
The Rediscover State College Podcast
This is the Rediscover State College Podcast, where we talk to locals about how they were able to find their happy place in Happy Valley.
Episodes
15 episodes
Season 2 Trailer: The Great Outdoors
Season 2 of the Rediscover State College Podcast is all about exploring the great outdoors — the sports, activities, and adventures just waiting to be discovered right in your own backyard.
•
Season 2
•
0:37

Conserving Nature, Climbing Rocks: A Guide to Outdoor Adventures
Bridget leads outdoor activities for the greater State College community through Clearwater Conservancy’s Centred Outdoors program and is an avid member of the local rock climbing community. In this ep...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 6
•
21:51

From Trails to Taps: Outdoor Advocacy with Boal City Brewing
In this episode, Gordy discusses the plans for the new skate park in State College and how he designed Boal City Brewing to be a hub for the outdoor community. Make sure to stick around for “How to...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 5
•
18:22

Ride the Rapids, Explore the Depths: Kayaking and Caving in State College
Abbe Hamilton, a local adventurer, shares her journey back to State College—not just once, but three times! We’ll also dive into the local caving community and the vibrant whitewater kayaki...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 4
•
16:05

Iron Mayor: Biking, Triathlons, and Training for Ironman in State College
Ezra Nanes is not only the mayor of State College but also an avid outdoorsman. Known as the "Iron Mayor," he’s a triathlete who recently participated in the Ironman 70.3 Pennsylvania Happy V...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 3
•
20:30

Hooked on Fly Fishing: Why State College is THE Fly Fishing Destination
Jamie is the owner and guide for American Fly Fishing Company, leading guided fly fishing trips, and she also serves as a guide for TCO Fly Shop
•
Season 2
•
Episode 2
•
19:13

Hiking for Hidden Gems: Exploring Pennsylvania with Purple Lizard Maps
In this episode, we discuss why Michael focuses on mapping central Pennsylvania and explore the endless opportunities for discovering these woods, regardless of your experience level. Make sure to stick around for our segment called “How to Do ...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 1
•
23:12

Owning a Real Estate Investment and Interior Design Company
Josh and Lizzie Parra’s cool job in State College: owners and founders of Parra Design & Build, a real estate investment and interior design company.Josh and Lizzie Parra met while serving at Champs on North Atherton, and prom...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 6
•
22:46

Becoming a Professional Musician in State College
Eric Ian Farmer’s cool job in State College: professional musician.Eric was born in State College but grew up in North Carolina. He found his way back to Penn State for graduate school, and that's when his music career began. Eri...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 5
•
19:05

Opening a Restaurant and Music Venue in the State College Area
Liz Grove's cool job in State College: owning and running Pine Grove Hall, an upscale restaurant, bar, and music venue.Liz Grove grew up in State College, went to Penn State, then moved to New York City for 20 years. She came bac...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 4
•
22:24

Running a Children's Musical Theatre Program
Leah Mueller and Jared Yarnall-Schane's cool job in State College: owning and running Singing Onstage, a children's musical theatre program.Leah and Jared are both life partners and business partners. Leah grew up performing in a...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 3
•
22:47

Teaching Full-time at Penn State without a PhD
Bill Zimmerman's cool job in State College: Teaching full-time in the Penn State Bellisario College of Communications, without a PhD.Bill wrote for his hometown paper, the Indiana Gazette, for several years right out of college. ...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 2
•
21:52

Working a Big City Tech Job Remotely from State College
Trevor Calabro's cool job in State College: Working remotely as the lead UX researcher for Bowery Valuation, a NYC based appraisal firm.Trevor built up his manufacturing industry background at companies you'd be surprised are loc...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 1
•
23:03
