News and Interviews of and for Pitt-Johnstown Alumni done by a UPJ Alumni! This is not an official product of the University and does not necessarily reflect the views of any institution.
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Is something rotten in the hamlet of Nottlikely? The rustic charm of a quaint village somewhere in England (or maybe Wales) belies a dark secret. All the men have suddenly disappeared! Not that the women are terribly distressed, each of them having led singular lives before settling in the countryside. If anyone is equipped to solve a mystery it’s Nigella, Lily, Courtney, Hillary, Plod and local amateur sleuth Mother Theresa, if they can spare the time that is. The Tuck Shop Murders is an ep ...
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Episode 37: It's SOIL not DIRT! Featuring Dr. Mitzy Schaney
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It's Geography Awareness week at UPJ and around the country. Matt and David talk about their week and the happenings around campus and then Matt talks to Dr. Mitzy Schaney about Geography Awareness weeks, Soil Judging, and Mitzy needs a favor! Contact Matt at: msernell@pitt.edu Contact Mitzy at: MIS212@pitt.edu Contact David at: DGJ7@pitt.edu…
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Episode 36: Hall of Fame Culture featuring Jill Halapin
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Matt and David welcome Jill Halapin and her son Elliot to the show. We talk about her time at UPJ, the culture she learned and teaches, and share some great stories.Von The Tuck Shop
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Episode 35: Still Not Canceled! Our one year anniversary celebration featuring Jen Tuscano!
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Matt and David celebrate one year of The Tuck Shop Podcast! We then welcome Jen Tuscano to the show and learn about her time at UPJ, her path to the Oakland campus, the impact of teamwork across her whole career, and what the future holds for the UPJ vs Pitt Women's Basketball game!Von The Tuck Shop
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Episode 34: Hat tricks and helping featuring Ed Sheets
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Matt and David talk about his weekend at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and then Matt sits down with Ed Sheets to talk about his UPJ experience, working for the Johnstown Tomahawks, and they break down the remaining 2024 NASCAR season!Von The Tuck Shop
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Episode 33: Abby Gearhart is back!
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Matt and David welcome Abby Gearhart back to the show to talk about the upcoming Lady's Mountain Cat game in Oakland, the upcoming celebration for the the 50th anniversary of the Lady Cat's, Trunk or Treat, and Winterfest!Von The Tuck Shop
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Episode 32: You can get your Cybertruck in any color, as long as it's silver. Featuring Dr. Tim Whisler
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Matt and David are joined this week by Dr. Tim Whisler, head of the Business and Enterprise Division. Beyond talking about the upcoming Division Reunion, Tim talks about his career, what lead him to his interest in economics, and the group does a quick dive into the world of British automobiles. Register today for the Business and Enterprise Reunio…
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Episode 31: We catch our breath...
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Just Matt and David today but it gives us a chance to catch up with everything that happened with the two division reunions and Homecoming. We also run down the calendar to learn about everything coming up in the next few months. Contact Matt if you would like to be considered for the show at: msernell@pitt.edu. Register for the Business Reunion at…
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Episode 30: A Lesson in Leadership with Jim Dittmar
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Matt and David welcome Jim Dittmar to talk about the upcoming Frances Hesselbein Legacy and Leadership Program that will be held on campus October 5th. Register for the Leadership Program here: https://give.cfalleghenies.org/frances Register for the Business and Enterprise Reunion here: https://www.johnstown.pitt.edu/business-and-enterprise-reunion…
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Episode 29: Social Scientist of UPJ, now is our time! Featuring Dr. Ross Kleinstuber
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Dr. Ross Kleinstuber, head of Social Sciences at UPJ, joins us to talk about his work on campus, the Inside Out Program, and the upcoming Social Science Reunion! Register for the Social Science Reunion here: https://www.johnstown.pitt.edu/social-sciences-reunionDivision of Social Sciences Register for the Education Reunion here: https://www.johnsto…
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Episode 28: There will be homework. A visit with Dr. Rowland from the Education Division
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Matt and David welcome Dr. Rowland from the Education Division who shares her background, what brought her to education, and all the fun details about the upcoming UPJ Education Reunion on September 28th! Register for Education at: https://www.johnstown.pitt.edu/education-reunion Register for Social Science at: https://www.johnstown.pitt.edu/social…
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Episode 27: Fall term begins (Featuring Dawn Miller)
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Matt and David are back for the 24-25 Academic Year! We have a huge list of events coming up for every alumni and we go over each of them before we welcome Dawn Miller to the show. Dawn is a 2024 graduate with an amazing love for literature and dedication to UPJ! Education Reunion Registration: Division of Education Social Science Registration: Div…
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We bring a close to the 2023-2024 Academic Year's episodes with a recap of the last few weeks and a reminder about all the fun fall activities already on the calendar. If you think your story would make a great podcast, email Matt at msernell@pitt.edu today! Thank you all for being loyal listeners of The Tuck Shop Podcast!…
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Episode 25: Events for Everyone!
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David returns from vacation this week just in time to look at a jam-packed calendar of event. There is fun for everyone in the next few months! Matt and David go over each event on today’s podcast and throw in some fun as well! Alumni Golf: upj.pitt.edu/alumnigolf UPJ Night at the Pirates: https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/PJN0606 UPJ Greek Reunion…
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Episode 24: She asked to be here! (Featuring Addi Georgantzis)
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This week Matt sits down with Addi Georgantzis. Addi is an alumni fan of the program and wanted to talk about her experiences. They cover all sorts of topics from being a student to working as a Nurse in New York City during the pandemic. If you want to be considered for a spot on the podcast email msernell@pitt.edu today! UPJ Alumni Golf Classic: …
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Episode 23: A Study Guide
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Matt reflects on the amazing Graduation event from the last week and then we have a bit of a 'best of' for new listeners to hear for the first time and long time listeners to enjoy again! 4:00 Kim dorchak 8:00 John Wozniak 10:08 Sarah Matatall 13:55 Mark Stephens 15:30 Coach Pat Pecora 19:32 Hannah Frizzell and Adelynn York Alumni Golf UPJ Greeks…
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Episode 22: Finals Week for Spring 2024
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Matt and David talk wrap up the academic year with some stories about final weeks long gone and spend a little bit of time thinking ahead to several big events coming up in the Summer. Alumni Golf: www.upj.pitt.edu/alumnigolf All Greek Reunion: https://www.upjgreeks.org/all-greek-reunion-2024.html Update your Contact Info: https://www.alumnionline.…
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Episode 21: Remembering an Alumni and an American Hero featuring Col. Jim Moschgat
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After catching up with David on a variety of upcoming events, Matt sits down with Col. Jim Moschgat to discuss his fascination with UPJ alum Buzz Wagner, the first American World War II ace, his efforts to tell Buzz's story, and what it meant during WW II and today. The Chapter 221 documentary Alumni Golf Registration UPJ Greek Reunion Update your …
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Episode 20: The life long journey of learning with Jim Sestrich
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In today's episode we spend some time talking with Jim Sestrich about his time here as a student, working his career, and then returning as a student in the Learner Plus program offered by UPJ. Subscribe at: https://thetuckshop.podbean.com/Golf Registration: upj.pitt.edu/alumnigolfGreek Reunion: upjgreeks.org…
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Episode 19: Honoring a former Professor featuring Carrie Law
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Carrie Law, class of 2014, joins the show today to discuss her time as a student at Pitt-Johnstown. Collecting a variety of different majors. And a very special project that brings her back to campus.Von The Tuck Shop
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Episode 18: A discussion with Alumni Award winners featuring Hanna Frizzell and Adelynn York
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Matt reviews some upcoming events with David including the Alumni Golf Classic and the Greek Reunion before welcoming Hanna Frizzell and Adelynn York to the podcast. Both are students who have won the Alumni Award Scholarship. Learn about their stories and what your support of the Alumni Association does to help students. Golf Registration: upj.pit…
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Episode 17:A Long Distance Call to Japan featuring Joe Ettien, USMC
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Matt and David get caught up after a few weeks and then Matt talks to Joe Ettien, recent alumni and currently deployed Marine stationed in Japan! Alumni Golf Registration (May 31st): https://www4.upj.pitt.edu/pub/golf/ All Greek Reunion (May 31st, June 1st): https://securelb.imodules.com/s/1729/2-pittsburgh/interior.aspx?sid=1729&gid=2&pgid=6794 Sp…
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Episode 16: An Underground Railroad history lesson featuring Denise Jennings
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This week Matt welcomes Denise Jennings, an alumni who has spend much of her time working on programs including helping build the Blairsville Underground Railroad. To learn about the Blairsville Underground Railroad, visit: https://undergroundrailroadblairsvillepa.com/Von The Tuck Shop
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Episode 15: A trip to the Principal's Office featuring Dr. Doug Ledney
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This week the show makes a stop in the Principal's office when we talk with Dr. Doug Ledney from the UPJ Education Division. Doug talks about his time as a student, the work he does now helping future teachers, and the Alumni Junior Scholarship! Registration for the Engineering Week Reunion at: pi.tt/ECSReunion24…
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Episode 14: A generational affair with Bruce and Brett Haselrig
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Today we talk to Bruce and Brett Haselrig about their experiences both as a family and individuals at UPJ.Von The Tuck Shop
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Episode 13: Pitt Day of Giving Featuring Institutional Advancement
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This week is all about the upcoming Pitt Day of Giving. I welcome Institutional Advancement to the show to talk about PDOG. Your support for PDOG helps generate interest, funds, and engagement across the board for UPJ. For information on how to donate and to watch the live stream on February 27th visit http://www.upj.pitt.edu/pdog…
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Episode 12: A checkup with Allied Health and Respiratory Care...
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This week we talk to Tara Penrod and Stacey Hufman of Allied Health and Respiratory Care about their program, Stacey's time here as a student, the changes to campus over time, and so much more! If you are interested in attending UPJ night with the Johnstown Tomahawks, visit: https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/upjalumnihawks…
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Episode 11 The Show goes to Winterfest 2024!
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In this week's episode, the show goes to Winterfest and we talk to some of the alumni attending...watch some basketball, and enjoy the bonfire!Von The Tuck Shop
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S01E10 From UPJ to the Apollo Program featuring Don Freeburn
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Don Freeburn joins the show to talk about his time at UPJ, how he reached NASA, and what it was like working on the Apollo Program!Von The Tuck Shop
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S01E09 - A chat with Coach Pat Pecora
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Matt and David have practically no athletic ability between them but that doesn't make the conversation with the great Pat Pecora any less fantastic!Von The Tuck Shop
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S01E08 - Winterfest! Featuring Abby Gearhart
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Matt and David welcome Abby Gearhart to the Tuck Shop Podcast to kick off 2024. Abby talks about her time as a student athlete, her current job on campus, and the upcoming 2024 Winterfest! Visit www4.upj.pitt.edu/alumni to register for Winterfest.Von The Tuck Shop
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S01E07 - Looking back at 2023 and forward to 2024!
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Matt and David take a few minutes to talk about the great stuff that has happened in 2023 and some of the highlights already on the calendar for 2024! The Podcast will return in early January 2024!Von The Tuck Shop
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S01E06 - Santa Claus is coming to THE PODCAST! Featuring Mark Stephens
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This week we are joined by Mark Stephens who not only talks about his time at Pitt-Johnstown as a student but his love bringing joy to people by becoming Santa! We also help everyone out with that Holiday shopping with a great way to get Pitt-Johnstown gear. Pitt-Johnstown Resources Learn More About UPJ Giving Connect with UPJ Alumni Update your UP…
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S01E05 - A run down memory lane featuring George Hancock
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Today we recap our Thanksgivings, talk about how you can update your contact information with the University, and have a great discussion with George Hancock about his time as a student, employee, historian, and runner. Pitt-Johnstown Resources Learn More About UPJ Giving Connect with UPJ Alumni Update your UPJ Contact Information…
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S01E04 - A Special Message of Thanks to the Pitt-Johnstown Community
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S01E03 - From Delta Chi to the State Senate Featuring John Wozniak
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Today we talk to retired State Senator and current Alumni Co-President John Wozniak about him time as a student, being a Delta Chi brother, and his time after being a student. Pitt-Johnstown Resources Learn More About UPJ Giving Connect with UPJ Alumni Update your UPJ Contact InformationVon The Tuck Shop
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S01E02 - Pitt-Johnstown Travels the World Featuring Karen Esaias
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S01E02 - Pitt-Johnstown Travels the World Featuring Karen Esaias Pitt-Johnstown Resources Learn More About UPJ Giving Connect with UPJ Alumni Update your UPJ Contact InformationVon The Tuck Shop
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S01E01 - Podcast Liftoff Featuring Kim Dorchak
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Season 1, Episode 1 - Podcast Liftoff Featuring Kim Dorchak Pitt-Johnstown Resources Learn More About UPJ Giving Connect with UPJ Alumni Update your UPJ Contact InformationVon The Tuck Shop
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Episode 5. Publish and be Damned!
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Episode 5. Publish And Be Damned All is abuzz in the sleepy little hamlet of Nottlikely. Nigella is over the moon that her autobiography “Eat, Pray, Fillet” is to be published by Gaga Books. The news is tempered by Lily’s announcement that her children’s nature story “Eats Roots and Leaves” has been published as well. When Courtney arrives to breat…
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Episode 4. Meat Your Maker
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Lockdown Smockdown! Inspired by the runaway success of Lily’s home delivery phone sex start-up “Deliverude”, Nigella launches "Meat Your Maker", delivering freshly butchered meat to neighbouring villages. Her plans are soon threatened when a “cease and desist” demand arrives from Mother Theresa who claims the name infringes the copyright on The Abb…
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A rumour sweeps the village that an entertainment superstar - let’s just call him “Robbie”, has checked in to The Cliff Richards (sic) Wing of The Abbey to detox. The news stirs up “old feelings” for Nigella & Lily , both of whom “knew him” in their “previous lives”. Meanwhile, head of the school board Hillary is at loggerheads with Courtney over h…
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New to the leafy English village of Nottlikely, Nigella has signed up for the Tuck Shop roster at the local school where she encounters the effervescent Lily, flamboyant Courtney, over committed Hillary and a raft of colourful townswomen. She discovers that they have something in common; all their husbands have mysteriously disappeared, not that th…
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Lily discovers Nigella with blood on her hands and … the walls and the floor. Not to worry its “Just Offal” - her new tinned food concept. The village is abuzz as it’s The Festival of St Stevie where all the women gather in the forest, wearing handkerchief dresses, to summon the spirit of the Welsh goddess Rhiannon. There is controversy as town May…
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