In addition to National Beer Lover's Day, it's also a "What Are The Odds Wednesday" and Barry shares a pretty remarkable story of a chance meeting ... or was it?

On this episode, Barry admits that he tears up pretty easily, like during certain PSAs on TV or movies. He goes on to share something that he witnessed while driving on I-81 that made him cry out loud ...

The Winchester-Frederick County 'Relay for Life' to benefit the American Cancer Society and local services takes place on Saturday, September 10th. Barry's guest on this episode is Theresa Gilbert who shares all the fun things that will occur and invites all cancer survivors to join in on the celebration.

It's a Picnic and Pool Paw-ty (Party) for dogs at the Clearbrook Pool on Saturday, 9/10 from 12:00 to 3:00. Barry's guest on the podcast is Ashley Ferguson with Frederick County Parks and Rec.

The Community Foundation Northern Shenandoah Valley is hosting a "Community Stars Celebration" on 9/11 in a salute to local Firefighters and Emergency Medical Responders.  The Foundation's Director, Nancy Silva, joins Barry on the podcast with all the proud details. 

Today is National 'Eat Outside Day' (why does a simple sandwich taste better outside?), Trail Mix Day and Diatomaceous Earth Day (what is a diatom?). All this and MORE on today's podcast!

Barry's guest is his good friend and former co-worker at WINC Radio, John Bloom. John was the PA announcer for James Wood High School football for over 40 years, and his retirement and service were honored by the school and the community this past Friday night.

On this episode, Barry states the obvious ... that our days are numbered ... as far as enjoying home-grown tomato sandwiches. The vines are beginning to wither, and the time is now to join him for a savory salute to: The Tomato Sandwich!

Today is 'National Dog Day' and Barry shares the story of a neighbor's dog named Poco that he credits with making him a better person. Sit and stay for all the dog fun on the podcast.

Spurred on by two coffee-related news items today, Barry seizes the opportunity to tout the health benefits of instant coffee in an attempt to quiet the criticism he receives from his brewed coffee friends. One of the articles addresses the question of whether it's harmful to have coffee on an empty stomach. Pour yourself a cup and join him on the podcast!