Episodes

The Perrysburg Podcast is three years old! 🎉 In episode 155, I’m celebrating the third anniversary of The Perrysburg Podcast with a look back and a look ahead. This solo episode has four parts: gratitude, stats, lessons learned, and what’s next. I thank listeners, my family, my guests, my sources of information, the City of Perrysburg’s former and current Public Information Officers, my podcast coach Dave Jackson, and everyone who has helped support the show over the last three years. I also s...

In this episode of The Perrysburg Podcast, I share the story of how a foot injury led me to become a lap swimmer at the Fort Meigs YMCA at age 35 — and how that journey introduced me to my swim coach and friend, Mary Chris Kay. Mary Chris helped me learn how to “speak swim,” build confidence in the water, and become part of a swim community at the Y. She has taught kids, coached adults, encouraged beginners, supported competitors, and helped make the pool feel like a place where people belong. ...

In this episode of The Perrysburg Podcast, I speak with Tramain Rayford, Founder and CEO of The Program Inc., a Northwest Ohio nonprofit organization dedicated to helping boys become men. To learn more, visit https://www.programinc.org/. Released on Father’s Day 2026, this conversation explores the impact that mentors, role models, and positive relationships can have on young people growing up in father-absent homes. Tramain shares how his own life experiences inspired him to create The Progr...

My guest is Rick Rettig, a City of Perrysburg resident, husband, father of four, retired educator, coach, current President of Perrysburg City Council, and candidate for Ohio's 75th House District. During this episode, Rick shares: What brought him and his family to Perrysburg Why he enjoys living in Perrysburg His career as an educator, school counselor, and coach Stories about raising a family in Perrysburg His passion for community service and leadership Programs and initiatives he hel...

Have you written a book and wondered if you should narrate the audiobook yourself? In this episode, I share 10 audiobook narration tips for local authors who want to turn their books into audiobooks. You'll hear why audiobook narration is harder than it looks, how to set realistic expectations, and what you can do to prepare before you ever press record. I talk about audiobook rights, narration training, pacing, vocal stamina, production checklists, manuscript preparation, recording spaces, aud...

My name is Kim Newlove, and I host The Perrysburg Podcast. I love podcasting, and this show has been a fun, weekly service project since July 2023. When I launched it, I only planned to run episodes for a max of 3 years. The last weekly show is scheduled for July 3, 2026. Rather than end the podcast altogether, I decided to change to a monthly schedule after the 3-year podcast anniversary episode on July 3. The Perrysburg Podcast will be partnering with a Perrysburg-based organization for year ...

The Faith Community Leader Series continues today with Perrysburg resident Mohammad Shalabe. He is the current President of the Islamic Center of Great Toledo (ICGT). Mohammad is originally from Palestine. He earned his medical degree in the Ukraine. He is an endocrinologist by training, and he is employed by Mercy Health in Sylvania, Ohio. When he moved to the Toledo area, Mohammad and his family connected with the Islamic Center of Greater Toledo. From the beginning, they found a w...

Today’s episode is about pickleball in Perrysburg, and my guest is “Pickleball Paul,” also known as Paul Smithers. During our conversation, you’ll hear how pickleball became so popular locally, where to play, how beginners can get started, why the game has become such a social activity for people of all ages, and more. Whether you’ve never picked up a paddle or you already play regularly, this episode will give you a behind-the-scenes look at one of Perrysburg’s fastest-growing recre...

The Perrysburg Heights Community Association (PHCA) is a nonprofit community organization in Perrysburg Township that helps children, adults, and families through education, wellness, food assistance, recreation, and community support programs. It started in 1991 as a response to concerns about children struggling academically in the Perrysburg Heights neighborhood. Over time, it grew from a small after-school tutoring effort in a construction trailer into a full community center offering: aft...

This is a Mother’s Day themed episode. Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms in Perrysburg and beyond! This episode publishes on Friday, May 8, 2026, and Mother’s Day in the United States is on May 10. Note: Even though this episode celebrates Moms, Mother’s Day can also feel complicated, painful, or bittersweet for some people. No matter what this holiday feels like for you, I hope there’s something in this episode that resonates with you today. This episode has three parts: First: I peel back ...

Today’s episode is about the Fort Meigs Historic Site, and my guest is John Thompson. He’s the Manager of Historic Programming and Head of Interpretation at Fort Meigs Historic Site. If you’ve ever driven past it and thought, I should check that out sometime, this episode is for you. In this episode, you’ll learn what to see and do at Fort Meigs, what not to miss inside the fort and museum, and how to experience it in a way that really brings history to life. We also talk about how the com...

Today’s episode is about bike trails in and around Perrysburg, OH. I love riding my bike. If you like biking, too, this episode’s for you! Best wishes for a safe and fun 2026 bike season. Note: I use the terms bike trail, multi-use path, and multipurpose trail interchangeably in this episode. A list of trails and websites is below. Multipurpose Trails in Perrysburg Chessie Circle Trail at W.W. Knight Nature Preserve 29530 White Road, Perrysburg. To learn more, visit https://metroparkstoledo.co...

This episode is dedicated to the teens and tweens of Perrysburg and their families. It is my hope that this episode will inspire you to read, write, and/or draw AND attend this year’s Northwest Ohio Teen Book Festival. To read the FULL show notes, visit https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/143. The Northwest Ohio Teen Book Festival is Saturday, April 25, 2026 at the Toledo School for the Arts. To learn more about it, I sat down with Denise Phillips (Teen Book Festival Committee Member and Gatherin...

In this episode of The Perrysburg Podcast, host Kim Newlove interviews Heather Gallant, Executive Director of The 577 Foundation. Located at 577 E. Front Street, this nonprofit arts and nature education center offers free access to its beautiful grounds, along with classes (for a fee), events, and opportunities to connect with others in the community. Heather shares the history of the property, what The 577 Foundation is, and why it’s such a special place in Perrysburg. You’ll also hear about p...

Kaizen Educational Group in Perrysburg offers comprehensive support for children with learning differences—all under one roof. In this episode, co-owners Jill Michaelson and Chelsea Siebenaler explain how their multidisciplinary team evaluates and supports children ages 2.5 through high school (and sometimes beyond). Learn how Kaizen helps families navigate ADHD, autism, dyslexia, executive functioning challenges, and more through detailed evaluations, therapy, advocacy, and support. They also ...

This episode highlights a student-led, non-profit organization called Musicians for Causes. These high-school-aged musicians perform in the community and at local businesses. They’re a great example of how young people in our community are stepping up—not just to showcase their talent, but also to make a positive impact locally. If you know of an organization or business who would like Musicians for Causes to perform, reach out via their social media or email. If you are a high school musician...

🚧 Today’s episode includes a conversation with the following individuals about Revitalize Perrysburg Phase 2 (a construction project in Historic Downtown Perrysburg): Zoe Williams, Director of Marketing, Perrysburg Chamber of Commerce Tom Haar, Staff Engineer/Revitalize Perrysburg Project Manager, City of Perrysburg Engineering Division Casey Kenworthy, Public Information Officer, City of Perrysburg Kim Newlove, Perrysburg Resident and Podcast Host Our conversation was recorded Monday, Marc...

In this episode, I share seven poisoning prevention messages in honor of National Poison Prevention Week, which is March 15-21, 2026. I am an Ohio-licensed pharmacist, and I have provided poisoning prevention education as a volunteer for more than 10 years. This episode has three disclaimers: This podcast episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for medical guidance specific to your situation. Listener discretion is ...

If you’re looking for fish on Fridays during Lent, this episode’s for you! I’m sharing local fish fries, restaurants that serve fish, and a few easy Friday fish dinner ideas from my own kitchen. Thank you to my friends, family, and the Perrysburg, OH Facebook Group for sharing ideas for this episode. Friday fish fries mentioned in this episode In Perrysburg St. Rose Catholic Church https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18XQFXetu5/ Walt Churchill’s Market https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1E6VX55eca...

This episode is part of the Faith Community Series. We’re talking about Perrysburg’s Christian Science Reading Room today. Christian Science Reading Room 204 E. South Boundary St. Perrysburg, OH 43551 419-874-0371 https://www.christiansciencenwo.org Reading Room Hours: Tuesday-Friday 1-4 PM and Saturday 9 AM - 12 Noon First Church of Christ, Scientist 228 E. Dudley Street, Maumee, OH 43537 https://www.christiansciencenwo.org/1stMaumee/ Note: this episode focuses more on where the Christian ...

According to https://www.historicperrysburg.org, the mission of Historic Perrysburg, Inc. (HPInc.) is to cultivate an interest in and awareness of the history and architecture of the Perrysburg area. In my own words, Historic Perrysburg Inc. is a volunteer-driven organization that keeps our town’s stories, architecture, and character alive. In this episode, host Kim Newlove talks with Joy Studer (President) and Caroline Hoffmann (Board Member, Membership Committee) about Historic Perrysburg, In...

Acoustics for Autism is a free, all-day community concert in Uptown Maumee that raises money for Project iAM, a local nonprofit providing scholarships for therapy, equipment, and services for individuals with autism in Northwest Ohio. In this episode, I talk with volunteer Scott Hayes about how the event works, what to expect, and why it matters to families — including many from Perrysburg who have supported and/or benefited from the fundraiser over the years. We discuss the music li...

With the Winter Olympics underway, curling is back in the spotlight. Perrysburg resident Chris Meyer of the Bowling Green Curling Club joins me to explain how curling works, what to watch for during Olympic matches, how you can try curling at the Black Swamp Curling Center, and more. Learn to Curl Sign-Up: https://bgcurlingclub.com/index.php/events/learn-to-curls Black Swamp Curling Center, Home of the Bowling Green Curling Club Chris Meyer, Treasurer treasurer@bgcc.com 19901 N...

Girl Scouts has been part of many childhoods, including mine! But, what's Girl Scouts like in 2026? In this episode of The Perrysburg Podcast, I talk with Erika Jackson (a Recruitment Specialist with Girl Scouts of Western Ohio) about what Girl Scouts is like in 2026 and how families in Perrysburg can get involved. We talk about who Girl Scouts is for (kindergarten through 12th grade), how troops are structured, what meetings look like, and how the girl-led model helps girls build confidence, ...