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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…

Podcast · By Jeff Giagnocavo, Ben McClure · English · US · Official site

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Sep 28, 2026
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  1. Episode · Sep 28, 2026

    Restoration, Recovery & Community with Stephen Zywko - Episode 265 (opens the original)

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    In this episode, we sit down with Stephen Zywko, CEO of Compleat, who took the helm in 2024 following his team’s acquisition of the company in 2023. Founded in 1978, Compleat has long been dedicated to helping people recover from disasters. Under its new leadership, the company has shifted its focus from traditional advertising to meaningful community engagement. From sponsoring local nonprofits and encouraging employees to volunteer, to offering scholarships and participating in community event

  2. Episode · Sep 21, 2026

    Fighting Hunger with the Lancaster County Food Exchange featuring Terry Kile - Episode 264 (opens the original)

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    In this episode, we sit down with Terry C. Kile, CEO and Founder of the Lancaster County Food Exchange, a free mobile web application created to help food pantries reduce food waste and connect families with the food they need most. Terry shares the inspiring story behind the platform and his mission to ensure that “no good food goes unused, and no family goes hungry.” With initial support from organizations including the Central PA Food Bank, Midwest Food Bank, and Community Action Partnership

  3. Episode · Sep 14, 2026

    Welcome to the Jungle: Finding Hope in a Broken World featuring Cara Joy Torres - Episode 263 (opens the original)

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    If you're curious how one raw, unfiltered moment can turn into a mission that protects Lancaster County's most vulnerable kids, this episode is for you. Meet Cara Torres, a Hempfield grad, mom of three, Etsy shop owner, and forensic nurse practitioner whose front row seat to rising child advocacy referrals led her to blurt out five words that became a book title: "It's a Jungle out here." What started as a gut reaction and late night journal entries has grown into something bigger, and Cara open

  4. Episode · Sep 7, 2026

    The Great Social Enterprise Pitch Show featuring Jessie Tuno and Lindsay High - Episode 262 (opens the original)

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    In this episode, we sit down with Jessie Tuno, Women’s Business Center Manager, and Lindsay High, Business Development Officer at ASSETS Lancaster, to explore how entrepreneurship can create meaningful economic opportunities for underserved communities. Jessie shares her experience guiding early-stage entrepreneurs through the Idea Incubator, helping transform business ideas into sustainable ventures, while Lindsay brings her expertise in business development and supporting entrepreneurs through

  5. Episode · Aug 31, 2026

    The Real Cost of Bad Sleep and Why Gardner’s Is Making Better Sleep Easier This Labor Day - Episode 261 (opens the original)

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    In this episode, Ben and Jeff explore the real cost of bad sleep and why finding the right mattress is about more than simply finding a great price. With Labor Day being one of the biggest mattress-shopping periods of the year, they discuss Gardner’s Mattress & More’s FREE • FREE • FREE event, featuring FREE Sales Tax, No Interest. No Money Down. Financing Through 2030, and a FREE Gift With Purchase. The conversation also covers common mattress-shopping mistakes, signs it may be time for a repla

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