Weeks of August 30, 23, 16, 2010: The Elements of Effective Leadership are discussed with business leader Derek Hathaway, Retired Chairman and CEO of Harsco Corporation, who received an Order of the British Empire from Queen Elizabeth II in November 2008.Weeks of August 9, 2, and July 26, 2010: Scott Wagner, President of Penn Waste, focuses on business and tax issues and how important it is to the economy that businesses be able to grow and produce jobs.
Weeks of July 19 and 12, 2010: A special Behind the Headlines with business leader Derek Hathaway, Retired Chairman and CEO of Harsco Corporation. Mr Hathaway offers perspectives on the world economy and focuses on such issues as the sub-prime mortgage crisis; the role of debt; free trade and fair trade; the role of China in the world's economy; the future of the US dollar and how to improve Pennsylvania's economy.
Weeks of July 5 and June 28, 2010: Ken Mash, State Vice President of APSCUF offers perspectives on the state budget and higher education. Then, business leader Edward H. Arnold discusses the state budget and economy.
Weeks of June 21 and 14, 2010:
Pennsylvania State Senator Michael Brubaker of Lancaster County discusses agriculture issues facing Pennsylvania. Then a representative of the TEA Party movement discusses the TEA Party's influence on elections. Host Charlie Greenawalt is joined as co-host by Jere Strittmatter, a Susquehanna Valley Center Board member.
Weeks of June 7 and May 31, 2010: David Patti, President and CEO of the Pennsylvania Business Council, discusses the primary election results. Then Amy Boyd of Commonwealth Connections Academy focuses on cyber schools and how they are educating over 27,000 students in Pennsylvania.
Weeks of May 24 and 17, 2010: Bob Long, CEO of Daily Underwriters of America, who has over 30 years experience in the transportation industry, discusses highway and transporation funding including a novel idea for the Pennsylvania turnpike. He also focuses how energy sources such as propane, natural gas and fuel extracted from marcellus shale could become new fuel sources for automobiles. Jere Strittmatter co-hosts with Charlie Greenawalt.
Weeks of May 10 and 3, 2010: Attorney General Tom Corbett discusses the lawsuit that state attorney generals across the country (including in Pennsylvania) have brought against the new health care reform bill. Then, Susquehanna Valley Center Chairman Ed Arnold discusses the costs of health care. Charlie Greenawalt co-hosts with Jere Strittmatter.
Weeks of April 26 and 19, 2010: Keith Howard, a biology teacher at Commonwealth Connections Academy, talks about Earth Day and the importance of science education. Then Pittsburgh Tribune Review reporter Brad Bumsted discusses the Bonusgate convictions and the upcoming race for Governor.
Weeks of April 12, 5, 2010: David Sanko and Marvin Meteer of the PA State Association of Township Supervisors discus the impact the drilling for marcellus shale is having on townships and local government in Pennsylvania. Then, Steve Hicks, President of APSCUF, discusses the issue of faculty retrenchment at state system universities in Pennsylvania along with funding of higher education.
Weeks of March 29 and 22, 2010: David Patti of the PA Business Council discusses the proposed state budget along with the Governor's proposal to expand the state sales tax and how this will impact businesses, consumers and taxpayers in Pennsylvania.
Weeks of March 15 and 8, 2010: David Sanko of the PA State Association of Township Supervisors discusses the upcoming census and the state budget and their impacts local governments. Also a discussion of the state budget and observations on the world economy from Ed Arnold.
Weeks of March 1, and February 22, 2010: Congressman Joe Pitts discusses health care, terrorism, and economic policy. Also, Jim Deitch, CEO of American Home Bank, discusses the banking and financial industry in the U.S.
Weeks of February 15 and 8, 2010: John Kennedy, Chairman of Citizens Alliance of Pennsylvania, discusses government reform including term limits and a Constitutional Convention in Pennsylvania. Also, The Arnold Report with Ed Arnold, Chairman of the Susquehanna Valley Center for Public Policy, talks about the President's State of the Union address as well as economic and monetary policy in the U.S.
Weeks of February 1, January 25, 18, 2010: Susquehanna Valley Center Board Chairman Ed Arnold discusses finance and state budget issues. Also Charlie Greenawalt and Maura Donley focus on issues on Pennsylvania's policy agenda in 2010.
Weeks of January 11, 4, 2010 and December 28, 2009: PUC Commission Robert F. Powelson discusses the removal of electricity caps and the impact on electricity consumers in Pennsylvania. Also, Rep. John Bear discusses project labor agreements and the cost to taxpayers. Charlie Greenawalt and Maura Donley co-host.
Weeks of December 21 and 14, 2009: What is the state of manufacturing in Pennsylvania? Answers are provided by David Taylor of the Pennsylvania Manufacturers' Association. Also, Dr. Dennis Tulli and Julianna Evans of Commonwealth Connections Academy, discuss cyber school students participating in events in their local school districts.
Weeks of December 7 and November 30, 2009: Are you a text away from eternity? Rep. Joseph Markosek discusses legislation in Harrisburg under consideration about texting while driving. Also, James Lee of Susquehanna Polling and Research discusses the recent indictments of House members and House staff and also discusses the 2010 election for governor.
Weeks of November 23 and 16, 2009: Behind the Headlines is on location and airs portion of a statewide conference that examines the issues currently confronting teachers, scholars, researchers, coaches, professional staff and other interested parties who perform academic labor in higher education. Among the interviews: Dr. Steve Hicks and Dr. Amy Walters of APSCUF and Marc Bousquet author of "How the University Works: Higher Education and the Low-Wage Nation."
Weeks of November 9, 2, 2009: How did the state budget affect local townships in Pennsylvania? A discussion with Keith Hite and David Sanko from the PA State Association of Township Supervisors. Then David Patti of the Pennsylvania Business Council answers questions on the state budget, the recession, the upcoming elections and business in Pennsylvania.
Weeks of October 26, 19, 2009: Carolyn F. Scanlan, President and CEO of the Hospital & Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania, discusses health care reform. Then, Michael Huff, Deputy Secretary of Health Planning and Assessment for the Pennsylvania Department of Health, discusses the H1N1 virus in Pennsylvania and precautions all can take to avoid getting the virus.
Weeks of October 12 and 5, 2009: Jeanette Krebs, Editor of the Editorial Page for the Harrisburg Patriot-News and John Micek, reporter for the Allentown Morning Call, discuss the state budget process in Pennsylvania. Then, Don Konkle, Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Fire & Emergency Services Institute, discusses small games of chance in Pennsylvania and how the budget might affect volunteer fire organizations.
Weeks of September 28, 21, 2009: Dr. John Quist and Dr. Robert Shaffer from Shippensburg University discuss articulation agreements between colleges in Pennsylvania. Also Janae Cardel of Commonwealth Connections Academy help students and parents get back into the school groove. Charlie Greenawalt and Maura Donley co-host.
Weeks of September 14, 7,2009: Keith Hite of the Pennsylvania Association of Township Supervisors talks about federal funding to assist local townships. Also, Frank Mills, State Commander of the PA Department of Veterans of Foreign Wars and Frank Frame, Past President of the Scotland School for Veterans Children Foundation discuss the possible closing of the state school. Charlie Greenawalt and Maura Donley co-host.
Weeks of August 31, 24, 2009: Charlie Greenawalt and Maura Donley interview Pennsylvania State Treasurer Rob McCord. Then, David Taylor of the Pennsylvania Manufacturers' Association joins them to discuss the card check bill in Congress and manufacturing in Pennsylvania.
Weeks of August 3, 10, 17, 2009: Bruce Diefendorfer from PHEAA. Then Rep. Scott Hutchinson discusses the 150 year anniversary celebration of finding oil in Pennsylvania. Cohosting with Maura Donley is Jere Strittmatter.
Weeks of July 27, 20, 13, 2009: The rights of the states and the ever-increasing arm and power of the federal government is discussed with State Representative Sam Rohrer. Also, Sherry Knowlton of AmeriHealth Mercy discusses proposed changes to the Medicaid program that could have a major impact on the healthcare safety net for 1.2 million Pennsylvanians who are enrolled in the Medicaid program. Charlie Greenawalt and Maura Donley co-host.
Weeks of July 6, June 29, June 22, 2009: It's state budget time in Pennsylvania. Will there be an increase in the state income tax? Will there be substantial cuts in state spending? Will there be a budget passed on times? These are some of the questions asked to Senate Majority Leader Dominic Pileggi and House Majority Leader Todd Eachus by Charlie Greenawalt and guest co-host David Patti of the Pennsylvania Business Council.
Weeks of June 15 and 8, 2009: Kelly Lewis of the Technology Council of Central Pennsylvania and Charles Brennan of the Pennsylvania Office of Administration discuss infrastructure in Pennsylvania as well as the federal stimulus' impact on Pennsylvania communities. Also, Dr. Stephen Hicks, President of APSCUF, discusses tuition relief plans being considered in the Pennsylvania General Assembly. Charlie Greenwalt and Maura Donley co-host.
Weeks of June 1, 2009 and May 25, 2009: Charlie Greenawalt and Maura Donley interview Major General Jessica L. Wright, Pennsylvania's Adjutant General. Also, R. Keith Hite of the Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors and Doug Hill of the County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania discuss a proposed optional county sales tax plan.
Weeks of May 18 and May 11, 2009: Joining Charlie Greenawalt and Maura Donley are Kevin Shivers of the National Federation of Independent Business in Pennsylvania and Warren Hudak of the Pennsylvania Unemployment Compensation Advisory Council. Also, summer tourism in Pennsylvania is discussed with Richard Bonds and Michael Chapaloney of the Pennsylvania Tourism Office.
Weeks of May 4, 2009 and April 27, 2009: Charlie Greenawalt and Maura Donley interview Pennsylvania State Treasurer Rob McCord. Then, David Taylor of the Pennsylvania Manufacturers' Association joins them to discuss the card check bill in Congress and manufacturing in Pennsylvania.
Weeks of April 20 and 13, 2009: An interview with C. Alan Walker of Bradford Energy Company about graduation competency exams. Also, David W. Patti of the Pennsylvania Business Council talks about ways to achieve the American dream without going to college. Charlie Greenawalt and Maura Donley co-host.
Weeks of April 6 and March 30, 2009: It's tax time and Donna Mullin of Boyer & Ritter provides information every taxpayer needs to know. Also, April is Child Abuse Prevention Month and to discuss this serious issue is Kari Stanley of the Lancster County Children's Alliance and Gregory R. Landis MSW of the Lancaster County Children and Youth Department.
Weeks of March 23, and 16, 2009: A discussion with Jason Wagner of the Associated Pennsylvania Constructors on the stimulus bill's impact on transportation projects in Pennsylvania. Then a discussion with Lou D'Amico of the Independent Oil and Gas Association of Pennsylvania about marcellus shale in the state. Hosting with Charlie Greenawalt is Maura Donley.
Weeks of March 9, 2, and February 23, 2009: A discussion of the Governor's proposed budget with Mary Soderberg, Secretary of the Budget. Then reaction to the budget from Dr. Steve Hicks, President of APSCUF. Charlie Greenawalt and Maura Donley co-host.
Weeks of February 16 and 9, 2009: Dave Patti, President and CEO of the Pennsylvania Business Council,
discusses Pennsylvania's business climate and the competitiveness of the state. Also, Holly Fishel of the PA State Association of Township Supervisors discusses the state's new open records law. Charlie Greenawalt and Maura Donley co-host.
Weeks of February 2, January 26 and 19, 2009: New Speaker of the House Keith McCall is interviewed and discusses the state budget along with the state's fiscal situation and alternative energy. Then Terry Fitzpatrick of the Electric Power Generation Association discusses the electricity caps coming off in 2010. Charlie Greenawalt and Maura Donley co-host.
Weeks of January 12, 5, 2009: Lynn Marks and Lowman Henry debate whether judges should be appointed or elected in Pennsylvania. Then a discussion about cyber schools with Dr. Dennis Tulli of Commonwealth Connections Academy and Hope Frick, a student at the school. Hosting are Maura Donley and David Taylor.
Weeks of December 29, 22, 15, 2008: A discussion with Dr. John Cavanaugh, Chancellor of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education and Dr. Steven Hicks, President of APSCUF. Charlie Greenawalt and Maura Donley co-host.
Weeks of December 8, 1, and November 24, 2008: A post-election analysis with Nell Abom of WITF TV's Smart Talk; Bill Bova of PCN; and Brad Bumsted of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Also, Keith Hite of the PA State of Township Supervisors discusses transportation issues. Charlie Greenawalt and Maura Donley co-host.
Weeks of November 17 and 10, 2008: A discussion with Auditor General Jack Wagner. Government reform is also discussed with Jack Treadway, retired Kutztown University Professor. Charlie Greenawalt and Maura Donley co-host.
Weeks of November 3 and October 27, 2008: An election preview with pollster James Lee of Susquehanna Polling and Research with poll results for the presidential election; Dale Davenport of the Harrisburg Patriot-News; and Dr. Jack Treadway, retired Political Science Professor from Kutztown University. Charlie Greenawalt and Maura Donley co-host.
Weeks of October 20 and 13, 2008: Susquehanna Valley Center Board Member Ed Arnold and Dave Transue of the Pennsylvania Association of Community Bankers discuss the country's current financial crisis and investments. Also, Don Mayer of APSCURF and Lynn Herman of PASR discusses COLAs.
Weeks of October 6 and September 29, 2008: A discussion about the upcoming election with Abe Amoros of the Pennsylvania Democratic Party and Luke Bernstein of the Pennsylvania Republican Party. Also, Bob Latham of Associated Pennsylvania Constructors discusses transportation needs and funding in Pennsylvania. Charlie Greenawalt and Maura Donley co-host the program.
Weeks of September 22 and 15, 2008: A discussion with Rep. John Bear and Kelly Lewis of the Technology Council of Central Pennsylvania. Co-hosting with Charlie Greenawalt is H. Michael Liptak.
Weeks of September 8 and 1, 2008: A discussion with Dr. John C. Cavanaugh, the new Chancellor of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education. Also, Ron Ruman discusses fluoride in Pennsylvania's water systems. H. Michael Liptak co-hosts with Charlie Greenawalt.
Weeks of August 25 and 18, 2008: A discussion with Christine Constable of the English Democrats on U.S.-England relations.
Weeks of August 11, 4, July 28: John Hanger of PennFuture discusses energy needs and Pennsylvania's energy infrastructure. Also, Dave Taylor of the Pennsylvania Manufacturers' Association discusses manufacturing and Pennsylvania's economy. Hosting are Charlie Greenawalt and Maura Donley.
Weeks of July 21, 14, 7, 2008: A discussion about the economic value of state universities with Dr. Steve Hicks and Dr. Amy Walters of APSCUF. Also, a discussion about property taxes with Keith Hite of the PA State Association of Township Supervisors. Co-hosting with Charlie Greenawalt is Maura Donley.
Weeks of June 30, 23, 2008: A discussion with Kelly Lewis of the Technology Council of Central Pennsylvania. Also, John Barley discusses Pennsylvania's agricultural industry. Co-hosting with Charlie Greenawalt is Maura Donley.
Weeks of June 16, 9, 2008: Senate Majority Leader Dominic Pileggi (R) talks about the state budget and Rep. Joseph Markosek (D) discusses the proposed turnpike lease. Co-hosting with Charlie Greenawalt is Maura Donley.
Weeks of June 2 and May 26,2008: A discussion with James Preston, the new President and CEO of PHEAA. Also, a discussion with Senator Jeffrey Piccola (R) on lobbying and government reform. Hosting with Maura Donley is Jere Strittmatter.
Weeks of May 19 and May 12, 2008: Lynn Marks and Lowman Henry debate whether judges should be appointed or elected in Pennsylvania. Then a discussion about cyber schools with Dr. Dennis Tulli of Commonwealth Connections Academy and Hope Frick, a student at the school. Hosting are Maura Donley and David Taylor.
Weeks of May 5 and April 28, 2008: A discussion with House Majority Whip Rep. Keith McCall (D) about the Pennsylvania Turnpike and then a discussion with R. Keith Hite of the Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors about township services and the size of townships. Co-hosting with Charlie Greenawalt is Maura Donley.
Weeks of April 21 and 14, 2008: Charlie Greenawalt and Brad Bumsted of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review interview Brad Koplinski of the Hillary Clinton campaign about the upcoming Pennsylvania primary. Then a discussion with Pat Heilman, President of APSCUF about the search for a new Chancellor for the State System of Higher Education.
Weeks of March 31 and April 7, 2008: A discussion of the Cove Digester, an alternative energy source with Rep. Jerry Stern (R) and Julie Dick and Jason Wert. Co-hosting with Charlie Greenawalt is Maura Donley.
Weeks of March 17 and 24, 2008: A discussion of the student loan crisis with Keith New of PHEAA. Also Kelly Lewis of the Technology Council of Central Pennsylvania discusses the upcoming Pennsylvania Infrastructure Summit. Joining host Charlie Greenawalt is Maura Donley.
Weeks of March 10 and 3, 2008: Steve McDonald, Lancaster County Recorder of Deeds talks about modernizing county government. Then a discussion of the statewide public safety radio network with Charlie Brennan of the Office of Administration and Adam Kisthardt of the State Police. Co-hosting with Charlie Greenawalt is Don Bishop, Susquehanna Valley Center Board Member.
Weeks of February 25 and February 18, 2008: A discussion of the Presidential primaries with Brad Bumsted of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Also, Joseph Brimmeier CEO of the Pennsylvania Turnpike discusses the possible sale of the Turnpike and transportation funding in Pennsylvania. Co-hosting with Charlie Greenawalt is Don Bishop, Board member of the Susquehanna Valley Center.
Weeks of February 11 and February 4, 2008: Rep. Frank Dermody,(D) House Democratic Caucus Secretary and James Lee of Susquehanna Polling and Research. Co-hosting with Maura Donley is Kelly Lewis of the Technology Council of Central Pennsylvania.
Weeks of January 28, 2008 and January 21, 2008: A discussion with Senate Majority Leader Dominic Pileggi (R) about open records legislation and other Senate priorities for 2008. Also, Kelly Lewis of the Technology Council of Central Pennsylvania talks about their upcoming awards banquet on March 28. Co-hosting with Maura Donley is James Lee of Susquehanna Polling and Research.
Weeks of January 14 and 7, 2008: Roger Mecum of the Pennsylvania Medical Society and Lowman Henry of The Lincoln Institute. Maura Donley co-hosts with Charlie Greenawalt.
Weeks of December 31 and 24, 2007: Vee Blain from PHEAA discusses student loan applications and also a discussion with Pat Heilman of APSCUF and Pat Halpin-Murphy of AFT-PA. Maura Donley co-hosts with Charlie Greenawalt.
Weeks of December 17 and 10, 2007: A discussion with Kelly Lewis of the Technology Council of Central Pennsylvania. Also discussing cancer drugs is Dr. David Chernicoff. Joining host Charlie Greenawalt is Maura Donley.
Weeks of December 3, November 26, 19, 2007: A discussion about illegal immigration with Mayor of Hazleton Lou Barletta and State Representative Daryl Metcalfe (R). Charlie Greenawalt is joined by co-host David Taylor.
Weeks of November 12 and 5, 2007: Kevin Shivers and Bruce Philips from NFIB discuss small business and health care costs. Also Bill Kolovani and Stefan Kolowski discuss urban redevelopment. Joining host Charlie Greenawalt is Maura Donley.
Weeks of October 29 and 22, 2007: Ben Wootton of Keystone Biofuels discusses the promises of biofuels as an alternative energy source. Then Tim Potts of Democracy Rising PA discusses government reform. Charlie Greenawalt is joined by co-host Maura Donley.
Weeks of October 15 and 8, 2007: Rep. Stephen Barrar (R) and Dr. Steven Grater of the Pennsylvania Dental Association discuss water flouridation. Then, Rep. Todd Eachus (D)and Jeff Hunsicker of SEIU discuss mandatory overtime. Maura Donley co-hosts with Charlie Greenawalt.
Weeks of October 1, 2007 and September 24, 2007: Joseph Brimmeier, CEO of the PA Turnpike Commission, discusses the Turnpike's future. Then, Keith New from PHEAA talks about reforms and changes at PHEAA. Joining host Charlie Greenawalt is Susquehanna Valley Center Board Member H. Michael Liptak.
Weeks of September 17 and 10, 2007: A discussion with Keith Hite of the PA State Association of Township Supervisors about the 2010 Census. Also, Dr. Mark Piasio, President of the PA Medical Society discusses medical issues on the fall legislative agenda. Jere Strittmatter co-hosts with Charlie Greenawalt.
Weeks of September 6 and August 27, 2007: A discussion with Frank Lynch from Comcast on the Big Ten Network. Also, Dr. Mark Piasio, President of the PA Medical Society, discusses the proposed smoking ban in PA. Jere Strittmatter co-hosts with Charlie Greenawalt.
August 20 and 13, 2007: A visit to an alternative energy site - the Cove Area Regional Digester in Morrison's Cove, PA. Susquhanna Valley Research Associate Marianne Clay tours this facility and discusses with project officials the project's positive long-term impact on the local economic development of dairy farms.
Weeks of July 30 and August 6, 2007: A visit to Milton Hershey's Legacy - The Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA.
Weeks of July 23 and 16, 2007: A discussion with Congressman Todd Platts (R). Joining host Charlie Greenawalt is Susquehanna Valley Center Board Member James Deitch.
For the weeks of July 9 and 2, 2007: A discussion of state budget issues with Don Roth, Treasurer of the Pennsylvania Association of REALTORS and Fred Anton, Chairman of the Pennsylvania Manufacturers' Association.
For the weeks of June 25 and 18, 2007: A discussion of state budget issues with a special focus on the possible leasing of the Turnpike and transportation funding issues with Robert Latham of Associated Pennsylvania Constructors. Also, a discussion of autism with William Parker of the Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities. H. Michael Liptak co-hosts with Charlie Greenawalt.
For the weeks of June 11 and June 4, 2007: Christine Zuzack of PHEAA; Jeff Rutt of HOPE International. James Deitch co-hosts with Charlie Greenawalt.
For the weeks of May 28 and 21, 2007: Pennsylvania Secretary of Agriculture Dennis Wolff and Walt Peechatka of PennAg Industries. Maura Donley co-hosts with Charlie Greenawalt.
For the weeks of May 14 and May 7, 2007: Dr. Mark Piasio of the Pennsylvania Medical Society and Joan Benso of the PA Partnership for Children. Jere Strittmatter co-hosts with Charlie Greenawalt.
Weeks of April 30, 23, 2007: Rick Armellino of Baker Batshield; Marianne Clay discussing alternative energy sources.
Weeks of April 16, 9, 2007: A discussion of government reform with Rep. Josh Shapiro (D) from Montgomery County. Also, a discussion of agricultural issues with Sen. Mike Brubaker (R) from Lancaster County. Board members Robert H. Long, Jr. co-hosts with Charlie Greenawalt.
Weeks of March 26, 2007 and April 2, 2007: Dick Willey, CEO of PHEAA, discusses the release of information regarding PHEAA's spending. Also a discussion about financial education with Hilary Hunt, Director of Pennsylvania's Office of Financial Education and Doug Keegan, host of The Life and Money Show. Co-hosting with Charlie Greenawalt is Don Bishop, board member of The Susquehanna Valley Center.
Weeks of March 19, 12, 2007: A discussion about the possible sale of the Pennsylvania Turnpike with Timothy J. Carson, Vice Chairman of the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission. Then a discussion of alternative energy sources with Susquehanna Valley Center researchers Marianne Clay and Hans Gehman. H. Michael Liptak co-hosts the program with Charlie Greenawalt.
Weeks of March 5 and February 26, 2007: Rep. Dwight Evans,(D) Chairman of the House Appropriations Committee discusses the Governor's proposed budget. Also, Victor Bertoty of PHEAA. H. Michael Liptak, Susquehanna Valley Center board member, co-hosts with Charlie Greenawalt.
Weeks of February 19 and February 12, 2007: A discussion of transportation issues with State Representative Rick Geist (R) and R. Keith Hite of the Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors. Jere Strittmatter co-hosts with Charlie Greenawalt.
Weeks of January 29 and February 5, 2007: A discussion with new President Pro Tempore Joe Scarnati (R)and House Majority Caucus Secretary Frank Dermody (D). Joining host Charlie Greenawalt is Jere Strittmatter.
Weeks of January 22, 15, 8, 2007: Bob Long and Ted Lutz from Daily Express in Carlisle, PA discuss the history of their company and the importance of trucking in Pennsylvania. Joining Charlie Greenawalt as co-host is Maura Donley.
Weeks of January 1, 2007 and December 25, 18, 2006: A discussion on health care directives and decision making with Mark A. Piasio, MD, President of the Pennsylvania Medical Society. Also a discussion on financial planning issues with Doug Keegan. Maura Donley co-hosts with Charlie Greenawalt.
Weeks of December 11 and 4, 2006: An interview with State Police Commissioner Jeffrey Miller. Also, Joe Geiger of the Pennsylvania Association of Non Profit Organizations discusses non profits. Co-hosting with Charlie Greenawalt is Jere Strittmatter, Susquehanna Valley Center Board Member.
Weeks of November 27 and 20, 2006: Auditor General Jack Wagner (D) discusses the state employee pension programs and changes that need to be made. Brad Bumsted of the Pittsburgh Tribune Review also provides an analysis of election results. Joining host Charlie Greenawalt is David Taylor of the PA Manufacturers' Association.
Weeks of November 13 and 6, 2006: A discussion with Mark Piasio, MD, President of the Pennsylvania Medical Society and Michael Hershock, President of the PHEAA Foundation. H. Michael Liptak co-hosts with Charlie Greenawalt.
Weeks of October 30 and 23, 2006: A discussion about the 2006 General Election with Democratic Party Chairman TJ Rooney and Republican Party Chairman Robert Gleason. Brad Bumsted of the Pittsburgh Tribune Review co-hosts with Charlie Greenawalt.
Weeks of October 16 and 9, 2006: A discussion with Rep. Daryl Metcalfe (R) about illegal immigration. Also, Fall Business Climate Survey results with Lowman Henry. David Taylor of Pennsylvania Manufacturers' Association co-hosts.
Weeks of October 2 and September 25, 2006: Peter Garland of SSHE; Keith Hite of Township Supervisors; Christine Zuzack of PHEAA
Weeks of September 18 and 11, 2006: A discussion about academic freedom with State Rep. Gibson Armstrong (R). Also, an election preview with Brad Bumsted of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.
Weeks of September 4 and August 28, 2006: PA Transporation Secretary Allen Biehler helps celebrate 50 years of the national interstate highway system. Other guests include Bob Long, President of Daily Express in Carlisle, PA.
Weeks of August 21 and August 14, 2006: A discussion about Abstinence Education with Jeffrey Trimbath, Director of Abstinence Education for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and Margaret Barajas-Brewer of the Pennsylvania Association of Latino Organizations. Also, Tish Mogan of the Pennsylvania Association of Nonprofit Organizations.
Weeks of August 7 and July 31, 2006: A discussion with Christine Constable, Vice Chairman of the English Democrats Party in England. She talks about her country's unique relationship with the U.S.
Weeks of July 24 and 17, 2006: A discussion on life insurance and financial planning issues. Guests include Brian Worrell, Jeff Fleming, and Scott Jackson of the Pennsylvania chapter of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA).
Weeks of July 10 and July 3, 2006: A discussion of cable competition with Senator Dominic F. Pileggi (R) and David Wright of Consumers First. Also, Dick Willey, President and CEO of PHEAA, relates how PHEAA has been helping millions of Pennsylvanians through student loans and also answers questions about requests from news organizations pertaining to PHEAA's operations. Joining host Charlie Greenawalt as co-host is Maura Donley.
Weeks of June 26 and June 19, 2006: Rep. Mike Sturla (D) and Rep. Scott Boyd (R) discuss the state budget. Also James Welty of the PA Chamber of Business and Industry and Kirk Liddell of Irex Corporation present their views on business taxes. Joining host Charlie Greenawalt as co-host is Jere Strittmatter, Susquehanna Valley Center Board Member.
Weeks of June 12 and June 5, 2006: A discussion with Chester County Sheriff Carolyn B. Welsh about recent court decisions affecting sheriff's duties in Pennsylvania. Also, a discussion of primary election results with Brad Bumsted of the Pittsburgh Tribune Review and Paul Baker of the Lebanon Daily News. Robert H. Long, Jr. of Wolf, Block, Schorr & Solis-Cohen co-hosts.
Weeks of May 29 and May 22, 2006: A discussion of property tax reform with James Broussard of Citizens Against Higher Taxes. Also Todd Mosko of PHEAA discusses loan programs for recent college graudates. Joining host Charlie Greenawalt as co-host is Robert Long of Wolf, Block, Schorr & Solis-Cohen.
Weeks of May 15, 8, 1 2006: Roger Mecum of the Pennsylvania Medical Society discusses the Society's report on the State of Medicine in Pennsylvania. Then a discussion of Main Street economic development programs in Pennsylvania with Stefan Klosowski and Kerry Golden. Michael Liptak co-hosts with Charlie Greenwalt.
Weeks of April 24 and 17, 2006: Charlie Greenawalt talks about the launch of the Susquehanna Valley Center's new internet radio web site - www.thevoiceofpa.net - with guests RJ Harris and Bob Durgin of WHP Radio (their shows air live on the web site) and site designer Don Bishop.
Weeks of April 10 and April 3, 2006: A discussion with PA Revenue Secretary Greg Fajt. Dave Taylor of PA Manufacturers Association co-hosts.
Weeks of March 27, 20, 2006: Michael Hershock of the PHEAA Foundation and Carolyn Scanlan of the Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania.
Weeks of March 13 and March 6, 2006: Rep. Dwight Evans (D)and Rep. Pat Fleagle (R) discuss the Governor's proposed state budget. Then a discussion of concerns about raw milk with George Wolff and Dr. Stephen Spencer of Penn State University.
Weeks of February 27 and February 20, 2006: Olympic Gold and Silver Medalist - and Pennsylvania resident - Diann Roffe - offers an Olympian's perspective on the Olympic Winter Games.
Weeks of February 13 and 6, 2006: Dr. Mark Piasio, MD, President of the Pennsylvania Medical Society. Also, Ed Arnold, CEO of Arnold Logistics discusses a possible expansion of the state sales tax. Maura Donley of the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry is co-host.
Weeks of January 30 and January 23, 2006: A discussion of the upcoming 2006 elections with Brad Bumsted of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review and Dale Davenport of the Harrisburg Patriot-News. Also, a discussion with Kelly Lewis, President and CEO of the Technology Council of Central Pennsylvania. Joining host Charlie Greenawalt as co-host is Maura Donley of the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry.
Weeks of January 16 and 9, 2006: A discussion of the new mercury standards with Gene Barr of the PA Chamber of Business and Industry. Then, Christine Zuzack of PHEAA discusses student loan opportunities. Joining host Charlie Greenawalt as co-host is Jere Strittmatter, Susquehanna Valley Center Board Member.
Weeks of December 26, 2005 and January 2, 2006 a discussion of Internet sites that feature teenage online journals with Ken Mueller of the Center for Parent/Youth Understanding. Then Michael Geer of the Pennsylvania Family Institute discusses protecting marriage in Pennsylvania. Joining host Charlie Greenawalt as co-host is Susquehanna Valley Center Board Member Jere Strittmatter of Triad Strategies.
Weeks of December 12 and December 19, 2005: State Senator Vince Fumo (D)discusses payday lending legislation he has introduced and also the legislative pay raise. Then, Barry Kauffman of Pennsylvania Common Cause discusses government reform ideas. Joining host Charlie Greenawalt is Tony May of Triad Strategies.
Weeks of December 5 and November 28, 2005: A discussion with Bonnie McCarthy of the PENNCOST Coalition about the possible expansion of the state sales tax. Also, Robert Wilburn of the Gettysburg National Battlefield Museum Foundation talks about plans for a new visitor center and museum in Gettyburg. Co-hosting with Charlie Greenawalt is Maura Donley of the PA Chamber of Business and Industry.
Weeks of November 20 and 13, 2005: Lynn Swann delivers a presentation and is interviewed by Charlie Greenawalt.
Weeks of November 7 and October 31, 2005: A special program honoring Pennsylvania's veterans taped on location at the Army War Heritage Center in Carlisle, PA.
Weeks of October 24 and 17, 2005: Pete Shelly of Triad Strategies talks about mass transit funding and then a discussion of new student loans for Pennsylvania students with Mary Beth Kelly of PHEAA. Joining host Charlie Greenawalt is Susquehanna Valley Center board member H. Michael Liptak.
Weeks of October 10, 3, 2005: A discussion of Pennsylvania's economic and business climate with James Welty and Maura Donley of the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry.
Weeks of September 26, 19, 2005: An interview with Attorney General Tom Corbett(R).
Weeks of September 12, 5, 2005: A discussion of the legislative pay raise with Bob Durgin of WHP Radio, Russ Diamond of Operation Clean Sweep, and Gene Stilp, who has filed a lawsuit against the pay raise.
Weeks of August 29, 22, 2005: An interview with Republican candidate for Governor, Bill Scranton.
Weeks of August 15, 8, July 25, 2005: Excerpts from a presentation by Ann Coulter.
Weeks of July 18 and July 11, 2005 a discussion of specialty care and medical malpractice reform in Pennsylvania. Guests are State Senator Jeff Piccola (R) and Dr. Chip Hummer. Guest co-hosting with Charlie Greenawalt is Jim Panyard.
Weeks of July 4, and June 27, 2005: A discussion of GPS tracking of criminals with Rep. Beverly Mackereth (R) and Montgomery County District Attorney Bruce Castor. Then a demonstration of the system is provided by Steve Chapin. Guest co-host is Jim Panyard.
Weeks of June 13 and June 20, 2005: A discussion of the state budget and taxes in Pennsylvania with Jim Welty of the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry and James Broussard of Citizens Against Higher Taxes. Guest co-host is Jim Panyard.
Weeks of June 6 and May 30, 2005: Summer tourism in Pennsylvania is discussed with Richard Bonds and Carrie Fischer of the Pennsylvania Tourism, Film and Economic Development Marketing Office.
Weeks of May 16, 23, 2005: A discussion of academic freedom with Representative Gibson Armstrong (R). Plus, an update on the lawsuit against gambling expansion in Pennsylvania with Michael Geer, President of the Pennsylvania Family Institute.
Weeks of May 9, 2, 2005: A discussion of Pennsylvania's economy with James Welty of the PA Chamber of Business and Industry. Plus a discussion with Roger Mecum of the Pennsylvania Medical Society.
Weeks of April 25, 18, 2005: Former Lieutenant Governor Bill Scranton.
Weeks of April 11, 4, 2005: Auditor General Jack Wagner(D).
Weeks of March 28, 21, 2005: A discussion of transit funding with Robert Latham of Associated Pennsylvania Constructors and a discussion of small business issues with Kevin Shivers of NFIB.
Weeks of March 14, 7, 2005: Republican State Representative Gordon Denlinger and Democratic State Representative Tom Yewcic discuss the Commonwealth Caucus plan to reduce taxes.
Weeks of February 28, 21, 2005: An Agenda for Jobs for Pennsylvania with Gene Barr, PA Chamber of Business and Industry and Kirk Liddell of Irex Corporation.
Weeks of February 14 and February 7, 2005: Rep. Thaddeus Kirkland, Democratic State Representative and Chairman of the House Legislative Black Caucus.
Weeks of January 24 and January 31, 2005: A discussion of the possible sale of PHEAA to Sallie Mae. How will this affect student loans in Pennsylvania? Keith New of PHEAA offers details.
Weeks of January 17 and 10, 2005: Derek C. Hathaway, Chairman, President and CEO of Harsco Inc. and one of Pennsylvania's most influential business leaders discusses Pennsylvania's business climate and entrepreneurship.
Weeks of January 3, 2005 and December 27, 20, 2004: Maura Donley of the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry shares results of a recent survey of businesses in Pennsylvania focusing on what important issues are affecting Pennsylvania's businesses. Then Pete Alecxih, a builder of fine homes, will share his personal experience with how property he owned was taken from him by county government.
Weeks of December 13, 6, and November 29, 2004: Auditor General and Treasurer-elect Robert P. Casey, Jr (D).
Weeks of November 22, 15, 2004:
Maura Donley of the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry shares results of a recent survey of businesses in Pennsylvania focusing on what important issues are affecting Pennsylvania's businesses. Then Pete Alecxih, a builder of fine homes, will share his personal experience with how property he owned was taken from him by county government.
Weeks of November 8, 1, 2004: Pennsylvania's highways and infrastructure are discussed by John Brosious of the PA Municipal Authorities Association. Then George Wolff of the Keystone State Transportation Funding Coalition discusses the need for a possible increase in the state gas tax. On the final segment, Peter Shelly of Triad Strategies discusses what to look for in the final days of the year's legislative session.
Weeks of October 25, 18, 2004: Congressman Tim Holden (D) and Republican challenger Scott Paterno.
Weeks of October 11, 4, 2004: The upcoming election is the focus of the discussion with Democratic State Representative Michael Sturla and Republican State Senator John Pippy. Also, Pennsylvania's election commissioner, Monna Accurti, also discusses how prepared Pennsylvania is for the upcoming election.
Weeks of September 27, 20, 2004: Do Intermediate Units in Pennsylvania have an unfair advantage over the private sector in offering computer services for Pennsylvania's schools? A discussion with John Hockensmith and Scott Anderson. Also, a discussion of the Boy Scouts Philmont Experience with Dale Klinger and Matt Kinney.
Weeks of September 13, 6, 2004: State Representatives Sam Rohrer (R) and Mike Veon (D). Also, a discussion of medical liability with Dr. Albert W. Heck, MD.
Weeks of August 30, 23, 2004: A lively discussion on who should be awarded state contracts with Don Cunningham, Secretary of General Services and Kevin Shivers, of the Pennnsylvania Chapter of the National Federation of Independent Businesses.
Weeks of August 16, 9, 2004: H. Michael Liptak of the Pennsylvania Highway Information Association, and Edward Arnold, Chairman of Arnold Logistics, discuss transportation issues in Pennsylvania.
Weeks of August 2, July 26, 19, 12: Dr. Walter E. Williams, Professor of Economics at George Mason University.
Weeks of July 5 and June 28, 2004: A discussion of minor league baseball in Pennsylvania with Peter Kirk of Keystone Baseball and Joe Klein of Atlantic League Baseball.
Weeks of June 21 and June 14, 2004: Professor Paul Kengor of Grove City College discusses his book, God and Ronald Reagan.
Weeks of June 7 and May 31, 2004: A lively discussion on who should be awarded state contracts with Don Cunningham, Secretary of General Services and Kevin Shivers, of the Pennnsylvania Chapter of the National Federation of Independent Businesses.
Weeks of May 24 and 17, 2004:
H. Michael Liptak of the Pennsylvania Highway Information Association, and Edward Arnold, Chairman of Arnold Logistics, discuss transportation issues in Pennsylvania.
Weeks of May 10 and 3, 2004:
Pennsylvania's liability crisis is discussed with Dr. Gerald W. Rothacker, Jr. MD and Mark Phenicie and James Ronka of the Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association.
Weeks of April 26 and 19, 2004:
A discussion of the Keystone Manufacturing Initiative with State Representative Scott Boyd (R) and James Panyard, President of the Pennsylvania Manufacturers' Association.
Weeks of April 12 and April 5, 2004: A discussion of issuing gambling licenses with Rep. Mark McNaughton (R). Also, views of the media from Pete DeCoursey of the Harrisburg Patriot-News and Pete Shelly of Triad Strategies.
Weeks of March 29, March 22, 2004:
A discussion of school referendums with Tim Alwein, PA School Boards Association and David Kirkpatrick of the US Freedom Foundation.
Weeks of March 15, March 8, 2004:
Dr. Jitendra Desai, President of the Pennsylvania Medical Society and James Welty of the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry, discuss Pennsylvania's liability crisis and how it is affecting Pennsylvania's medical and business communities, as well as Pennsylvania consumers.
Weeks of March 1 - February 23, 2004:
Dr. Richard Bishirjian, President of Yorktown University, discusses college learning over the Internet. Plus, State Represenative Jeff Coleman (R) discusses his decision to retire and concentrate on a new career as a talk radio host.
Weeks of February 16, 9, 2004: Senator Vince Fumo (D) and Senator Jeff Piccola (R) discuss Governor Rendell's budget.
Weeks of February 2 and January 26, 2004: A discussion of the possible move of the Dickinson School of Law from Dickinson College to the Penn State Campus in State College.
Weeks of January 19, 12, 5, 2004:
Congressman Pat Toomey discusses his run for Republican nomination for U.S. Senate.
December 29, 2003:
John Baer of the Philadelphia Daily News and Dale Davenport of the Patriot-News in Harrisburg discuss the past year in politics in Pennsylvania.
Weeks of December 22 and 15, 2003: James Panyard, President of the Pennsylvania Manufacturers' Association and Ike Gittlin, President of Steelworkers of America Local 1688 discuss making 'free trade' fair to us all.
Weeks of December 8 and 1, 2003: Bob Durgin of WHP Radio and Pete Shelly of Triad Strategies discuss the growing impact of talk radio on American politics.
Weeks of November 24, 17, 2003: Terry Gillen of the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development and Ron Morris of The American Entrepreneur discuss the role of government in economic revitalization and development.
Weeks of November 10, 3, 2003:
The future of rolling out broadband Internet service to every corner of Pennsylvania by the year 2015 is discussed by Kevin Dellicker of Project eQuality and Steven Samara of the Pennsylvania Telephone Association.
Weeks of October 27, 20, 2003:
Pennsylvania's Business Climate is the focus with James Deitch, Chairman and CEO, American Home Bank, and Lowman Henry of The Lincoln Institute.
Weeks of October 13, 6, 2003:
State Representatives Jeff Coleman (R) and Todd Eachus (D).
Weeks of September 29, 22, 2003:
John O'Brien, the new president of The Milton Hershey School talks about changes happening at the institution. Walt Mueller, President of the Center for Parent/Youth Understanding dicusses the pressures on today's teens.
Weeks of September 15, 8, 2003:
John Kroh of Human Resource Partners discusses the U.S. Department of Labor's proposed changes regarding overtime regulations. Later Jim Runk of the Pennsylvania Motor Truck Association discusses trucking and transportation issues in Pennsylvania.
Weeks of September 1, August 25, 18, 2003:
Education in Pennsylvania is discussed with David Kirkpatrick of the U.S. Freedom Foundation, Dennis Giorno of the REACH Alliance and Marianne Bartley, Superintendent of the Lebanon School District.
Weeks of August 11, 4 2003:
The State of Pennsylvania's Business Climate discussed with Kevin Shivers of the National Federation of Independent Business and Business Leader Ed Arnold, Chairman of Arnold Logistics.
Weeks of July 28, 21, 2003:
Former Congressman Bob Walker discusses how the U.S. can become less reliant on foreign oil.
Weeks of July 14, 7, 2003:
Pennsylvania's Secretary of Environmental Protection, Kathleen McGinty
Weeks of June 30, 23, 2003:
Joan L. Benso of the Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children discusses education along with Michael Geer of the Pennsylvania Family Institute.
Weeks of June 16, 9, 2003:
Senator Vince Fumo, Democratic Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee discusses budget negotiations, and possible expansion of gambling in Pennsylvania.
Weeks of June 2, May 26, 2003:
An Alternative to the Governor's Budget Proposals Presented by Rep. Kerry Benninghoff (R) and Rep. Scavello (R).
Plus, the importance of the Timber Industry in Pennsylvania with Tom Buzby.
Weeks of May 26, 19, 2003:
Should Government be Owning Golf Courses, Fitness Centers?
Rep. Pat Browne (R) and John Brinson, Lehigh Valley Businessman
What is the State of PA's Business?
Poll Results with Lowman Henry, Lincoln Institute
Weeks of May 5, April 28, 2003:
How To Be Involved in Your Community
Boy Scouts - Jack Carr
First Responders and Volunteer Firefighters - Robert Timko - Paul Gouldy
Weeks of April 21, 14, 2003:
PA Education Secretary Vicki Phillips
Weeks of April 7, March 31, 2003:
Business and Education - James Panyard, PA Manufacturers' Association and Kirk Hallett - The Nativity School
Weeks of March 24, 17, 2003:
State Budget - Sen. Jeffrey Piccola (R)
Highway Issues - H. Michael Liptak, PA State Transportation Advisory Committee
Weeks of March 10, 3, 2003:
Should Slots be Legalized in PA?
Rep. Jeff Coleman (R) and Rep. Mike Veon (D)
Michael Geer - PA Family Institute
Professor John Kindt - Univ. of Illinois
Weeks of February 24, 17, 2003:
Congressman Pat Toomey (R)
The State Budget - Rep. David Argall (R)
