Community Connections with Dr. Ryan T. Sauers

In this episode of Community Connections with Dr. Ryan T. Sauers, we sit down with Ed Piotrowski, Chief Meteorologist at WPDE ABC 15, and one of the most recognized and trusted voices across the Grand Strand.

Ed shares his journey into meteorology, what sparked his early fascination with weather, and how that passion has grown into a platform that impacts thousands throughout the region. While many know him for forecasting, this conversation goes deeper—highlighting his commitment to community involvement, education, and making a difference beyond the screen.

With more than 200 appearances each year, Ed discusses how he uses his role to serve others, connect with people of all ages, and remain grounded as both a media professional and community leader.

You’ll hear insights on leadership, consistency, giving back, and what it truly means to use your platform to positively impact the lives of others.

⏱ Length: 28 minutes
 🎧 Listen on: Spotify, iHeart, Apple Podcasts & wherever you get your podcasts

👉 Community Connections with Dr. Ryan T. Sauers spotlights business owners, community leaders, and difference-makers across the Southeast and the country—who inspire us all to Keep Pushing Forward (KPF).

🎥 WATCH VIDEO/TV show now → https://youtu.be/vd07l9pc8Ss

Connect with Ed Piotrowski

WPDE: https://wpde.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EdPiotrowskiWPDE

X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/EdPiotrowski

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/EdPiotrowskiWPDE

Connect with Dr. Ryan T. Sauers

Website: https://ryansauers.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryansauers

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryantsauers

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RyanTSauers/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryantsauers

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ryantsauers

Twitter/X: https://x.com/ryansauers

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🎙 Episode 97: Jason Black — From Law Enforcement, to Lawyer,  to Leadership

In this new episode of Community Connections with Dr. Ryan Sauers, we sit down with Jason Black, a respected attorney, community leader, and co-founder of Weinstein & Black, LLC. https://wblegal.net/ 

Jason shares his remarkable journey from a career in law enforcement to becoming a trusted business and family-law attorney, entrepreneur, and civic influencer. He opens up about leadership, purpose, and the value of serving others—both in the courtroom and in the community.

You’ll hear how his experiences shaped a grounded approach to integrity, decision-making, and human connection—and how faith and family keep him centered while running a successful law practice and mentoring others.

⏱ Length: 29 minutes
📅 Release Date: October 30, 2025 @ 7 PM ET
🎧 Listen on: Buzzsprout, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & wherever you get your podcasts

👉 Community Connections with Dr. Ryan Sauers spotlights business owners, community leaders, and difference-makers across the Southeast and the country... who inspire us all to Keep Pushing Forward  (KPF). 

WATCH VIDEO/TV show now-> https://youtu.be/LXi-FwE28O8?si=uzM7g_22aUmA4VOq

#Leadership #Law #CommunityConnections #RyanSauers #JasonBlack #Purpose #Service #KeepPushingForward #podcast #podcasting #newepisode #podcasthost #podcastshow #podcastlife #podcastcommunity #leadershippodcast #entrepreneurpodcast #lawpodcast #legalleadership 

For more information about becoming a guest, please email: [email protected] or connect on social media below.

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ryantsauers

Twitter/X: https://x.com/ryansauers

Dr. Ryan Sauers hosts the Community Connections show. It brings you positive stories and encouraging news from top leaders and great human beings in various sectors of communities nationwide, along with super insights and timely discussions.

Listen to episode 96 of the Community Connections Podcast, featuring exceptional guest Jennifer Greene, owner, of two super restaurants: Jenovelle Cafe and Blue Ribbon Grill. This episode is encouraging and insightful, sharing life and community lessons and wisdom from all sectors from Jennifer that we can all be inspired by and learn from.

 *****Also, you can watch the TV/video show of this at-> https://youtu.be/jhNZm2j4rio?feature=shared

***For more info on Jennifer and both restaurants, visit -> https://www.blueribbongrill.com/ OR https://www.jenovelle.com/

For more information about future show guests or sponsorship opportunities, please get in touch with [email protected]

Dr. Ryan Sauers hosts the Community Connections show. It brings you positive stories and encouraging news from top leaders and great human beings in various sectors of communities nationwide, along with super insights and timely discussions.

Listen to episode 95 of the Community Connections Podcast, featuring exceptional guest Gwinnett County Commissioner Jasper Watkins III. This episode is encouraging and insightful, sharing life and community lessons.. as well as wisdom from all sectors...from Jasper that we can all be inspired by and learn from.

He is also an outstanding businessperson, leader, husband, and father.

 *****Also, you can watch the TV/video show of this at-> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HYXd9G2kMm4&feature=youtu.be

***For more info on Commissioner Jasper Watkins visit -> https://www.watkins3for3.com/

For more information about future show guests or sponsorship opportunities, please contact [email protected]

Dr. Ryan Sauers hosts the Community Connections show. It brings you positive stories and encouraging news from top leaders and great human beings in various sectors of communities nationwide, along with super insights and timely discussions.

Listen to episode 94 of the Community Connections Podcast, featuring exceptional guest CEO Marques Ogden (former NFL player). This episode is encouraging and insightful, sharing life and business lessons from Marques that we can all be inspired by and learn from.

He is also an outstanding businessperson, leader, and father. He encourages and motivates so many people in coaching and speaking.

 *****Also, you can watch the TV/video show of this at-> https://youtu.be/SmoPast89X8?feature=shared

***For more info on Marques Ogden visit -> https://marquesogden.com/
https://www.instagram.com/marquesogden

For more information about future show guests or sponsorship opportunities, please contact [email protected]

Dr. Ryan Sauers hosts the Community Connections show. It brings you positive stories and encouraging news from top leaders in various sectors of communities nationwide, along with super insights and timely discussions.

Listen to episode 93 of the Community Connections Podcast, featuring special guest CEO Gyner Ozgul. This episode is encouraging and insightful, sharing life and business lessons from Gyner that we can all be inspired by and learn from.

He is also an outstanding businessperson, husband, and father, and he encourages and leads his companies with a focus on great leadership. 

 *****Also, you can watch the TV/video show of this at-> https://youtu.be/T8gPk_aWqr4?feature=shared

***For more info on Gyner Ozgul visit -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/gynerozgul/   or... https://raftrxroofing.com/exec-bios/

For more information about future show guests or sponsorship opportunities, please contact [email protected]

Dr. Ryan Sauers hosts the Community Connections show. It brings you positive stories and encouraging news from top leaders in various sectors of communities nationwide, along with super insights and timely discussions.

Listen to this super episode 92 of the Community Connections Podcast show with special guest Dr. Dar. Mayweather. This episode is encouraging and insightful and shares life and business lessons from Dr. Mayweather that we can all learn from.

He is also an outstanding community leader, husband, father, and man of faith, in addition to teaching and speaking about leadership.   *****Also, you can watch the TV/video show of this at-> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZUW_VyzHHP8

***For more info on Dr. Mayweather visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/doingthegoodwork/
OR
https://uncw.edu/academics/colleges/wce/academic-programs/departments-offices/ed-leadership/faculty-staff#mayweather

For more information about future show guests or sponsorship opportunities, please contact: [email protected]

Dr. Ryan Sauers hosts the Community Connections show. It brings you positive stories and encouraging news from top leaders in various sectors of communities all over the country, along with super insights and timely discussions.

Listen to this super episode 91 of the Community Connections Podcast show with special guest Dr. Michael Benson, President of Coastal Carolina University. This episode is encouraging and insightful and shares life and business lessons from Dr. Benson that we can all learn from. He is also an outstanding community leader, husband, father, and author, in addition to teaching history.   *****Also, you can watch the TV/video show of this at-> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZUW_VyzHHP8

**For more info on Dr. Benson, visit https://www.coastal.edu/president/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeltbenson1/
Twitter (now X): https://x.com/michaeltbenson

For more information about future show guests or sponsorship opportunities please contact: [email protected]

Listen to this super episode 90 of the Community Connections Podcast show with host Ryan Sauers interviewing the amazing Raymond Wendell Little, co-founder and VP of Perimeter Roofing. This episode is encouraging and insightful and shares life and business lessons from Raymond that we can all learn from. For more info on Raymond, connect on FB: https://www.facebook.com/raymond.little.520  or visit www.PerimeterRoofing.com for more! *****Also, you can watch the TV/video show of this at-> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VbJNtkXULh0&list=PLsfwZd6KFfE6eZdzEDiY8cHmqaYh_vdHn

Dr. Ryan T. Sauers hosts the Community Connections show. It features positive stories and encouraging news from top leaders in various sectors of communities nationwide, along with super insights and timely discussions.

**Enjoy this epishow to hear great insights and wisdom from our special guest, Rob Cole of Rob Cole Music:

Rob Cole is a singer and songwriter based in Pembroke, North Carolina. Listen to this show wherever you get your podcasts, OR watch this Community Connections TV show-> https://youtu.be/Q7NrpiIQ4sg?feature=shared Rob even played a little of his new song in this live episode—it was live, so he did it with no prep.

Rob Cole, who recently appeared on The Voice, is a singer and songwriter with a unique style that spans from Southern rock to Country. His music is a reflection of his life and love, and his greatest focus is to create an authentic sound through his songs. This authenticity is what makes his music so relatable and heartfelt, connecting with listeners on a deeper level.

Rob's family—his wife, Chelsey, and their three children (Harmony, Xander, and Amia)—are his greatest treasures outside of Jesus. His deep-rooted family values are reflected in his music, making it relatable and heartfelt.

For booking or more information and upcoming shows about Rob (his band) and all his social media handles, visit www.linktr.ee/robcolemusic

For more information on this or future shows, contact: [email protected]