As I Walk Through The Valley

23. Books Behind Bars: A Look at Muhlenberg’s Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program - Feat. Jess Denke

Join me As I Walk Through the Valley with Ms. Jess Denke, Head Librarian and Co-Director of the Muhlenberg College Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program. We discuss the nature of incarceration, the preservation of dignity and the potential for redemption in a conversation that blends both the practical and philosophical. A special thanks to Mr. Angelo Fattore for introducing us and suggesting this topic. To learn more about the Inside-Out program and how to support it, please see their website: https://realcollectiveprisonexchange.org/

22. Treasurer Stacy Garrity's Case for Governor [P.A. Gubernatorial Candidate Interview]

Marijuana. School choice. Fiscal responsibility. These were just some of the topics addressed by Pennsylvania Treasurer and Gubernatorial Candidate, Stacy Garrity in front of a live audience at Congregation Sons of Israel in Allentown, PA.  Recorded on May 12th, 2026. Video footage provided by Gary Preis.

21. "Lighting the Way" in Allentown - Feat. Dr. Carol D. Birks

The Allentown School District serves a vibrant community of over 16,700 students across 23 schools. Supported by a dedicated team of 2,500 staff members, ASD is at the forefront of urban education in Pennsylvania, balancing a rich history with a forward-looking commitment to technological literacy and community unity. We sat down with ASD's Superintendent and CEO, Dr. Carol D. Birks to learn about how she is "Lighting the Way" for numerous families in the Lehigh Valley.

20. Run, Bradley! Run! (...for Office) - Feat. Mr. Bradley Merkl-Gump

Meet Mr. Bradley Merkl-Gump, an 8th-grade history teacher, Pennridge School Board Director, and Democratic candidate for Pennsylvania's 16th Senate District . He joins the podcast to talk about censorship, shadow book bans, and also... a little about Quaker religious rites as well as Magic: The Gathering.

19. Data Centers, Blasphemy, and Altruism - Feat. Executive Tara Zrinski

Northampton County Executive Tara Zrinski reflects on her first 100 days in office. We explore the looming presence of data centers, environmentalism, economics, religion and how to best allocate our collective finances. Make sure to also listen to our previous episode (#18), featuring Lehigh County Executive Josh Siegel.