Best Localhistory Podcasts (2024)

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New Berlin Brewery 24:38

8d ago24:38

24:38

We have a chat with Mike and Gretchen Leckie-Ewing about their North Canton story, and how that lead to them opening the New Berlin Brewery! New Berlin Brewery website: https://www.newberlinbrewingco.com/By North Canton Heritage Society

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Grafton Railroad History with Paul Justy 57:35

5M ago57:35

57:35

We were lucky to speak with Paul Justy, author and Grafton railroad expert. Paul has been a part of the local railroad preservation group for many years, a group which has worked hard to save the historic railroad tower and share knowledge of Grafton's history with everyone. A lifelong resident of Grafton, Paul's interest in the railroad started wh…

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Gerry Matusik and NASA 48:39

10M ago48:39

48:39

This is Part 2 of our discussion with Gerry Matusik, lifelong Grafton resident, focusing on his experiences working at NASA in the machine shop. We get pretty deep into the industry, so you'll find lots to learn listening to this episode. We sort of jump right into the conversation in the beginning and you may want to start with Part 1 to get start…

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Grafton Experiences with Gerry Matusik 48:08

11M ago48:08

48:08

The first part of our interview with Gerry Matusik, lifelong Grafton resident, discussing his experiences growing up in the village, working, pranks, events, the people and places, and why he was glad to stick around.By Grafton-Midview Public Library

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Spitzer Family and Business History 1:05:50

12M ago1:05:50

1:05:50

In this episode we interview Alan and Andrew Spitzer about the Spitzer family and businesses that have been a staple of Grafton for many years. Representing the third and fourth generations of the Spitzer business family, Alan and Andrew talk about the range of businesses the Spitzers have operated, from the beginnings of Spitzer Automobile to the …

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The Last Bell 1:44:20

1y ago1:44:20

1:44:20

In this episode, we celebrate the legacy of Orchard Hill, Clearmount, Greentown, and Northwood as North Canton City Schools enters a new era. Special guests: Jeff Wendorf, Darlene Howland, Josh Runner, Don Myers, and many, many, many more! Special thanks to all of our contributers and listeners! Settle in, this is a long one. Recommended Listening:…

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Fifty Years and Counting . . . 30:28

1y ago30:28

30:28

We reflect on last years 50th anniversary of the North Canton Heritage Society with organization President, Suzi Pachmayer. Plus, hear the proclamation celebrating our anniversary!By North Canton Heritage Society

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Growing up Grafton 1:31:54

1+ y ago1:31:54

1:31:54

On this episode I am speaking with Carl and Joe Filipiak, brothers who grew up in Grafton in the late 1940s and 50s, about their experiences and stories about what the village and community was like at the time. Both are former educators and have lots to share and I think listeners should get a pretty good picture of life here in the Grafton during…

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Eye of the Paranormal Storm 41:11

1+ y ago41:11

41:11

In this special fun Halloween episode, we ponder the supernatural! Surrounded by milestone paranormal destinations, we wonder if normalcy is North Canton's weird claim to fame? We take a look at the surrounding communities and their infamous spooky spots, and we chat about North Canton being in the eye of a paranormal hurricane. Special Guest: Tric…

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Phebe Farr Autobiography Reading 38:18

1+ y ago38:18

38:18

In this bonus episode we are lucky to have a guest reader, Joyce Newman from the Carlisle Township Bicentennial Committee, on the show to read from Phebe Farr's autobiography. Phebe was a child of 6 when her family settled in what became Carlisle Township in February of 1818. This reading is an account of her earlier years in the township which was…

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Quarries of Carlisle 57:05

2y ago57:05

57:05

The quarrying industry boomed in the late 19th century in the area and Carlisle Township has it's share of them. In this episode we are speaking with Chris Smith, one of the authors of the book "The Lost Quarry Industry of Indian Hollow and Willow Park - Grafton, Ohio." This industry created hundreds of jobs and also helped drive the expansion of t…

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The Mission 27:08

2y ago27:08

27:08

YOU, the listener, get the inside scoop on the North Canton Heritage Society's new Mission Statement!By North Canton Heritage Society

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Lorain County Infirmary 1:01:38

2y ago1:01:38

1:01:38

Carlisle Township was the home of the Lorain County Infirmary. In this episode we are speaking with Jared Smith, author the book "Just a Place to Stay Out of the Rain: A History of the Lorain County Infirmary 1868-1976." Jared is a lifelong Carlisle Township resident and historian. He has researched the old Lorain County Infirmary extensively in or…

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Season 2: Trailer 4:49

2y ago4:49

4:49

Hello listeners! We're back with Season 2. It's a little late and a smidge truncated at the moment due to staffing shortages here at Grafton-Midview Public Library, but we haven't disappeared! This season we are taking a special look at Carlisle Township history to celebrate their bicentennial, but we also have some other episodes recorded and plan…

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The History of North Canton, Part Ten: Touchstones 28:36

3y ago28:36

28:36

Season finale! The final (for now) part of our "History of North Canton" mini-series. In this post-script episode, Kevin reflects on what he's learned; rambles on about North Canton today; and recommends a lot of stuff. Plus a heap of thank yous and dedications! Share your touchstone via e-mail OR in the comments of the social media posts for this …

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The Bivins Murders 1:00:03

3y ago1:00:03

1:00:03

One of the many articles reporting the murders of Benjamin Bivins, his wife Sarah, and their daughter-in-law Laura Brownell Bivins on January 31, 1865 by their son David F. Bivins. This article appeared in the Painesville Telegraph on February 9, 1865. Only The New York Times mentions Almira Hart by name in the reporting of the crimes. Courtesy of …

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Genealogy Gems, Part 2 1:31:58

3y ago1:31:58

1:31:58

Cohosts Fred and Kari holding one of the Ancestry DNA Test Kits you can win by listening to the Genealogy Gems episode and emailing the code word to postcardsfromgrafton@gmail.com. What would prompt six librarians to discuss salvia bubbles, murder, Native American princesses, and faraway travels? Genealogy of course! Four more GMPL staffers agreed …

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The History of North Canton, Part Nine: Yesterday and Tomorrow 25:17

3y ago25:17

25:17

North Canton enters the 21st Century! Even as the country struggles with new conflicts, North Canton faces an uncertain future . . . one without the Hoover Company. What happens when the tent-pole of the community is gone? And where can hope be found? Plus - a tornado, a bear, and a pandemic. Special guest Michael Jacobsen, Senior Director of Corpo…

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Old Fashioned Christmas 1:00:04

3y ago1:00:04

1:00:04

Beginning in the late 1970s as a way to highlight the businesses along Main Street, Old Fashioned Christmas has developed into a yearly Grafton tradition. We’re chatting with Tami Mullins of the Library and Tami Smith of Smith & Schmidt Agency: Allstate Insurance about this much loved community event. Both have been involved in the planning process…

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Meet the Farmers 1:16:58

3y ago1:16:58

1:16:58

We've been thinking a lot about food and farmers. When you drive through the Grafton area, it’s hard not to notice the large fields of farmland or a tractor traveling down the road. With the COVID-19 Pandemic we’re cooking more at home, and questioning our shopping and dining habits and the origins of the food on our plates. Less than 2% of the U.S…

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Behind the Stacks at GMPL, Part 2 49:31

3y ago49:31

49:31

Miss Katie and Miss Kari showing off the new 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten train in the summer of 2020; and Miss Maggie, Miss Katie, and Miss Kari celebrating the arrival of caterpillars in spring of 2021. We had a little trouble getting Fred's microphone to sync this episode. His voice carries, but there are a few moments where Katie and Kari's …

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Behind the Stacks at GMPL, Part I 1:17:23

3y ago1:17:23

1:17:23

One of our guests this episode, Tami Mullins, at GMPL back in the day. We had a small technical issue this episode. Around the 2 minute mark when Tami is discussing summer reading, Kari's microphone cuts out. It lasts until around 04:22 when we replaced the batteries. We apologize for the inconvenience! A lot of things happen in a library, like hav…

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The History of North Canton, Part Eight: Milestones 31:24

3y ago31:24

31:24

In this latest installment of “The History of North Canton,” the city and the country celebrate major milestones heading into the new millennium. In the aftermath of the Vietnam War and the Watergate scandal, the country looks toward the 1976 bicentennial celebration in the hopes of boosting spirits. North Canton itself celebrates its sesquicentenn…

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1965 Palm Sunday Tornado 41:48

3y ago41:48

41:48

On April 11, 1965 a tornado tore through the Village of Grafton at 11:23 pm. The tornado that hit Grafton was part of a larger, infamous outbreak known as the Palm Sunday Tornadoes. Over the span of 12 hours, 37 tornadoes were unleashed on Iowa, Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio. The outbreak claimed 260 lives, 140 in Indiana alone, …

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Dairies, Cemeteries, and the Arts 1:29:08

3y ago1:29:08

1:29:08

Author and artist Renee Durkee Atkinson holding her book Rum Run. The Durkee Farm during the 1870s. The Orchard Cheese Factory at the corner of Butternut Ridge and Durkee Road. Atkinson's great-great grandfather and Civil War veteran Oel Durkee stands in front. Our special guest made a of couple errors when chatting with us (It happens when there's…

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The History of North Canton, Part Seven: Boom 30:44

3y ago30:44

30:44

With World War Two over, the population of North Canton explodes. The town becomes a city and benefits from the generosity of the Hoovers. As new churches spring up across the city, Walsh College is formed. And a fire marks a yet another change to Main Street.

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Genealogy Gems: Part I 1:52:01

3y ago1:52:01

1:52:01

What would prompt four librarians to discuss salvia bubbles, comfort food, faraway travels, and black and white photographs? Genealogy of course! GMPL staffers Maggie Noble, Tami Mullins, Crystal Samol, and Pam Myers agreed to chat with us about what might be lurking in their family trees and take Ancestry DNA tests. Do their results confirm their …

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Old Grafton School 54:49

3y ago54:49

54:49

Artist studios. Concerts. Community theater. Historical exhibits. Monarch butterfly garden. Community garden. The vision that Carlee Mahajan has for the Old Grafton School on Elm Street is ambitious and creative to say the least. We chat with Mahajan about the history of the school building, how she acquired the property, the work that has been com…

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The History of North Canton, Part Six: World War Two 1:13:01

3y ago1:13:01

1:13:01

The world goes to war and North Canton answers the call. Note: the static you hear in this episode is intentional. It's reason is explained at the end. Special guests include: Cheryl and Steve Warren Dr. Richard Werstler Harry Schiltz Special thanks to: Tom Wilson and Susan Hemli Hometown Heroes: https://vimeo.com/3595056…

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Postcards from Grafton Official Trailer 6:45

3y ago6:45

6:45

We know the power of stories. And we know that history is more than just dates and names on a page. We're two history-loving librarians from the Grafton-Midview Public Library exploring the most fascinating people and places in our community and everything in between. This podcast is made possible by the Grafton Village History Association.…

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The History of North Canton, Part Five: The Greatest Generation 25:03

3y ago25:03

25:03

World War Two has begun. As the United States gears up for war, North Canton begins taking in children from England to provide them with safety and shelter. Meanwhile, the Hoover Company has to change course as their male employees are sent off to war and the company must shift from sweepers to munitions. Special guests: Megan Early, former directo…

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The History of North Canton, Part Four: New Berlin and the Great War 37:37

3y ago37:37

37:37

The town continues to expand thanks to the success of the Hoover sweeper, but World War One looms large in the minds of its residents. This prompts its citizens to ask - with a war against Germany raging, is it still appropriate to be called New Berlin? Meanwhile, the Hoover Sweepers eye a National Championship and a terrible pandemic spooks the to…

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The History of North Canton, Part Three: Hoover 16:22

3+ y ago16:22

16:22

An allergic tinkerer and a tannery owner summon a bold new future for New Berlin . . . and the world. Special guest: Megan Early, former director of the Hoover Historical CenterBy North Canton Heritage Society

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The History of North Canton, Part Two: Second Generation 33:53

3+ y ago33:53

33:53

In this second installment of "The History of North Canton," we meet three people whose lives reflect the past, present, and future of late 18th century New Berlin. Special guest: Nathan HavennerBy North Canton Heritage Society

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The History of North Canton, Part One: 1831 18:36

3+ y ago18:36

18:36

Get ready for a crash course in North Canton history! In this first episode of a special series, we are taking you back to the earliest years of our community to explore how North Canton was founded.By North Canton Heritage Society

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Sweet Woodside Memories 49:31

3+ y ago49:31

49:31

Baby Boomer brothers Blair, Bruce, Brian, and Brent Woodside have a chat about Christmas traditions and growing up in North Canton.By North Canton Heritage Society

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Odd Characters 17:37

3+ y ago17:37

17:37

Pull up a seat next to the bonfire and hear about some strange individuals from North Canton's past.By North Canton Heritage Society

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NC Police Department 100th Anniversary (LIVE) 30:54

3+ y ago30:54

30:54

Recorded live in February 2020, this episode features former police chief and current North Canton Mayor, Stephen Wilder. He talks about his history in law enforcement, and the past, present, and future of policing and community engagement.By North Canton Hertiage Society

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Doug Wechter and the Century Plaque Program 22:47

3+ y ago22:47

22:47

In this episode, we chat with Doug Wechter, board member, NCHS VP, and creator of the Century Plaque program. We'll hear what kickstarted his doing this and what houses were chosen!

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A Hundred Year Tradition: The Community Christmas Tree 27:17

3+ y ago27:17

27:17

In 1919, Dr WC Steele put up a Christmas tree in front of his office on Main Street. One hundred years later, in 2019, at the exact same spot, we celebrated a century of that tradition. We present stories and reflections of this traditional community celebration.By North Canton Hertiage Society

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A Place in Time: An Introduction 1:41

3+ y ago1:41

1:41

Welcome to North Canton, OhioBy North Canton Heritage Society

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North Canton Memories With David Lukens 34:26

3+ y ago34:26

34:26

Kevin and Amanda take a nostalgia-filled trip with long-time resident David Lukens as he shares some fun stories about growing up in North Canton!By North Canton Heritage Society

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Street Name Origins 18:17

3+ y ago18:17

18:17

Ever drive through North Canton and wonder why a certain street is named such? Here's your chance! Explore street name origins with Kevin and Amanda!By North Canton Heritage Society

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