Perrysburg Podcast

I'm teaching two classes at the 577 Foundation in September 2025.

1. Podcasting 101 is Thursday, Sept 4, 2025, 6-8 PM. Cost is $25/participant.
2. Audio Engineering 101 for Podcasters is Thurs, Sept 11, 2025, 6-8 PM. $25/participant.

Read the FULL show notes on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/108

Podcasting 101 is a beginner-friendly class. No previous experience is needed. I will compare a podcast to a recipe and talk about 12 key ingredients. I'll also go over the answers to frequently-asked questions, like "How does a podcast episode get into podcast apps?"

Audio engineering can be the hardest part of podcasting. A gentle introduction to the topic could reduce frustration and help you get up and running faster. There's more to audio engineering than pressing "record" and "stop." Making an MP3 file is the goal. Find out more in my Audio Engineering 101 for Podcasters class. I use the, "See one, do one, teach one" method.

Links from this episode

• Podcasting 101 Registration link 👉 https://577foundation.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=3752
• Audio Engineering 101 for Podcasters Registration link 👉 https://577foundation.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=3753
• 577 Foundation is located at 577 E. Front St. Perrysburg, OH. https://577foundation.org/
• YouTube video about audio engineering
• Sign up for the weekly newsletter on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com
• Follow the podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@perrysburgpodcast
• Email the host: [email protected]

Thank you for listening to Episode 108 of The Perrysburg Podcast. If you're interested in Podcasting 101 or Audio Engineering 101 for Podcasters at the 577 Foundation, sign up today! I'll see you in class!

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The Faith Community Leader Series continues today with two leaders from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (11050 Avenue Rd. Perrysburg, OH). Bishop Neil Baird and Youth Leader Quinten Dworczyk introduce themselves first. Then, we talk about mission trips, what The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints offers as a church home, and much more.

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Links and info from this episode

• The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is located at 11050 Avenue Rd. Perrysburg, OH 43551
• National website www.churchofjesuschrist.org
• Perrysburg website https://local.churchofjesuschrist.org/en/us/oh/perrysburg/11050-avenue-road
• Facebook Page for Friends of the Church of Jesus Christ in NW Ohio https://www.facebook.com/friendsofthechurchofjesuschristinnwohio?rdid=5qhbq61YWxhl9jt1&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F16z7zcp9Ef%2F
• Facebook Page for the Toledo, OH Stake https://www.facebook.com/groups/1518122085420726/?rdid=npEykEJzJ5m0tGE0&share_url=https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1LEpijq3XA/
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Faith Community Leader Series

Episode 34: Interview with Pastor Mark Wentz (Lutheran Church of the Master)

Episode 40: Interview with Pastor Dan Gildner (Grace Church Perrysburg)

Episode 62: Interview with Pastor Melanie Forrey (Zoar Lutheran Church)

Episode 79 Interview with Father Matt Wahlgren (St. Tim's Episcopal Church)

Episode 86: Interview with Amichai Stout (Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo)

Church description (July 2025)

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is a Christian denomination founded in 1830 by Joseph Smith. It distinguishes itself through its belief in additional scripture beyond the Bible, primarily the Book of Mormon, which members consider another testament of Jesus Christ. The church teaches continuing revelation through modern prophets and apostles. Other distinctive doctrines include temple ordinances for the living and deceased, eternal families, and a unique understanding of the Godhead as three separate beings united in purpose. The church emphasizes personal revelation, missionary work, and genealogical research, with members following a health code called the Word of Wisdom and practicing tithing.

About Bishop Neil Baird (July 2025)

Neil Baird has served as bishop of the Perrysburg Ward since July 2021. He's a professor of English at Bowling Green State University, where he researches professional writing and directs the University Writing Program. His wife Melanie, married 27 years, works with neurodivergent youth at Perrysburg Junior High School. Their three children include Sean, who served a mission in Suriname and studies physics at BYU; Piper, studying recreation and tourism administration at BYU-Idaho; and ninth-grader Liam. When not fulfilling his pastoral duties or teaching responsibilities, Neil enjoys cycling, kayaking, and board games with his family.

About Quinten Dworczyk (July 2025)

Quinten Dworczyk is the youngest of four and currently the only one living at home. Heading into his senior year, he is excited for his last steps at the high school, including playing percussion in band and running sprints in track and field. When not studying, Quinten loves playing games of any sort, with card games and sports being his favorite. Quinten has served in various youth leadership callings since 2021, and is excited for the opportunity to serve a 2 year mission after graduation

Steve Bronder is the Income Tax Commissioner for the City of Perrysburg. In this episode, Steve discusses his role and how the City's Income Tax Division helps Perrysburg residents. He also gives insights into the four tax jurisdictions that affect City of Perrysburg residents (Federal, state, school district, and municipal income taxes), the City's income tax rate, some of the services our income tax dollars fund, and more.

Links from this episode

• Income Tax Division website https://www.perrysburgoh.gov/184/Income-Tax
• Income Tax Division phone number 419-872-8035
• Income Tax Division email at [email protected]
• Ohio Tax Finder Website https://tax.ohio.gov/help-center/the-finder/the-finder
• Wood County Auditor's Website https://auditor.co.wood.oh.us/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Tax-Rates-District-Order-19pay20.pdf
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Lt. Brenton Duran from the City of Perrysburg Police Division talks about the 9 PM Routine in this episode. Make the 9 PM Routine a daily habit. Every night at 9 PM, take your valuables out of your car, lock your car, lock your home, close your garage door (if you have one), lock your windows, arm your security system, and leave an outside light on. Crime prevention doesn't have to be complicated. You just need a routine.

Why talk about the 9 PM Routine in July? According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, July is National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month. This episode was published on July 25, 2025. Perfect timing!

We also talk about the city's non-emergency number, toilet paper pranksters, and more in this episode.

Links from this episode

• Perrysburg Police Division non-emergency number: (419)-872-8001
• Call 9-1-1 for emergencies
• Perrysburg Police Division on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/perrysburgpolicedivision
• #9PMRoutine link on FB https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AiWGaGFJk/
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• Follow the podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@perrysburgpodcast
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This is the 4th and final part of my Summer Reading Series. The goals of the series are to encourage you to read this summer or inspire you to write your first book.

The FULL show notes are on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/104

Part One was my interview with Alisha and Tracy at Way Public Library about their summer reading programs. https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/100

Part Two was my interview with Perrysburg resident and author Bill Williams about his first book, 20 Years of Internet Humor and Other Interesting Things: Volume One. He also shared advice and inspiration for first-time authors. https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/101

Part Three was my interview with Denise Phillips from Gathering Volumes Bookstore. We talked about why she opened the store and everything it offers. https://www.perrysburgpocast.com/103

The Summer Reading Series wraps up today with Part Four. Perrysburg resident and author Gary L. Franks talks about his books, the research needed to write them, his co-authors, advice for first-time authors, and more.

Thank you for listening to the series!

Gary's books can be found at http://engineer9.com/HOME/Books/bookindex.html. The titles are below:

1. Perrysburg Then and Now
2. Bridges at the Foot of the Rapids
3. The Preservation of Fort Meigs and Its Burial Grounds
4. The Maumee & Western Reserve Road: Its History and a Survey of Its Milestones
5. The Founding and Survey of Perrysburg, OH
6. Perrysburg's Hydraulic Canal
7. Toledo's Forest Cemetery

Gary is discerning whether he will move forward with his 8th and 9th books or not. The proposed titles are Orleans of the North and Toledo's Forest Cemetery: Volume 2.

Gary mentioned a book about Woodlawn Cemetery during our conversation. The title is Toledo's Woodlawn Cemetery (Images of America) by Rebecca Deck Visser and Renee Ciminillo Jayne. It's available in Hardcover, Paperback, and Kindle book. https://www.amazon.com/Toledos-Woodlawn-Cemetery-Images-America/dp/146711295X

6 Pearls of wisdom I found during our conversation. I elaborate on each point in the last 5 minutes of the episode.

1. You don't have to be an author by trade to write a book.
2. Gary filled a (local history) gap with his books.
3. Gary self-published his books.
4. You don't have to write your book alone.
5. Price your book to sell, and sell your books where there is traffic (local events and the internet).
6. Be persistent.

Links from this episode

• Website for Gary L. Franks http://engineer9.com/HOME/Books/bookindex.html
• Email Gary L. Franks [email protected]
• Toledo's Woodlawn Cemetery (Images of America) by Rebecca Deck Visser and Renee Ciminillo Jayne https://www.amazon.com/Toledos-Woodlawn-Cemetery-Images-America/dp/146711295X
• Instant Publisher (Collierville, Tennessee) https://instantpublisher.com
• Sign up for the weekly newsletter on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com
• Follow the podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@perrysburgpodcast
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This is Part 3 in my 4-part Summer Reading Series. The goals are to either encourage you to read or inspire you to write your first book.

Part One was my interview with Alisha and Tracy at Way Public Library about their summer reading programs. https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/100

Part Two was my interview with Perrysburg resident Bill Williams about his first book, 20 Years of Internet Humor and Other Interesting Things: Volume One. He also shared advice and inspiration for first-time authors. https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/101

Part Three is my interview with Denise Phillips. She owns and operates Gathering Volumes Bookstore, an independent bookstore located in Perrysburg. 🎉 Denise shares her inspiration to open an indie bookstore, talks about the layout of the store, and discusses book fairs for children and adults, events, book clubs, her staff, the store's website, newsletter, and social media pages, what's next for Gathering Volumes, and more.

This Summer Reading Series wraps up next week with Part 4. July 18 is my interview with Perrysburg resident and author, Gary Franks. Gary will talk about his books, the research needed to put his books together, his co-authors, advice for first-time authors, and more.

Enjoy your summer! Thank you for listening to The Perrysburg Podcast.

Gathering Volumes Bookstore

196 E. South Boundary St.

Perrysburg, OH 43551

567-336-6188 [email protected]

Links from this episode

• Website - Gathering Volumes Bookstore https://www.gatheringvolumes.com/
• Facebook - Gathering Volumes https://www.facebook.com/gatheringvolumes/
• Instagram - Gathering Volumes https://www.instagram.com/gatheringvolumes
• Summer Reading Series Part 1 of 4 https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/100
• Summer Reading Series Part 2 of 4 https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/101
• Way Public Library's website https://waylibrary.info/
• 20 Years of Internet Humor and Other Interesting Things: Volume One by Bill Williams
• Gary Franks, author - link to books at Way Public Library: https://ohio.ent.sirsi.net/client/en_US/way/search/results?qu=Gary+Franks&te=ILS
• Weekly newsletter sign-up for The Perrysburg Podcast https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com
• Follow the podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@perrysburgpodcast
• Email the host: [email protected]

The Perrysburg Podcast is a resource for Perrysburg residents. We talk about what's in Perrysburg and why people like to live here. The FULL show notes are on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/102

This is my 2-year podcast anniversary show. On July 2, 2023, I launched The Perrysburg Podcast. When I started it, I put a three-year expiration date on it. Today marks the beginning of the 3rd (and final) year of the podcast.

This episode covers 5 topics:

1. Gratitude
2. Stats
3. What's coming up in year three
4. What happens when the podcast ends
5. Lessons learned

Links from this episode

• Don Baarns, audio engineering mentor https://redbaarnsaudio.com/
• Dave Jackson (School of Podcasting) Podcasting Coach https://schoolofpodcasting.com/
• The Pharmacist's Voice Podcast https://www.thepharmacistsvoice.com/podcast
• LinkedIn Profile for Kim Newlove https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimnewlove/
• Marie Dunn, Public Information Officer https://www.linkedin.com/in/marieadunn/
• Sign up for the newsletter on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com
• Guest Application Form 👉 https://bit.ly/4hyhOxF
• YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@perrysburgpodcast
• Episode 76 of The Perrysburg Podcast: Vision Board for 2025 perrysburgpodcast.com/76
• Welch Publishing + Perrysburg Messenger Journal Newspaper https://www.perrysburg.com/
• Email the host: [email protected]

Thank you for listening to episode 102 of The Perrysburg Podcast!

This is part two of my 2025 Summer Reading Series.

• In Part One, Tracy and Alisha from Way Public Library talked about the library's Summer Reading Programs. Click to listen: https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/100.
• Part Two is today. Bill Williams talks about his book 20 Years of Internet Humor and Other Interesting Things: Volume One and also gives advice for aspiring authors.
• We'll take a break from the Series for The Perrysburg Podcast's 2 Year Anniversary Show on July 4. I'll talk about stats, lessons learned, what's next, and more.
• The series starts back up on July 11th with Part Three. It's is my interview with Denise Phillips from Gathering Volumes Bookstore, an independent bookstore here in Perrysburg.
• The Fourth and final part of the series comes out on Friday, July 18. It's my interview with Local Author, Gary Franks. Local history is his area of expertise. As with Bill Williams (Part Two of the Series), Gary also gives advice for first-time authors.

Read the FULL show notes on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/101

Share this episode with someone who might like to learn about Bill's book or follow my Summer Reading Series. Thank you for listening today!

Bio - W.G. (Bill) Williams (June 2025)

Bill started his career in West Texas Working his way through Texas Tech as a photographer and writer for the local newspaper and working in the campus radio and television stations while getting a BA and MA in broadcasting and journalism.

After graduating, he went to the University of Texas at Austin as director of both a four-city instructional television network and the university's four channel instructional television system. While there, he also taught graduate level TV courses and worked on a doctorate in mass communications.

From Austin Bill moved to Ohio, where he accepted a position at Bowling Green State University's new television station to become their director of instructional television and special projects.

When then moved to Washington DC where he started his own communications consulting firm. His clients included trade, associations, corporations, and many government agencies, including the Army and Navy, the Postal Service, the Departments of Transportation and Housing and Urban Development, the White House, and the Secret Service. He was also asked to take a one-year contract as FEMA's first Director of News and Information when that agency was first created. Some of the many events he was involved with included Three Mile Island, Mt St Helens, and the Cuban Refugee Boatlift. While in Washington, he was elected national president of the Independent Media Producers Association, and as a registered lobbyist, helped get several laws past to help independent producers.

In addition to his professional work, while in Washington, Bill was asked to take a part-time position at the University of Maryland teaching Advanced Television News Production.

After 20 years in Washington, Bill decided to change careers and move back to Ohio as a registered investment advisor to give his two young daughters the chance to grow up around friends and relatives… A chance that he never had growing up in a military family, and moving often enough for him to have attended 14 different schools before graduating.

Now, he's publishing a series of books entitled 20 years of Internet Humor… and Some Other Interesting Things based upon decades of sending out a "Thought Tor the Day" through the Internet.

[END BIO]

Links from this episode

• 20 Years of Internet Humor and Other Interesting Things: Volume One by Bill Williams
• Visit Bill's website: https://www.internet-humor.com/
• Sign up for Bill's email list: https://www.internet-humor.com/contact-us
• Get in touch with Bill (419)-351-6543, [email protected]
• Fulton Books (Bill's Publisher) https://fultonbooks.com/
• Way Public Library's website https://waylibrary.info/
• Gathering Volumes Bookstore (Perrysburg, OH) https://www.gatheringvolumes.com/
• Gary Franks, author - link to books at Way Public Library: https://ohio.ent.sirsi.net/client/en_US/way/search/results?qu=Gary+Franks&te=ILS
• Sign up for the weekly newsletter on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com
• Follow the podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@perrysburgpodcast
• Email the host: [email protected]

This episode kicks off a 4-part Summer Reading Series.

• Today is part one. We're talking about Way Public Library's Summer Reading Programs with Tracy and Alisha.
• Part two will be on Friday, June 27. It's my interview with Local Author Bill Williams. Join us as we discuss his book, 20 Years of Internet Humor and Other Interesting Things: Volume One. Plus, he gives advice for 1st-time authors who want to publish a book.
• We'll take a break from the series on July 4th for The Perrysburg Podcast's 2 Year Anniversary Show. I'll talk about stats, lessons learned, what's next, and more.
• The series starts back up on July 11th with Part three. It's is my interview with Denise Phillips, who owns Gathering Volumes Bookstore, an independent bookstore here in Perrysburg.
• The Fourth and final part of the series comes out on Friday, July 18. It's my interview with Local Author, Gary Franks. Local history is his area of expertise. As with Bill Williams (Part Two of the Series), Gary also gives advice for 1st-time authors.

Thank you to everyone who made this series possible!

Read the FULL show notes on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/100

Share this episode with someone who might like to learn about Summer Reading Programs in Perrysburg or follow my Summer Reading Series. Thank you for listening today!

Links from this episode

• Way Public Library's website https://waylibrary.info/
• Gathering Volumes Bookstore (Perrysburg, OH) https://www.gatheringvolumes.com/
• Spy School Series by Stuart Gibbs https://ohio.ent.sirsi.net/client/en_US/way/search/results?qu=Stuart+Gibbs&te=ILS
• 20 Years of Internet Humor and Other Interesting Things: Volume One by Bill Williams
• Gary Franks, author - link to books at Way Public Library: https://ohio.ent.sirsi.net/client/en_US/way/search/results?qu=Gary+Franks&te=ILS
• Sign up for the weekly newsletter on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com
• Follow the podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@perrysburgpodcast
• Email the host: [email protected]

We're talking about first jobs for teenagers in Perrysburg today. People of all ages listen to this podcast, but I wrote my outline with teenagers in mind. Whether you're a teen, a parent, or another listener, you'll get something out of this episode.

This episode has 6 parts:

• Part One is a recap of some of the jobs either I or someone in my family had as a teenager.
• Part Two is an introduction to the OhioMeansJobs Readiness Seal.
• Part Three is 10 places to look for jobs.
• Part Four is a list of indoor jobs for Perrysburg teens
• Part Five is a list of outdoor jobs for Perrysburg teens
• Part Six is a list of jobs that may be indoor or outdoor for Perrysburg teens.

Links from this episode

• Ohio Child Labor Law https://com.ohio.gov/wps/wcm/connect/gov/18bfaedd-46b3-48c5-ac1e-7dce53a8766f/laws+MLL+Poster.pdf?MOD=AJPERES&CONVERT_TO=url&CACHEID=ROOTWORKSPACE.Z18_K9I401S01H7F40QBNJU3SO1F56-18bfaedd-46b3-48c5-ac1e-7dce53a8766f-nSnNLj0
• OhioMeansJobs Readiness Seal online https://education.ohio.gov
• WoodLane Provider Relations Department https://www.woodcountydd.org/provider#HOWTOBECOMEADIRECTSUPPORTPROFESSIONAL
• OOD https://ood.ohio.gov/
• The Perrysburg Podcast Episode 91 with Charles Brigode www.perrysburgpodcast.com/91
• PENTA Career Center https://www.pentacareercenter.org/
• Perrysburg, OH Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1690231947897933
• Sign up for the weekly newsletter on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com
• Follow the podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@perrysburgpodcast
• Email the host: [email protected]

Have you ever thought about being a guest on The Perrysburg Podcast? If so, great news! I created a simple guest application process.

1. Fill out the Google Form 👉 https://bit.ly/4hyhOxF.
2. Wait for an interview offer or a rejection message.
3. If offered an interview, respond to my email, and we'll plan your episode together.

If you don't hear something after 4 weeks, please email me: [email protected].

This process will help both of us. I'm looking for guests who are right for my audience, fit with the mission of the podcast, and align with my vision for my 2025 and 2026 production schedule. Plenty of guests have successfully pitched me in the past, so if you're interested, apply today!