Spoils of Akron Podcast

Ep. 51 - When Arts Collide

Liz and Chris catch up after their busy Akron weekends before welcoming Matt Weiss and Molly Hartong, founders of the Collide arts initiative in Cuyahoga Falls. Collide was inspired by the growing Akron arts scene, and they celebrated a successful spoken word and art event last Friday. Collide also is the result of the growing presence of ArtsNow in Summit County. 

(Collide's FB: https://www.facebook.com/CollideCF/info/?tab=page_info) 

Ep. 50 - Starring Mayor Horrigan

This must be what it feels like to make it big in the podcasting world. We've made it to Episode 50, and we're so happy that our audience has stuck around for the ride. For our 50th episode, we brought in the Mayor of Akron, Mr. Dan Horrigan. We talked with him about what it's been like since his mayoral term started 88 days ago, and about some issues he's been tackling since then. Thanks for stopping by, Mayor Horrigan, and thank you to all of YOU for your continued support. Here's to a whole bunch more, and to you, Akron!!!

Ep. 49 - A Journey With Jeremy

This week on SOAP, Ryan & Chris sat down with local artist Jeremy Jenkins. Jeremy discusses his trips around the world, which include South Africa and Europe, and his return to his home, Akron. He has several upcoming projects that we talked about, as well as his thoughts on how Akron has changed over the years. You can check out his social media page for all info on his new projects: https://www.facebook.com/JeremyJenkinsArtist/

Ep. 48 - Tiny Shorts, Belly Buttons, and Ping Pong

This week on SOAP, our hosts all sit down together to discuss what's been going on in Akron recently. We talk about Big Love, Tiny Shorts, and about how Liz doesn't have a belly button. We also announce a guest we're super excited about. Give it a listen!

Ep. 47 - Giving Akron Big Love

This week, Liz and Chris sit down with Zach and David Swirsky, two parts of the team behind this weekend's Big Love Festival, which brings together musicians, artists, community organizers, educators, yogis and others to celebrate the many ways Akronites can collaborate. This year's theme is "Building Bridges." Zach and David also talk about creative placemaking, the importance of artists in the neighborhoods and why they call Akron home. Big Love is Saturday, March 12 at Summit Artspace, from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. 

Visit bigloveakron.wordpress.com or find the event on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BigLoveAkron. 

League of Crea​​tive interventionists (https://www.facebook.com/LeagueofCreativeInterventionists/?fref=ts) 

Akron Peace Project (https://www.facebook.com/groups/akronpeace/)

Zach Freidhof (https://www.facebook.com/zachmusic?fref=ts) 

Health Equity for Akron's Longevity and Sustainability (https://www.facebook.com/HealingAkron/?fref=ts)

GAINS (https://www.facebook.com/GAIN4Sustainability/)

Ep. 46 - What's Next: Copali

This week on the Spoils of Akron Podcast, Ryan & Cody sat down with local band Copali members Charles, Blaine, Luke, and Mike. We discussed how the band came together, all of the instruments the guys play, and even get to hear some of the songs they have on their debut album! Check Copali out at www.facebook.com/copalimusic and find more info on their upcoming shows discussed on the podcast.

Ep. 45 - All Hands On Deck

This week on the Spoils of Akron Podcast, all of our hosts got to finally sit back down together. We discussed why Ryan & Cody haven't been around, and, of course, talk about some Akron things they missed, and some Akron things coming up! 

Ep. 44 - A Second Chance for South Street

Joe Tucker, director of South Street Ministries and the Front Porch Cafe, sits down with Chris and Liz to discuss working in one of Akron’s most challenged neighborhoods, along with bringing together community members from all different walks of life and giving people a second chance. They also discuss Akron’s deep roots in recovery culture, along with the bicycle-friendliness of downtown Akron and the possible revitalization of the Summit Lake neighborhood. To find out more about the amazing work Joe does for the community, visit http://southstreetministries.org/ or www.facebook.com/TheFrontPorchCafeAkron.

Ep. 43 - What's Nuevo WIth Nuevo?

This week on SOAP, our hosts sat down with Zack Hirt of Nuevo. We talked about the ins and outs of running a restaurant with your spouse, the beautiful view from the top of the Gothic Building, growing up in Highland Square, and the development of a "new" Nuevo in Cleveland, along with a taste test from Liz & Jason.

Ep. 42 - Channeling Akron

On this week's episode of SOAP, Cody, Ryan, and Chris sat down with one of our favorite Akronite's, Blue Green! Blue and Chris have been friends for years, and subsequently have worked together on many projects, including one of our partners, the Akron Digital Media Center. Blue was on the podcast this week primarily to discuss The Akron Channel, a new project he has been working on and is currently fundraising for. Follow the link below to donate and read the whole story.

https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-akron-channel#/