Owners of Wheelies on Mulberry, Josh and Terri Schlabach, join the podcast to share their inspiring story of believing in each other, taking risks, and starting a bike shop for our community that has also blessed their family in unexpected ways.By Real Change Wilmington

In this episode, special guest Tony Taouk and myself discuss the career of infamous Philadelphia mob lawyer, Robert "Bobby" Simone (1933 - 2007). Robert F. Simone was known for winning a string of difficult cases for clients that included members of Philadelphia's organized-crime family such as Nicodemo "Little Nicky" Scarfo, Philip "Crazy" Phil Le…

Jacob Schmidt and Tyler Kuhbander from Smitty's Detail Shop & Schmidt's Automotive, join the podcast to share their story of opening a one-stop automotive shop, focused on five-star service and convenience. “We're just trying to show the community that you don't [have] to be scared going to an automotive shop. Come on in, [and] let us show you what…

Owner of For The Love Of Ink, Chris Walls, joins the podcast to share his story of opening a family-friendly and community-focused tattoo and body piercing shop. “My morals are basically just, ‘loving everybody and treating people good’. I’m not a perfect man by any means (ask my wife, she’ll tell ya), [but] I do the best I can to treat people righ…

Jason Stoops and Lee Sandlin join us on the podcast to talk about their upcoming School Supply Drive and the history of the program. This is a great episode for those interested in learning about community resources available during back-to-school time!By Real Change Wilmington

Happy Cow’s Creamery owner, Donal Bickel, joins the podcast to share the story of Clinton County’s LAST dairy farm and how his family made a “real change” from selling 100% their milk to a co-op in West Virginia to now selling their milk direct-to-consumer and even opening their own retail store during COVID. Donald also shared how his family recen…

In this episode, the first of a two-part series, we discuss the life and times of Paul "The Waiter" Ricca, who was born Felice De Lucia in Apricena, Italy in 1898. Paul Ricca was one of the most powerful underworld figures in the history of Cosa Nostra in this country, his career spanning from the Capone Era into the 1970's. For over 30 years, Ricc…

Caden Sauerbrey with Cowan Lake State Park joined the podcast to share information regarding his role as the park's naturalist, the amenities, and activities that our State Park has to offer! This is a great podcast for those interested in learning about free and inexpensive activities to participate in over the summer!…

Rachel Jarman with Bank Barn Meats joins the podcast to share how she bought her family’s farm and raises lamb meat that has been served at Kava Haus, Lumberton General Store, Trail Haus, and the Clinton County Farmers Market! This is a great podcast for anyone interested in learning about a local farmer or starting their own farm!…

Bruce Saunders with Clinton County Trails Coalition visits the Real Change Wilmington Podcast to share how the organization got started and what the vision is for Wilmington's trails. Learn more about Clinton County Trails Coalition at clintoncountytrails.org.By Real Change Wilmington

"To the rules that hold us together" In this episode, we discuss a comprehensive 1967 FBI Intelligence Report distributed across all FBI field offices within the United States. This report provided an overall picture of the American Cosa Nostra across the entire country and provided reports, taken from the accounts of 190+ informants, around the fo…

Tracy D Kelley joined us on the podcast to explain the benefits and details of direct pay primary care.By Real Change Wilmington

In this episode, the third of this series, we cover several mob hits that occurred in and around Philadelphia's Bruno Crime Family of LCN during the 1960's. This video focuses on the battle that occurred for control of Philadelphia's Teamsters Local 107, between the Mafia and law-abiding members of the union. Our goal of these episodes is to dispel…

Stephanie Hughes and Jeff Linkous with Clinton Swim & Tennis Club joined us on the podcast to share the history and importance of Wilmington's community pool.By Real Change Wilmington

In this episode, the second of this series, we cover several mob hits that occurred in and around Philadelphia's Bruno Crime Family of LCN during the 1960's. Our goal of these episodes is to dispel the myth that Angelo Bruno—"The Docile Don"—was a non-violent Boss. In fact, evidence will show that he likely handed down many hit contracts, which we …

Cassie DeBoard is the NEW(ish) director of Sunshine Christian School inside Wilmington Church of Christ at 909 W Locust Street. She stops by the podcast to share what’s new on the school’s horizon. Cassie has a Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education and 6-years of teaching experience in public school. She hopes to help the school will be known…

In this episode, we cover several mob hits that occurred in and around Philadelphia's Bruno Crime Family of LCN during the 1960's. Our goal of these episodes is to dispel the myth that Angelo Bruno—"The Docile Don"—was a non-violent Boss. In fact, evidence will show that he likely handed down many hit contracts, which we will go over in detail over…

Karen Long and Elizabeth Huber with Clinton County Literacy Foundation stop by the podcast to share their passion for reading and journey from laundromat libraries to a 501(c)(3) registered nonprofit.By Real Change Wilmington

Cassi Carter, Director of Wilmington College Community Gardens, stops by the podcast to share about her passion for gardening and sustainability. Contact growhealth7@gmail.com to sign-up for a free garden bed and join a supportive community. 🍎 Apple: https://bit.ly/rcwp-apple 🤖 Google: https://bit.ly/rcwp-google 🟢 Spotify: https://bit.ly/rcwp-spoti…

Listen to learn about Kim and Jeff and the big plans they have for their new business 'Doc's Dogs'.By Real Change Wilmington

In this episode, featuring myself and Australian lawyer Tony Taouk, we discuss the life and times of George Remus who was famously dubbed, "The King of the Bootleggers" in the 1920's. George Remus, born in 1878, was a German-born American lawyer who was probably most famously well-known as a bootlegger during the early days of Prohibition, and who …

Ivy Ortman stopped by the podcast to share her experience with Columbus Parks & Rec and the Army Reserves, as well as talk about her vision for new activities and programs. 🍎 Apple: https://bit.ly/rcwp-apple 🤖 Google: https://bit.ly/rcwp-google 🟢 Spotify: https://bit.ly/rcwp-spotify 🎥 YouTube: https://bit.ly/rcwp-youtube 😎 Website: https://bit.ly/r…

In this episode, we again discuss Joseph Barbara Sr., the mobster who famously hosted the ill-fated Apalachin Mob Meeting in Apalachin, New York. Part Three covers the events leading up to the disastrous Apalachin meeting in 1957 and the fallout.Part One: https://youtu.be/NGHgoGlYOgwPart Two: https://youtu.be/2h1ERPB0sCUIn this final installment of…

We sat down to talk with Gary Jenkins, who is a retired Kansas City Police Detective, lawyer, as well as the host of the extremely popular mob podcast, Gangland Wire.In this episode, we discuss the following topics: His early years, family, and upbringing What made him want to join the Kansas City Police Department His promotion to Detective within…

In this episode, we again discuss Joseph Barbara Sr., the mobster who famously hosted the ill-fated Apalachin Mob Meeting in Apalachin, New York. In this second of a three-part series, we discuss: Barbara's move towards legitimate business and establishment of several bottling companies including the Endicott Beverage Company, the Mission Beverage …

In this episode, we discuss Roy Marcus Cohn (1927-1986) with professional attorney, Tony Taouk of Magna Carta Lawyers in Sydney, Australia.Tony and I walk through Roy Cohn's history, and Tony brings an attorney's perspective to some of Cohn's vicious tactics, personal life, as well as areas where he displayed both pure brilliance and borderline dia…

Owner of Beckers SMASH-tastic Burgers, Clinton Becker, visits the podcast to share his rollercoaster story of real change! He’s gone from “Dirtbag Clinton” who went to prison in Florida for timeshare fraud, to “Honest Car Guy” who has helped locals raise thousands of dollars for charity, to the now “Harry Potter of Burgers” who serves the best smas…

In this episode, we discuss Joseph Barbara Sr., the mobster who famously hosted the ill-fated Apalachin Mob Meeting in Apalachin, New York.In this first of a two-part series, we discuss the beginning of Barbara's mob career including: His birth in Castellammare del Golfo, Sicily, Italy His immigration to the United States in 1921 His first jobs in …

Join me as a make a significant announcement about the future of this show and discuss my plans for 2024 and beyond.

💕😇☕️ Robyn Morris, owner of Kairos Coffee, stoped by the podcast to share her journey as an (almost) actress in California, amazing mother, diligent prayer warrior, and current day coffee house owner loving life with her family and team of baristas. 🍎 Apple: https://bit.ly/rcwp-apple 🤖 Google: https://bit.ly/rcwp-google 🟢 Spotify: https://bit.ly/rc…

Santa Claus took some time out of his busy schedule to be on our podcast! Did you know that he used to be the mayor of a small town in California, met his now wife on Craigslist, or lost his stepson to addiction? Hear the story of the man behind the beard, Quintin Koger Kidd (aka “Q”), and how his journey of highs and lows has made him into a man o…

In this episode, we finish the series on the Cerrito Crime Family of the American Cosa Nostra who operated in and around San Jose, California, and who were a significant entity controlling organized crime in the San Jose area for many decades beginning around the 1940’s and were in existence until at least the 1990’s or early 2000’s. While we cover…

Nicole Rodman and Amanda Randolph stopped by the Real Change Wilmington podcast to discuss the four units that make up our Clinton County Job & Family Services: Family Services Child Protection Child Support OhioMeansJobs Their insights into the challenges faced by vulnerable populations and the resources that are available to empower them was trul…

Real Change Wilmington sits down with owner of the new bookstore on Mulberry Street, Rachel Collins and her daughter Lily. To learn more about The Banned Book Nook & Other Curiosities, visit www.facebook.com/people/The-Banned-Book-Nook-and-Other-Curiosities/61550885279341/By Real Change Wilmington

Alex Beres became Executive Director of Clinton County Port Authority in February of this year and celebrated the birth of his first daughter at CMH over Easter weekend. With his slicked back hair and fancy suits, some might wonder if Alex was formerly an east coast Mafia Don, but Alex’s roots actually come from rural northern Ohio where he met his…

We highlighted local farmers 👨‍🌾 we helped local families 👨‍👩‍👧 and we had a lot of fun 😎 Hear the full story of the world’s first 🥇 Caramel Corn Cake 🌽🍰 from concept to Corn Fest on our latest podcast out now 🤙 🍎 Apple: https://bit.ly/rcwp-apple 🤖 Google: https://bit.ly/rcwp-google 🟢 Spotify: https://bit.ly/rcwp-spotify 🎥 YouTube: https://bit.ly/r…

Listen to our latest podcast with Sheri McIntosh, Owner of McIntosh Real Estate Services and President of Clinton County Ohio Board of Realtors, discussing the state of housing in Wilmington—topics include: homelessness, affordable housing, blighted properties, and new development. For more information, or to work with a real estate agent, please c…

In the second episode of this multi-part series, we cover Angelo Bruno, Boss of the Philadelphia Mafia during the "Golden Age" of the Philadelphia Cosa Nostra from the years 1960-1969.We recap Bruno's ascension to Boss of the Philly Mob during 1959 when a dispute between himself and Acting Boss Antonio "Mr. Mig" Pollina, along with support from Bru…

Bill Liermann stopped by the podcast to share about his time on City Council and his upcoming run for School Board 🧡🖤 “I want to see us have an oversight committee appointed—we did this once before. Have citizens at large—a seven person steering committee. I’ll have someone from Port William, someone from Martinsville, somebody from those townships…

New owners of The Lumberton General Store, husband and wife team Sam Ginn and Emma Buchanan, stop by the podcast to talk about their journey of re-opening the store since it last closed in 2015. Emma shares memories she had as a little girl of going to The Lumberton General Store back when her grandfather owned the business, and Sam shares the coup…

We cover instances of FBI wiretaps picking up mobster conversations related to both the FBI in the early 1960's and the Kennedy brothers pre-and-post JFK's assassination. We share and help you interpret excerpts from the 1978-1979 Senate report entitled, "House Select Committee on Assassinations: Investigation of the Assassination of President John…

In today’s episode, we’ve recorded an amazing interview with Jeff Canarsie, the host of Mob Talk Radio. I’m really excited and honestly very appreciative that this guest was able to take time out of their busy life to sit and talk with me for a few hours to talk about his life, his show, and much more. In the interview, we discuss a range of topics…

Did you know Brad Heys and his wife shared their first kiss inside the building they later made into Kava Haus? Or that it was almost a gourmet hotdog restaurant?! ☕️❤️🌭 Listen to this podcast episode to hear the entire charming story of Wilmington’s beloved coffee shop, PLUS details on Jen Purkey’s move from The General Denver: 🍎 Apple: https://bi…

Sally Buchanan recently interviewed with Real Change Wilmington to share a look inside the Clinton County Farmers' Market. Sally Buchanan is a Clinton County native who grew up in the former town of New Burlington. Her family's farm was one of the last acquired to make way for Caesar Creek. Growing up, Sally was in 4H for cooking and showing cattle…

In this episode, we cover the Cerrito Crime Family of the American Cosa Nostra who operated in and around San Jose, California, and who were a significant entity controlling organized crime in the San Jose area for many decades beginning around the 1940’s and were in existence until at least the 1990’s or early 2000’s. My research will show that th…

Ever get confused about what the Clinton County Convention & Visitors Bureau does, or how it is different from Main Street Wilmington or Clinton County Chamber of Commerce? Well, we have 🫣 So we thought, “who better for our next podcast guest than Susan Valentine-Scott, their Executive Director?” As always, we asked Susan to share about herself, wh…

Hope House is an emergency shelter for women and children in Wilmington, Ohio. Executive Director, Katie Terrell shares about the history of Hope House, her role, homelessness, and success stories.By Real Change Wilmington

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In this video, we cover Angelo Bruno, the man known as the "Docile Don" and/or "Gentle Don" who ruled over the Philadelphia underworld as the city's Cosa Nostra don from around 1959 until his murder in 1980. Bruno presided over one of the most, relatively speaking, peaceful eras of the Philly mafia. In this video, we cover: Bruno's birth in Villalb…

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