Erie Podcasts
Localizing your listening feed
Here's a partial list of some of the podcasts made in the Erie area. Email contact@eriereader.com if you have an active podcast you'd like to be included on this list.
Photo: BurntRedHen
In alphabetical order:
The American Tapestry Project: This NPR/WQLN podcast is all about the changing stories of America and how they are woven together to create the story of America.
Website | NPR 1 | Spotify | Apple
Ask JenPsych: A school psychologist answers questions from teachers and parents about learning and behavioral issues.
Bayfront Boys: A sports conversation amongst friends that hits upon news, opinions, and betting.
Bring the Pain: Heat00veride and Dr. Roto report on most professional sports whether it's news, betting or DFS. They offer subscribers advice on championship winning Fantasy sports decisions.
Buddycast: Buddycast is an online live streamed show in which guests/buddies are interviewed about what makes them unique. Buddycast is the chance to share positive stories in the world we live in today.
Website | Facebook | Spotify | Anchor
Colt Classics: Hosts Britty and Jessica (a filmmaker and an equestrian) dream up and create their own visions for "the new best worst horse movie." Part of the Pock Podcast Network.
Website | Apple | Google Play | Spotify
Dads of Erie: Local dads, Jay and R.J., dish about all things family
Apple | TextNotes | IHeartRadio | SoundCloud
Dig: A History Podcast: Four highly educated women take deep dives into historical topics.
Website | Apple | Stitcher | YouTube | Facebook
The Erie Music History Podcast: The Erie Music History (EMH) podcast focuses on interviews with local musicians who actively played out in venues in and around Erie, PA in the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s.
Website | Apple | Google | Spotify
Erie Wellness Connect: A Hartfelt Journey into Wellness, Healing, and Alternative Health in Erie, PA. At "Erie Wellness Connect," we strive to shed light on a wide range of healing modalities, practices, and practitioners available in our area. Whether you're seeking holistic therapies, natural remedies, or transformative experiences, our podcast serves as a gateway to the thriving wellness landscape in Erie, PA.
Everything At Once: Everything At Once is a community-centric podcast that utilizes thoughtful conversation, and a little bit of humor, to exemplify the people who make Erie an easy place to love. Everything At Once releases episodes every Monday morning featuring interesting and highly motivated community members who utilize their creativity and intellect to make our place in the world one filled with vibrancy and unlimited potential for growth.
Flagship Stories: Chris Lantinen (Edinboro University, Modern Vinyl) hosts a long-format interview show along with the Erie Reader's Nick Warren. The pair talk to the people around Erie making an impact and creating the fabric of our community. Presented by the Erie Reader and the Edinboro Beehive.
Anchor.fm | Apple | Spotify | Stitcher
Food Wine & Good Ol' Times: Local historian Courtney Baran serves up some tasty morsels as she examines local food traditions through a historical lens. To fully engage your senses, she shares a delicious food and/or drink pairing to go along with each podcast. History has never been so appealing.
For Comic Junkies: JJ Hodges talks about comic books, their deeper meanings, and how they affect our daily lives.
Website | Apple | Stitcher |Spotify | Podbean
Idiotville: Erie, PA’s Favorite Podcast: Four friends talk with guests about politics, beer, and more in this often-hilarious look at local issues.
Website | Apple | SoundCloud | Player.fm | Facebook
Idiotville Sports: From the creators of Idiotville: Erie, PA's Favorite Podcast, Idiotville Sports covers all the sports things in the Tri State area including Pittsburgh, Cleveland, and Buffalo, as well as local sports like the Erie Seawolves and college athletics.
Apple | Twitter | YouTube | Spotify
The Michael Balko Show: Focusing on inspiration, eponymous host interviews high level athletes and public figures in the hopes to inspire the youth of America.
Next with Marcus Atkinson: This WQLN talk show features important guests from all over the Erie community.
Website | Apple | Stitcher | SoundCloud | Spotify | Facebook
No Hugging No Learning: Hosts Ted Hallowell and Tim Murphy go episode-by-episode through Seinfeld.
Apple | Libsyn | Stitcher | Player.fm
Our Erie: Hosts Lydia Laythe and Marty Nwachukwu's podcast discussions center around "amplifying community voices, bringing new perspectives, and flipping the script on mainstream media."
Website | Apple | Anchor | Spotify | Castbox | Twitter
The Roster: A tongue-in-cheek podcast hosted by two lifelong friends, Annmarie and Echo: self described as "two dumbass twenty-somethings with a lot to say and very little shame."
Simultaneous Catch: An NFL-based podcast hosted by Adam Rossi and Josh Lapping running since 2013.
Apple | Spotify | PodBean | Facebook
Spotlight 814: Erie, PA's local theatre podcast, Spotlight 814 is dedicated to promoting and celebrating the local theatre community in and around Erie. Through a weekly podcast and blog, we will promote, review, and enjoy the magic that is continuously produced on our local stages.
Buzzsprout | Spotify | Podcast Addict
TalkErie – The Joel Natalie Show: On the air at 1530 AM, 105.9 FM, and 103.3 FM, Joel Natalie welcomes many guests to give perspectives on important issues in the Erie community.
Website | Apple | Stitcher | Spotify | Facebook
Tartan Talks: Edinboro University’s Christopher LaFuria hosts this storytelling podcast, deeply exploring topics with each guest.
Website | Apple | Stitcher | Spotify
An incomplete list of an evolving medium: The graphic that started it all, by Jonathan Burdick, via Twitter @RustDirt.
Retired podcasts
Here are some shows that made our original list, yet have formally ended or now lay dormant.
Aspiring for More: Louis Geramita talks to local entrepreneurs in this business podcast.
Apple | Libsyn | Stitcher | Facebook
Cinemantics: Two friends, Tony and Eddie, discuss movies, TV, and beer.
Website | Apple | SoundCloud
Earful: A Disney Podcast: Couple Kate and Patrick Thiem cover the Magic Kingdom.
Website | Apple | YouTube | Facebook
Eerie People: A locally-focused conversation with Jon Gold and Mike McConnel. Last epide September 2019.
Film Grain: The official podcast of the Film Society of NWPA, talking movies and interviewing local figures.
Website | Apple | Stitcher | Anchor | Spotify
From the Newsroom: The Erie Times-News/GoErie show features interviews and news.
Apple | Stitcher | Spotify | Onmy.fm
Grandstories: Andy Pitrone helps to tell the stories of grandparent caregivers, courtesy of the Union City Family Support Center. Last episode in August 2018.
Hauntingly Beautiful: Arie Lombardozzi talks to local creators about topics both dark and light.
Website | Apple | Stitcher | Spotify | Facebook
Huststories: Written, edited, and produced by the students of Mercyhurst University’s Digital History: Storytelling class.
Lake Erie Gumbo: A YouTube-based podcast with three friends, whose unfiltered discussions covering everything from cancel culture to policing to the local music scene.
Leave Your Legacy: Hosted by Chris Norris and Iron Empire founder R.J. Messenger, this podcast launched in 2020 interviews guests and examines what it means to leave one's legacy, whether by entrepreneurship, creative works, or other means.
Anchor.fm | Apple | Stitcher | Spotify
Light City Church Fort Erie Sermon of The Week: A podcast of weekly sermons brought to you by the Light City Church
Apple | ListenNotes | Facebook
Lizard Brain Podcast: Ken Falkenhagen talks with guests “about anxiety, depression and combating that negative voice in our heads.”
Mayor's Weekly Podcast - City of Erie Government: An audio record of Erie Mayor Joe Schember's weekly press conference.
Anchor.fm | Spotify | CAM Erie
No Dice: Hosts Britty, Lou, and Hue navigate a long-distance game of everyone's favorite alliterative tabletop RPG via their characters Ixen, Saoirse, and Perry. Part of the Pocket Podcast Network.
Website | Apple | Spotify | Facebook
No Drop-In Fee: Focused on Brazilian Jiu-Jistu, hosts Scott McCausland (Black Belt) and Kevin McCallion (Purple Belt) talk about martial arts and more.
Website | Apple | Stitcher | Spotify | Facebook
RGC Worthy Podcasts: Dr. Lisa Miller, head of Resource and Governance Consulting, hosts this monthly podcast from CAM Erie talking to different business owners and local professionals.
Website | Anchor.fm | Apple | Spotify | CAM Erie
See, Here’s the Thing: Kate and Patrick Thiem (also of Earful) host a pop culture “expansion pack” to your life – not to be confused with Alec Baldwin’s WNYC podcast. Last episode June 2018.
Stitcher | YouTube | Player.fm | Facebook
Sink, Swim, or Fly: Acclaimed local singer-songwriter Tyler Smilo welcomes guests to talk about addiction, recovery, the creative process, and more.
Slaughter Film: This long-running podcast saw hosts Cory Carr and Forest Tayler talk movies, all from inside an abandoned moon base. Last episode June 2019.
RECOMMENDED: HORROR & FILM
Website | Apple | SoundCloud | YouTube | Facebook | Archive
Sorry, No Podcast: A YouTube-based video podcast filming live from Super Fantastic studio, with Ray Stolz and guest hosts (such as regulars CJ Kanash and Alyssa McCullum) talking about love, sex, and relationships.
Tri-State at the Plate: Hosts Andy and Bob talk baseball goings-on throughout Pennsylvania, New York, and Ohio. Last episode January 2017.
Underdog Podcast: An extension of the restaurant launched by Undercover Billionaire’s Glenn Stearns, Chris Norris interviews people associated with the show.
Urban University: A youth ministry extension of the Erie City Mission, this series interviews community leaders who work with young people, seeking to make a positive change. Last episode December 2019.
Women Really Mean Business: A talk show presented By ATHENA®️ International, this series talks to different female entrepreneurs about their journey.
Website | Apple | Stitcher | Facebook
