My name is Kim Newlove. I host The Perrysburg Podcast, which you can find at https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com. I like to ride my bike on Wednesday mornings at 8 AM from the end of May till the beginning of August. This is footage from a bicycle ride from Fort Meigs Historic Site…
My name is Kim Newlove, and I host The Perrysburg Podcast. This is my first ever GoPro video. I recorded is with a GoPro Hero13 Black mounted on a Chesty on July 3, 2026. In this video, you will get a look around the paved path at Rivercrest Park. To…
My name is Kim Newlove, and I host The Perrysburg Podcast, which you can find at https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com. This is short video tour of the Historic District of Perrysburg, Ohio, on my BMWC400X Scooter. I filmed this with a GoPro Hero13Black mounted on a Chesty. Thanks for watching! Please subscribe for…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
🚧 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…
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…
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 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…
