Mr. Curiosity

Latest Episodes:

The Dr. Kopesky Episode Nov 21, 2022

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In this episode, Joe goes dental with Dr. Gary Kopesky from the Hamlin Dental Center in Wayne County.

Let's talk about teeth; brushing, flossing, whitening, removing, destroying, and healing!

Dr. Gary is no ordinary dentist, he not only finished in the top 20% from Pittsburgh School Of Dentistry but has been seen wearing shorts with cats flying through space on them!

What does it all MEAN!?!?

After listening to this episode, you'll not only end up with healthier dental habits, but you'll learn to spit and not rinse, save your enamel, and even pick up some dating advice on dealing with those individuals who over-whiten their teeth!?!?

Get your ears and teeth into this one!

The Doc Medek Episode Nov 07, 2022

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In this episode of Mr. Curiosity, Joe and Local radio icon Doc Medek from Froggy 101 discuss his not-so-local beginnings and how his inability to stay focused and read books led him to a volatile yet successful career in radio!

Wait, there's more! Doc’s son Chewy joins in for the entire podcast, injecting his own rise from K-Mart to Co-host of the morning show!

Is this the only Father/Son morning radio in the county? Thanks to Chewy, Donald Trump and Joe Biden even stop by... wait... WHAT?

Get it all in your ears - NOW!

The Raegan Medgie Episode Oct 24, 2022

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Forget the fact that she once worked at WNEP, reported for New York City television stations, has degrees in Journalism and Broadcast Meteorology, is full of life and energy, is married to a commercial pilot and even went to dinner with Sam Champion to prepare for her national broadcasts on The Weather Channel. All that is nothing compared to sitting in your stick-shift Mazda in a quasi-parking spot on the streets of Manhattan with your iPhone doing an hour-long podcast (with video) with Mr. Curiosity! Ladies and Gentleman... here's Raegan Medgie!

The Other Chelsea Strub Episode Oct 10, 2022

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In this episode, Joe catches up with his “sister from another mother,” Chelsea Strub. She talks about her new duties and specials at WNEP, life without Mike, her recent reporting from Florida’s Hurricane Ian destruction, AND... peeking through the blinds and hiding from the Instacart grocery delivery person! Get ready to laugh and cry with this one.

The Valerie Smock Episode Sep 26, 2022

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In this episode of Mr. Curiosity, Joe dives deep into the world of WNEP's Valerie Smock!

Just how many "hats" can one person wear?

Mom, Wife, Air Force Reserve, Military Police, Anchor, Producer, Journalist, Reporter, Meteorologist... AND, let's not forget, former girlfriend in a toxic relationship.

She's worn them all!! Peel back your ears and get ready for this one.

The Badlees' Pete Palladino Episode Sep 12, 2022

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In this epic episode, Joe talks with the dynamic and energetic frontman of The Badlees, Pete Palladino!

Yes, The Badlees, one of the most notable roots/Americana rock bands ever AND a band originating right here in WNEP-land back in the 1990s.

Pete discusses the band's history, tales of touring with Bob Seger, Jimmy Page and more!

The Big question… just who is ANGELINE and where is she coming home from?

Joe also reveals his man-crush on Pete and provides details on the band’s latest adventures, including their live gig later this month in Harrisburg!

Let your ears explode with sonic joy from one of the best bands to ever emerge from Pennsylvania, but only after you listen to THIS PODCAST!

The Stacy Lange Episode Aug 29, 2022

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In this episode of Mr. Curiosity, Joe talks with WNEP’s Stacy Lange.

Hear all about her life arc, from her lost cat, time spent as Miss Comet, wearing the marching band fuzzy hat, to busting out of Syracuse University and returning to NEPA.

She also discusses her “trick” to being hired at WNEP over a decade ago and her thoughts on reporting vs. anchoring, snow, hair, motherhood and even Joe? But what about the lost cat?!?

The Guy Palmer Episode Aug 15, 2022

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Sales representative? Product specialist? Salesman? Salesperson?

Just what do you call a guy named Guy who sells cars?

In this Mr. Curiosity, Joe talks with Guy Palmer, a man who knows the car business and who has been entrenched in it locally for decades!

Hear about the smartest ways for you to buy, sell and get an automobile!

The dynamics of putting you behind a steering wheel have surely changed in recent years, Guy and Joe dive in with discussions of supply-chain issues, electric cars, financing, Carvana and even weird things left behind in trade-in vehicles!

The Samantha Ruddy Episode Aug 01, 2022

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In this Mr. Curiosity, Joe talks with Lackawanna County native Samantha Ruddy. Samantha tells jokes, writes funny stuff, and weasels her way into your heart with her gay girl-next-door charm.

The Jon Meyer Episode Jul 18, 2022

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In this episode of Mr. Curiosity, Joe talks to colleague, friend, morning co-anchor and all-around great guy Jon Meyer!

Not only does Jon recap his life, but how EVERYTHING has changed with his new work shift to the early mornings at WNEP.

What about the wife, the kids, the eating habits and his honest thoughts on working with the sometimes eccentric and unpredictable Joe?

Jon also answers YOUR questions submitted through Facebook and email in our Brown Bag Segment.

Does being a dancer really make you a better lover?!? WHAT?!?