Episode #1 of “Riffin’ with Herschel on The Eric McKenna Project”

I’m joined by Pittsburgh Radio Legend – HERSCHEL! Herschel discusses his move into radio in Pittsburgh in the early 70’s with WYDD, his jaunt to NYC in the mid-Seventies and his triumphant return back to Pittsburgh and WDVE in ’81.

Herschel also discusses WDVE’s 50th Anniversary. Bands and times discussed include, Led Zeppelin, KISS, Rush, The Eagle, Fleetwood Mac, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Donnie Iris, The Clarks, Gravel and many others.

A fast moving and fun discussion with one of Pittsburgh’s most beloved rock radio personalities on Episode #1 of “Riffin’ with Herschel on The Eric McKenna Project”

Eric McKenna with guest Brad Gautney, Founder & President of Global Health Innovations

Friends, pOdcast #21 with guest Brad Gautney, PhD(c), MPH, PNH, Founder & President of Global Health Innovations is Available.

Brad and his team at GHI combats HIV/AIDS in Moms and Babies in Kenya, Tanzania, Nigeria and Malawi.

Wonderful discussion with a man simply driven by his passion to save human lives. It’s 90 minutes of honest, heart-breaking, hopeful and dare I say, at times, fun conversation. Will you join us?

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Friends, pOdcast #20 with guest Scott Blasey is available!

Scott shares some great information on the history of The Clarks, the successes and the challenges of the band as well as Scott’s solo career. A chance to go in-depth with one of Pittsburgh’s most important artists and bands.

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International composer and guitar virtuoso, the legendary Tony MacAlpine joins me at the Boogie Street Studio for pOdcast #19 of the The Eric McKenna Project.

Tony is accompanied by his touring bandmate, the very talented and accomplished guitarist Emil Werstler. Also joining us for the show is Tony’s manager and publicist, the dynamic Josiah Baker.

Exceptional people, great conversation and quite a bit of humor and fun! TonyMacAlpine.com EmilWerstler.com EricMcKenna.com

Eric is joined by the Pittsburgh based charity, Wheels, Wings & Wishes founder, Bryan Benson. An annual car show held each year in the Pittsburgh with the beneficiary being the Make-A-Wish foundation.

Ruff Creek Band’s founder, singer and songwriter Devon Johnson sits down with Eric at the Boogie Street Studio. Devon shares his story into music, his broad musical tastes including the heavy metal singers he admires, how Ruff Creek got it’s name and the ups and downs of over 20 plus years or performing.

Devon also shares his thoughts on the current state of music, the industry and the effect of social media on today’s music artists. And his new song, Aluminum Cans, written by Frank Vieira

With me at the table at the Boogie Street Studio for pOdcast #16 is Pittsburgh based Singer, Songwriter, Entertainer and Country Music Artist Frank Vieira.

Frank shares his story into music, his songwriting process, playing ‘Live’, his views on music streaming and marketing, what he loves about Pittsburgh (maybe minus the Pizza) and actually making his first guitar in high school.

Great conversation and quite a good time. Join us!

Magician, Actor, Comedian & Entertainer Michael Misko joins me at the table in the Boogie Street Studios for a great discussion on pOdcast #15 of the Eric McKenna Project.

Michael discusses his lifelong love of magic and performing, handling hecklers, his journey into theater, his influences who help him hone his craft and much, much more! Michael also performs some magic in-studio!

UFC fighter Adam ‘The Prototype’ Milstead is Eric’s guest on pOdcast #14 of The Eric McKenna Project. Adam resume includes MMA fighter, UFC fighter, Actor and Thirsty Outdoorsman!

Adam’s story is one of overcoming a difficult childhood and having the tenacity to forge ahead to success. Adam discussing his journey into the MMA and ultimately the UFA, his time spent acting as well as his venture ‘The Thirsty Outdoorsman’. Join us!

Abby Abbondanza was at the table with Eric on pOdcast #13 of The Eric McKenna Project. Abby is the singer, songwriter and frontman of THW (The Hillbilly Way) and of course singer, songwriter and frontman of one of Pittsburgh and Southwestern Pa’s most successful acts every, The Povertyneck Hillbillies.

A fun and lively discussion as Abby shares his musical story including much about PNH and THW and everything in between. Including how he got his start in music. Abby discusses how quarterback Ben Roethlisberger of the Pittsburgh Steelers came to be in PNH’s hit video ‘Mr. Right Now’. And how Bob Cobin plays into the picture with Abby and PNH’s development. And ultimately how PNH came to an end and the birth of THW began.

Great guy, great talent and great show!