Best Gretchen DeBacker Podcasts (2025)

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"Lori Hauser" 46:32

4h ago46:32

46:32

In this episode, we sit down with Matt's guest, Lori Hauser, CEO of Toledo’s beloved Imagination Station. Since taking the helm in 2008, Lori has transformed this hands-on STEM museum into a thriving learning environment that’s fun, collaborative, and inclusive. We get into her leadership journey, her mythical ex-boyfriend, and why Imagination Stat…

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"Kathy & Angel Tucker" 54:50

11d ago54:50

54:50

Back from a brief break from recording, The Four Hundred & Nineteen doesn't miss a beat. On this episode, Gretchen welcomes 2 close friends who are the dynamic duo behind Toledo Share Wine - a new business coming to downtown Toledo. Thanks to our sponsors: Whetro Wealth Management WorkSpring

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"Capt. Bobby Chromik" 1:03:10

1M ago1:03:10

1:03:10

He runs an award-winning social media account, but more importantly than that, Gretchen's guest is a true civil servant. Capt. Bobby Chromik joins us to talk about the Lucas County Sherriff's office and how he built one of the most prolific social media accounts in the region. Thanks to our sponsors: Whetro Wealth Management WorkSpring…

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"Rev. Gayle Catinella" 1:01:39

2M ago1:01:39

1:01:39

It was bound to happen... On this episode of The Four Hundred & Nineteen, both Gretchen and Matt invited the same guest. Luckily, Gretchen took the lead and Rev. Gayle was far too comfortable leading Matt on. Regardless of how she got here, we had a great discussion about life, Toledo, faith and more. Thanks to our sponsors: Whetro Wealth Managemen…

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"Sam Melden" 1:02:26

3M ago1:02:26

1:02:26

When our next guest had his own podcast, Kevin was guest #1 (technically 0, because it never released), so naturally Kevin waited until Season 2 to welcome him on. This episode, Kevin welcomes one of his closest friends and favorite elected officials - District 5 City Councilman, Sam Melden to talk family, work, and all things Toledo. Thanks to our…

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"Phil Skeldon" 58:56

4M ago58:56

58:56

Gretchen welcomes one of her dearest friends, and not surprisingly he's connected (perhaps even related) to her co-hosts as well. Phil Skeldon is a true servant leader, a member of a powerhouse Toledo family, and an impassioned advocate for social justice and equity in every sense of the word. Thanks to our sponsors: Whetro Wealth Management WorkSp…

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"Dave Zenk" 58:43

4M ago58:43

58:43

It's a special 419 Day release of The Four Hundred & Nineteen. We love our Metroparks, and our guests and listeners do to. It's why nearly every guest has mentioned area Metroparks among their favorite amenities around the region. On this episode, Matt welcomes his boss, friend, and fashion inspiration, Dave Zenk, Director of Metroparks Toledo as o…

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"Dr. Amerah Archer" 57:27

5M ago57:27

57:27

In this episode of The Four Hundred & Nineteen, Kevin welcomes Dr. Amerah Archer—Toledo native, scientist, globetrotter, educator, and advocate for advancing youth educational opportunities. Dr. Archer shares her inspiring journey from working in a Chemistry lab to shaping young “Scientists” at Scott High School, and speaks candidly about the evolv…

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"Lexi Staples" 59:05

5M ago59:05

59:05

In this episode of The Four Hundred & Nineteen, Gretchen welcomes the dynamic Lexi Staples—artist, activist, and advocate for Toledo’s creative and LGBTQ+ communities. As the driving force behind events like Toledo Pride and a champion for local artists, Lexi shares her journey, the impact of inclusive spaces, and the power of using creativity to f…

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"Eric Chase & Jameil Aossey" 1:11:07

5M ago1:11:07

1:11:07

We are LIVE from Stone Cut Bistro, the newest restaurant by the Hajjar brothers, and it's no suprise that Gretchen has pushed the envelope yet again... Instead of a surprise guest, we welcome a surprise guest CO-HOST, from Q105, Eric Chase. Eric's guest is a Sylvania native who's worked with Beyonce and Eminem, and he does it all from here in NW Oh…

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"Aaron Grizaniuk" 56:06

6M ago56:06

56:06

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"Marc Folk" 43:24

6M ago43:24

43:24

Matt's first guest of 2025 has his finger on the pulse of the local arts scene, and the organization he leads - The Arts Commission of Toledo - has been the lifeblood of local arts for almost 50 years (he's not old enough to have been there that long...). We had a great conversation with the incomparable Marc Folk and explored his origins as an art…

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"Raina Dawson" 1:01:09

7M ago1:01:09

1:01:09

It's Gretchen's first guest of the year and she couldn't have selected somebody with more energy, passion for the community, or as Liam Neeson would put it "a very particular set of skills." She's not gonna track you down and hurt you with them, but Raina Dawson could certainly send you a perfectly typed letter. One thing we know for sure, you are …

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"Judge Denise Cubbon" 54:53

8M ago54:53

54:53

We kick off 2025 with an iconic Toledoan! Kevin invites his longtime friend, and former Juvenile Court Judge, Judge Denise Navarre Cubbon for an engaging conversation about her path to the bench, love for the community and growing up in Toledo. Special thanks to our sponsors: Whetro Wealth Management WorkSpring (formerly The Employers Association)…

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Best of 2024 50:31

8M ago50:31

50:31

Gretchen, Matt and Kevin are joined by our incredible sponsors, Tim Whetro & Wes Allen, from Whetro Wealth Management, and Megan Casiere, from WorkSpring as we revisit some of our favorite moments of the year for the final episode of 2024. Thanks to our sponsors: Whetro Wealth Management WorkSpring

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"Jacob Parr" 1:01:04

8M ago1:01:04

1:01:04

In a rare twist of the format of the show, Kevin invited a guest that he's never actually met in person. That didn't stop him from admiring the work that Jacob Parr does and his passion for Toledo. Safe to say you won't find anybody who wants to fly Toledo's flag more than Jacob. Sponsors: Workspring Whetro Wealth Management…

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"Erin Baker" 1:00:28

9M ago1:00:28

1:00:28

Gretchen welcomes a Toledo native, daughter of legendary Toledoans and the new development director for one of Toledo's most impactful non-profit organizations, Erin Baker. We talk about life, work, family and more and we're confident you'll love Erin's passion and energy just as much as we do! Thanks to our sponsors: Whetro Wealth Management Works…

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"Nick Morgan" 58:48

9M ago58:48

58:48

In this episode of The Four Hundred and Nineteen, Matt welcomes Nick Morgan, founder of Glass City Improv, to explore the power of improvisation in communication, storytelling, and everyday life. From the stage to the boardroom, he offers practical insights for anyone looking to enhance their communication skills and create meaningful interactions.…

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"Ginny Boggess" 57:05

10M ago57:05

57:05

We had the chance to sit down with NEW University of Toledo Women’s Basketball Coach Ginny Boggess, and she brought some incredible energy and insights to the conversation. From her coaching journey to the challenges and triumphs of leading a Division I program, Ginny gives us a look at what it takes to build a winning team both on and off the cour…

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"John Eikost" 52:12

11M ago52:12

52:12

He's a lover of live music and moving trains and he's Gretchen's 6th most favorite person in Toledo (her words). He's the man behind Toledo.com, tune in to hear the incredibly talented, passionate, and funny John Eikost on this episode of The Four Hundred Nineteen. Thanks to our sponsors: Whetro Wealth Management The Employers Association…

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"Wendi Huntley" and "Chrys Peterson & Riley Runnells" - Live @ Glass City Metropark 1:21:24

11M ago1:21:24

1:21:24

We are LIVE from the patio of the beautiful Glass City Metropark with not one, not two, but THREE incredible women who share their passion, talent and heart with Toledo every single day. Plus, our friend and sponsor Tim Whetro joins us to kick off the show. First up on this episode, Kevin welcomed the CEO of Connecting Kids to Meals, Wendi Huntley …

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"Billy Mann" 42:14

12M ago42:14

42:14

Our latest episode of the Four Hundred Nineteen Podcast, featuring none other than Billy Mann! Billy is a true Toledo powerhouse—bringing his energy, passion, and insight to everything he does. In this episode, we dive deep into his journey with the Boys & Girls Club of Toledo, the lessons he’s learned along the way, and his vision for the future o…

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"Erika White" 53:12

12M ago53:12

53:12

She's a mom, a fitness guru, a community leader AND she's Matt's guest on this episode of the Four Hundred & Nineteen. Erika White talks about growing up in Toledo, raising a family and she share's her emotional motivation for serving our community. The Four Hundred & Nineteen is sponsored by: The Employers Association Whetro Wealth Management…

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"John Jones" 1:00:35

1y ago1:00:35

1:00:35

Naturally Kevin would invite a fellow PA Announcer and bow-tie aficionado, but this episode's guest is so much more than that. This episode we sit down with Reverend John Jones, CEO of Hope Toledo and talk early education, Toledo, and Gretchen confuses him with another local celebrity... The Four Hundred & Nineteen is sponsored by: Whetro Wealth Ma…

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"Chris Hanley" 54:52

1y ago54:52

54:52

It's another mid-month episode of The Four Hundred and Nineteen and this time Matt welcomes a dear friend, Chris Hanley, pastor of Glenwood Lutheran Church to the Four Hundred and Nineteen. Pastor Chris stops short of performing an exorcism on Gretchen, but we aren't ruling out the possibility in the future. The Four Hundred and Nineteen is sponsor…

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"Jamar Winston" 56:28

1y ago56:28

56:28

Gretchen has branded her next guest as the best looking guest we've had on The Four Hundred & Nineteen, but he's also got the HOTTEST job. Please welcome Jamar Winston, from the Toledo Fire & Rescue Department. The Four Hundred & Nineteen is proud to be sponsored by Whetro Wealth Management.

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"Tricia Cullop" 53:23

1y ago53:23

53:23

We’ve got a special edition of the Four Hundred & Nineteen with one of our favorite (former) Toledoans and new Head Coach of the University of Miami Women’s Basketball program, Tricia Cullop. Coach Cullop joins Gretchen, Matt and Kevin to talk basketball, childhood, and her love and appreciation for the City of Toledo. The Four Hundred & Nineteen i…

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"Imam Deeb" 1:03:33

1y ago1:03:33

1:03:33

He's an Imam, a teacher, a community professional and an experienced Development Consultant with a demonstrated history of working in Higher Education and Religious Non-Profits. This month we have a special conversation with Matt's guest, Imam Deeb. How does one become an Imam? How does the Muslim faith participate in community? What can we do to a…

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"Matt Bell" & "Mona Shousher" (LIVE from Toledo Spirits) 1:09:31

1+ y ago1:09:31

1:09:31

You asked for it, and you got it! Our second LIVE podcast episode features the inspiring and game-changing Matt Bell from Team Recovery. His compelling personal history of addiction leads him to his life's work: changing the face of addiction services in our region. His story will inspire you to do better and be better! Next up is the incomparable …

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"Kim Finch" 46:29

1+ y ago46:29

46:29

It's Kevin's turn to invite a guest and he's turning to somebody who seemingly never has a bad day. Plus, she dated a former deodorant model, so needless to say this episode goes off the rails pretty quickly. Kevin is excited to introduce Kim Finch, a dear friend and the Manager, Community Engagement and Events at Buckeye Broadband.…

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"419 Day" 1:33:17

1+ y ago1:33:17

1:33:17

Gretchen, Matt & Kevin take over 1370 WSPD on 419 Day and welcome in great people helping build the 419. Thanks to our special guests: Tim Whetro, Dr. Romules Durant & Andrew Newby. Happy 419 Day from your friends at the Four Hundred & Nineteen.

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"John Amato" 57:53

1+ y ago57:53

57:53

He's an avid gardener, a father, and Matt loves to wear him. It's Matt Killam's turn to welcome in a guest, and he's chosen somebody who's clearly doing better in Toledo, John Amato. The owner of Jūpmode shares the story of how the company got started, where the name is from and his own stories of growing up in NW Ohio. Plus, we talk about Jūpmode'…

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"Pat Bowe" 59:42

1+ y ago59:42

59:42

He's a former college and pro football player, leading one of the largest companies in NW Ohio. He's not from Toledo, but he LOVES Toledo and love bragging to his big city friends about how much better you can do in Toledo. Kevin Mullan welcomes Pat Bowe, CEO of The Andersons, Inc.

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Wade Kapszukiewicz & Rhonda Sewell (LIVE @ Tolhouse) 1:18:13

1+ y ago1:18:13

1:18:13

LIVE at Tolhouse with Gretchen DeBacker's secret guests, the Mayor of the City of Toledo, Wade Kapszukiewicz & from the Toledo Museum of Art, the incomparable Rhonda Sewell.

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"Jeff Smith" 43:19

1+ y ago43:19

43:19

We go behind the anchor desk and explore the life of a local TV News anchor at work and at home. Gretchen DeBacker welcome's WTOL's Jeff Smith as her guest this month.

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"Mary Brucker" 39:12

1+ y ago39:12

39:12

Get ready to laugh and smile with Toledo's foremost expert on BIG events and the SMALL stage. Gretchen DeBacker welcomes in the incomparable Mary Brucker.

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"Nicole Susdorf" 59:49

1+ y ago59:49

59:49

Want to know what the future of Toledo looks like? Ask a teacher turned youth leadership development expert and an all-around great person. She's got nothing in common with Matt, but that didn't stop Kevin Mullan from inviting Nicole Susdorf to sit down for a fun and lively conversation.

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"Elias Hajjar" 52:35

1+ y ago52:35

52:35

He's introduced as the largest buyer of chickpeas in NW Ohio, but you'll quickly learn he's a whole lot more. Matt Killam welcomes entrepreneur, restauranteur, and dad, Elias Hajjar, into the studio for a heart-felt and inspiring conversation.

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The BIG Announcement 6:00

1+ y ago6:00

6:00

While Matt Killam & Kevin Mullan were filling in on 1370 WSPD, Gretchen DeBacker called in to announce the start of our new podcast - Four Hundred Nineteen. Listen to the big announcement and join us in 2024 for all of the fun (and chaos).

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