On Thursday we spoke with the new CEO of Erie Homes for Children and Adults, Jonathan Rilling, along with EHCA's Director of Advancement, Jessica Kruger. We discussed the history of the organization, and what is in store for this new leadership for EHCA.

On our Wednesday health focus, we met with the CEO of UPMC Hamot, Brian Durniok. We talked about staffing and careers, the relationship between Erie and Pittsburgh, and what’s on the horizon for 2025 at UPMC Hamot.

On Tuesday we met with Kyra Taylor, Executive Director of Erie’s Black Wall Street. We learned what this organization is doing to encourage and empower the Black community in Erie and boost financial literacy and capacity.

Monday's episode was our 2025 tax show, as we welcomed Founder/President John E. Baker and Manager Janie Hill of Kingdom Tax Services, LLC. We talked about the new changes in tax law, and things for seniors, young people and families in particular to look out for this year.

Erie Mayor Joe Schember returned to our studio Friday and was accompanied by Erie Police Chief Dan Spizarny, and city Chief of Staff Renee Lamis. We discussed the aftermath of the major Thanksgiving weekend snow storm, 2024 crime statistics, and priorities for the new year.

On our Thursday episode, we welcomed in Dr. Ben Wilson, the new CEO of the Greater Erie Community Action Committee. We learned his personal story and his passion for the work that GECAC leads in the Erie community.

Our commercial real estate expert, Chuck Peters, Managing Partner of Altair Holdings, joined us with a snapshot of where the Erie market is as we begin 2025.

As the pro football teams engage in the playoffs, Judge Dan Brabender, Erie County's most prolific historian of Erie area high school athletes, joined us Friday to tell the stories of hometown football heroes who went onto greatness in college and the NFL.

Erie People for Life's Director Tim Broadrick joined us Thursday to discuss the pro-life organization's January activities, and their work through the year.

We asked our social media guru and founder of Revox Media, Chris Norris to join us in our Downtown Erie studio to unpack the potential ban of TikTok and what it means to creators and influencers locally.

On Tuesday, we interviewed Jordan Pine, the Founder and CEO of Greenlight Operation. Jordan is a leading voice in Pennsylvania educating about human trafficking and how to strategically combat it.

Christine Temple of Visit Erie visited our TalkErie Studio on Thursday with a preview of Erie Restaurant Week, and the brand new 2025 Erie Visitors Guide, now available.

On our Wednesday health focus, Coroner Lyell Cook returned to The Joel Natalie Show with some good news: fentanyl deaths in Erie County were down last year.

We had our first conversation of the new year with Erie County Executive Brenton Davis. We dicussed the aftermath of the snow emergency response, as well as the recent judge's decision over vetos in the 2023 and 2024 budget.

It's a new year and many are looking for a new fitness routine. On Monday Joel interview Chris Rosato Jr., the General Manager of the Ascend Climbing Gym, our neighbors at 5th and State. We discussed the unique exercise benefits of climbing, and how this growing downtown Erie business is doing.

Theatre performers, directors and producers Fr. Shawn and Almi Clerkin join us for a review of the performing arts in 2024, and a look into the future.

On our Thursday education focus, we got an update from the Hill, as Dr. Kathleet Getz, President of Mercyhurst University, joined us. We learned more about the institution's transition to NCAA Division I status, and the academic programs students are gravitating to.

November is Diabetes Awareness Month, so better late than never, we invited our expert, local endocrinologist Dr. Fernando Melaragno of LECOM Health to share the latest learnings about treating and mitigating diabetes.

Our monthly meeting with Erie County Executive Brenton Davis caught us in the middle of an active snow emergency which began on Black Friday and required a major multiagency respsonse. The County Executive explained what was happening and advice for residents.

Having a relevant conversation going into the holidays, Dr. Anil Singh, senior vice president, executive medical director, population and curated health for Highmark Health, and Aimee Girod, VP clinical strategy & performance joined us to discuss maintaining mental wellness during a stressful time of year and beyond.…

On Tuesday, Joel shared the studio with his adult children: Joel Jr, Joshua and Jennifer Natalie in a conversation about our culture and community's current moment.

On a health focus Wednesday, Mary Machuga, the Executive Director of White Pine Center for Healing was in studio. We discussed the importance of body image in adolescents and the significant impacts it has on not only mental health but also sustainability.

It was all about cars on our show Tuesday, as we were joined by Ben Jeffreys, General Sales Manager of Hallman Auto Group. We got an idea on the state of the market, new features, and pro buying tips.

The CEO of the Erie Downtown Development Corporation, Drew Whiting, helps us start the week with a year-end update of the work the organization is accomplishing in their footprint north of Perry Square.

It was all about the budget when Erie Mayor Joe Schember visited TalkErie on Friday for his monthly on-air meeting.

On Wednesday, we sat down with the recipients of Ben Franklin Technology Partners’ recent investments in local AI startups. The big checks are going to make a big difference for Eventio and OttoQa. Our guests were: •˜Brian Slawin, Regional Director & Portfolio Manager, Ben Franklin Technology Partners Central & Northern PA, • Thomas Laird, founder …

On Tuesday, Erie County Executive Brenton Davis returned to the TalkErie studio for his November monthly meeting, with the county budget and the recent general election hot topics.

Our Monday episode featured a profile of Bill Catania, who grew up in the tri-state area and made a huge impact in the arena of digital couponing, and now is succeeding with his logistics firm OneRail.

After a big political week, we took a comedy break on a fun Friday with national performing comic Lisa Chimenti, who shared her story of growing up in Erie, and the humor spilling from her many years as a school teacher.

After a full 24 hours since the US Presidential race was called for Donald J. Trump, we sat down with Jefferson Educational Society VP Ben Speggen for analysis.

On Monday, Election Eve, we were joined by Dr. Jeff Bloodworth, political science professor from Gannon University. He discussed his viewpoints about the election and political division, in the context of our bellwether community here in Erie.

We finished the week with a historical perspective on the Presidential race with political and presidential historian and lecturer George Deutsch.

Erie native and host of The Briefing on Sirius XM's POTUS Channel, Steve Scully shared his perspective with our Erie-based audience from the Beltway going into the final weekend of the Presidential election campaign.

On a special remote episode of The Joel Natalie Show on Wednesday, we spoke with keynote speakers, presenters, along with staff and board members of Erie's Nonprofit Partnership, led by Executive Director Adam Bratton, who begins our coverage.

Our Wednesday health focus guest was Dr. Danielle Hansen, the new Regional President of LECOM Health. We discussed Dr. Hansen's experience in the behavioral health field, and the wide scope of LECOM Health's footprint.

On Tuesday, we shared the stories of young teachers in the Erie School District and their views on school climate, parental involvement, and the realities of the teaching profession. With us was: • Erie Education Association President Mary Theuerkauf • PSEA Regional Field Director Marcus Schlegel • EPS Speech Pathologist Jill Nolan • Strong Vincent…

On our Friday episode, Erie Mayor Joe Schember discussed Erie's role in the upcoming Presidential election, along with the ongoing struggle to mitigate blighted properties in the city.

Prior to her appearance at the Jefferson Educational Society's Global Summit, former Congresswoman Liz Cheney of Wyoming joined Joel for an exclusive interview. We discussed her opposition to former President Trump, the January 6th committee she co-chaired, and this moment in our political discourse.…

Our guest on a Wednesday health focus was Dr. Jeffrey McGovern, pulmonologist with AHN St. Vincent Hospital. We discussed diagnosis of sleep apnea and a new treatment that can eliminate the CPAP machine.

On Tuesday, Gannon University President Dr. Walter Iwanenko joined us in an extended Inspire Interview. Topics ranged from the demographic "cliff", campus investments, and popular majors.

Joel had a conversation Friday with tech executive and Millcreek-native Dylan Knight, over topics ranging from AI and tech careers to boomeranging back to Erie.

Our attention on Thursday went to Corry, where we discussed the status of multi-million dollar investments in tech infrastructure and training with Dr. Matthew Platz, executive director of Corry Higher Ed, and Chuck Gray, director of Impact Corry.

A key partner in the fight against homelessness in Erie is the Mercy Center for Women. On Wednesday, Executive Director, Jennie Hagerty told their story.

On Tuesday we had a full house to discuss the announcement of new mobile electric vehicle charging techology being rolled out at the Erie Auto Auction. With us was from Advanced Power & Energy Partners was Caleb Dawson and Jeff Huey, from Power Innovations International, Tim Rees, and from Ben Franklin Technology Partners, Brian Slawin.…

Erie Regional Airport Authority/Erie International Airport Executive Director Derek Martin returned to our studio to share about the addition of Tampa as a seasonal destination from Erie beginning in January 2025. The announcement comes before the well-received flights to Orlando begin next month.

Our guest on a Fun Friday was Chris Sirianni, the owner of The Brewerie at Union Station. They once again are hosting their popular haunted history tours of the nearly 100 year old train station in downtown Erie.

The annual Erie Homecoming conference, sponsored by the Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership, featured the theme, "Activating the Vision." Our guests included: Jake Rouch, President and CEO of the Chamber, Chris Norris of Revox Media, Sara Harris of Pulakos Chocolates and Shari Robinson of Mighty Fine Donuts, and Tim Burch of Burch Farms.…

Former Congressman Phil English returns to The Joel Natalie Show to offer his take on the Presidential race and state of politics in Erie and the nation.

The Erie County Executive Brenton Davis made his monthly visit to the Joel Natalie Show and discussed the 2025 County Budget and highlighted his major priorities.

On Monday, we heard the story of the Bayfront East Side Taskforce with the Executive Director Jeremy Bloeser. We learned BEST's history and years of service impacting Erie's Original Neighborhood.