From Akron & Beyond Podcast

Through the Lens and Pages with bookseller Andrew Cahan

 On this episode, Nick and Bob are visited by the internationally renowned collector and seller of rare photographs and manuscripts, Akron’s own Andrew Cahan.  An accomplished photographer himself, Andy shares interesting anecdotes about his encounters with the famous and not so famous, though none surpass the story of his own career and the fascinating paths it's taken him on.Listen at 10 pm on The Summit FM, 91.3, or anytime as a podcast on Apple, Spotify, Google, Podbean, SoundCloud, or wherever you get your podcasts!

Kenmore Renaissance

The Kenmore area of Akron has a long and storied history, but in recent years, it had fallen on hard times.  But currently, due to the tireless efforts of community activists and a vibrant arts scene, Kenmore is thriving.How did such a transformation come about? In this episode, we talk with Tina Brode Boyes, Jim Ballard, and Corey Jenkins, all who have been at the forefront of the Kenmore Renaissance.  A story of hope, that can be applied to other areas.  Don’t miss this compelling episode!Listen this Thursday, 11/30 at 10 pm on The Summit FM, 91.3, or anytime as a podcast on Apple, Spotify, Google, Podbean, SoundCloud, or wherever you get your podcasts!

Tales of the Rock & Roll Life with Frank Secich

Episode 26:  “Tales of the Rock & Roll Life with Frank Secich”On this episode, we welcome consummate rocker Frank Secich, as he regales us with stories from his days playing with the innovative Youngstown power pop band Blue Ash, the Dead Boys, Stiv Bators Band, Club Wow and the Deadbeat Poets.Many of these stories can be found in Frank’s two excellent memoirs: CIRCUMSTANTIAL EVIDENCE and his brand new NOT THAT WAY ANYMORE (both highly recommended!).Listen this Thursday, 11/16 at 10 pm on The Summit FM, 91.3, or any time as a podcast on Apple, Spotify, Google, Podbean, SoundCloud , or wherever you get your podcasts!
 

Chris Butler - Part 1

Big news!
The FROM AKRON & BEYOND Podcast with Bob Ethington and Nick Nicholis is now available on all platforms!  
Apple, Spotify, Amazon, Google, SoundCloud - You name it!  Thanks to The Summit FM and all of our listeners for making this happen. 
How better than to celebrate than with a two-parter featuring…..
Chris Butler, Part 1
Christopher Butler, a true polymath - songwriter, producer, guitarist, drummer, known for his work with Tin Huey, The Waitresses, Half Cleveland, and far too many projects to mention here…. But we cover them all (or try to!) in these next two episodes.  Great stories, terrific insights, don’t miss these!
Thursday, 8/24, at 10 pm on The Summit FM 91.3, then available as a podcast on ALL PLATFORMS!

DEVO in Akron - and Beyond! (Part Two)

In this special episode (the second of another two-parter!), Bob and Nick are joined by Jade Dellinger and Bob Lewis.  Jade is co-author (with David Giffels of the definitive history THE BEGINNING WAS THE END: DEVO IN OHIO - and Bob Lewis was there at the beginning.  In fact, much of the worldview and philosophy of the band, the very theory of De-Evolution, was formed by Bob Lewis, which ultimately resulted in a major lawsuit.  In this episode, we get a rare and revealing firsthand account of one of the most innovative bands of the last 50 years!Tune in to The Summit FM, 91.3 this Thursday, November 9 at 10 pm, or anytime on Apple, Spotify, Google, Podbean, SoundCloud, or wherever you get your podcasts!

DEVO in Akron - and Beyond

In this special episode (the first of another two-parter!), Bob and Nick are joined by Jade Dellinger and Bob Lewis.  Jade is co-author (with David Giffels) of the definitive history THE BEGINNING WAS THE END: DEVO IN OHIO - and Bob Lewis was there at the beginning.  In fact, much of the worldview and philosophy of the band, the very theory of De-Evolution, was formed by Bob Lewis, which ultimately resulted in a major lawsuit.  In this episode, we get a rare and revealing firsthand account of one of the most innovative bands of the last 50 years!Tune in to The Summit 91.3 this Thursday, November 2 at 10 pm, or anytime on Apple, Spotify, Google, Podbean, SoundCloud, or wherever you get your podcasts!

Bob and Nick’s War Stories - Gigs Gone Wrong

In this episode, Bob and Nick take a trip down the Memory Lane of Hell as we reminisce about shows we played that went terribly wrong, or gigs we attended that went completely off the rails…..  Available anytime on Apple, Spotify, Google, Podbean, SoundCloud, or wherever you get your podcasts!

The Two And Only - Part 2

15-60-75.  The Numbers Band.  For over 50 years, brothers Robert Kidney and Jack Kidney have led one of the most compelling and original groups anywhere.  Built on their deep love of the Blues, incorporating free flight Jazz and Rock power, there truly is no one else like them.In this, the second episode of a two-parter, Bob and Nick dig deep with Robert and Jack into how they’ve honed and maintained their unique sound, and the special dynamics of a special band.Tune in to The Summit FM 91.3 on Thursday, October 26, at 10 pm, or anytime on Apple, Spotify, Google, Podbean, SoundCloud, or wherever you get your podcasts!

The Two And Only - Part 1

15-60-75.  The Numbers Band.  For over 50 years, brothers Robert Kidney and Jack Kidney have led one of the most compelling and original groups anywhere.  Built on their deep love of the Blues, incorporating free flight Jazz and Rock power, there truly is no one else like them.In this, the first episode of a two-parter, Bob and Nick dig deep with Robert and Jack into their inspirations, the pre-Numbers days, the Kent era, personnel changes, and how they’ve honed their unique sound.And: What exactly does 15-60-75 mean, anyway?Tune in to The Summit FM 91.3 on Thursday, October 19, at 10 pm, or anytime on Apple, Spotify, Google, Podbean, SoundCloud, or wherever you get your podcasts!

Hammers, Guitars, and a Pen - David Giffels, Part 2

He’s been named the “The Bard of Akron” by nothing less than the New York Times!  When talking “From Akron & Beyond”, no one fits the bill better than author/educator/rocker/home renovator David Giffels.  His books have chronicled family, history, the Akron Sound, amongst many other topics.  In this, the second of a two-parter, Nick and Bob join David on a deep look through his varied and successful career, and current projects.