Ryan O’Shea | Grove Cemetery On episode 10 of the Little Beaver Historical Society Podcast, we talk with Ryan O’Shea about the rich history of New Brighton, Pennsylvania and the movers and shakers who ended up in the venerable Grove Cemetery, final resting place to some of Beaver County’s most esteemed historical figures. This episode …
Preservationist Craig Potts says, “Historic preservation clearly does much more than preserve bricks and mortar. It recognizes that our built history connects us in tangible ways with our past and provides context for the places we occupy and the world we live in.” We agree, but we have to challenge ourselves to think beyond abstractions, …
Memorials encourage us to quietly honor lost souls and to respectfully commemorate solemn occasions. Designed to evoke calming reverence, tranquility, and decorum, memorials insist on a certain code of behavior: quite please, respect the dead, proper attire requested at this sacred site. But memorials also pacify us, reminding us to hold our tongues. Shhh, this …
Candice McMunn & Janet Chalmers Faith Restoration Food Pantry On episode 11 of the Live Mike Podcast with Mike Romigh, Mike talks about the working poor and food insecurity in Beaver County with Candice McMunn and Janet Chalmers of the Faith Restoration Food Pantry. SUPPORT LOCAL PODCASTING Let’s keep local podcasting alive! If you like …
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Most public historians assume their displays, exhibits, explications, and events will be received and reviewed intelligently by visitors to their museums and historical sites. In fact, it is ethical standard practice for public historians to seek critical feedback and commentary on their work; the input helps them improve quality, accuracy, and professionalism. Exhibits, artifact displays, …
Brenda Applegate | Beaver County History Coalition On episode 11 of the Beaver County History Podcast, we talk with Brenda Applegate of the Beaver County History Coalition about the importance of local history and the need to support community organizations that safeguard history for now and future generations. SUPPORT COMMUNITY PODCASTING Let’s keep community-based local …
Jeanne Cecil | Rachel Carson Homestead On episode 2 of the Allegheny Valley History Podcast, guest host Kevin Farkas of The Social Voice Project talks with Jeanne Cecil of the Rachel Carson Homestead in Springdale, Pennsylvania about the early childhood home of world renowned environmentalist Rachel Carson. SUPPORT LOCAL PODCASTING Let’s keep …
A Conversation About R-ACT Theatre Productions’ Annual Holiday Radio Show On episode 9 of the TSVP Radio Theater Podcast, we have a conversation with members of R-ACT Theatre Productions about their Annual Holiday Radio Show, the region’s longest running radio drama performed before a live audience. SUPPORT LOCAL PODCASTING Let’s keep local …
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