The Loveland Strong Podcast

Ep 6: Dr. Melanie Peffer

Dr. Melanie Peffer is a biologist, spouse, and mother of a feisty three year old. What's more, she has a hope that powers her through COVID difficulties. How does she do it? Join us and find out! Check out Dr. Peffer's book at: https://www.biologyeverywhere.com/ [https://www.biologyeverywhere.com/].   Interested in ordering? Please support local independent bookseller Firehouse Books [https://www.oldfirehousebooks.com/]

Ep 5: School Superintendent Marc Schaeffer

Bryson sits down with Thompson R2-J Superintendent, Marc Shaeffer. Curious about how has the world of public education changed in the last year, and the effect it's having on kids? Stop by for a listen, and for a good dose of hope!

Ep 4: Glorie Magrum

Glorie Magrum is the Executive Director of Loveland's House of Neighborly Service (https://www.honservice.org [https://www.honservice.org]), an organization that specializes in helping people in crisis. As you might expect, they've been extremely busy since the COVID-19 pandemic began. How is HNS they faring? What hope does Glorie see amidst the craziness of helping families get back on their feet? Listen and find out!

Ep 3: Chef Clay Caldwell

Chef Clay owns and operates Betta Gumbo Southern Kitchen on 3rd and Lincoln Ave. But his influence goes much farther than that! He actively supports local non profits and works with several faith communities. The pandemic has hit the local restaurant industry very hard. How is Chef Clay fairing? What hope does he see? Join us and find out. Eat a snack first. Thinking of all the tasty food Clay and Bryson talk about will make you hungry!

Ep 2: Police Chief Bob Ticer and Assistant Chief Ray Butler

Chief Ticer and Chief Butler have decades of law enforcement experience between them. So how do they feel about the COVID-19 era? How has the unrest caused by the death of George Floyd and other incidents affected them and the Loveland Police Force? Join us to find out and hear how being a better neighbor can be a path to hope!