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Gardner's Mattress & More
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Lancaster Connects
Literacy Council Of Lancaster, Lebanon
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Habitat For Humanity
Lancaster Food Hub
Sleep
Help the Fight
Blue Rock Fire Rescue
Lancaster, United States
Lancaster Farmland Trust
Manheim Township Education Foundation
Building Bridges Foundation
Wittel Farm
Power Packs Project
Woodcrest Retreat
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Liberty Employment Solutions

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 Lancaster Connects Podcast is hosted weekly by Gardner's Mattress & More co-owners Ben McClure & Jeff Giagnocavo, and can be vi... more

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Recent Guests

Duane Hagelgans
Fire Commissioner, Blue Rock Fire Rescue
Blue Rock Fire Rescue
Episode: Answering the Call: The Future of Blue Rock Fire Rescue Featuring Duane Hagelgans - Episode 246
Drew Bleil
Certified Sleep Science Coach
Gardner's Mattress & More
Episode: Meet Drew Bleil, Lancaster’s Newest Sleep Science Coach - Episode 244
Sam Allen
Owner of Boobies Brewery
Boobie's Brewery
Episode: More Than a Brewery: Inside One of Lancaster’s Most Unique Experiences Featuring Sam Allen - Episode 243
Diana Vuolo
Representative of Swann, Scaling Walls a Note at a Time
Swann
Episode: Changing Lives One Note at a Time: The Next Chapter of SWAN Featuring Diana Vuolo - Episode 242
Brian Mahon
Insurance risk advisor and founder of Igloo Insurance
Igloo Insurance
Episode: More Than Insurance: Helping Families & Businesses Sleep at Night Featuring Brian Mahon - Episode 241
Jeff Swinehart
Representative of Lancaster Farmland Trust
Lancaster Farmland Trust
Episode: Saving Lancaster’s Roots: The Future of Farmland Preservation Featuring Jeff Swinehart and Amy Baumann - Episode 240
Amy Baumann
Representative of Lancaster Farmland Trust
Lancaster Farmland Trust
Episode: Saving Lancaster’s Roots: The Future of Farmland Preservation Featuring Jeff Swinehart and Amy Baumann - Episode 240
Becky Doumaux
Executive Director of Manheim Township Education Foundation (MTEF)
Manheim Township Education Foundation
Episode: From Ideas to Impact: Funding Innovation in Manheim Township Featuring Becky Doumaux - Episode 239
Abby Morris
Executive Director at The Arc Lancaster Lebanon
The Arc Lancaster Lebanon
Episode: Creating Opportunities for Everyone with The Arc of Lancaster Featuring Abby Morris - Episode 238

Hosts

Ben McClure
Co-owner of Gardner's Mattress & More; co-host representing a local family-owned business network
Jeff Giagnocavo
Co-owner of Gardner's Mattress & More; co-host active in Lancaster's business and community scene

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 9 ratings
  • Everyone who is coming to Lancaster needs to hear this!

    This podcast has a TON of great guests who know about the BEST that Lancaster has to offer!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sales2Ignite
    United States3 years ago
  • Ben and Jeff are the real deal! They are true givers to the Lancaster community and shine a light on the best that Main Street in Lancaster has to offer! Oh yeah - and it's FUN!

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    5
    Chris Stone
    5 years ago

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Engaging local guests with strong community focus.
Promotes local events and charitable initiatives effectively.
High-quality, locally relevant content and stories.
Great for discovering local businesses and nonprofits.

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From Soil to Service: Wittel Farm’s Mission to Nourish Lancaster Featuring Rev. Dr. Matthew Lenahan - Episode 212
Q: How did you get into farming and how has your background shaped your approach to Wittel Farm?
Pastor Lenahan grew up on a multi-generation family farm in Central New York, transitioned to ministry, and re-engaged with farming through regenerative practices, emphasizing soil health, reduced tillage, and learning together with the community.
From Soil to Service: Wittel Farm’s Mission to Nourish Lancaster Featuring Rev. Dr. Matthew Lenahan - Episode 212
Q: Pastor Matt, can you talk a little bit about the volunteers?
Volunteers come on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, doing a range of tasks from planting and harvesting to composting and packing, with a push to get people to return across seasons to experience the farm's cycles and learn by doing.
Opening Doors in Lancaster: The Story of Lancaster Door Service Featuring Pete Rothacker and Greg Mavraganis - Episode 207
Q: What distinguishes your approach from other similar companies in the area?
Two factors—top-notch workmanship and exceptional customer service—drive repeat business and strong Google reviews, supported by quality vendors and a focus on treating customers like neighbors rather than just transactions.
Opening Doors in Lancaster: The Story of Lancaster Door Service Featuring Pete Rothacker and Greg Mavraganis - Episode 207
Q: What made Lancaster Door Service a good fit for you as you took over the business?
We were drawn to a home-service business with a strong local presence and a clear opportunity to leverage our experience and community ties, especially since the prior owners wanted local, Lancaster-based leadership who could take care of the staff and customers.
Feeding Millions, Fueling Hope: The Blessings of Hope Story Continues Featuring David Lapp - Episode 204
Q: You've mentioned you're back on the show and that this is a continuation of your work. Can you summarize the core math behind Blessings of Hope's approach to hunger relief?
The core concept is that most hunger is a logistics and management issue, not a lack of food. By capturing semi-truckloads of edible product, sorting and repackaging it, and distributing it to nonprofits at a small handling fee, Blessings of Hope creates a scalable, self-sustaining supply chain that can serve tens of millions of meals and expand nationally.

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The show features candid conversations with local business leaders, nonprofit executives, and community-focused professionals centered on Lancaster, PA. Episodes highlight local entrepreneurship, housing and mortgage planning, philanthropy, education, and the interplay between small businesses and community initiatives. A recurring strength is spotlighting community-driven projects, charitable partnerships, and regionally relevant services, often weaving in practical tips for listeners such as local events, funding opportunities, and ways to support the Lancaster area.

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1. Duane Hagelgans
2. Drew Bleil
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4. Diana Vuolo
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6. Jeff Swinehart
7. Amy Baumann
8. Becky Doumaux

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