This is the Rediscover State College Podcast, where we talk to locals about how they were able to find their happy place in Happy Valley.
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Season 2 of the Rediscover State College Podcast is all about exploring the great outdoors — the sports, activities, and adventures just waiting to be discovered right in your own backyard. Sign up for the Rediscover State College newsletter Check out our blog Check out our State College merch store and show your townie pride! Follow us on Instagra…
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Hiking for Hidden Gems: Exploring Pennsylvania with Purple Lizard Maps
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In this episode, we discuss why Michael focuses on mapping central Pennsylvania and explore the endless opportunities for discovering these woods, regardless of your experience level. Make sure to stick around for our segment called “How to Do the Thing,” where Michael will share three actionable steps for hiking in and around State College. Sign u…
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Hooked on Fly Fishing: Why State College is THE Fly Fishing Destination
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Jamie is the owner and guide for American Fly Fishing Company, leading guided fly fishing trips, and she also serves as a guide for TCO Fly Shop. Previously the president and now a board member of the Spring Creek Chapter of Trout Unlimited, she brings her expertise to the table. In this episode, we’ll delve into what a fly fishing trip entails, wh…
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Iron Mayor: Biking, Triathlons, and Training for Ironman in State College
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Ezra Nanes is not only the mayor of State College but also an avid outdoorsman. Known as the "Iron Mayor," he’s a triathlete who recently participated in the Ironman 70.3 Pennsylvania Happy Valley race and enjoys biking around the area. In this episode, we cover the types of bikes to consider owning in State College, the Borough Council’s plans to …
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Ride the Rapids, Explore the Depths: Kayaking and Caving in State College
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Abbe Hamilton, a local adventurer, shares her journey back to State College—not just once, but three times! We’ll also dive into the local caving community and the vibrant whitewater kayaking scene. Stay tuned for our segment “How to Do the Thing,” where Abbe will provide three actionable steps for paddling the waters around State College. Sign up …
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From Trails to Taps: Outdoor Advocacy with Boal City Brewing
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In this episode, Gordy discusses the plans for the new skate park in State College and how he designed Boal City Brewing to be a hub for the outdoor community. Make sure to stick around for “How to Do the Thing,” where Gordy will share three actionable steps for getting involved in advocacy groups in the State College area. Sign up for the Rediscov…
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Conserving Nature, Climbing Rocks: A Guide to Outdoor Adventures
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Bridget leads outdoor activities for the greater State College community through Clearwater Conservancy’s Centred Outdoors program and is an avid member of the local rock climbing community. In this episode, we explore how Bridget found her way back to State College and why she believes the climbing community is unique. Stick around for “How to Do …
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Working a Big City Tech Job Remotely from State College
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Trevor Calabro's cool job in State College: Working remotely as the lead UX researcher for Bowery Valuation, a NYC based appraisal firm. Trevor built up his manufacturing industry background at companies you'd be surprised are located right in State College: Minitab, one of the largest statistical software companies in the country, and multinationa…
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Teaching Full-time at Penn State without a PhD
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Bill Zimmerman's cool job in State College: Teaching full-time in the Penn State Bellisario College of Communications, without a PhD. Bill wrote for his hometown paper, the Indiana Gazette, for several years right out of college. Although he enjoyed the experience, he was ready to move on from the hectic newsroom job. Bill moved to State College to…
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Running a Children's Musical Theatre Program
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Leah Mueller and Jared Yarnall-Schane's cool job in State College: owning and running Singing Onstage, a children's musical theatre program. Leah and Jared are both life partners and business partners. Leah grew up performing in and around State College, taught music at a local school, and went on to pursue her MFA in acting. Jared went to Penn Sta…
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Opening a Restaurant and Music Venue in the State College Area
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Liz Grove's cool job in State College: owning and running Pine Grove Hall, an upscale restaurant, bar, and music venue. Liz Grove grew up in State College, went to Penn State, then moved to New York City for 20 years. She came back to the area to help her dad with his business. The decision came once again as to whether she should move to a big cit…
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Becoming a Professional Musician in State College
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Eric Ian Farmer’s cool job in State College: professional musician. Eric was born in State College but grew up in North Carolina. He found his way back to Penn State for graduate school, and that's when his music career began. Eric is a singer, songwriter, and educator. His music is inspired by musicians such as Marvin Gaye and Bob Marley, and he d…
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Owning a Real Estate Investment and Interior Design Company
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Josh and Lizzie Parra’s cool job in State College: owners and founders of Parra Design & Build, a real estate investment and interior design company. Josh and Lizzie Parra met while serving at Champs on North Atherton, and promptly moved to Boston once Lizzie graduated from Penn State. They started a petcare business and began their real estate jou…
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This is the Rediscover State College Podcast. On this show, we talk to locals about how they were able to find their happy place in happy valley. We can't wait to give you a glimpse into the communities that make State College so special - listen to this trailer to learn more! Sign up for the Rediscover State College newsletter Check out our blog C…
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Season 1 of the Rediscover State College Podcast is all about people who have what we think are some of the coolest jobs in State College. Sign up for the Rediscover State College newsletter Check out our blog Check out our State College merch store and show your townie pride! Follow us on InstagramDoor Brad Groznik
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