Hosted by Jeff Giagnocavo, Ben McClure · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 248 episodes
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Lancaster Connects brings together local charities, local heroes, and local businesses to showcase the best of what Lancaster, PA has to offer so that in 2021 and beyond – our local neighbors and friends may thrive, be more productive, and live happily and generously.The Lancaster Connects Podcast is hosted weekly by Gardner's Mattress & More co-owners Ben McClure & Jeff Giagnocavo, and can be viewed on numerous streaming services as well as listed to on your favorite podcast platforms.
Jeff Giagnocavo, Ben McClure hosts Lancaster Connects, a society show with 248 episodes published.
In this episode, we sit down with Benton Webber, President of the Manheim Township Historical Society, to explore the rich history and heritage of the Lancaster area. A nearly lifelong resident of the community and an av
In this episode, we sit down with Danielle Keperling, a dedicated preservation expert who has been working full-time in the historic preservation industry since 2001. Danielle holds an MBA from Eastern University and wor
In this episode, we sit down with Kevin Faulkner, founder of 3B Credit Health, to discuss his journey from overcoming personal credit challenges to building a thriving credit education and restoration company. Kevin shar
In this episode, we sit down with Monica Forte, owner of Making Magical Vacations Travel, to explore how her 37 years in the travel industry have helped countless families and travelers create unforgettable vacation expe
In this episode, Ben & Jeff discuss how upgrading your sleep can help you stay refreshed, energized, and ready to enjoy the summer season. The conversation explores the importance of quality rest, key factors to consider
In this episode, hosts Ben McClure and Jeff Giagnocavo team up as Lancaster’s local “dynamic duo” to break down the LNP Reader's Choice Awards — what they are, why they matter, and how community support can make a real i
In this episode, Duane Hagelgans shares his decades of experience in the fire service and his ongoing commitment to community safety. As Fire Commissioner for Blue Rock Fire Rescue—an organization he helped establish in
In this episode, Ben McClure and Jeff Giagnocavo preview the 2026 Memorial Day event at Gardner’s Mattress & More, focusing on how upgrading your sleep can help you feel more energized all summer long. The conversation c
In this episode, we meet Drew Bleil, Sales Manager at Gardner’s Mattress & More and Lancaster’s newest sleep science coach. Drew shares how over a decade in the mattress industry has shaped his passion for helping people
In this episode, we sit down with Bube’s Brewery Dining and Entertainment owner Sam Allen, who shares his four-decade journey of restoring and reinventing one of America’s last remaining lager-era breweries. A Penn State
In this episode, we’re joined by Diana Vuolo, Founder and Executive Director of SWAN: Scaling Walls a Note at a Time. A professional violinist trained under the legendary Dorothy DeLay, Diana has performed at Carnegie Ha
In this episode, we sit down with Brian Mahon, founder of Igloo Insurance, an independent agency dedicated to providing transparent and practical risk advice for business owners and families. Based in Lititz, Pennsylvani
In this episode, we sit down with Jeff Swinehart and Amy Baumann of Lancaster Farmland Trust to explore the urgent mission of protecting one of America’s most productive agricultural regions. Together, they share how the
In this episode, we welcome Becky Doumaux, Executive Director of the Manheim Township Educational Foundation (MTEF), to discuss how community-driven support is transforming education. Becky shares the story behind MTEF’s
In this episode, we’re joined by Abby Morris, Executive Director of The Arc Lancaster Lebanon, an organization dedicated to empowering people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism — alongside their
In this episode, we welcome Holly Lyle, a seasoned Loan Consultant at New American Funding with over 34 years of expertise in residential mortgage lending. Holly has dedicated her career to guiding clients through some o
In this episode, we’re joined by Tait Harbaugh (Papa Tater) and Michelle Harbaugh, two leaders blending magic, laughter, and community impact. Tait, known as the “Boredom Banisher,” is a Lancaster County, PA–based comedy
In this episode, Dan Murphy, Executive Director and Founder of Decker’s Blueprint, shares the deeply personal journey that began when his son Decker was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy in 2024. Faced with a de
In today’s episode, Ben McClure and Jeff Giagnocavo celebrate President’s Day with some fun and share what makes Gardner’s Mattress and More special. They talk about their commitment to better sleep and how their team al
In this episode, we sit down with Andy Sedora and Jeff Emrich, Partners and Financial Advisors at Vantus Wealth, to explore a more connected approach to financial planning. Born from a desire to bring clarity and collabo
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Lancaster Connects is hosted by Jeff Giagnocavo, Ben McClure. The show is categorised under society (culture) and has published 248 episodes.
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