On this episode Will and I sat down with Richard Burkett, President and CEO of the Johnstown Area Heritage Association. Under his leadership, the Johnstown Area Heritage Association has had a tremendous impact on the preservation and celebration of this region’s history. It was incredibly fun to see such passion from Richard as he discussed many of the highlights that JAHA has been able to achieve. We had so much fun that we are planning on inviting Richard back to hold a mini-series on particular historical topics. If you’re interested in hearing a particular subject, feel free to email us at [email protected] to submit your ideas. Thanks for listening as always and enjoy the show!

On this episode of 159 Inclined, Will and James had a chance to chat with Vince Lovenduski, founder of S.E.A.D.S. of Love Garden Center in Westmont.  S.E.A.D.S. stands for Sustainable Employment for Adults with Disabilities.  This business with a positive mission is truly a beautiful and inspiring one.  Vince’s humility, integrity, and genuine desire to make a positive impact has been achieved in the creation of S.E.A.D.S. of Love Garden Center.  We're excited to share this amazing story with listeners.  Enjoy!

Welcome to the 159 Inclined Podcast!.  Our guest for this episode is the one and only Maestro James Blachly, Director of the Johnstown Symphony Orchestra. He is truly a remarkable individual whose innovative, immersive, creative, highly challenging, and passionate conducting has continued to connect and engage the Greater Johnstown region and beyond ultimately making an enormous positive impact.  We’re excited to share this fascinating interview with listeners.  Thanks for listening and enjoy the show!

On this episode of 159 Inclined, Will and James had a chance to spend some time at Steel City Axe with owners Bill and Rick Wissinger.  This father and son duo have created a really cool space where people can come and experience a new form of entertainment, the rapidly growing sport of axe throwing.  Will and James threw some axes and learned about Bill and Rick's journey in creating Steel City Axe.  Thanks for listening and enjoy the show!

On this episode of 159 Inclined, Will and James had the opportunity to spend some time with Carissa Itle Westrick, Director of Business Development at Vale Wood Farms.  Her family's history is an incredibly rich one that exemplifies the positive impact a local dairy farm can have on a region.  We had a chance to learn about how Vale Woods Farm came to be and all of the awesome things that the farm does.  We hope you enjoy the show as much as we did making it!

On this episode, Will and James had a chance to talk with Rose Lucey-Noll, Executive Director of Cambria Transit Authority (Cam Tran). Originally from Ireland, Rose talks about her journey from Ireland to the Johnstown Region. We're excited to share with listeners her incredible story and journey. We hope you enjoy the show!

On this episode of 159 Inclined, Will and James had a chance to speak with Leah Spangler, CEO of the Learning Lamp and Ignite Education Solutions.  We're excited to share Leah's inspirational journey that has led to positively impacting thousands of lives throughout the region.  We hope you enjoy the show!

On this episode of 159 Inclined, Will and James had a chance to sit down with Cambria County Commissioner Scott Hunt.  Scott’s journey is an inspirational one that demonstrates that if you believe in something and work hard at it, you can achieve it.   We hope you enjoy the show and thanks for listening.

This week, Will and James of 159 Inclined had a blast spending some time with Brian Subich.  Although we've had a variety of guests on the show, this is the first time we have had a Major League Eater on the show!  Listeners will get to hear more about his journey as a Major League Eater as well as his lifelong dedication to service in this region.   While currently a Field Representative for U.S. Congressmen Glenn “GT” Thompson, Brian's positivity, pride in Johnstown, and dedication to others is truly inspiring. We hope you enjoy the show!

On this episode of 159 Inclined, Will and I met with Mike Cook and Amy Bradley at the top of the Inclined Plane Trails to catch up on some of the exciting things happening at the Inclined Plane Trails and outdoor recreation in the region.  After catching up, Mike guided us down the Inclined Plane Trails.  It was quite a thrill!  You’ll get to learn some techniques going down the hills by Mike and listen in on some of Will’s crashes (he and his bike are ok!)  For Will and James, it was also a reminder of just how much hard work and perseverance Mike and others put into making the Inclined Plane Trails.  Truly remarkable!  If you haven’t had a chance to check out the trails and are looking for an adventure, make sure to get there this summer!  We hope you enjoy the show!