The Other Side of Tusc

Episode 20 - Kerry Metzger, Politics, and Empower Tusc

Have you ever wanted to make a change in your home, your community, or even yourself? Kerry Metzger talks about his time as a politician at the local, county, and state levels, and how he affects community change through his work as the chair of Empower Tusc. Visit Empower Tusc's website [https://empowertusc.com/] to learn more abut their work. Click here [https://tuscarawas-main-oh.whofi.com/calendar/event/145360/s?method=embed] to learn more about Kerry's talk on the Whiskey Rebellion at the Tuscarawas County Public Library. Learn about other Tuscarawas County attractions at the Tuscarawas Convention and Visitors Bureau's website [http://www.traveltusc.com/] Intro and outro music: "The Big Trail" written and performed by Joshua Compton. Click here to hear more of his music. [https://harpfamilyrecordings.bandcamp.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3ObzekPO0IPt6-N7TTaTvNFtltc8kt62rsUXgJhGPShtUuv2c3ga0gDLY_aem_AahzwdVWftnJc1ngiIS6Z50W_tGZKaNhYDfF0jT1z9qABloZvuhDT90eVPT-VMAzKUXFi81n8kQWAOjvQqBwodYb]

Episode 17 - Kait Gallagher-Wilsterman and the Little Theatre

Tuscarawas County has a robust arts community, and for the past 60 years, the Little Theatre of Tuscarawas County has provided a place for folks to enjoy and even perform in their favorite musicals and plays. Kait Gallagher-Wilsterman tells us all about how Little Theatre makes this happen and gives us a taste of what to expect in 2025. Visit Little Theatre's Facebook page [https://www.facebook.com/TheLittleTheatreTC/?paipv=0&eav=Afa4xYa9RlK5wj6TbHbAowX362snxgNafDmVQEu6vaGmnZpAGzqDkIuiGJ07gBgI1zc&_rdr] or website [https://www.thelittletheatreonline.org/] to learn more about upcoming performances. Learn about other Tuscarawas County attractions at the Tuscarawas Convention and Visitors Bureau's website [http://www.traveltusc.com/] Intro and outro music: "The Big Trail" written and performed by Joshua Compton. Click here to hear more of his music. [https://harpfamilyrecordings.bandcamp.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3ObzekPO0IPt6-N7TTaTvNFtltc8kt62rsUXgJhGPShtUuv2c3ga0gDLY_aem_AahzwdVWftnJc1ngiIS6Z50W_tGZKaNhYDfF0jT1z9qABloZvuhDT90eVPT-VMAzKUXFi81n8kQWAOjvQqBwodYb]

Episode 16 - Andy McMillen and the Gnadenhutten Museum

Andy McMillen, newest president of the Gnadenhutten Memorial Park and Museum, joins us today to talk about his passion for education, his vision for the museum's future, and give us a glimpse into the history of Gnadenhutten. Visit Gnadehutten Museum's Facebook page [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100067182754062] to start planning your visit. Learn about other Tuscarawas County attractions at the Tuscarawas Convention and Visitors Bureau's website [http://www.traveltusc.com] Intro and outro music: "The Big Trail" written and performed by Joshua Compton. Click here to hear more of his music. [https://harpfamilyrecordings.bandcamp.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3ObzekPO0IPt6-N7TTaTvNFtltc8kt62rsUXgJhGPShtUuv2c3ga0gDLY_aem_AahzwdVWftnJc1ngiIS6Z50W_tGZKaNhYDfF0jT1z9qABloZvuhDT90eVPT-VMAzKUXFi81n8kQWAOjvQqBwodYb]

Episode 15 - Josh Compton and The Big Trail and Other Ballads of the Tuscarawas

Tuscarawas County musician Josh Compton joins me today to talk about his love for storytelling, Tuscarawas history, and how he created his new album The Big Trail and Other Ballads of the Tuscarawas.  Josh Compton will also be providing our intro/outro music going forward, featuring "The Big Trail" from his newest album. Check out his music at https://harpfamilyrecordings.bandcamp.com/

Episode 14 - George Laurence and Museum Acrylics

How does history look so good? Unsung local history hero George Laurence of Museum Acrylics joins me today to tell us some of the secrets behind keeping historical objects forever young and how he helps you have fun at your favorite museum. You'll have a hard time keeping your fingers off of the glass for this one!