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View From The Pugh

By Chris Pugh

Podcast from Chris Pugh, Craig Shoup, Joe Frost and Paul Yanchek with regular guest appearances from George Thomas and Bob Garver that discusses pop culture and sports.

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View From The PughJul 15, 2022

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'It's just beyond, beyond," Jackie Popovec talks about chance to open for Pat Benatar

'It's just beyond, beyond," Jackie Popovec talks about chance to open for Pat Benatar

The Vindys lead singer Jackie Popovec talks about the band's upcoming concert on Friday with the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra, the band's upcoming tour with Pat Benatar and her upcoming performance in a Broadway play.

Apr 24, 202410:40
A closer look at "Sugar" on Apple Plus

A closer look at "Sugar" on Apple Plus

Craig Shoup and George Thomas discuss "Sugar" on Apple TV.

Apr 21, 202402:59
Walk Worthy

Walk Worthy

Sermon by Paul Yanchek on 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16

Apr 20, 202427:57
High praise for ‘The Gentleman’ on Netflix and ‘Sugar’ and ‘Franklin’ on Apple TV

High praise for ‘The Gentleman’ on Netflix and ‘Sugar’ and ‘Franklin’ on Apple TV

Craig Shoup​ and George Thomas discuss recent Netflix and Apple TV streaming series and the future of streaming services. Thomas liked “The Gentleman” on Netflix and liked “Sugar” and “Franklin” on Apple TV.

Apr 19, 202435:29
Roy Johnson talks about the Ryan Johnson Memorial 5K

Roy Johnson talks about the Ryan Johnson Memorial 5K

Ron Johnson talks about the Ryan Johnson Memorial Run, which is held each year to honor the memory of Ryan Johnson, a West Branch High School athlete who tragically passed away after running a leg of a four×800 relay during a West Branch track meet in 2008.

The race will be held 9 a.m. May 18 at the high school.

Proceeds for the race go to a college scholarship fund for West Branch athletes.

You can sign up for the race at https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Beloit/RyanJohnsonMemorial5K.


Apr 19, 202416:34
In the Meantime

In the Meantime

Sermon by Paul Yanchek on 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Apr 19, 202430:31
Is Pamela Anderson a good choice to play the lead female role in the "Naked Gun" reboot?

Is Pamela Anderson a good choice to play the lead female role in the "Naked Gun" reboot?

Chris Pugh, Craig Shoup and Robert McCune discuss if Pam Anderson was a good choice to be the female lead on the new "Naked Gun."

Apr 18, 202418:24
We have new No. 1 teams in baseball and softball

We have new No. 1 teams in baseball and softball

Apr 16, 202418:51
No major issues reported in Trumbull County during the eclipse

No major issues reported in Trumbull County during the eclipse

Chris Pugh talks with Guy Vogrin about how the eclipse went in Trumbull County.

Apr 14, 202412:56
The eclipse brought out the crazies

The eclipse brought out the crazies

Apr 13, 202426:25
Who should the Steelers draft first? A tackle, center, wide receiver or cornerback

Who should the Steelers draft first? A tackle, center, wide receiver or cornerback

Apr 12, 202450:33
Author talks about ’100 Things to Do in Ohio Before You Die’

Author talks about ’100 Things to Do in Ohio Before You Die’

Brandy Gleason talks about her new book “100 Things to Do in Ohio Before You Die,” Mahoning Valley places she spotlighted there, her popular “Ohio Road Trips” Facebook group and two book signings she has planned in Trumbull County on April 13 at 11 a.m. at Mesopotamia’s End of the Commons and 3 p.m. at BAM! Books-A-Million Bookstore in the Eastwood Mall.

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Apr 11, 202411:09
Man goes from prison to helping those fighting mental health issues in the Mahoning Valley

Man goes from prison to helping those fighting mental health issues in the Mahoning Valley

Apr 10, 202409:46
A rainy week for Mahoning Valley baseball and softball teams

A rainy week for Mahoning Valley baseball and softball teams

Apr 09, 202417:42
We experience the solar eclipse live on air

We experience the solar eclipse live on air

Apr 09, 202423:20
Canfield's Preston Tolnar, 8, to compete in Augusta National Golf Course contest

Canfield's Preston Tolnar, 8, to compete in Augusta National Golf Course contest

We talked with Canfield’s Preston Tolnar, 8, a product of the Northern Ohio PGA’s Junior Golf Program who will compete in the Drive, Chip and Putt Finals at Augusta National Golf Course on Sunday.

The contest will air 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday on the Golf Channel. Preston’s group is slated to start play at 10:45 a.m.

There are 80 finalists, representing 31 states, one Canadian province and one Australian resident.

The free, nationwide event is sponsored by the PGA of America, the United States Golf Association, and the Masters Tournament. Players must go through local, sub-regional, and regional qualifying. Players earn points for their performances in the three categories.

Tolnar is the son of Brian Tolnar, PGA, the Director of Golf at Mill Creek and was the 2023 NOPGA Junior Player-of-the-Year in the Boys 8-9 Division.

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Apr 05, 202412:58
Would you eat the Renegade Dog?

Would you eat the Renegade Dog?

Apr 05, 202424:47
⁠Punxsutawney Phil and his wife had babies?

⁠Punxsutawney Phil and his wife had babies?

Apr 05, 202412:56
What do you think about Hulu and Disney on one app?

What do you think about Hulu and Disney on one app?

Apr 05, 202450:31
'Eclipse' author gives advice about watching Monday's solar eclipse

'Eclipse' author gives advice about watching Monday's solar eclipse

Apr 05, 202428:04
Reviewing the Steelers offseason so far

Reviewing the Steelers offseason so far

Apr 05, 202441:42
We talk with Tessa Sentell about 'The Story So Far'

We talk with Tessa Sentell about 'The Story So Far'

Apr 03, 202427:33
We preview the upcoming solar eclipse

We preview the upcoming solar eclipse

Apr 03, 202443:18
A closer look at 'Kung Fu Panda 4'

A closer look at 'Kung Fu Panda 4'

Apr 03, 202421:06
Ethan Faulkner named new YSU head basketball coach

Ethan Faulkner named new YSU head basketball coach

Apr 03, 202424:21
Looking for Life

Looking for Life

Apr 02, 202422:26
It is Finished

It is Finished

Apr 02, 202411:43
We chat with "Boom Boom" Mancini

We chat with "Boom Boom" Mancini

Apr 02, 202430:46
Fundraiser from 'Boom Boom Mancini to help Youngstown teen in remission with leukemia

Fundraiser from 'Boom Boom Mancini to help Youngstown teen in remission with leukemia

Apr 02, 202405:14
Concertgoers had a 'Wild Night' at a recent John Mellencamp show in Toledo

Concertgoers had a 'Wild Night' at a recent John Mellencamp show in Toledo

Apr 01, 202401:02:26
What does Cordarrelle Patterson mean for the Steelers?

What does Cordarrelle Patterson mean for the Steelers?

Apr 01, 202442:20
We talk about our issues with Donald Trump selling Bibles

We talk about our issues with Donald Trump selling Bibles

Apr 01, 202449:54
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine visits the Mahoning Valley

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine visits the Mahoning Valley

Mar 28, 202450:18
A look back at Ursuline's great season

A look back at Ursuline's great season

Mar 28, 202433:15
I Thirst

I Thirst

From Paul Yanchek's sermon series on "7 Sayings of Jesus From the Cross."

-Why is understanding the full humanity of Jesus just as important as understanding His full deity?

Mar 28, 202421:24
Into Your Hands I Commit My Spirit

Into Your Hands I Commit My Spirit

Paul Yanchek speaks about "Last Sayings of Jesus on the Cross."

Mar 27, 202421:29
Report: Out-of-school suspensions, expulsions are on the rise in Ohio schools

Report: Out-of-school suspensions, expulsions are on the rise in Ohio schools

Mar 27, 202408:41
How we should react to Youngstown being among most obese cities in the U.S.

How we should react to Youngstown being among most obese cities in the U.S.

Mar 23, 202428:39
Ursuline looks to bring home second state basketball title

Ursuline looks to bring home second state basketball title

Mar 23, 202432:58
The Steelers are in the middle of the great wide receiver hunt

The Steelers are in the middle of the great wide receiver hunt

Mar 22, 202456:04
We talked after the first day of Steelers free agency

We talked after the first day of Steelers free agency

Mar 16, 202452:28
⁠Meet the husband who boarded flight alone and left his wife while she was at Starbucks⁠

⁠Meet the husband who boarded flight alone and left his wife while she was at Starbucks⁠

Mar 16, 202401:12:01
Do we want Aaron Rodgers as VP?⁠

Do we want Aaron Rodgers as VP?⁠

Mar 16, 202452:36
My heart must go on

My heart must go on

Chris and Joe talk about his heart procedure and we talk about other goofy stories of interest in pop culture.

Mar 13, 202442:60
Pizza, fried chicken and Subway

Pizza, fried chicken and Subway

Chris and Craig talked about a combination of pizza and fried chicken and an expensive Subway bill.

Mar 13, 202442:16
Steelers ready for free agency

Steelers ready for free agency

Mar 13, 202421:48
This week in Mahoning Valley sports - March 11

This week in Mahoning Valley sports - March 11

Mar 12, 202423:31
This week in Mahoning Valley news - March 11

This week in Mahoning Valley news - March 11

Mar 12, 202424:13
Meet the man who has 4,000 Pez dispensers

Meet the man who has 4,000 Pez dispensers

We chatted with Salem resident William Faith, who has a collection of 4,000 Pez dispensers. He is slated to speak Monday night at the Salem Public Library.

Mar 08, 202433:13
Bob Garver reviews Dune 2

Bob Garver reviews Dune 2

Bob Garver reviews Dune 2. And we give our Oscar predictions.

Mar 07, 202427:39