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21-WFMJ News Podcast

Hosted by 21-WFMJ Newsroom · news · EN-US · 347 episodes

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Podcast originating from 21 News in Youngstown, OH.

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Who hosts 21-WFMJ News Podcast?

21-WFMJ News Podcast is hosted by 21-WFMJ Newsroom. The show has published 347 episodes to date.

What has 21-WFMJ News Podcast covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Is someone haunting WFMJ? Hear from two Valley paranormal investigators about their work" (22 October 2026, 26 minutes), "The Radar: Fall weather impacts on agriculture, giant pumpkins" (15 October 2026, 24 minutes), and "The Outcue: A deep dive into Flock cameras, what was uncovered" (1 October 2026, 29 minutes).

How often does 21-WFMJ News Podcast publish?

21-WFMJ News Podcast publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 24 minutes across 347 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on 21-WFMJ News Podcast?

Booking probability for 21-WFMJ News Podcast is 37%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. 21-WFMJ News Podcast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. 21-WFMJ News Podcast's contact route on record: verified email.

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21-WFMJ Newsroom hosts 21-WFMJ News Podcast, a news show with 347 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #9

    Is someone haunting WFMJ? Hear from two Valley paranormal investigators about their work

    Oct 22, 202626 minS2

    In today's Halloween-themed Vibe podcast, hosts Steve Vesey and Nicole Kalpalko are joined by Ralph Demichael and Eric Williamson of the Collective Paranormal Research Society, who discuss paranormal activity and their...

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    The Radar: Fall weather impacts on agriculture, giant pumpkins

    Oct 15, 202624 min

    In this episode of The Radar, Meteorologist Andrew DiPaolo talks with Tim Parks, owner of Parks Garden Center, about the growing popularity of giant pumpkins and how gardeners can brace for fall and winter weather.

  • Episode #10

    The Outcue: A deep dive into Flock cameras, what was uncovered

    Oct 1, 202629 minS3

    On this podcast episode of The Outcue, hosts Assistant News Director Justin Mitchell, Reporter Ally Ross and Senior Digital Content Manager Robert McFerren discuss what kind of work and research went into the 21 News...

  • Episode #8

    The Vibe: What's going on at Kuchta Farms this fall?

    Sep 24, 202620 minS2

    On this episode of The Vibe, Steve Vesey and Nicole Kapalko catch up with Amanda and Ryan Kuchta of Kuchta Farms in Newton Falls to find out everything that's happening there this fall.

  • Episode #9

    The Radar: How agriculture ties in with weather

    Sep 17, 202622 minS2

    In this episode of The Radar, Stormtracker 21 Chief Meteorologist Eric Wilhelm talks with OSU Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator Haley Shoemaker about how agriculture ties in with the weather during...

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    The Score: Larry Kempe looks back on 50 years of high school football

    Sep 10, 202633 min

    On this week's episode of The Score, Sports Director Dana Balash sits down with Larry Kempe, a retired area coach, to discuss Kempe's 50-year career in high school football.

  • Episode #4

    The Outcue: How various outlets covered Jed York's arrest

    Sep 3, 202627 minS3

    In this episode of The Outcue, WFMJ Assistant News Director Justin Mitchell is joined by reporter and 21 News at 11pm anchor Sydney Canty to compare the various approaches different media outlets took in covering Jed...

  • Episode #8

    The Radar: A Recap of Summer 2026 Severe Weather

    Aug 20, 202617 minS2

    In this episode of The Radar, StormTracker 21 Chief Meteorologist Eric Wilhelm is joined by storm chaser Tyler Berry to recap the severe weather events in the Mahoning Valley this summer.

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    The Outcue: Transparency from local governments on data center conversations

    Jul 30, 202647 min

    On this week's episode of The Outcue podcast, Assistant News Director Justin Mitchell speaks with reporter Kaitlyn McCarthy about the importance of transparency from city governments regarding data center plans.

  • Episode #6

    The Vibe: The Past, Present and Future of Red Rican

    Jul 23, 202623 minS2

    In this episode of The Vibe, Nicole Kapalko and Steve Vesey are joined by the three brothers behind local Puerto Rican food truck and restaurant Red Rican about its origins, its current state and its future.

  • Episode #7

    The Radar: Safety tips, symptoms for heat-related illness in children

    Jul 16, 202611 minS2

    Meteorologist Andrew DiPaolo sits down with Dr. Benjamin Brocker, physician at Mercy Health Family Medicine, to discuss the signs and what to do if your child is experiencing heat-related illness.

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    The Outcue: Weighing the importance of being first in news

    Jul 2, 202621 min

    This week, on The Outcue podcast, News Director Sheila Miller and Anchor/Reporter Derek Steyer discuss the daily work of a newsroom to inform the public promptly while ensuring reporting covers the entire story.

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    The Radar: What are 'official weather observations' and where do they come from?

    Jun 18, 202618 minS0

    <p> 21 News Chief Meteorologist Eric Wilhelm discusses 'official weather observations,' and Nick Moliterno, Field Operations Data Technician at the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport, joins him. </p><p>Across the...

  • Episode #6

    The Score: Sharon Speedway

    Jun 11, 202632 minS3

    <p>In this episode of The Score, 21 Sports Director Dana Balash catches up with Sharon Speedway General Manager Dave Willoughby to talk about the racetrack and its 97-year history.</p>

  • Episode #6

    The Outcue: Transparency between news media outlets, local leaders

    Jun 4, 202624 minS3

    <p>This week, on The Outcue podcast, hosts Senior Digital Content Manager Robert McFerren and Reporter Ally Ross are discussing the word “transparency”, especially when it comes to the relationship between news media...

  • Episode #5

    The Vibe: Summer grilling and poolside chilling

    May 28, 202622 minS2

    <p>As folks gear up for summer, Nicole Kapalko and Steve Vesey are talking grilling and swimming plus summer night fire pits. Scott Jones, the owner of Youngstown Propane and Bob Ballone, the owner of Austintown Pools &...

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    The Radar: Mahoning Co. EMA director talks about their role during weather emergencies

    May 21, 202618 minS0

    <p>In today's episode of The Radar, 21 News Chief Meteorologist Eric Wilhelm talks with Conner O'Halloran, the new director of the Mahoning County Emergency Management Agency.</p><p>They discuss the new role and his...

  • Episode #5

    The Score: 30 years of Bob Cene Park

    May 14, 202629 minS2

    <p>Dana Balash sits down with Bob Beam, high school coordinator at Bob Cene Park, and Scott Ruark, president of Youngstown Class B Baseball, to speak on the history and current operations at Bob Cene Park. Bob Cene...

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    The Lowellville Loner: Learn the story behind a serial killer's time in the Valley

    May 8, 202616 minS0

    <p>In this 21 News Podcast, Senior Digital Content Manager Robert McFerren talks with Valley author James Thomas about his travels with a Lowellville man in the early 1970s... unbeknownst to Thomas, this man was a...

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    The Outcue: Talking transparency push on local JobsOhio division

    Apr 30, 202630 minS0

    <p>In today’s 21 News journalist podcast, The Outcue, Assistant News Director Justin Mitchell speaks with reporter Kaitlyn McCarthy and Weekend anchor/reporter Leslie Huff.</p><p>Today, they discuss transparency...

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