Why Bother? with John Szablewski

Meet Thom Knab! Thom is an art educator, advocate, and President of the National Art Education Association. John student taught with Thom when he was working on his teaching certification. Join in as the two discuss the visual arts, teaching in a pandemic, and what you can do to make sure art is present in your child's school! You won't want to miss it!

Meet Robert Ottone! Robert is a teacher, cigar enthusiast, and author! His new book "Her Infernal Name & Other Nightmares and People: A Horror Anthology about Love, Loss, Life & Things That Go Bump in the Night" is available wherever books are sold! Join in as John and Robert talk about horror writing, his process to get published, and what it's like to have your work living in the world.

Meet Mary Loliger! Mary is a social media specialist who founded Story Teller Social Media which opened in 2019 with the goal of helping small businesses create a social media presence to be known in the virtual world. Join in as John and Mary discuss social media, the need to be present on the internet, and why it is so important to "plug in."

Meet Julie Starr! Julie is the president of Buddy's Second Chance Dog Rescue in Buffalo! John and his fiancé, Madison, just rescued their dog Luna from Buddy's this past summer! Join in as Julie and John discuss the rescue, what day to day operations entail, and what you need to know when you are considering rescuing a pet!

Meet Roger Firestien! Creativity Consultant, Innovation Facilitator, College Professor, and Author! Roger has just written a brand new book on creativity called "Create In A Flash - A leader's recipe for breakthrough innovation," available on Amazon! Join in as John and Roger discuss what creativity means, how it is more important now than ever, and how everyone can be creative in their day to day lives!

Meet Beverley Bass! If you've seen the musical "Come From Away" you probably know a little part of her story! Beverley was the first female captain for American Airlines, and was one of the pilots who landed in Gander, Newfoundland when the US airspace was closed after the attacks of September 11, 2001. Join us as we talk about flying, September 11th, Gander, and what it is like to have her story highlighted in a Broadway musical! You won't want to miss this!

Meet Dan Goggin! Creator of the 'Nunsense' series of musicals! 'Nunsense' is an audience favorite among Buffalo Theatre goers and we will discuss the history of the show, how it has found a new home on BroadwayHD, and the future of theatre in general! You won't want to miss it!

Meet Aaron Daniel Annas, director of the Television and Film Arts program at SUNY Buffalo State, and the filmmaker behind "There's No Such Thing As Ghosts." Aaron also holds the record for most comments on any Why Bother? podcast episode! Join in as John and Aaron discuss his film, the entertainment industry, and being a college professor in a esteemed film program! You won't want to miss it!

Meet Adam Kreutinger, art teacher, puppet builder, podcaster, and hair model! John and Adam met after John reviewed a show he produced called "The Littlest Snow Monster." John and Adam have worked on countless projects together, including the webseries "Itch" and the art education TV special, "Arlo's Art Show." Adam has no idea what they are going to talk about during this interview! You won't want to miss it!

Meet Connie Hanel, college professor, entrepreneur, car mechanic, and former candy store owner! Connie has a fascinating amount of experience in her life! She is also John's girlfriend's mother...(brownie points for having her on the show). Tune in as the two discuss her wide variety of experiences, you won't want to miss it!