No Rain Date

Welcome to Episode 59 of No Rain Date, your weekly local news podcast featuring exclusive interviews with people making a difference in the Lehigh Valley and beyond.

On this episode we’re happy to welcome Hippie Momma Soap Company founder, owner and local goddess of cleanliness Sarah King. Sarah explains how she successfully turned her passion for soap-making into a full-fledged cottage industry, which culminated with a ribbon-cutting for her business in October 2020. Hippie Momma Soap Company is located in Lower Saucon Township and now boasts a product line that in addition to hand-crafted soaps includes scrubs, lotions, bath salts, pillow sprays and much more. Hippie Momma also helps guys clean up with a variety of scents especially suited for men–and Hippie Dad approved! Sarah is currently expanding her knowledge of aromatherapy and she shares information about its remarkable history and healing properties. Hippie Momma’s plans include bringing healing scents to hospice patients and others who will benefit from aromatherapy. As always, Josh has a roundup of all the latest local news in case you missed it during the week.

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Welcome to Episode 58 of No Rain Date, your weekly local news podcast featuring exclusive interviews with people making a difference in the Lehigh Valley and beyond.

On this episode we’re happy to welcome Archivist Kristen Leipert and Pride Programs Manager Ariel Torres of the Bradbury-Sullivan LGBT Community Center to discuss the Stonewall Memories Project. The Stonewall Memories Project is an effort that is currently under way to preserve nearly 50 years of memories and memorabilia associated with the Stonewall, a landmark gay bar and nightclub in Allentown that closed in May. More than a gathering place for Lehigh Valley residents, the Stonewall was a haven during an era when many members of the local LGBTQ community were marginalized and faced both real and perceived discrimination. Kristen and Ariel–who performed at the Stonewall as Elektra Fearce St. James–share some of the stories they are hearing as they work to preserve the memories of club-goers and performers, both for future generations and as part of a planned exhibit. Note: In the interim between our recording of this interview and its upload it was announced that an Allentown nightclub owner has purchased the Stonewall and plans to revive it as an LGBTQ venue. As always, Josh has a roundup of all the latest local news stories.

No Rain Date is conveniently available for listening and download on iTunes, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Stitcher, Deezer, Tunein, Pocket Casts, Google Podcasts and other apps, in addition to Saucon Source. To learn more about the podcast, suggest an interview subject or share feedback, please email

Love No Rain Date? You can help support it by making a voluntary contribution and becoming a Saucon Source member today. Learn more here. And don’t forget to sign up for the Saucon Source newsletter. Enjoy the convenience of having the latest news delivered to your inbox every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, as well as peace of mind from knowing you’ll never miss another headline. Subscribe to our newsletter here.

Welcome to Episode 57 of No Rain Date, your weekly local news podcast featuring exclusive interviews with people making a difference in the Lehigh Valley and beyond.

On this episode we’re happy to welcome Dr. Robert Robinson, Northampton Community College’s inaugural vice president of diversity, equity and inclusion. Dr. Robinson’s background in education begins in his home state of Mississippi, where he faced challenges in receiving an education in his youth. He shares his personal story of overcoming the odds in order to ultimately earn a doctoral degree in instructional leadership from the University of Alabama. In our interview with Dr. Robinson, which begins at 20:57, he also explains how NCC is embracing the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion in ways that will not only enrich and improve the lives of its students, but also benefit all Northampton County residents. As always, Josh has a roundup of all the latest local news stories.

No Rain Date is conveniently available for listening and download on iTunes, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Stitcher, Deezer, Tunein, Pocket Casts, Google Podcasts and other apps, in addition to Saucon Source. To learn more about the podcast, suggest an interview subject or share feedback, please email

Love No Rain Date? You can help support it by making a voluntary contribution and becoming a Saucon Source member today. Learn more here. And don’t forget to sign up for the Saucon Source newsletter. Enjoy the convenience of having the latest news delivered to your inbox every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, as well as peace of mind from knowing you’ll never miss another headline. Subscribe to our newsletter here.

Welcome to Episode 56 of No Rain Date, your weekly local news podcast featuring exclusive interviews with people making a difference in the Lehigh Valley and beyond.

On this episode we’re thrilled to welcome local Realtor® Alison Corradini, of Exp Realty  and Roset Homes. With her partner, veteran general contractor Frederick “Frits” Roset, Alison has developed a unique business model that combines real estate sales with home improvements. Alison’s clients are reaping the rewards of this innovative partnership; particularly homebuyers, who are facing intense competition for new listings thanks to record low levels of housing inventory. Frits, Alison explains, can help make the decision process easier by previewing any home a client wishes to see. With decades of experience renovating homes, Frits can spot anything from structural problems to smaller issues, such as a missing expansion tank for a hot water heater. And, under the Realtor® Code of Ethics, there’s never any obligation to hire him to make repairs if a client ultimately purchases the home. As always, Josh has a roundup of all the latest local news stories.

No Rain Date is conveniently available for listening and download on iTunes, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Stitcher, Deezer, Tunein, Pocket Casts, Google Podcasts and other apps, in addition to Saucon Source. To learn more about the podcast, suggest an interview subject or share feedback, please email

Love No Rain Date? You can help support it by making a voluntary contribution and becoming a Saucon Source member today. Learn more here. And don’t forget to sign up for the Saucon Source newsletter. Enjoy the convenience of having the latest news delivered to your inbox every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, as well as peace of mind from knowing you’ll never miss another headline. Subscribe to our newsletter here.

Welcome to Episode 55 of No Rain Date, your weekly local news podcast featuring exclusive interviews with people making a difference in the Lehigh Valley and beyond.

On this episode we’re pleased to welcome the owners of Bethlehem-based photography and video production company PhoenixFire Media, Chad Clauser and Justin Torok, who are experts at helping local businesses and organizations put their best face forward. Chad and Justin are also the owners of realty-focused HomeSpot Media, and when the coronvirus pandemic began, they explain how they pivoted to serve a broader base of clientele. Our conversation includes a discussion about current trends in visual marketing and ways in which PhoenixFire Media gives back to the Lehigh Valley, such as by completing work pro bono for local nonprofit organizations. They also work closely with companies to improve their web presence, so if you’re someone looking to boost your “wow” factor online, you will want to listen to what they have to say about achieving “picture perfect” results with photos and video. As always, Josh has a roundup of the latest local headlines, including a special recap of local primary election results.

No Rain Date is conveniently available for download on iTunes, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Stitcher, Deezer, Tunein, Pocket Casts, Google Podcasts and other apps, in addition to Saucon Source. To learn more about the podcast, suggest an interview subject or share feedback, please email

Love No Rain Date? You can help support it by making a voluntary contribution and becoming a Saucon Source member today. Learn more here. And don’t forget to sign up for our Saucon Source newsletter. Enjoy the convenience of having the latest news delivered to your inbox every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, as well as peace of mind from knowing you’ll never miss another headline. Subscribe to our newsletter here.