POP! Talks
POP! Talks is one of the newest ways to listen to the culture you crave! Marissa and Jackie have in depth conversations about what is going on in the area, in the world, or whatever else they want to talk about. They will also be talking to local members of the community about local events, music, sports, and more. Want to be on the podcast? Send us a message online at popradiopa.com or slide into our DM’s on Facebook or Instagram at popradiopa.
Episodes
128 episodes
AI Loves Goblins and The People Are Buying Spirit Airlines?
POP! Talks is back with a new format! Whenever we don't have a guest on the show, Jackie and Marissa will talk about local tea, what's trending, and something to ponder. This week, they discuss improv, why AI seems to love goblins, the people p...
Greg Long
In this episode of POP! Talks, Jackie talked to local artist Greg Long! They talked about his latest album Ain't No Rain, the value of blues and Americana music, why local music is important in our community and more. Find his musi...
Meet Marissa!
POP Radio has a new afternoon DJ - Marissa!!! In this episode, Jackie and Marissa talk about New Jersey stereotypes, weightlifting, musical theater, rats, and more.Make sure to listen to Marissa weekdays from 3-7pm on POP Radi...
The Guy Who Didn't Like Musicals at The Reitz Theater
In this episode, Jackie talked to cast members Shannon Gibson and Bailey Perry about the upcoming production of The Guy Who Didn't Like Musicals at the Reitz Theater in DuBois. They talked about the show, why theater is important in our communi...
Trisomy Awareness Month - Faith's Story
March is Trisomy Awareness Month! Jackie's sister, Faith, has trisomy 18. In this episode, Jackie talks to her stepmom, Brandi Spicher, about Trisomy Awareness Month, Faith's story with trisomy 18, and more.
Episode 123 - Nice Work If You Can Get It at DAHS
On this episode, Jackie talked to Ian Jay who will be portraying Jimmy Winter in the upcoming production of Nice Work If You Can Get It at the DuBois Area High School. They talked about the show, the character Jimmy Winter, why theater is impor...
Episode 122 - WPAL Boxing: Mayhem in March
Today on POP Talks, Alec is joined by Nate, Luca, and Phoenix who are all preparing for their first bout in the ring on March 7th! The boxers all dive into how they prepare, what they eat, and who the greatest boxers of all time are! Make sure ...
Episode 121 - Shannon Gibson
Jacquelyn got the chance to talk to Shannon Gibson, director of the Reitz Theater's first production of the year, Pride and Prejudice. They discussed the upcoming production, how shows are picked at the theater, how people can get involved at t...
Episode 120 - 8 Minutes Left at DAHS
In this episode, Jackie talks to student director Paityn Bentley and actress Kyrstin Byrd from the DAHS' production of 8 Minutes Left on Jan. 22nd-24th all at 7p.m. at the DAHS auditorium. They talk about their upcoming production, what they li...
Episode 119 - 2025 Clearfield Bison Football Wrap up with Myles Caragein
Today on POP! Talks, Alec is joined by Head Coach Myles Caragein to discuss the 2025 Bison Football Season! They talk about a few of the games and how the results help shape the team and develop the players into better athletes and better men! ...
Episode 118 - 2025 Post-Season with DuBois Beavers Head Football Coach TJ Wingard
In the newest Episode of POP! Talks, Alec is joined by the Head Coach of you DuBois Beavers TJ Wingard once again to discuss the 2025 football season! Coach Wingard weighs in on his thoughts through the season and the difficulty that comes with...
Episode 117 - BEST Robotics (again)
Jackie once again is talking with some members from the DAHS BEST Robotics Team! She talks to Aiden Via (Head of Marketing) and Derrick Weber (Build Team Leader) about their previous competition, their upcoming competition in December, their ne...
Episode 116 - DuBois Area High School Swimming with Coach Gressler
Today on POP! Talks, Alec is joined by the head coach of the DAHS Swim Team, Mr. Mike Gressler! The two discuss a lot about how swimming works as a sport and how Coach Gressler manages and motivates his team! What goes into training to be a com...
Episode 115 - BEST Robotics
On this episode of POP! Talks, Jackie talks to Aiden Via, Aubree Evans, and Marissa Gilga from the DAHS BEST Robotics team! They discussed what BEST Robotics is, what they like about BEST Robotics, their upcoming competition, and more!
Episode 114 - The Iron City Forge
In this episode of POP! Talks, Alec is joined by two of his teammates from the Iron City Forge, Mike Keller and Team Captain Ryan Dickson! The Forge play in the American Premier Hockey League (APHL) and Alec signed on to join the team this past...
Episode 113 - CAHS Marching Band
In this episode of POP! Talks, Jackie talks to the drum majors from the Clearfield Area High School Marching Band - Madilyn Johnston and Riley Robison. They discuss their marching band show for this year, what they like about the band, why musi...
Episode 112 - DAHS One Acts 2025
In this episode of POP Talks, Jackie talks to cast members Cam Rodgers and Liam Levenduski about the DuBois Area High School's Fall In Love - An Evening of One Acts and Music where they will be performing Check Please, Take 3 by Jonathan Rand a...
Episode 111 - Clearfield Bison Cross Country
In this Episode of POP! Talks, Alec is joined by the Head coaches of the Clearfield Bison Cross Country Team Eric and John! The discuss the mindset it takes to be on a cross country team and strategy to becoming successful at the sport! Eric an...
Episode 110 - Man's Best Friend
Jackie and Alec are BACK! In this episode, they discuss Sabrina Carpenter's new album Man's Best Friend. They discuss the controversy around the album cover, what they like about the album, and why any particular piece of art is usually not rel...
Episode 109 - TAYLOR SWIFT IS ENGAGED!!!
T-Swizzle and El Trav-A-Dor are officially officially OFFICIAL! Taylor Swift is on her way to becoming Taylor Kelce! The two were engaged earlier this week and There are so many hints around what is next for Taylor Swift musically and a l...
Episode 108 - Clearfield Bison Head Coach Myles Caragein
Alec is back at it with the Clearfield Bison head coach Myles Caragein to discuss the season ahead for Clearfield Football! Last season was history making not only as a team but also for some of the seniors last year. There are some new faces o...
Episode 107 - DuBois Beavers Head Football Coach TJ Wingard
It is FOOTBALL SEASON! Today on POP! Talks, Alec is joined by Head Coach of the DuBois High School football team, TJ Wingard! A lot of key seniors graduated and are off to do incredible things in the future but there is a lot of skill lined up ...
Episode 106 - Rosecoloredworld
This episode of POP! Talks is not your ordinary artist interview! Alec had the opportunity to talk to Rosecoloredworld about so much and really get to know Addison and Rae as artists who use music to achieve their goal of building a caring comm...
Episode 105 - Finding Nemo Jr
On this week's episode of POP! Talks, Jackie talked to director Mason Marshall and cast members Christian Brady (Marlin) and Adi Manno (Dory) about IGNITE Youth Theater's production of Finding Nemo Jr August 1-3 at the Philipsburg-Osceola Middl...
Episode 104 - CHICAGO Teen Edition
On this week's episode of POP! Talks, Jackie talked to director Justine Washic and cast members Hannah Smith (Roxie Hart) and Grace Henry (Velma Kelly) from IGNITE Youth Theater's production of CHICAGO: Teen Edition on July 25-27 at the Philips...