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The Butler Eagle has been reporting the daily news since 1870, bringing the facts, real stories of real events happening in our community and now we are here to bring you the voices to those stories. Each season is dedicated to bringing you local perspectives on a variety of topics we feel impact the day to day lives of our community. The Eagle is excited to enter the podcast world and bring the stories of Butler County to a whole new platform. Follow us & Subscribe: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/altereaglepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alter.eagle.podcast?lang=en Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb-z83gFTCMhQve_mwV2JEQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/altereaglepodcast/
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At just 32 years old, Ashlynn has built a career walking alongside individuals and families during some of life's most vulnerable seasons.
A Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in gerontology, the study of aging, Ashlynn has worked across hospice, home health, and programs designed to help older adults remain in their homes despite chronic illness, poverty, and mental health chal...
What happens when travel becomes home?
In this episode of Alter Eagle, Vicky and Kristin share what it really means to live in another language, but by being immersed. From learning German alongside your children in Switzerland, to designing world-class museums across Europe, this conversation explores identity, belonging, and the humility that comes with becoming "the other."
One year after Marc Fogel's release from a Russian prison, his family is still processing what they lived through and what it means to finally have him home.
In this episode, Anne Fogel reflects on the one-year anniversary of her brother Marc Fogel's release after spending years imprisoned in Russia following his 2021 arrest and 2022 sentencing. What began as a headline became a life-altering fight for f...
In part one of this two-part conversation, I sit down with Kristin and Vicky, two women I've known since high school whose lives have taken them overseas in very different ways. We talk about family, travel, living abroad, and how stepping outside the U.S. can deepen your appreciation for home. This conversation is also about female friendship, how it evolves over time, strengthens across distance, and becomes an anch...
In this episode of Alter Eagle, we're spotlighting Butler Little Theatre's production of Love Letters by A.R. Gurney, a romantic, funny, and poignant story told entirely through decades of correspondence between two lifelong friends.
Love Letters explores love and longing, privilege and pressure, success and failure and the choices we make as we walk the path of life. With two alternating...
In this episode, I sit down with Pastor Katie McNeal of St. John Lutheran Church in Mars for a thoughtful conversation about faith, creativity, and connection.
Pastor Katie joined the St. John congregation in 2022, bringing with her a wide-ranging background, from Camp Lutherlyn and youth ministry work to earning advanced degrees at Yale Divinity School. Along the way, she's also been a k...
Today's episode features a candid and engaging conversation with Jake and Mallory Merda Adams, a couple who have spent the last decade building parallel careers in the fast-paced world of sports journalism.
Jake, a Temple grad originally from Northampton, PA, has spent nearly twelve years in the field, serving as a sports editor at The Carlisle Sentinel, Madison.com, and the Louisville Courier Journal. H...
On this episode, Laura welcomes Heidi Nichols Bowser, a respected leader within the Butler YMCA community and an accomplished athlete with a lifelong love of sports. Heidi shares how she got her start in speed skating, the dedication that carried her through college tennis, and the career decisions that led her to Butler.
Together, they explore themes of personal growth, community connect...
This Thanksgiving, I'm sharing a story from my time living in New York with roommates from all over the world — people who, just a month earlier, were complete strangers to me.
It was their first Thanksgiving, and our tiny apartment became a place where different languages, spices, cultures, and expectations collided into one shared meal. That night reminded me how quickly strangers can b...
Sometimes, the stories that stop us in our tracks are the ones we never see coming. After traveling 100 miles on the roof of a moving car, RayRay the Cat became a local legend — and a symbol of survival, connection, and second chances. Laura talks with RayRay's human, Margaret about that unbelievable day, the outpouring of support that followed, and how one small cat reminded everyone just how big love can be.
In this final chapter of The Maze series, we meet Rob Raifsnider — the creative force behind Ravenswood Manor and the original 3D Maze at The Beacon. Rob shares his passion for haunting artistry and decades of dedication to Halloween. Then, take one last ride through the Corn Maze with us — sights, sounds, and scares included.
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Part Two of The Beacon Hotel: The Haunt is here — and this time, I'm joined by Jordan Grady from the Butler County Chamber of Commerce and Audrianna Bly!
Jordan and I relive our trip through the haunted maze, talk about what makes The Haunt such a Butler County favorite, and share some of the video and photos from that night (yes, the screams are real). I also continue my conversations with family member...
Step inside the Beacon Hotel — a Butler County landmark where history, community, and a good scare all come together. In this first part of my Beacon Hotel Halloween special, I sit down with Nick, Roni, and Jamie — the creative forces behind The Haunt. We talk about what it takes to bring this annual Halloween experience to life, the pride they have in their community, and how the Beacon has become a place that connec...
She's the queen of celebrations — and a Halloween enthusiast through and through! Kristen Kane of Kristen Kane Events shares how she built her thriving event company, what inspires her signature style, and how her Ghouls for Good initiative is helping kids enjoy the magic of Halloween.
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Taylor Swift's The Life of a Showgirl album brought back all the memories — because Jen and I actually were showgirls! We danced together in the legendary Jubilee show at Bally's Las Vegas, surrounded by the stunning Bob Mackie costumes that are now making their way into pop culture again.
In this conversation, we talk about what it was really like behind the feathers and rhinestones, how...
In Part II of our series with Mr. Pflugh, we hear directly from the man behind the classroom. He shares what first inspired his love for history, how he creates engaging lessons, and why connecting with students matters just as much as the material itself. If you enjoyed hearing his students' voices in Part I, you'll love getting to know Mr. Pflugh's perspective in this insightful interview.
In this first part of our Teacher Appreciation series, we hear directly from the students of Mr. Pflugh, a history teacher who has been shaping young minds at Knoch High School for 27 years. Members of his History Club share what makes his classroom unique, the teaching style that keeps them engaged, and how his influence goes far beyond textbooks. Their stories rem...
Part 2 we step inside ICON, Zelienople's newest fine art gallery, for an inspiring conversation with founders Lauren and Jason. In this episode, we talk about the creative freedom they had in designing the space, the history behind its original tin ceiling, and their vision for what ICON brings to the local arts community. Whether you're an art lover or just curious about the story behind a stunning new cultural spot,...
In this first of a two-part conversation, Jason and Lauren, the visionaries behind Curio Art Studio, share the story of building a vibrant art and education space that inspires creativity in the community. From fostering connection through workshops to cultivating a studio where all ages can explore, Curio is more than a studio—it's a movement. Join us as we dive into their passion, purpose, and the journey that broug...
Ken and Liz Smith of Hobnob Theatre Company share their passion for storytelling, community, and the craft of live performance. From behind-the-scenes insight to the excitement of opening night, this episode pulls back the curtain on how Hobnob creates theater that's intimate, impactful, and unforgettable.
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