Feedback with Dan Holzman

Today on FEEDBACK, we discuss the heated exchanges between Vice President J.D. Vance and Sen. Ted Cruz, allegations involving a teenage wrestler in Washington state, and Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito’s concerns about intimidation facing the court. We also cover the latest from Christa Pike following last week’s execution, the rising cost of Disney World tickets, Congress’ efforts to lower the cost of producing nickels, declining shingles rates, and the continued closure of Hooters restaurants. In hour two, callers weigh in on the Cornell 7 lawsuit, the anniversary of the Oct. 7 attacks in Israel, media coverage of President Trump, the Washington wrestling controversy, Christa Pike’s case, Disney prices, and the ongoing measles situation.

Today on FEEDBACK, we revisit the controversy surrounding the Portland Trail Blazers firing a newly hired play-by-play announcer over social media posts he made as a teenager, President Trump’s proposal for a training center for U.S. military forces, and the ongoing debate over daylight saving time. Ron Paplosky of Paplosky’s Auto Service & Collision Repair also joins us, while we discuss new research linking processed meat consumption to dementia risk, Trump’s announcement of checks aimed at helping with medical costs, pet allergies, and the death of televangelist Jim Bakker. In hour two, callers weigh in on the Trail Blazers controversy, Pennsylvania energy policy, juvenile crime and social media, skill games, artificial intelligence, and the Cornell 7 case, while we also discuss Iran reportedly recruiting informants abroad, Trump’s comments about Iran and U.S. cities, Karoline Leavitt joining Fox News as an on-air contributor, and Hersheypark’s plans to close the iconic SooperDooperLooper in 2027.

Today on FEEDBACK, we discuss New York reopening the so-called “Cornell 7” case involving former Cornell students and the alleged rape of a fellow student, President Trump’s release of Sen. Tom Cotton’s personal cellphone number, and a death-row inmate in Arizona who threw out an AI-generated video from a victim’s family during sentencing. We also cover Tennessee’s review of last week’s execution, growing concerns about how smartphones affect eyesight, and the Portland Trail Blazers firing a newly hired play-by-play announcer over social media posts he made as a teenager. In hour two, callers weigh in on the Trail Blazers controversy, Trump’s decision to share Cotton’s number, artificial intelligence and its impact on society, and the growing trend of bars and restaurants treating cellphones like cigarettes, while we also discuss a massive recall involving Pennsylvania-made BrickHaus tuna.

In the first hour of today's edition of Feedback, Dan was joined by Professor Dr. Tim Blessing to discuss how colleges are making it easier on new students, and in the second hour Dan was joined by Jessica Walb from Perfetto Insurance to discuss about the Medicare enrollment period!

Today on FEEDBACK, we cover the latest on a chaotic FlyDubai flight, a Tennessee execution that did not go as planned, and Pennsylvania’s debate over opening primary elections to independent voters. We also discuss new research involving heavy drinking and health, an unusual airline passenger story, California’s response to the federal government’s new “Super Intelligence” terminology, and a few lighter topics—including Hershey’s new Harry Potter-inspired treats. In hour two, callers weigh in on youth uprisings, open primaries, artificial intelligence, a major Amazon and Constellation Energy agreement in Maryland, and the latest arguments from Lindsay Clancy’s attorney, before we wrap up with controversy involving the Eiffel Tower and an unusual incident aboard a flight out of Taiwan.

Today on FEEDBACK, we discuss Seattle’s upcoming minimum wage increase, President Trump’s executive order involving artificial intelligence, his latest comments about Canada, and the growing push in some Canadian provinces to make daylight saving time permanent. Patricia Seaman, administrator of the Berks County Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Department, also joins us to recognize Suicide Prevention Month, while callers weigh in on the White House meeting with major tech companies and other topics. In hour two, Mike Hoffmaster and Jackie Grauert of Gethsemane Cemetery join us to discuss the ins and outs of operating a cemetery, funeral pre-planning, green burials, and more while answering questions from listeners throughout the hour.

Today on FEEDBACK, we are LIVE at the Berks Encore Senior Expo with Mindy McIntosh of Berks Encore and Victoria Freifis of Comfort Keepers. We’re also joined by Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Daniel Lodge and physician assistant Mason Miller, along with Katie Catchmark, deputy director of the Berks County Area Agency on Aging. In hour two, Berks Encore Health & Wellness Director Kathy Roberts, Redner’s Director of Marketing Eric White, and Berks Encore Vice President of Community Outreach Rita Phillips join us to discuss health, wellness, community resources, and the organizations and services supporting older adults throughout Berks County.

Today on FEEDBACK, we discuss Governor Josh Shapiro’s changing approach to data center development in Pennsylvania, Senator John Fetterman’s continued disagreements with members of his own party, and controversies involving a Philadelphia teacher, a Michigan credit union executive, and a New York City kitten rescue. Callers also weigh in on data centers, political divisions, presidential authority, animal cruelty, and the uprooting or removal of statues of historical figures. In hour two, we continue the debate over data centers and Shapiro’s policies, revisit several examples of “Trump Derangement Syndrome,” and discuss the Michigan credit union controversy, before wrapping up with more on Fetterman’s relationship with fellow Democrats and listener reactions to the day’s topics. 

Today on FEEDBACK, Alvernia University Political History Professor Dr. Tim Blessing joins us to break down speeches at the United Nations, President Trump’s reported decision to overturn bans on three political outlets, and the U.S. agreement involving Denmark and Greenland. Dr. Blessing also takes listener questions about presidential sleep habits, the physical demands of the presidency, and approval ratings. In hour two, Berks County Commissioner Christian Leinbach joins us to discuss local data centers, a proposed Berks County dam or reservoir, plans for Route 422, and questions surrounding water rights. He also reminds listeners of important upcoming election dates and answers additional questions from callers about proposed data center developments in Berks County.

Today on FEEDBACK, Mindy McIntosh, Becky Swales, and Cody Johnson of Berks Encore join us to preview next Tuesday’s Senior Expo and share what attendees can expect. We also discuss the latest developments in President Trump’s dispute with the media, Argentina’s president addressing the United Nations, and a family’s struggle to bring their son home following his death at a hospital in Washington. In hour two, Lisa Ashcroft, Jennifer Ashey, and Jim Jacobson of Girard join us to discuss charitable giving, common mistakes in charitable planning, donor-advised funds, and ways to make your contributions more effective, while answering questions from listeners.