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The home of Magic 93, 97.9X, HOT 97.1 and NASH-FM 93.7 for Northeast and Central Pennsylvania! Check out Sunday Magazine every Sunday morning, where we shine a spotlight on local issues, events, organizations and groups! Reach out to be featured or learn more!

NEPA Sunday Morning Podcast

Sunday Magazine: February 15, 2026

(00 - 12:34) Scranton native Maria Piccolino joins the show to discuss the issue of bullying, and the importance of teaching "anti-bullying" in our youth. She authored a book titled "Be a Buddy, Not a Bully(Speak Up, Stand Strong)" that helps parents teach their children to become allies instead of bullies at a younger age. The book providers a series of steps and interactive "Reflection Pages" that can be used at home, in classrooms, with counselors and more. It shines a spotlight on the importance of choosing kindness and showing bravery between ages 5-9. Piccolino said the book is available to purchase on Amazon and Barnes & Noble, and can be accompanied with a program for the school as well.  Learn more about the initiative here

(12:35 - 17:29) February is American Heart Month, and executive leadership board member for the American Heart Association's Eastern State Region Kara Seitzinger joins Frankie to talk about heart health. Cardiovascular disease is now the #1 killer of women in the US. She says 1 in 3 women will die of cardiac disease. The American Heart Association wants to spread awareness during the month, by having the public wear red and learn crucial life-saving methods, such as CPR. Learn more at Heart.org

(17:30 - 30) Meghan Carnevale from the Greater Scranton YMCA joins the show to talk summer! Despite frigid February temperatures, Carnevale says early bird registration for the Y's summer camp is open now through March 20th. As a nonprofit, the YMCA provides scholarship's to those who may need financial assistance through the scholarship application. Parents can choose the weeks they want their child in camp, which offers fun and continued education  from June to August through their Quest learning program. She also touched on this year's Healthy Kids Day, which will be May 2nd! This is a free community event. Learn more at GreaterScrantonYMCA.org.

 

(00 - 12:34) Scranton native Maria Piccolino joins the show to discuss the issue of bullying, and the importance of teaching "anti-bullying" in our youth. She authored a book titled "Be a Buddy, Not a Bully(Speak Up, Stand Strong)" that helps parents teach their children to become allies instead of bullies at a younger age. The book providers a series of steps and interactive "Reflection Pages" that can be used at home, in classrooms, with counselors and more. It shines a spotlight on the importance of choosing kindness and showing bravery between ages 5-9. Piccolino said the book is available to purchase on Amazon and Barnes &amp; Noble, and can be accompanied with a program for the school as well.&nbsp; Learn more about the initiative <a href="https://a.co/d/ghsohXT">here</a>
(12:35 - 17:29) February is American Heart Month, and executive leadership board member for the American Heart Association's Eastern State Region Kara Seitzinger joins Frankie to talk about heart health. Cardiovascular disease is now the #1 killer of women in the US. She says 1 in 3 women will die of cardiac disease. The American Heart Association wants to spread awareness during the month, by having the public wear red and learn crucial life-saving methods, such as CPR. Learn more at Heart.org
(17:30 - 30) Meghan Carnevale from the Greater Scranton YMCA joins the show to talk summer! Despite frigid February temperatures, Carnevale says early bird registration for the Y's summer camp is open now through March 20th. As a nonprofit, the YMCA provides scholarship's to those who may need financial assistance through the scholarship application. Parents can choose the weeks they want their child in camp, which offers fun and continued education&nbsp; from June to August through their Quest learning program. She also touched on this year's Healthy Kids Day, which will be May 2nd! This is a free community event. Learn more at GreaterScrantonYMCA.org.
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Sunday Magazine: February 8, 2026

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(00  - 25:16) Nicole Urban tells listeners about Ol' Mother Cluckers - a nonprofit aimed at rescuing neglected and abused farm animals from around the country. Urban explains what the animals go through, their daily needs and how people can help. Aside from rescuing and treating the animals she aims to make the farm an educational hub, teaching people that farm animals are more than just for food or work and their need within our ecosystem. You can learn more about Ol' Mother Cluckers Farm by following them on Facebook and TikTok here

(25:17 - 29:30) Frankie talks about Winter Work Safety with Atty. Andy Shumlas. Whether you work in health care settings, retail, construction or transportation, seasonal injuries are a hot topic when the weather gets cold. Slipping on ice, falls, injuries from shoveling snow and frostbite can wreak havoc across the region and workforce. Employers are responsible for providing safe walkways and protective gear during winter months Many incidents can be cause for a workers comp claim - even driving for work in hazardous conditions. Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn can provide winter safety tips and assist those injured. Learn more at HKWLaw.com

(529:30 - 30) - February is American Heart Month, and cardiovascular disease is the number 1 killer of women in the US. National Wear Red Day is February 6th to raise awareness and join Go Red for Women in their fight against heart disease and stroke. Visit WearRedDay.org to learn more.

(00&nbsp; - 25:16) Nicole Urban tells listeners about Ol' Mother Cluckers - a nonprofit aimed at rescuing neglected and abused farm animals from around the country. Urban explains what the animals go through, their daily needs and how people can help. Aside from rescuing and treating the animals she aims to make the farm an educational hub, teaching people that farm animals are more than just for food or work and their need within our ecosystem. You can learn more about Ol' Mother Cluckers Farm by following them on Facebook and TikTok <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100067203188735">here</a>
(25:17 - 29:30) Frankie talks about Winter Work Safety with Atty. Andy Shumlas. Whether you work in health care settings, retail, construction or transportation, seasonal injuries are a hot topic when the weather gets cold. Slipping on ice, falls, injuries from shoveling snow and frostbite can wreak havoc across the region and workforce. Employers are responsible for providing safe walkways and protective gear during winter months Many incidents can be cause for a workers comp claim - even driving for work in hazardous conditions. Hourigan, Kluger &amp; Quinn can provide winter safety tips and assist those injured. Learn more at HKWLaw.com
(529:30 - 30) - February is American Heart Month, and cardiovascular disease is the number 1 killer of women in the US. National Wear Red Day is February 6th to raise awareness and join Go Red for Women in their fight against heart disease and stroke. Visit WearRedDay.org to learn more.

Sunday Magazine: February 1, 2026

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(00 - 20:02) The Wyoming Valley has seen many historic buildings disappear over the horizon throughout the decades, but has also seen many gain new life  - thanks to historic preservation and restoration through community groups and specialists. Restorationist and educator Steve Kester joins the show to not only discuss the importance of preservation and restoration and how the two differ, but also talks about the need for skilled laborers within the various trades. There is a high need for craftsmen in industries such as woodworking, plaster, blacksmithing and stone carving – and one nonprofit college in South Carolina is taking the lead to reinvigorate student interest. Learn more at ACBA.edu.

(20:03 -  30) Winter is here, and local tire expert Charles Neikam stops by the show to discuss winter safety tips and tricks when it comes to managing your vehicle. He tells listeners the different types of tires and what works best in snowy or icy conditions, and well as reading tire pressure and how to best maintain your vehicle in the cold months. 

(00 - 20:02) The Wyoming Valley has seen many historic buildings disappear over the horizon throughout the decades, but has also seen many gain new life &nbsp;- thanks to historic preservation and restoration through community groups and specialists. Restorationist and educator Steve Kester joins the show to not only discuss the importance of preservation and restoration and how the two differ, but also talks about the need for skilled laborers within the various trades. There is a high need for craftsmen in industries such as woodworking, plaster, blacksmithing and stone carving &ndash; and one nonprofit college in South Carolina is taking the lead to reinvigorate student interest. Learn more at <a href="ACBA.edu.">ACBA.edu.</a>
(20:03 -&nbsp; 30) Winter is here, and local tire expert Charles Neikam stops by the show to discuss winter safety tips and tricks when it comes to managing your vehicle. He tells listeners the different types of tires and what works best in snowy or icy conditions, and well as reading tire pressure and how to best maintain your vehicle in the cold months.&nbsp;

Sunday Magazine: January 25, 2026

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Sunday Magazine: February 15, 2026

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