In this episode of The Four Hundred & Nineteen, Gretchen welcomes Shana Lee, the creative force behind Shana Was Here — a social media and travel influencer whose storytelling blends authenticity, adventure, and community pride.

What started as a mom blog in Atlanta has grown into a platform reaching over 100,000 people every month, highlighting food, travel, arts, and experiences across Toledo and beyond. Shanna shares how she built her brand, why authenticity matters more than ever, and what it means to be a trailblazer in the influencer world — all while keeping it real and rooted right here in the 419.

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In this episode of The Four Hundred & Nineteen, Kevin welcomes Andrew Mancy, General Manager of Stubborn Brother Pizza Bar — home of what Dave Portnoy calls the “#1 college campus pizza in America.”

The crew dives into the century-long legacy of the Mancy family, how Andrew and his sister Grace are carrying that tradition forward in their own way, and what it takes to craft a pizza that earns national attention. From family votes that didn’t go his dad’s way to the Barstool review that put Stubborn Brother on the map, this conversation is equal parts family, food, and Toledo pride.

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On this episode of the Four Hundred Nineteen, Matt welcomes Toledo fashionista, fundraiser and friend, Julia Hage to talk Toledo, Anne Grady Services and to finally put to bed how we pronounce her last name (hint: it rhymes with PAGE).

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Be sure to join us in January when The Four Hundred Nineteen joins WGTE for a daily program online, on air and on TV - EVERY. SINGLE. DAY.

In this episode, Kevin welcome's Rachel Gagnon, President of Cherry Street Mission Ministries, to talk about her journey in nonprofit leadership, Cherry Street’s fight against poverty and homelessness, and innovative programs like their Second Helping food truck. Rachel shares candid insights on housing, community, and what it means to lead with compassion.

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In this episode, we sit down with Matt's guest, Lori Hauser, CEO of Toledo’s beloved Imagination Station. Since taking the helm in 2008, Lori has transformed this hands-on STEM museum into a thriving learning environment that’s fun, collaborative, and inclusive.

We get into her leadership journey, her mythical ex-boyfriend, and why Imagination Station matters—not just as a museum, but as a catalyst for community growth and innovation.

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Back from a brief break from recording, The Four Hundred & Nineteen doesn't miss a beat. On this episode, Gretchen welcomes 2 close friends who are the dynamic duo behind Toledo Share Wine - a new business coming to downtown Toledo.

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He runs an award-winning social media account, but more importantly than that, Gretchen's guest is a true civil servant. Capt. Bobby Chromik joins us to talk about the Lucas County Sherriff's office and how he built one of the most prolific social media accounts in the region.

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It was bound to happen... On this episode of The Four Hundred & Nineteen, both Gretchen and Matt invited the same guest. Luckily, Gretchen took the lead and Rev. Gayle was far too comfortable leading Matt on. Regardless of how she got here, we had a great discussion about life, Toledo, faith and more.

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When our next guest had his own podcast, Kevin was guest #1 (technically 0, because it never released), so naturally Kevin waited until Season 2 to welcome him on. This episode, Kevin welcomes one of his closest friends and favorite elected officials - District 5 City Councilman, Sam Melden to talk family, work, and all things Toledo.

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Gretchen welcomes one of her dearest friends, and not surprisingly he's connected (perhaps even related) to her co-hosts as well.

Phil Skeldon is a true servant leader, a member of a powerhouse Toledo family, and an impassioned advocate for social justice and equity in every sense of the word.

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