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Tim Francisco

Host Tim Francisco interviews the people shaping local politics, arts and culture. Episodes air Wednesday at 6:45am and 8:45am.

  • Tim talks to Youngstown native Kirsti Manna about her career in Songwriting and involvement with SMARTS Art School.
  • Melissa McKenney, YSU's Director of Financial Aid, joins Tim to discuss the nuances of student loans.
  • Director of Planning & Development at Eastgate Regional Council of Governments, Justin Mondok, joins Tim about Eastgate's latest efforts.
  • Paul Sracic joins Tim to talk about the impact new tariff policies could have on the Global Market.
  • Head of YSU OEA/YSU Philosophy Professor Mark Vopat follows up on the passing of SB1 with Tim.
  • Research fellow with Community Solutions, Andy Snyder, joins Tim to talk about the upcoming LGBTQ+ needs assessment.
  • Tim talks with famous musician, activist, and actor Stevie Van Zandt, known for his work with Bruce Springsteen, HBO, and more.
  • YSU History Professor Brian Bonhomme joins Tim to discuss the current state of the war in Ukraine.
  • YSU Professor of Mathematics Alicia Prieto Langarica joins Tim to discuss the freezing of NSF grants.
  • Head of YSU OEA/YSU Philosophy Professor Mark Vopat discusses SB1 with Tim.