Temple Psych and Film Student / Volunteer Extraordinaire, Nick Kasander | Take it From a Local with Allison

In this week’s episode, we are talking with Nick Kasander of Bethlehem Township. We talk all about the fun things at Musikfest, what it’s like to work at Artsquest, and talk about how the Freddy Awards have impacted Nick’s life.

A student at Temple University, Nick Kasander majors in Psychology and Film and has recently created a short film called “In His Skin”, which is available on his YouTube channel (and below).

Nick talks about his volunteer work with ArtsQuest and what he loves about living in the Lehigh Valley.

You can check out his work on YouTube (Nick kasander) and Instagram (@nickk518)!

Thank you to our partners:

Burke Insurance Agency 

Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate

and our Season Featured Partner, Venture X

 

 

 

Take it from a Local, a Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast, is hosted by Allison Pittenger, a 20-year-old college junior.

“A Bethlehem native, I grew up going to Musikfest every summer, seeing shows at the State Theatre, and experiencing all that the Lehigh Valley has to offer. I’m a current student at East Stroudsburg University studying Video & Television production. I love theme parks, musical theatre, traveling, and of course creating content for people to enjoy. I began as an intern with Lehigh Valley with Love in early 2020 and have continued to work with them on various projects, and now this podcast! The goal of Take It From a Local is to hear from Lehigh Valley residents of past and present and to get their views and opinions on the many things to experience in the area. You can find me and follow my journey through life over on my Instagram @alli.pitt. I hope you enjoy the podcast!”


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Moravian University’s Social and Digital Media Manager, Claire Boucher

In this episode, we speak with Moravian University Social and Digital Media Manager, Claire Boucher. 

We talk about running into The Weather Channel’s Jim Cantore in downtown Bethlehem during the snowstorm of the year, her road to her current job, the excitement of transitioning to a university, what she’s looking forward to the most as travel opens up, and much more!

Follow her on Instagram: @claire_boucher

Thank you to our sponsors!

Burke Insurance Agency 

Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate

and our Season Featured Partner, Venture X


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Watch the video version of this Podcast epsiode here or below.

Lehigh Valley Air Travel Soars Back | Lehigh Valley International Airport Executive Director Tom Stoudt

In this episode of Lehigh Valley Valley with Love Podcast, we talk with Lehigh-Northampton Airport Authority Executive Director, Tom Stoudt, about the return of substantial air travel to the Lehigh Valley. 

We talk about how travel numbers have already returned to pre-covid numbers, how the airport is continuing to keep travelers safe, what they’ve learned from the past year, and some substantial changes coming to the airport structure itself. 

Mr. Stoudt is the Executive Director of the Lehigh-Northampton Airport Authority, which owns and operates a three-airport system, including Lehigh Valley International (ABE) and Queen City Airports in Allentown and Braden Airpark in Forks Township, Pennsylvania.  He is responsible for overall mission accomplishment, which includes generating $33 million in annual operating revenues and progressing a $42 million capital improvement program. Tom has 25 years of experience and previously served as Director of Operations and Safety, Senior Airport Planner, Operations Specialist and Aircraft Ground Handling Agent at ABE.

We’re excited to be on location for this podcast and thank LNAA and Colin Riccobon Director of Public and Government Relations.

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Thank you to our sponsors!

Burke Insurance Agency 

Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate

and our Season Featured Partner, Venture X

 

 


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Tiffany Colom of Easton | Take it From a Local with Allison

In this week’s episode, we are talking with Tiffany Colom of Easton. She is an Arbonne consultant as well as a music teacher!

We talk about memories from Musikfests past as well her love of the state theatre. We also touch on great food in this area, especially The Bayou restaurant which her and her husband frequent quite often.

You can visit her Arbonne website here: www.tiffanyhillegass.arbonne.com, check out the non-profit Eternal Pizza Party she works with here :https://eternalpizzaparty.com, and you can follow her on Instagram @elvenwellness.

Thank you to our partners:

Burke Insurance Agency 

Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate

and our Season Featured Partner, Venture X

 

 

Take it from a Local, a Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast, is hosted by Allison Pittenger, a 20-year-old college junior.

“A Bethlehem native, I grew up going to Musikfest every summer, seeing shows at the State Theatre, and experiencing all that the Lehigh Valley has to offer. I’m a current student at East Stroudsburg University studying Video & Television production. I love theme parks, musical theatre, traveling, and of course creating content for people to enjoy. I began as an intern with Lehigh Valley with Love in early 2020 and have continued to work with them on various projects, and now this podcast! The goal of Take It From a Local is to hear from Lehigh Valley residents of past and present and to get their views and opinions on the many things to experience in the area. You can find me and follow my journey through life over on my Instagram @alli.pitt. I hope you enjoy the podcast!”


– Get all of our links here. https://linktr.ee/lvwithlove

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The Pennsylvania Marijuana Industry | Behind the Scenes with “Kush and Haze”

In this episode of the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast, we talk to Kush and Haze, owners of a Pennsylvania Marijuana products company.  

Their identities have been obscured because of the sensitive nature of what they do.

While many other states, including neighboring ones, have made moves to legalize recreational marijuana for adults, Pennsylvania lags behind. Kush and Haze speak about their experience in the industry and what they feel current and future legislation could mean to, well, you.

We also talk about the paths Kush and Haze individually followed to eventually start working together.

We talk health benefits, stigma, advocacy, why people are against legalization, and much more!

 

Thank you to our sponsors!

Burke Insurance Agency 

Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate

and our Season Featured Partner, Venture X

 


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Watch the video version of this Podcast epsiode here or below.

Joe and Stacey of Whitehall, Pennsylvania | Take it from a Local with Allison

In this week’s episode, we are talking with Joe and Stacey of Whitehall.

Having grown up in this area, Joe talks about the many fun and family-friendly places he and Stacey take their son, including the Lehigh Valley Zoo, Dorney Park, & to many events at PBS39 just to name a few!

They also go on about their amazing wedding at Sayre Mansion as well as the awesome food in this area including at Brew Works, Keystone Pub, and the delicious rolls at Assante Ristorante Italiano. 

 

Thank you to our partners:

Burke Insurance Agency 

Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate

and our Season Featured Partner, Venture X

Take it from a Local, a Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast, is hosted by Allison Pittenger, a 20-year-old college junior.

“A Bethlehem native, I grew up going to Musikfest every summer, seeing shows at the State Theatre, and experiencing all that the Lehigh Valley has to offer. I’m a current student at East Stroudsburg University studying Video & Television production. I love theme parks, musical theatre, traveling, and of course creating content for people to enjoy. I began as an intern with Lehigh Valley with Love in early 2020 and have continued to work with them on various projects, and now this podcast! The goal of Take It From a Local is to hear from Lehigh Valley residents of past and present and to get their views and opinions on the many things to experience in the area. You can find me and follow my journey through life over on my Instagram @alli.pitt. I hope you enjoy the podcast!”


– Get all of our links here.

– Subscribe to the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast.

– Want to be a guest on the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast?

Eman Jarrah for Lehigh County Judge | Getting to Work in the Lehigh Valley

In our final political podcast of … well for now, we are honored to have on fellow Moravian College grad, Emmaus resident, and farmland preservation champion, Eman Jarrah.

Oh, yeah, she’s running for Lehigh County Judge! Vote on May 18th.

From her website: “Eman Jarrah is a Lehigh Valley native who was born and raised in Allentown, Pennsylvania.  She is a graduate of Dieruff High School, Moravian College, and The University of Dayton School of Law.  A long-time Deputy County Solicitor, she has spent most of her career advocating for the community’s most vulnerable consumers.  She manages difficult situations with compassion for the individuals involved but with a respect for the application of the law.  A typical day is one where she assists in coming up with a creative solution to a challenging scenario.  She cares about her community and is committed to its positive growth.”

Check out Eman Jarrah’s website.

Our featured local non-profit this week is New Bethany Ministries!

Thank you to our partners:

Burke Insurance Agency 

Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate

and our Season Featured Partner, Venture X


– Get all of our links here.

– Subscribe to the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast.

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Watch the video episode here or below 

Penn State University Biology Student Hailee from Nazareth | Take it from a Local with Allison

This week, we’re talking with Hailee from Nazareth.

She is currently at Penn State University studying Biology with a Neuroscience option and pre-Med track.

We talk all about her favorite memories and moments from the Lehigh Valley (Musikfest Smoothie in a Pineapple anyone?), favorite food spots (including Apollo Grill), and so much more (like how she has never been to BaconFest)!!

Learn about how she made her own curriculum on brain injuries and her work with non-profits!

Thank you to our partners:

Burke Insurance Agency 

Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate

and our Season Featured Partner, Venture X

 

Take it from a Local, a Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast, is hosted by Allison Pittenger, a 20-year-old college junior.

“A Bethlehem native, I grew up going to Musikfest every summer, seeing shows at the State Theatre, and experiencing all that the Lehigh Valley has to offer. I’m a current student at East Stroudsburg University studying Video & Television production. I love theme parks, musical theatre, traveling, and of course creating content for people to enjoy. I began as an intern with Lehigh Valley with Love in early 2020 and have continued to work with them on various projects, and now this podcast! The goal of Take It From a Local is to hear from Lehigh Valley residents of past and present and to get their views and opinions on the many things to experience in the area. You can find me and follow my journey through life over on my Instagram @alli.pitt. I hope you enjoy the podcast!”


– Get all of our links here.

– Subscribe to the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast.

– Want to be a guest on the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast?


Maraleen Shields for Lehigh County Judge | Choosing the Lehigh Valley

You may know the Braddock area of the state from Pennsylvania Senate conentendor John Fetterman, but the Lehigh Valley also has someone with western PA steel roots looking to make a difference in the Lehigh Valley.

In this episode we talk with Maraleen Shields who is running for Lehigh County Judge. If elected, she’d be the first African-American judge and only the second to speak Spanish in the county’s long history.

We talk about hot dogs for an extended period of time as well. 😛

Check out her website.

Our featured local non-profit this week is New Bethany Ministries!

Thank you to our partners:

Burke Insurance Agency 

Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate

and our Season Featured Partner, Venture X

 


– Get all of our links here.

– Subscribe to the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast.

– Want to be a guest on the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast?


Watch the video episode here or below 

Muhlenberg College Student Riley | Take it from a Local with Allison

In this episode, we join Bethlehem resident and Muhlenberg College student Riley, as we talk about her favorite parts of the Lehigh Valley!

Riley, a Freedom High School Grad, talks about many of her favorite food spots, live entertainment spots (Musikfest and Celtic Classic), and must do experiences in the area!

We also discuss the positive impact the area has had on her life and some of the many memories she has made while living here.

Thank you to our partners:

Burke Insurance Agency 

Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate

and our Season Featured Partner, Venture X

 

Take it from a Local, a Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast, is hosted by Allison Pittenger, a 20-year-old college junior.

“A Bethlehem native, I grew up going to Musikfest every summer, seeing shows at the State Theatre, and experiencing all that the Lehigh Valley has to offer. I’m a current student at East Stroudsburg University studying Video & Television production. I love theme parks, musical theatre, traveling, and of course creating content for people to enjoy. I began as an intern with Lehigh Valley with Love in early 2020 and have continued to work with them on various projects, and now this podcast! The goal of Take It From a Local is to hear from Lehigh Valley residents of past and present and to get their views and opinions on the many things to experience in the area. You can find me and follow my journey through life over on my Instagram @alli.pitt. I hope you enjoy the podcast!”


– Get all of our links here.

– Subscribe to the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast.

– Want to be a guest on the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast?


The Future of the Lehigh Valley Workspace | Terry Wallace of Venture X Bethlehem

We’re on location for the first time at Venture X in South Bethlehem to speak with owner Terry Wallace about the future of the workspace in the Lehigh Valley.

We plan to film a show per month at Venture X. Get in touch if you’d like to get involved.

(VIDEO HERE or below)

Terry Wallace is a transformational leader with the proven ability to deliver results on a global scale. Terry has a wide range of experience and success stemming from a dynamic career.

He started his career in the Marine Corps and law enforcement and evolved to leading Global HR functions in a Fortune 50 company and in one of the fastest growing startups in history.

After twenty years of full-time business travel, Terry again decided to redefine his career and started his own business, Alynus Inc. Through Alynus, he is focused on starting and growing businesses at home, in the Lehigh Valley.

The first venture is to provide flexible office space, amenities, and services to others as they grow their businesses here in ‘the valley.’ The brand selected is Venture X.

We talk with Terry about the future of the workspace in the Lehigh Valley and how Venture X is poised to be leader.


This is the first of a new series in which we will be recording live on location at Venture X in south Bethlehem.

If you’re interested in learning more about advertising or being a guest, please get in touch

Learn more about Venture X Bethlehem

Big thank you to Ryan Walsh of Zeptepi Creative for the video work on this. His business office is at Venture X! Check them out.


 

Thank you to our partners:

Burke Insurance Agency 

Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate

and our Season Featured Partner, Venture X

 


– Get all of our links here.

– Subscribe to the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast.

– Want to be a guest on the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast?


Watch the video episode here 

 

Aspiringing Singer Songwriter Angel | Take it from a Local with Allison

This week’s episode has us talking with Angel, a Wilkes University Student and aspiring singer/songwriter. We talk about live entertainment in the Lehigh Valley, favorite food spots, and so much more!

You can catch her on Rocking the Lehigh Valley on April 13, 2021, listen to her album, Bipolar Opposites, that will be out within the next month, & follow her on Instagram @angeldandria.

Thank you to our partners:

Burke Insurance Agency 

Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate

and our Season Featured Partner, Venture X

Take it from a Local, a Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast, is hosted by Allison Pittenger, a 20-year-old college junior.

“A Bethlehem native, I grew up going to Musikfest every summer, seeing shows at the State Theatre, and experiencing all that the Lehigh Valley has to offer. I’m a current student at East Stroudsburg University studying Video & Television production. I love theme parks, musical theatre, traveling, and of course creating content for people to enjoy. I began as an intern with Lehigh Valley with Love in early 2020 and have continued to work with them on various projects, and now this podcast! The goal of Take It From a Local is to hear from Lehigh Valley residents of past and present and to get their views and opinions on the many things to experience in the area. You can find me and follow my journey through life over on my Instagram @alli.pitt. I hope you enjoy the podcast!”


– Get all of our links here.

– Subscribe to the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast.

– Want to be a guest on the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast?


Ce-Ce Gerlach | Fighting for Allentown

In this episode, we talk with Allentown City Councilwoman and Allentown Mayoral candidate Ce-Ce Gerlach. Ce-Ce’s story is truly remarkable, especially the way in which she initially go involved in politics…

We talk about her upbringing in Maryland, what brought her to the Allentown area (spoiler: it was Cedar Crest College was Cedar Crest College) and why she’s running for mayor. Ce-Ce talks about her top 3 issues; Economic Justice, Housing Justice, and Reimagining Public Safety.

Check out her website.

I don’t want to get TOO in the political weeds here, but the Allentown Mayoral race is shaping up to be an important and interesting one with some fascinating personalities. We had Matt Tuerk on in a previous episode and I encourage you to take a listen.

Enjoy the video episode below.

Our featured local non-profit this week is New Bethany Ministries!

 

Thank you to our partners:

Burke Insurance Agency 

Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate

and our Season Featured Partner, Venture X

 


– Get all of our links here.

– Subscribe to the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast.

– Want to be a guest on the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast?


Watch the video episode here or below 

Boba Tea, Musikfest, and Delores | Take it from a Local with Allison

In this episode, we join Bethlehem resident and Penn State University student Delores, as we talk about her favorite parts of the Lehigh Valley! Delores, a Freedom High School graduate and longtime resident of the Lehigh Valley, talks about many of her favorite food spots, festivals, and must to experiences throughout the Lehigh Valley during the many times of the year. We also discuss the positive impact the area has had on her life and some of the many memories she has made while living here.

Thank you to our partners:

Burke Insurance Agency 

Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate

and our Season Featured Partner, Venture X

Take it from a Local, a Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast, is hosted by Allison Pittenger, a 20-year-old college junior.

“A Bethlehem native, I grew up going to Musikfest every summer, seeing shows at the State Theatre, and experiencing all that the Lehigh Valley has to offer. I’m a current student at East Stroudsburg University studying Video & Television production. I love theme parks, musical theatre, traveling, and of course creating content for people to enjoy. I began as an intern with Lehigh Valley with Love in early 2020 and have continued to work with them on various projects, and now this podcast! The goal of Take It From a Local is to hear from Lehigh Valley residents of past and present and to get their views and opinions on the many things to experience in the area. You can find me and follow my journey through life over on my Instagram @alli.pitt. I hope you enjoy the podcast!”


– Get all of our links here.

– Subscribe to the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast.

– Want to be a guest on the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast?


Matt Tuerk | Literally Running for Mayor of Allentown

Today we’re talking with Allentown Mayoral hopeful and the former Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation VP, Matt Tuerk, who has been running the streets of Allentown to get to know it just a little bit better…

We talk about his path from East Stroudsburg to Colorado to South Carolina to Allentown and why travel helps you appreciate where you come from and where you are.

We talk to him about why he’s running and what he envisions the future of Allentown to be and of course we talk about Yocco’s a little more in-depth than is needed.

Check out his website.

Enjoy the video episode below.

Thank you to our partners:

Burke Insurance Agency 

Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate

and our Season Featured Partner, Venture X


– Get all of our links here.

– Subscribe to the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast.

– Want to be a guest on the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast?


Watch the video episode here or below