Feedback with Dan Holzman

Today on FEEDBACK WEEU we talked about the importance of memory keepers and nostalgia.  We shared how memories are made and most of the time the memory isn’t about the specific act, but about what that act means.   In our second hour we spoke to the Community Advocate, Radarra McLendon who is known in Reading as the “Neighbor Auntie”.  Radarra is (outside of her full-time job) filling a need, helping the youth in Reading, one kid, one neighborhood as a time.  People doing work that matters.

In this edition of FEEDBACK WEEU our first hour is spent with Bill Van Sant, Executive Vice President and Managing Director of Girard, a Univest Wealth Division and Lisa Ashcroft, Vice President and Wealth Trust Advisor of Girard, a Univest Wealth Division.  Bill and Lisa share valuable information and experience about how we can manage our finances, set budgets, update our financial documents and so much more.  Our second hour is a conversation about Connectors and Community Advocates asking the question “what do you think our community needs?”   We have so many people in our community and beyond who see the needs and connect the needs to resources so people can thrive!

On FEEDBACK today with talked about “overcomers”. Big and small ways that we have overcome and learned from the challenges we faced so we can move forward!  Toni Reece and Sam Bremekamp shared personal stories of their embarrassing moments, public falls and much more - we even got Sean Tansky to join the fun.  In the second hour we are joined by Marc Goldstein, Founder of Blankets of Hope.  Marc shares the history of this organization, its mission, the stories and what keeps him motivated.  He also talks all things CHILI!  Listen to this episode to find out more!

In the first hour of feedback Toni Reece shares her vision for the new FEEDBACK show and shares stories about “doers” in our community.  The second hour of FEEDBACK welcomes Ryan Breisch, Executive Director of the Literacy Council of Berks County.  Ryan shares many important examples of how literacy changes lives and communities.  Important conversations!

Beetlejuice Jr. is in the house!  Reading Civic Theater’s production of Beetlejuice, Jr. is spotlight today on FEEDBACK WEEU.  Logan Allen (Beetlejuice); Daria Orphanos (Lydia) and Samantha Grinage (Director) join Toni Reece to talk about the show, the experience and why community theater is so important!

In this episode of FEEDBACK WEEU we talk to Council on Chemical Abuse’s (COCA) Yvonne Strohman (Community Programs Specialist), Cindy Quinter, Executive Director of National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) Berks, and Vito Granieri, Office and Program Manager, NAMI, Berks.  This is an important conversation focusing on the post-holiday blues and self-care.  Discussions regarding signs and symptoms, resources and hope are front and center.

In this episode of FEEDBACK WEEU we talk to Commissioner Christian Leinbach, Chairman of the Berks County Board of Commissioners.  Commissioner Leinbach give us an update on this short term and long-term goals for 2026 including Succession Planning, Fiscal Responsibility, AI Strategy the County Departments, and ICE in Berks County.  Commissioner Leinbach also gives us an introduction into all the events being planned for America 250 PA!

In this episode of Tooth Talk with Dr. Eric Angstadt of Angstadt Family Dental on FEEDBACK WEEU, we talk about turning your winter blues into a beautiful smile! 

On this episode of Feedback with Toni Reece we are special guest Jose Martinez, Emmy Award Winning News Reporter and Author. He is the anchor for 69 News in both English and Spanish that center around voices and local impact. In 2025, he published his debut book, "Your English is Great, But..." celebrating bilingualism, calling out microaggressions, and uplifts the beauty embracing who you are-accent, culture, and all.

On this episode of Feedback with Toni Reece we learn from two of our integral members of WEEU. First we met with Maggie May Krall, Social Media Manager and Sports Videographer. Maggie shares with our listeners what it is like to wear multiple hats at a local radio station, keeping up with social media trends, filming live sporting events, and handling the station's graphic design too! She does it all. Our second guest Sean Tanski who is currently working the board while Toni gets acclimated to the new role as host of Feedback, but beyond that Sean is an active member of our Sports Team here at WEEU. Sean is a jack of all trades here at WEEU. Plus Toni shares interesting oddities about the history of Berks and more! Did you know that whales were brought into Taverns for entertainment here in the 1800's? Just saying!

On this episode of Feedback with Toni Reece, Producer Sam joins Toni for a rapid fire questions round to help listeners get to know the new dream team better. The second hour guest is Heather Adams, Executive Director of BCTV. Heather shares the 50 Year Anniversary Legacy with our listeners as well as how leading BCTV has impacted her personally! Thank you for listening.

Listen to the brand new Feedback with Toni Reece. Two powerful stories showcased: First up the American Cancer Society wih Victoria Piscitelli, Chair and Linda Capellupo, Accountant of Relay for Life Berks. Victoria and Linda talk about two upcoming events but also share their meaningful stories of inspiration behind the important work that they do. In our Second hour Dr. Tara Simmons owner and founder of All Abilities Fitness Center joins us. Her center works with children, teens, and young adults with diverse needs. Tara shares what keeps her motivated, how joy is her North Star as well as gratitude. Tara gives new meaning to "All Abilities"