Best Ashtabula Podcasts (2024)

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The Skinny & Scony Christmas Special 12:47

3d ago12:47

12:47

Hold onto your jingle bells, folks! This episode of The Best of Skinny and Scony is a holiday riot you won't want to miss. First up, Scony is in disbelief over the wild tale Mark Allen from Star 97 (Mixx 97.1) spun about a fiasco at the Circle K. Did it really happen, or did Mark just have too much eggnog? Next, get ready to groove as Scony discove…

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Tax Day Turmoil: Skinny & Scony's Hilarious Crisis and Redneck Therapy 11:19

10d ago11:19

11:19

Get ready to laugh 'til you cry with Skinny & Scony as they navigate the chaos of filing taxes online and attempt some questionable "redneck therapy" to rescue DJ Jennifer Wylde from her woes. From tax-time tantrums to unconventional counseling sessions, this episode promises hilarity and emotional scars—tune in if you dare! Hit Us Up Via Text Kayl…

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Porcelain Prayers and Harmonica Hilarity: Skinny & Scony's Vacation Special 8:37

10d ago8:37

8:37

Join Skinny & Scony for a sidesplitting journey as Scony recounts how he turned a stomach-churning vacation mishap into a serene escape, complete with porcelain thrones and zen-like tranquility. Later, brace yourself as Scony dazzles (or bewilders) with his impromptu harmonica skills straight from the aisles of WAL-MART—because who knew bargain sho…

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Clothes Off, Laughs On: Skinny & Scony's Front Yard Fiasco 9:32

10d ago9:32

9:32

Get ready to chuckle uncontrollably with Skinny & Scony as Skinny spills the beans on why his wife Ruby ended up shedding all her clothes in their front yard—trust us, it's a tale that stinks (literally)! Later on, brace yourself as they delve into the world of high school fundraisers and unearth the story of the smelliest one ever. From naked esca…

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From Shower to Stage: Skinny & Scony's Radio Idol Hijinks 13:46

10d ago13:46

13:46

Hold onto your seats as Skinny & Scony take you on a wild ride through Scony's daring debut as a professional singer at Ray Jr's. Will he hit the high notes or crash and burn as Skinny drags him through the merciless gauntlet of Ashtabula Radio Idol. Tune in to hear the judges' (listener's) verdicts—it's a comedy showdown you won't want to miss! Hi…

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Turkey Patrol & Creepy Kitty Boyfriends 10:44

13d ago10:44

10:44

Buckle up for a wild ride as Lt. Michael "Big Bird" Harmon from the Ohio State Highway Patrol dishes his epic turkey tale on Skinny & Scony's podcast. Meanwhile, Skinny and Scony are diving into the absurdity of ex-boyfriends who might just be purr-fectly stalking their former flames home—wait, is that a meow I hear? Hit Us Up Via Text Kayla McKinn…

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E:14 Brian Walsh and the Plan to Make the Washington DC Air Travel Market More Competitive 18:36

11M ago18:36

18:36

Brian Walsh is a former Washington DC Hill Staffer and current spokesman for the Capital Access Alliance (CAA). We spoke about the group's goal for the FAA Reauthorization Bill to make air travel more affordable and accessible to and from Washington D.C. Since the late 1960s, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) has been the only airport…

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E:13 Veterans Service Commission- Ben Schwartfigure Director for Ashtabula County 26:58

12M ago26:58

26:58

In this episode I speak with Ben Schwartfigure, the Ashtabula County Veterans Service Commission Director, about the services provided to our community's veterans. From health benefits to housing assistance and work with federal and state agencies, the VSC assists veterans everyday. Many are unaware of the programs VSCs across Ohio provide and the …

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E:12 US Mexican Border Visit- Immigration, Border Security, and a Growing Crisis 28:03

1y ago28:03

28:03

This episode is different from others run in Ohio's Bios. For Episode 12 I share about a unique opportunity I had to visit the US Mexican Border in McAllen, Texas to view firsthand the Border Crisis at the southern border, learn how it impacts the entire United States, and determine policies ideas for helping to secure the border. I took this trip …

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E11: Doug Starkey, Ashtabula County Environmental Services Director 28:29

1y ago28:29

28:29

Doug Starkey has served as Director of the Ashtabula County Environmental Services for 3 years in addition to his wealth of local government experiences as Fire Chief and City Manager in the City of Geneva. We discuss his perspective of the challenges local governments and residents face and what he has learned in his decades of leadership for Asht…

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E10: The Bio of a Landsale 11:31

1y ago11:31

11:31

Ohio's Auditors are responsible for vacant and forfeited land auctions. Many residents are unaware of the process of foreclosure and how land becomes available for use after it has been forfeited to the state.By Ashtabula County Auditor David Thomas

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E9: Asheesh Agarwal, Advisor to the American Edge Project and Former Federal Trade Commission & Department of Justice Staff Member 31:14

1y ago31:14

31:14

Asheesh Agarwal is a former assistant director for the Office of Policy Planning at the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), staff member at the Department of Justice, and is currently an advisor to the American Edge Project, a coalition of nearly two dozen organizations dedicated to advancing and protecting American innovation and technology. https://a…

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E:8 Alex Iarocci, Executive Director of the Ashtabula County Land Bank 30:48

1y ago30:48

30:48

Alex Iarocci is the Executive Director of the Ashtabula County Landbank, a quasi government non-profit organization housed in the Ashtabula County Treasurer's Office focused on revitalizing abandoned and dilapidated properties. We discuss the economic impacts a Landbank can have on a community, the challenges to being largely grant funded, and futu…

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E:7 So my taxes are how much? The Auditor's Role in Property Taxes and Values 23:46

1+ y ago23:46

23:46

In this Episode, Ashtabula County Auditor David Thomas breaks down the role of County Auditors in property values and taxes for Ohio's residents. Learn the process for valuing properties, how tax rates are determined, and the basis of your tax bill originates.By Ashtabula County Auditor David Thomas

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E:6 Deb Friedstrom, Plymouth Township Trustee- Fire and Road Departments, Life of a Trustee, Grassroots Leadershp 34:17

1+ y ago34:17

34:17

Deb Friedstrom is the Township Trustee for Plymouth Township in Ashtabula County and serves as the Township Association President. We discuss her 14 years as a Township Trustee with lessons of cooperation and communication in addition to struggles of a small township with large expenses.By Ashtabula County Auditor David Thomas

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E:5 The Duty of Weights & Measures- Local Government Role in Consumer Protection 13:12

1+ y ago13:12

13:12

Episode 5: March 1st-7th is National Weights & Measures Week. The Auditor's Office is Ohio is responsible for certifying the weight of commercial scales and devices ranging from gas pumps to deli scales, highway truck scales to propane trucks, and everything in-between. Listen in as County Auditor David Thomas describes the role of County Auditor i…

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E:4 Geneva City Council President Mario Butera- Paving, Public Relations, and Money Priorities 33:13

1+ y ago33:13

33:13

Episode 4: Mario Butera is the Geneva City Council President and serves as a music teacher in the community as well. In this episode, we discuss the competing financial interests of a small town, the role a council takes in the governing process, and some interesting fun facts about Geneva, Ohio.By Ashtabula County Auditor David Thomas

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E:3 The Bio of an Ohio Auditor's Office- Roles, Responsibilities, and Duties 26:40

1+ y ago26:40

26:40

In the 3rd episode of Ohio's Bios, you get an introduction into the many jobs an Ohio Auditor's Office performs to serve other governments and tax payers. Chief Assessor, Fiscal Officer, Sealer of Weights & Measures, Licensor, and Head of IT are just some of the titles given to Ohio's County Auditors. Learn how the Auditor's Office is at the center…

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View Askew 2:54

1+ y ago2:54

2:54

View Askew from our upcoming ep "Time Enough at Last"By Martin Dunn Show

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E:2 Geneva on the Lake Village Administrator Jeremy Shaffer- Tourism, Lake Erie Erosion, Leadership 28:23

1+ y ago28:23

28:23

Jeremy Shaffer is the Village Administrator for Geneva on the Lake, Ohio. In this episode he discusses the qualities needed in good local government leaders, challenges specific to Geneva on the Lake such as lake front erosion and the seasonality of their village tourism, and his background in the military and local government.…

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E:1 Podcast Launch for Ohio's Bios- Insights from Ohio Local Governments 4:21

1+ y ago4:21

4:21

Ashtabula County Auditor David Thomas launches his podcast, Ohio's Bios- Insights from Ohio's Local Governments. This podcast will help shed light on the people behind local government as we learn about the services they provide, challenges and opportunities they face, and why they have a passion in working for you.…

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02 Short - Term Memories 3:40

4+ y ago3:40

3:40

©2019 Punkhouse Press RecordsAll lyrics written by Martin DunnAll Music by Martin Dunn and Dustin Holiferexcept “SCOFF“ written by Kurt Cobain.Tyler Kuhn - 2nd guitar/vox on tracks (2,4,10, and 12)creditsreleased December 14, 2019Less Than Expected is:Martin Dunn - Vox/GuitarsDirt T. Manning - BassChris Manley - DrumsRecorded by Less Than ExpectedT…

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01 Retrogression 4:51

4+ y ago4:51

4:51

©2019 Punkhouse Press RecordsAll lyrics written by Martin DunnAll Music by Martin Dunn and Dustin Holiferexcept “SCOFF“ written by Kurt Cobain.Tyler Kuhn - 2nd guitar/vox on tracks (2,4,10, and 12)creditsreleased December 14, 2019Less Than Expected is:Martin Dunn - Vox/GuitarsDirt T. Manning - BassChris Manley - DrumsRecorded by Less Than ExpectedT…

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12 SuperFuzzBigMuff W Secret Song 17:26

4+ y ago17:26

17:26

©2019 Punkhouse Press RecordsAll lyrics written by Martin DunnAll Music by Martin Dunn and Dustin Holiferexcept “SCOFF“ written by Kurt Cobain.Tyler Kuhn - 2nd guitar/vox on tracks (2,4,10, and 12)creditsreleased December 14, 2019Less Than Expected is:Martin Dunn - Vox/GuitarsDirt T. Manning - BassChris Manley - DrumsRecorded by Less Than ExpectedT…

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11 The Tilt Shift 5:48

4+ y ago5:48

5:48

©2019 Punkhouse Press RecordsAll lyrics written by Martin DunnAll Music by Martin Dunn and Dustin Holiferexcept “SCOFF“ written by Kurt Cobain.Tyler Kuhn - 2nd guitar/vox on tracks (2,4,10, and 12)creditsreleased December 14, 2019Less Than Expected is:Martin Dunn - Vox/GuitarsDirt T. Manning - BassChris Manley - DrumsRecorded by Less Than ExpectedT…

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10 And The Hippos Were Boiled In Their Tanks 3:12

4+ y ago3:12

3:12

©2019 Punkhouse Press RecordsAll lyrics written by Martin DunnAll Music by Martin Dunn and Dustin Holiferexcept “SCOFF“ written by Kurt Cobain.Tyler Kuhn - 2nd guitar/vox on tracks (2,4,10, and 12)creditsreleased December 14, 2019Less Than Expected is:Martin Dunn - Vox/GuitarsDirt T. Manning - BassChris Manley - DrumsRecorded by Less Than ExpectedT…

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09 FauxCD 2:59

4+ y ago2:59

2:59

©2019 Punkhouse Press RecordsAll lyrics written by Martin DunnAll Music by Martin Dunn and Dustin Holiferexcept “SCOFF“ written by Kurt Cobain.Tyler Kuhn - 2nd guitar/vox on tracks (2,4,10, and 12)creditsreleased December 14, 2019Less Than Expected is:Martin Dunn - Vox/GuitarsDirt T. Manning - BassChris Manley - DrumsRecorded by Less Than ExpectedT…

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08 Old Pain 5:11

4+ y ago5:11

5:11

©2019 Punkhouse Press RecordsAll lyrics written by Martin DunnAll Music by Martin Dunn and Dustin Holiferexcept “SCOFF“ written by Kurt Cobain.Tyler Kuhn - 2nd guitar/vox on tracks (2,4,10, and 12)creditsreleased December 14, 2019Less Than Expected is:Martin Dunn - Vox/GuitarsDirt T. Manning - BassChris Manley - DrumsRecorded by Less Than ExpectedT…

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07 Suicide (and Other Empty Promises) 4:03

4+ y ago4:03

4:03

©2019 Punkhouse Press RecordsAll lyrics written by Martin DunnAll Music by Martin Dunn and Dustin Holiferexcept “SCOFF“ written by Kurt Cobain.Tyler Kuhn - 2nd guitar/vox on tracks (2,4,10, and 12)creditsreleased December 14, 2019Less Than Expected is:Martin Dunn - Vox/GuitarsDirt T. Manning - BassChris Manley - DrumsRecorded by Less Than ExpectedT…

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06 Title Track 5:09

4+ y ago5:09

5:09

©2019 Punkhouse Press RecordsAll lyrics written by Martin DunnAll Music by Martin Dunn and Dustin Holiferexcept “SCOFF“ written by Kurt Cobain.Tyler Kuhn - 2nd guitar/vox on tracks (2,4,10, and 12)creditsreleased December 14, 2019Less Than Expected is:Martin Dunn - Vox/GuitarsDirt T. Manning - BassChris Manley - DrumsRecorded by Less Than ExpectedT…

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05 Deadly Combination 3:36

4+ y ago3:36

3:36

©2019 Punkhouse Press RecordsAll lyrics written by Martin DunnAll Music by Martin Dunn and Dustin Holiferexcept “SCOFF“ written by Kurt Cobain.Tyler Kuhn - 2nd guitar/vox on tracks (2,4,10, and 12)creditsreleased December 14, 2019Less Than Expected is:Martin Dunn - Vox/GuitarsDirt T. Manning - BassChris Manley - DrumsRecorded by Less Than ExpectedT…

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04 SCOFF 4:31

4+ y ago4:31

4:31

©2019 Punkhouse Press RecordsAll lyrics written by Martin DunnAll Music by Martin Dunn and Dustin Holiferexcept “SCOFF“ written by Kurt Cobain.Tyler Kuhn - 2nd guitar/vox on tracks (2,4,10, and 12)creditsreleased December 14, 2019Less Than Expected is:Martin Dunn - Vox/GuitarsDirt T. Manning - BassChris Manley - DrumsRecorded by Less Than ExpectedT…

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03 Bipolar Opposites 6:17

4+ y ago6:17

6:17

©2019 Punkhouse Press RecordsAll lyrics written by Martin DunnAll Music by Martin Dunn and Dustin Holiferexcept “SCOFF“ written by Kurt Cobain.Tyler Kuhn - 2nd guitar/vox on tracks (2,4,10, and 12)creditsreleased December 14, 2019Less Than Expected is:Martin Dunn - Vox/GuitarsDirt T. Manning - BassChris Manley - DrumsRecorded by Less Than ExpectedT…