Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:28:05 -0500 https://yvonneforstonallison.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 The Yvonne Forston Allison Show yes 93a1c0e8-3e90-568f-88e6-f22fc29cdf2b Nikki episodic false The YFA show is my living memoir. I will reflect on my career in the media, my years as a TV host of The Yvonne Forston Show, what's changed over the last 50 years, and important lessons I've learned along the way. I'll also explore all of the topics people find uncomfortable such as racism, sexism, escapism, power dynamics, and other cultural/social issues. The show will also open up to other's experiences through one-on-one interviews with friends and colleagues. 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Nikki https://storage.buzzsprout.com/54pf8c2yxaizxo47igtu89ue7a5u?.jpg The Yvonne Forston Allison Show - Episode 24: Special Announcement Today's show is an abbreviated episode with another NFL update from DJForst1 and an important announcement as we head into 2025.

Thank you to all who have listened!! 

]]> Today's show is an abbreviated episode with another NFL update from DJForst1 and an important announcement as we head into 2025.

Thank you to all who have listened!! 

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-16122383 Sun, 17 Nov 2024 15:00:00 -0500 492 full false The Yvonne Forston Allison Show - Episode 23: NFL Week 9 + "Mary" Happy Sunday!

Today DJForst1 is back with a quick update, and I share one of my short stories titled "Mary," loosely inspired by actual events.

Enjoy!

]]> Happy Sunday!

Today DJForst1 is back with a quick update, and I share one of my short stories titled "Mary," loosely inspired by actual events.

Enjoy!

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-16040416 Sun, 03 Nov 2024 14:00:00 -0500 1149 full false The Yvonne Forston Allison Show - Episode 22 - DJForst1 is Back With NFL Updates - Week 8 This week, we're already mid-way into the football season! Andy gives us an update on the Miami Dolphins quarterback, Tua Tagovailoa (26), who is back on the field to play - which has caused a stir among fans who are voicing their concerns about long-term brain damage.

Many are calling for Tagovailoa's retirement despite other reports.

Andy shares his thoughts and more. 

Thank you for sharing some time! 

]]> This week, we're already mid-way into the football season! Andy gives us an update on the Miami Dolphins quarterback, Tua Tagovailoa (26), who is back on the field to play - which has caused a stir among fans who are voicing their concerns about long-term brain damage.

Many are calling for Tagovailoa's retirement despite other reports.

Andy shares his thoughts and more. 

Thank you for sharing some time! 

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-15998481 Sun, 27 Oct 2024 13:00:00 -0400 1622 full false The Yvonne Forston Allison Show - REPLAY: Remembering John H. Allison We're halfway into the second year since the loss of my husband, John H. Allison. I felt moved to repost this special show with family members who share their memories of him. 

]]> We're halfway into the second year since the loss of my husband, John H. Allison. I felt moved to repost this special show with family members who share their memories of him. 

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-15927554 Mon, 14 Oct 2024 22:00:00 -0400 2418 full false The Yvonne Forston Allison Show - Replay: Person-to-Person With Russ & JoAnne Greata This week is a replay of Episode 8 that received a lot of comments about this dynamic and hilarious husband-and-wife who have a ton stories - Russ & JoAnne Greata.

Wishing Russ an early Happy Birthday (October 1)!!

New episode next week!

]]> This week is a replay of Episode 8 that received a lot of comments about this dynamic and hilarious husband-and-wife who have a ton stories - Russ & JoAnne Greata.

Wishing Russ an early Happy Birthday (October 1)!!

New episode next week!

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-15836034 Sun, 29 Sep 2024 14:00:00 -0400 2071 full false The Yvonne Forston Allison Show - Person-to-Person with MaryAnn Baenninger Today's episode is a replay of MaryAnn's conversation about the challenges buyers and sellers face in today's real estate market. 

]]> Today's episode is a replay of MaryAnn's conversation about the challenges buyers and sellers face in today's real estate market. 

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-15796335 Sun, 22 Sep 2024 17:00:00 -0400 1817 full false The Yvonne Forston Allison Show - Episode 21 - Concussions in Pro Football Andy's back with his take on a serious subject. With recent news of Miami Dolphin's quarterback, Tua Tagovailoa's, sustaining his third concussion -- is the risk worth the long-term consequences?

According to the NFL, the number of concussions in the 2023 season "remained steady" compared to 2022. They also cite a 50 percent decrease in pre-season head injuries because of enhanced protection measures with equipment.

Hope you'll enjoy and thanks as always for sharing your time with me!

]]> Andy's back with his take on a serious subject. With recent news of Miami Dolphin's quarterback, Tua Tagovailoa's, sustaining his third concussion -- is the risk worth the long-term consequences?

According to the NFL, the number of concussions in the 2023 season "remained steady" compared to 2022. They also cite a 50 percent decrease in pre-season head injuries because of enhanced protection measures with equipment.

Hope you'll enjoy and thanks as always for sharing your time with me!

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-15755412 Sun, 15 Sep 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1628 full false The Yvonne Forston Allison Show - Episode 20 - Sports Talk With DJForst1 Today's show is dedicated to the late Dwight White (#78), defensive end for the Pittsburgh Steelers - 1971-1980. 

I have a chat with my son Andy, AKA "DJForst1." An encyclopedia of all-things-sports, Andy shares his thoughts/predictions on the upcoming football season, what he thought of the Eagles opening game in Brazil, college football, and more.

Happy Sunday! 

]]> Today's show is dedicated to the late Dwight White (#78), defensive end for the Pittsburgh Steelers - 1971-1980. 

I have a chat with my son Andy, AKA "DJForst1." An encyclopedia of all-things-sports, Andy shares his thoughts/predictions on the upcoming football season, what he thought of the Eagles opening game in Brazil, college football, and more.

Happy Sunday! 

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-15714572 Sun, 08 Sep 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1728 full false The Yvonne Forston Allison Show - Episode 19: Short Story Series As we enter the Halloween season - you've likely noticed the Halloween products are on the shelves already!! - here's the first of an ongoing short story series we've planned leading up to October 31st. 

Hope you enjoy! Happy Labor Day! 

]]> As we enter the Halloween season - you've likely noticed the Halloween products are on the shelves already!! - here's the first of an ongoing short story series we've planned leading up to October 31st. 

Hope you enjoy! Happy Labor Day! 

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-15676956 Sun, 01 Sep 2024 11:00:00 -0400 931 full false The Yvonne Forston Allison Show - Episode 18: Person-to-Person with MaryAnn Baenninger On today's episode, our fabulous repeat guest, MaryAnn Baenninger, shares an update about what's going on with interest rates and the Fed.

Also, she shares an important update about real estate commissions after a lawsuit was filed against the National Association of Realtors in October 2023 - resulting in a $418 million dollar settlement.

Thanks as always for sharing some time with me!

]]> On today's episode, our fabulous repeat guest, MaryAnn Baenninger, shares an update about what's going on with interest rates and the Fed.

Also, she shares an important update about real estate commissions after a lawsuit was filed against the National Association of Realtors in October 2023 - resulting in a $418 million dollar settlement.

Thanks as always for sharing some time with me!

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-15638363 Sun, 25 Aug 2024 14:00:00 -0400 1817 full false The Yvonne Forston Allison Show - SHOW UPDATE! I hope everyone is enjoying their summer!

Brief update to share about upcoming shows as we head into fall 2024.

Thank you everyone :) 

]]> I hope everyone is enjoying their summer!

Brief update to share about upcoming shows as we head into fall 2024.

Thank you everyone :) 

]]> Buzzsprout-15564497 Sun, 18 Aug 2024 13:00:00 -0400 391 full false The Yvonne Forston Allison Show: Episode 17: Person-to-Person With Connie Wardman - PART 1 Today I talk with Connie Wardman, one of my high school peers and a very special woman who I had the pleasure of reconnecting with a few months ago. 

Connie's life is an astounding series of adventures, both professional and personal, as she details in our conversation. She offers humor and wisdom in equal measure as she recounts her experiences - and also shares moments of vulnerability that are universal to the human experience.

Enjoy Part 1 of our conversation. Thank you for the privilege of your time!

]]> Today I talk with Connie Wardman, one of my high school peers and a very special woman who I had the pleasure of reconnecting with a few months ago. 

Connie's life is an astounding series of adventures, both professional and personal, as she details in our conversation. She offers humor and wisdom in equal measure as she recounts her experiences - and also shares moments of vulnerability that are universal to the human experience.

Enjoy Part 1 of our conversation. Thank you for the privilege of your time!

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-15449099 Sun, 21 Jul 2024 18:00:00 -0400 2852 full false The Yvonne Forston Allison Show: Episode 16: Person-to-Person/Part 2: Carol Allen Gipson Today's episode features my sister sharing a very personal experience she had at the age of 11. She wrote it as an essay that was entered into a 2024 Creative Nonfiction Contest, and was one of the finalists.  

It's a timeless topic that impacts today's youth. Elements of the narrative are unique to the culture at the time.

I hope you'll listen! 

]]> Today's episode features my sister sharing a very personal experience she had at the age of 11. She wrote it as an essay that was entered into a 2024 Creative Nonfiction Contest, and was one of the finalists.  

It's a timeless topic that impacts today's youth. Elements of the narrative are unique to the culture at the time.

I hope you'll listen! 

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-15411800 Sun, 14 Jul 2024 15:00:00 -0400 1366 full false The Yvonne Forston Allison Show: REPLAY - Russ and JoAnne Greata Interview A replay of our April 28th interview with Russ and JoAnne Greata.

Happy Sunday, All! 

]]> A replay of our April 28th interview with Russ and JoAnne Greata.

Happy Sunday, All! 

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-15336102 Sun, 30 Jun 2024 13:00:00 -0400 2071 full false The YFA Show: Episode 14 - Person-to-Person With Carol Allen Gipson Today I welcome my sister, Carol, who has a lot to share about retirement, nurturing hobbies, and learning new skills such as voiceover and commercial work. She emphasizes the importance of keeping busy and discovering new interests rather than ramping down.

Carol also shares lessons learned after her professional position was eliminated in 2016, and how she prepared for that moment by "doing her homework" on retirement, two years prior. She found that she was ready for the next phase.

For reference - This New York Times piece is worth a read about how Boomers are "reimagining retirement." 

As always, thank you for the privilege of your time!

]]> Today I welcome my sister, Carol, who has a lot to share about retirement, nurturing hobbies, and learning new skills such as voiceover and commercial work. She emphasizes the importance of keeping busy and discovering new interests rather than ramping down.

Carol also shares lessons learned after her professional position was eliminated in 2016, and how she prepared for that moment by "doing her homework" on retirement, two years prior. She found that she was ready for the next phase.

For reference - This New York Times piece is worth a read about how Boomers are "reimagining retirement." 

As always, thank you for the privilege of your time!

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-15296819 Sun, 23 Jun 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1651 full false The Yvonne Forston Allison Show - Episode 13: Person-to-Person With Kate Baldus Educator, writer, and world traveler Kate Baldus joins me to talk about her recent trip to Spain, the villages and cities she and her husband Oscar visited over their two-month sabbatical, the daily journal she kept on their travels, and the notable cultural differences between the Spanish and Americans.

We also touch on the invaluable benefit of learning to speak another language, and how our education system can improve upon how languages are taught.

Thank you for the privilege of your time!

]]> Educator, writer, and world traveler Kate Baldus joins me to talk about her recent trip to Spain, the villages and cities she and her husband Oscar visited over their two-month sabbatical, the daily journal she kept on their travels, and the notable cultural differences between the Spanish and Americans.

We also touch on the invaluable benefit of learning to speak another language, and how our education system can improve upon how languages are taught.

Thank you for the privilege of your time!

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-15257613 Sun, 16 Jun 2024 11:00:00 -0400 1552 full false The Yvonne Forston Allison Show - Episode 12: Q & A With Yvonne and Future Shows On today's episode, I make a few announcements about the future direction of this show, and  what I hope to ultimately achieve.

I share anecdotes from my retail experiences, an embarrassing experience at KDKA, the consulting business I started with my late husband, John, and a few more teasers.

Thank you for the privilege of your time!

]]> On today's episode, I make a few announcements about the future direction of this show, and  what I hope to ultimately achieve.

I share anecdotes from my retail experiences, an embarrassing experience at KDKA, the consulting business I started with my late husband, John, and a few more teasers.

Thank you for the privilege of your time!

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-15219546 Sun, 09 Jun 2024 13:00:00 -0400 1825 full false REPLAY: Episode 11: John H. Allison Tribute Nikki Buzzsprout-15178304 Sun, 02 Jun 2024 13:00:00 -0400 2418 full false The YFA Show: Episode 11: A Tribute to John H. Allison; May 27, 1930 - March 12, 2023 Today's episode is dedicated to my late husband, John Allison, who went home on March 12, 2023.

Marine Corps Veteran. Loving Husband. Father.  Stepfather. Grandfather. Cherished Friend.

We're joined by John's son, John Allison, Jr., Sally Baldus, and her daughter Helen., and my kids, Nikki and Andy, to celebrate John's life through personal memories.

Happy Memorial Day to all who gave their life for their country.

]]> Today's episode is dedicated to my late husband, John Allison, who went home on March 12, 2023.

Marine Corps Veteran. Loving Husband. Father.  Stepfather. Grandfather. Cherished Friend.

We're joined by John's son, John Allison, Jr., Sally Baldus, and her daughter Helen., and my kids, Nikki and Andy, to celebrate John's life through personal memories.

Happy Memorial Day to all who gave their life for their country.

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-15144253 Mon, 27 May 2024 13:00:00 -0400 2418 full false The YFA Show: Episode 10 - Person-To-Person With Lisa Smith This week I talk with Lisa Smith, journalist and host of CBS News community affairs program, Intersections.

Lisa shares examples of stories she's worked on, the initiatives she's passionate about, how her journalism background adds an important perspective on the stories she covers, the uniqueness of Pittsburgh, and its burgeoning local talent.

Thanks as always for sharing your time! 

]]> This week I talk with Lisa Smith, journalist and host of CBS News community affairs program, Intersections.

Lisa shares examples of stories she's worked on, the initiatives she's passionate about, how her journalism background adds an important perspective on the stories she covers, the uniqueness of Pittsburgh, and its burgeoning local talent.

Thanks as always for sharing your time! 

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-15095405 Sun, 19 May 2024 12:00:00 -0400 2114 full false The YFA Show: Episode 9 - Power Bullies With MaryAnn Baenninger The Power Bullies discussion continues with MaryAnn Baenninger who offers her insight into the behavior of people who assert power over others. It can be premeditated, methodical or seemingly arbitrary depending on the situation. 

I share 2 examples from my school years and adulthood. We look at what power bullies have in common and identify different "types" -- as MaryAnn draws from her psychology background.

Thank you for sharing some time! 

]]> The Power Bullies discussion continues with MaryAnn Baenninger who offers her insight into the behavior of people who assert power over others. It can be premeditated, methodical or seemingly arbitrary depending on the situation. 

I share 2 examples from my school years and adulthood. We look at what power bullies have in common and identify different "types" -- as MaryAnn draws from her psychology background.

Thank you for sharing some time! 

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-15053850 Sun, 12 May 2024 13:00:00 -0400 2583 full false Replay: The Yvonne Forston Allison Show - 50 Years Later Here's a replay of the debut episode where Yvonne announces the revival of the Yvonne Forston Show in podcast format!

Upcoming shows in May: Power Bullies with MaryAnn Baenninger; Person-to-Person interviews; John Allison Tribute

Thank you for sharing your time! 

]]> Here's a replay of the debut episode where Yvonne announces the revival of the Yvonne Forston Show in podcast format!

Upcoming shows in May: Power Bullies with MaryAnn Baenninger; Person-to-Person interviews; John Allison Tribute

Thank you for sharing your time! 

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-15011376 Sun, 05 May 2024 11:00:00 -0400 1657 full false The YFA Show: Episode 8 - Person-to-Person With Russ and JoAnne Greata Today I catch up with two of my favorite people from my high school years, Russ and his wife, JoAnne. They revisit their first date that led to a 56-year marriage and four sons, misadventures in Brussels and Paris, and what it takes to stay on the "same page" as a husband and wife team.

Wishing a very Happy Birthday to my longtime, dear friend, Sandi! 

Thank you for sharing your time with me! **We had some tech issues with the intro music

]]> Today I catch up with two of my favorite people from my high school years, Russ and his wife, JoAnne. They revisit their first date that led to a 56-year marriage and four sons, misadventures in Brussels and Paris, and what it takes to stay on the "same page" as a husband and wife team.

Wishing a very Happy Birthday to my longtime, dear friend, Sandi! 

Thank you for sharing your time with me! **We had some tech issues with the intro music

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-14969511 Sun, 28 Apr 2024 13:00:00 -0400 2071 full false The YFA Show: Episode 7 - Person-to-Person With MaryAnn Baenninger *Note: Episode starts at 0:53*

MaryAnn returns to share tips on how to prepare if you're thinking about, or in the process of selling a house, the challenges of today's real estate market, and how the pandemic has impacted the decision-making process when buying or selling a home,

Plus, MaryAnn shares her personal experience with multigenerational living, a trend that has quadrupled as of 2021, according to the Pew Research Center:

Statistics here: https://tinyurl.com/3x372kh3

Thanks for sharing your time with me! 

]]> *Note: Episode starts at 0:53*

MaryAnn returns to share tips on how to prepare if you're thinking about, or in the process of selling a house, the challenges of today's real estate market, and how the pandemic has impacted the decision-making process when buying or selling a home,

Plus, MaryAnn shares her personal experience with multigenerational living, a trend that has quadrupled as of 2021, according to the Pew Research Center:

Statistics here: https://tinyurl.com/3x372kh3

Thanks for sharing your time with me! 

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-14927006 Sun, 21 Apr 2024 12:00:00 -0400 2210 full false The YFA Show: Episode 6 - Person-to-Person With Sandi Sims Peyton On today's show I revisit my earliest experience of friendship with my dear friend of 80 years - Sandi. We talk about our high school years, the senior prom, and the "party line"  -- something that's well-known among my peer group. LOL!

Sandi also shares her thoughts on technology, and closes with her favorite topic, her grandkids, Ellery and Blair!

]]> On today's show I revisit my earliest experience of friendship with my dear friend of 80 years - Sandi. We talk about our high school years, the senior prom, and the "party line"  -- something that's well-known among my peer group. LOL!

Sandi also shares her thoughts on technology, and closes with her favorite topic, her grandkids, Ellery and Blair!

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-14887238 Sun, 14 Apr 2024 17:00:00 -0400 2386 full false The YFA Show: Episode 5 - Person-to-Person, And What Does Happy Mean to You? On today's episode I talk about changes I've observed in my 80 years, happiness levels are again reported country by country, the death of 9 mailboxes, and a 19th century story that captures the essence of happiness.

DJForst1, aka Andy, shares his perspective through the lens of a Gen X-er!

Thanks for sharing some time with me!

]]> On today's episode I talk about changes I've observed in my 80 years, happiness levels are again reported country by country, the death of 9 mailboxes, and a 19th century story that captures the essence of happiness.

DJForst1, aka Andy, shares his perspective through the lens of a Gen X-er!

Thanks for sharing some time with me!

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-14842577 Sun, 07 Apr 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1934 full false The YFA Show: Episode 4 - Part 2: MaryAnn Baenninger Discusses Real Estate Trends MaryAnn Baenninger is back to discuss real estate, the ever-changing market, interest rates, buyer behaviors and generation differences.

Plus, her experiences as president of a haunted university!

Happy Easter!

]]> MaryAnn Baenninger is back to discuss real estate, the ever-changing market, interest rates, buyer behaviors and generation differences.

Plus, her experiences as president of a haunted university!

Happy Easter!

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-14800491 Sun, 31 Mar 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1806 full false The YFA Show: Episode 3 - Friendships, Old and New, With Guest MaryAnn Baenninger Today I welcome my good friend and guest, MaryAnn Baenninger, as we talk about the importance of friendship, what role relationships play later in adulthood, and MaryAnn's varied background in education, real estate, and more!

Thanks for sharing some time with me!

]]> Today I welcome my good friend and guest, MaryAnn Baenninger, as we talk about the importance of friendship, what role relationships play later in adulthood, and MaryAnn's varied background in education, real estate, and more!

Thanks for sharing some time with me!

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-14755290 Sun, 24 Mar 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1951 full false The Yvonne Forston Allison Show - Episode 2 - "POWER BULLIES" In this episode I talk about what I've termed as "Power Bullies" - those who manipulate, taunt, intimidate or control another to fuel their own sense of empowerment, and other self-serving reasons. 

I've encountered a variety of power bullies over the course of my life and I recall my earliest memory in grade school (I share that story here). This is an important topic that affects most of us in one way or another, either directly or through our connections with others. 

Thank you for sharing some time with me!  

]]> In this episode I talk about what I've termed as "Power Bullies" - those who manipulate, taunt, intimidate or control another to fuel their own sense of empowerment, and other self-serving reasons. 

I've encountered a variety of power bullies over the course of my life and I recall my earliest memory in grade school (I share that story here). This is an important topic that affects most of us in one way or another, either directly or through our connections with others. 

Thank you for sharing some time with me!  

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-14704972 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1738 full false The Yvonne Forston Allison Show - 50 Years Later In this debut episode, I announce my revival of the Yvonne Forston Show in podcast format! In celebration of KDKA's 75th Anniversary, I  revisit my years at the station, reflect on my experiences as a talk show host, and contrast it with where I am today.

I also talk about why I feel compelled to share my perspective at the age of 80 on a range of issues including 21st century media, family, parenting, power dynamics, and all of the 'isms' that perpetuate disharmony.

I also talk about what's on tap for future shows. Hope you'll listen!

]]> In this debut episode, I announce my revival of the Yvonne Forston Show in podcast format! In celebration of KDKA's 75th Anniversary, I  revisit my years at the station, reflect on my experiences as a talk show host, and contrast it with where I am today.

I also talk about why I feel compelled to share my perspective at the age of 80 on a range of issues including 21st century media, family, parenting, power dynamics, and all of the 'isms' that perpetuate disharmony.

I also talk about what's on tap for future shows. Hope you'll listen!

]]> Nikki Buzzsprout-14660981 Sun, 10 Mar 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1658 full false