Spanning the Need

We’re almost wrapping up the campaign season for the November elections. Who has your best interests at the forefront?

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Ohio’s 33rd state senate district candidate, Bob Hagan. As a legislator for 28 years, he shares his political aspiration for the 33rd district and what distinguishes him from his main opponent.

Bob expounds on his plans for solving the funding problem in district schools, bringing businesses into the district, and three top issues he’s looking to address if elected. Additionally, he shares his biggest professional mistake, actions to curb violence in the community, and his best memory in life.

Tune in for more!
-Plan to help school districts
-Bringing jobs/businesses into the district
-Issues addressing the 33rd District
-Curbing violence in communities
-and Much more. 

Note: STN reached out to Senator Rulli, but due to prior commitments he was unable to appear on the show.

Timestamps
[01:33] About Bob Hagan
[05:10] Bob’s children
[08:06] Hagan’s plans for solving funding problem in district schools
[10:52] His plans to serve individuals who might not get to an elected person to share their thoughts & concerns at the state level
[12:30] Bringing jobs/businesses into the district
[15:41] Bob’s vision for improving the universal healthcare
[18:33] Top issues he will address in the 33rd district
[20:53] Biggest professional mistakes Bob has learned over the years
[22:21] Steps to curb violence in communities
[27:50] What distinguishes Bob from his opponent
[29:28] Quick fun questions

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We’re almost wrapping up the campaign season for the November elections. Who has your best interests at the forefront?

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Ohio’s 33rd state senate district candidate, Bob Hagan. As a legislator for 28 years, he shares his political aspiration for the 33rd district and what distinguishes him from his main opponent.

Bob expounds on his plans for solving the funding problem in district schools, bringing businesses into the district, and three top issues he’s looking to address if elected. Additionally, he shares his biggest professional mistake, actions to curb violence in the community, and his best memory in life.

Tune in for more!
-Plan to help school districts
-Bringing jobs/businesses into the district
-Issues addressing the 33rd District
-Curbing violence in communities
-and Much more.

Note: STN reached out to Senator Rulli, but he did not have any availability for an appearance on the show.

Tune into the podcast at
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spanning-the-need/id1529769859

Timestamps
[01:33] About Bob Hagan
[05:10] Bob’s children
[08:06] Hagan’s plans for solving funding problem in district schools
[10:52] His plans to serve individuals who might not get to an elected person to share their thoughts & concerns at the state level
[12:30] Bringing jobs/businesses into the district
[15:41] Bob’s vision for improving the universal healthcare
[18:33] Top issues he will address in the 33rd district
[20:53] Biggest professional mistakes Bob has learned over the years
[22:21] Steps to curb violence in communities
[27:50] What distinguishes Bob from his opponent
[29:28] Quick fun questions

We’re almost wrapping up the campaign season for the November elections. Who has your best interests at the forefront?

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Ohio’s 33rd state senate district candidate, Bob Hagan. As a legislator for 28 years, he shares his political aspiration for the 33rd district and what distinguishes him from his main opponent.

Bob expounds on his plans for solving the funding problem in district schools, bringing businesses into the district, and three top issues he’s looking to address if elected. Additionally, he shares his biggest professional mistake, actions to curb violence in the community, and his best memory in life.

Tune in for more!
-Plan to help school districts
-Bringing jobs/businesses into the district
-Issues addressing the 33rd District
-Curbing violence in communities
-and Much more. 

Note: STN reached out to Senator Rulli, but due to prior commitments he was unable to appear on the show.

Timestamps
[01:33] About Bob Hagan
[05:10] Bob’s children
[08:06] Hagan’s plans for solving funding problem in district schools
[10:52] His plans to serve individuals who might not get to an elected person to share their thoughts & concerns at the state level
[12:30] Bringing jobs/businesses into the district
[15:41] Bob’s vision for improving the universal healthcare
[18:33] Top issues he will address in the 33rd district
[20:53] Biggest professional mistakes Bob has learned over the years
[22:21] Steps to curb violence in communities
[27:50] What distinguishes Bob from his opponent
[29:28] Quick fun questions

#E118
#Spanningtheneed sits down with Doug Datish, Former NFL Player, Howland/Ohio State graduate & Philanthropist talks mental health, football & Trumbull County HOF.

The conversation begins with Doug telling us about his football career and his mentors during his life. He emphasizes on the importance of philanthropy, his Hall of Fame induction into the Trumbull County Sports HOF/being a guest speaker and his mental health work in the community.

Tune in to the show now to explore:
Doug's playing career
His Philanthropist work in the community
Importance of mental health help
and much more.

Connect: spanningtheneed.com

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Quote: “We have to figure out ways to work together.”

Summary
On today’s episode of Spanning The Need, Anthony Spano welcomes Lou Lyras, a nominee for Ohio’s sixth Congressional District in Ohio. Lou is an entrepreneur and the founder of many companies. Today, Lou shares with us his game plan for the upcoming elections, addressing major issues present in the district.

The conversation begins with Lou giving a brief introduction and an insight into his political career. He emphasizes the importance of battling issues present in the district. He further discusses his campaign plans for the upcoming elections and how to curb violence in the community.

Tune in to the show now to explore:
Lou’s political background
The importance of a collective bargaining agreement.
Issues affecting the sixth district and how Lou plans to tackle them
Steps to help curb the violence in the community
A fun Q&A session where Lou answers random questions about his professional and personal life

Timestamps:
[01:08] Introduction to Lou Lyras
[03:51] Lou discusses how he first got involved in politics
[04:38] The environmental issues in the world
[05:40] Issues affecting the sixth district
[07:38] The Ohio River Valley
[08:55] How did the pandemic affect education and broadband in the sixth district?
[12:37] The importance of having good public education
[13:40] Lou’s game plan for the upcoming election
[15:30] The major issues in the sixth district
[17:38] Making taxes equitable
[18:33] Lou’s proud achievements
[19:56] Curbing the violence in the community
[29:05] A fun Q&A session with Lou

Listen to more episodes: https://anthonyvspano.com/
Connect with Lou: https://www.louislyras.com/

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Quote: “Be a part of a team and understand the value of bringing people together to help you accomplish a goal."

Summary

On today’s episode of Spanning The Need, Anthony Spano is joined by Congressman Bill Johnson, who represents Ohio's 6th Congressional District. Congressman Johnson speaks today on the impact of the upcoming elections on local districts and how local issues are sorted out at the district level.

Congressman starts by describing his political background. He moves on to address the upcoming elections and the impact this will have on a local level. He talks about the issues facing America on a large scale, diving deeper into the supply chain and energy issues present. The episode wraps up as Congressman Johnson answers rapid fun questions asked by our host, taking us a little bit into Congressman Johnson’s personal and professional life.

Tune in to the show now to explore:

How Congressman Johnson began his political career
-Combating the local issues present in the Ohio district
-The impact of the pandemic on America and how to revive the American dream for the people
-Tackling the energy and supply chain issues present in the country
-A fun Q&A session where Congressman Johnson answers random questions about his professional and personal life

Timestamps:

[00:06] Introduction Congressman Bill Johnson
[00:39] Political races happening in Ohio
[02:39] Congressman Johnson describes his background
[08:12] The impact of the upcoming elections on local issues
[09:34] Energy issues in America
[14:33] Bouncing back from the pandemic
[18:50] The supply chain issues 
[24:21] Dealing with violence in the district
[30:40] A fun Q&A session with Congressman Johnson

Connect with Anthony:

Listen to more episodes: https://anthonyvspano.com/

Connect with Congressman Johnson:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/RepBillJohnson

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Quote: “History is nothing but stories.”

Summary
On today’s episode of Spanning The Need, Anthony Spano is joined by Kurt Russell, the 2022 National Teacher of the Year. Kurt is a 25-year veteran of the classroom, currently teaching history at Oberlin High School in Oberlin, Ohio, where he was born and raised. Today, Kurt discusses his teaching career, the impact of the pandemic on the education sector and how he teaches history in a different light to his students.

Kurts begins by discussing his journey thus far as a teacher. He gives details surrounding his award as the 2022 National Teacher of the Year. Kurt dives into details on how COVID continues to influence the education sector, affecting teachers and students. The episode ends as Kurt discusses how he raises his students to be critical thinkers.

Tune in to the show now to explore:
-Kurt’s journey in his teaching career
-How Kurt won the National Teacher of the Year and his experience thus far
-The impact of COVID on teachers and students
-Kurt’s methods in the classroom in teaching history
-A fun Q&A session where Kurt answers random questions about his professional and personal life

Timestamps:

[00:10] Introduction to Kurt Russell
[00:44] Kurt’s reaction to winning the National Teacher of the Year
[02:54] How Kurt got into teaching
[06:05] The impact of COVID on teaching
[07:55] COVID presented the inequalities found in virtual learning
[09:12] Recruiting and retaining teachers after the impact of COVID
[10:51] Helping students
[12:25] Navigating the evolution in the education sector
[17:24] Teaching reconstruction from different standpoints
[20:58] Raising critical thinkers out of students
[23:38] Fun rapid-fire questions directed at Kurt

Relevant links:
Connect with Anthony:
Listen to more episodes: http://spanningtheneed.com
https://www.facebook.com/SpanningtheNeed/
https://www.instagram.com/spanningtheneed/

Connect with Kurt:
https://twitter.com/kurtsenior_

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Quote: “Over 50% of educators quit the profession completely in the first five years of teaching, and I was gonna be one of them.”

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Summary
On today’s episode of Spanning The Need, Anthony Spano is joined by Marissa Platton, a mathematics educator at Austintown Local School District. Marissa discusses today, her six year’s experience as a tutor, half of which was affected by the pandemic. She talks about almost quitting in her first year and how she navigates teaching as a profession now.

Marissa shares her experience as a mathematics educator. She discusses the challenges she faced in her first year as a teacher and how the Ohio Education Association OEA and other unions supported her. She describes how COVID has impacted the students and educational system and how to keep the teaching profession alive despite the impacts of the pandemic. The episode ends as Marissa offers advice to future educators to jump in and always advocate for their students.

Tune in to the show now to explore:
-Marissa’s teaching career
-Handling teaching and students pre-COVID and post-COVID
-The evolution of the educational system due to the pandemic
-How to keep the teaching profession thriving in uncertain times
-A fun Q&A session where Marissa answers random questions about her professional and personal life

Timestamps:

[00:23] Introduction Marissa Platton
[01:23] Marissa’s experience as a teacher
[04:26] Handling tough feedback as an educator
[09:12] The importance of associations and unions
[11:14] Educators are undergoing pressure due to the pandemic
[13:16] How the pandemic affected students and their families
[14:28] Approaching teaching in a new light post-pandemic
[21:35] Changing the mindset of the community about the teaching profession
[25:16] Keeping educators in the profession
[30:30] Advice to future educators
[35:00] A fun Q&A session with Marissa

Relevant links:
Listen to more episodes: https://anthonyvspano.com/
Facebook
Instagram

Connect with Marissa:
LinkedIn
Ohio’s New Educators

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Quote: “We shouldn't be fighting each other, we should be looking at how we can fix the system.”

Summary
Starting a new season of Spanning The Need, Anthony Spano has invited Justin Jennings to the show to share his experience, challenges, and results as the newly elected Superintendent of Youngstown City Schools. Justin was a professional basketball player before an injury ended his career. Today, Justin shares with us the challenges that come with his new position and how he aims to change the mindset of the public in Youngstown and advance academic pursuits.

Justin begins by sharing a little about his background and what surrounded his move to Youngstown. He speaks extensively on his new role as Superintendent and how this largely involves changing the mindset of the people. He talks about some challenges many don’t realize and how he hopes to solve them to improve the academic standings of Youngstown City Schools. Justin touches on how trauma, mental issues, and security issues are being handled and how he plans to leave a legacy behind.

Tune in to the show now to explore:

Justin’s background and how he became the CEO of Youngstown City Schools
The importance of changing the mindset of people about Youngstown and leadership in general
Why strategic plans are important for development and advancement
Dismantling the stigma surrounding trauma and mental health issues
A fun Q&A session where Justin answers random questions about his professional and personal life

More at: spanningtheneed.com

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Chef Jeff Crystal of Jeff Crystal Catering in Youngstown joins #SpanningtheNeed w/Anthony Spano to share a few of his favorite 4th of July cookout tips, best meat, while talking life and inspiration with Jeff.

Read More: https://anthonyvspano.com/2022/07/01/spanningtheneed-e108-chef-jeff-crystal-shares-a-few-of-his-favorite-4th-of-july-cookout-tips/

More at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-chrystal-52614927/

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