The Cool CLE Show

Episodes

1. 8

   The Cool CLE Show Kent Stage Suicide Benefit Concert

   According to a CNN report in June last year, suicide rates in the U.S. are at the highest level since World War II. On February 8th, a local concert is dedicated to the memories of every tragic loss by increasing suicide prevention, awareness and education. The GNL Rocks Music Benefit is being…

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   Jan 29, 2020

   14m
2. 7

   Holiday Vibes Cleveland Music Playlist with Michael McFarland

   It's getting very merry on the CoolCLE Show this week as we are joined by Michael McFarland, the creator and curator of a series of ListenCLE mix tapes on Spotify. McFarland is a very active local musician and artist in Cleveland and surrounding areas. 2019 has been a big year for him, with the...

   Dec 20, 2019

   27m
3. 6

   The Cool CLE Show Quire Cleveland's Carols for Quire X

   Quire Cleveland returns to its holiday tradition of offering Christmas carols of the season, showcasing Renaissance arrangements of the seven “O” Antiphons of Advent, contrasted with traditional carols. We’re joined by its Artistic Director, Jay White, to learn about the choir, the inspiration…

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   Dec 8, 2019

   19m
4. 5

   The Cool CLE Show Hey You Punks with Don Billie

   This week, we're speaking to local writer, Don Billie, about his recently published graphic novel, "Hey You Punks!" - a coming of age memoir about his true, wild teen antics growing up in Cleveland's West Side in the 1970s. Set in Cleveland's gritty past, bullying was a rite of passage, fun and...

   Oct 19, 2019

   19m
5. 4

   The Cool CLE Show Jill Grunenwald on Reading Behind Bars

   This week, we have local author Jill Grunenwald with us to talk about her latest book “Reading Behind Bars”, which is an insider’s story of being a Prison Librarian. The book is out now and available at all reputable booksellers and you can catch her locally at book readings and signings…

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   Aug 21, 2019

   21m
6. 3

   The Cool CLE Show Cleveland Angels Looking Out for Foster Kids

   This week, we’re joined by Gretchen Dupps, President & Executive Director, of Cleveland Angels - a charity operating in the Cleveland region that supports foster parents and children. Tickets are available for two of its fundraising events. Don't Stop Believing on October 4th and a performance…

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   Aug 5, 2019

   21m
7. 2

   The Cool CLE Show DIY in the CLE

   Do you DIY in the CLE? Doing it yourself can take many forms...from tackling a little home renovation to maintaining your own vehicle. On this episode, we’re talking to a couple of organizations that are helping citizens be empowered to do it themselves. Steve Knoble of Knoble Moto - with...

   Jul 29, 2019

   28m
8. 1

   The Cool CLE Show Rust Belt Burlesque with Erin O'Brien

   On this episode, we have Erin O’Brien, co-author of a new book chronicling burlesque entertainment in Cleveland called, “Rust Belt Burlesque - The Softer Side of a Heavy Metal Town” which is out now. It traces the history of burlesque in Cleveland from the mid-1800s to the present day, while also...

   Jul 6, 2019

   26m