WISR Extended News at Noon Interviews

Author of the new book "Number Go Up" Zeke Faux details his story on the rise and fall of the crypto industry.

Infectious disease expert Dr. Amesh Adalja talks about the latest surrounding Covid-19 and other respiratory illnesses.

The Gaiser Center's Joe Mahoney and Brendan Stinson provide the latest information about the center's work in helping those with drug and alcohol addiction.

Local historian Bill May describes the history behind the building that was destroyed in a fire last week in Butler.

Krista Washcau and Tim Hawk of Butler Downtown talk about the upcoming Clean Up Day and other events with the local organization.

Jen Ford of the Butler County Historical Society talks about the upcoming Cemetery Walk this Saturday.

Former Chipotle CEO Monty Moran discusses effective leadership techniques and his latest book.

Heidi Henkel and Spencer Voltz discuss the upcoming job fair at Independence Health System and Butler Memorial Hospital.

Michael Bartley joins the show to talk about his son Aiden's battle with pancreatic cancer.

Amy Franz, regional vice president of the United Way of Southwestern PA, talks about the upcoming week of caring.

Melissa Maser of Independence Health System talks about brain health.

Local historian Bill May talks about his upcoming Merchants, Murders, and Movie Theaters walking tour.

Co-founder of Chicago Danny Seraphine talks about his upcoming show with the Butler County Symphony at the Big Butler Fairgrounds on Sept. 9th.

Lisa Gill and Tracy Hendrix of Butler County Human Services Drug and Alcohol program visit the show to talk about the upcoming Overdose Awareness Event in downtown Butler.

Lynn McKinnis joins the show to talk about the upcoming RAM clinic, which will offer free medical services to local residents.

Rev. Jim Lewis and Ralph McIlhenny of Hearts for Haiti talk about their initiative to provide health care services in Haiti.

Ralph McElhaney and Craig Lucas join the show to talk about the latest inductees into the Butler Hometown Heroes.

Randy McCracken, a beekeeper from Beaver County, talks about what it takes to get into beekeeping and the importance of bees in our environment.

Moniteau Superintendent Aubrie Schnelle talks about the upcoming school year and some of the initiatives that are happening in the district.

BC3 President Dr. Nick Neupauer talks about the latest news at the college and the beginning of the fall semester.

Butler Area School District Superintendent Dr. Brian White talks about the upcoming school year.

Knoch Superintendent Dr. David Foley talks about the upcoming year at the school district, the upcoming renovation project, and other initiatives.

Seneca Valley Superintendent Dr. Tracy Vitale talks about the upcoming school year and the latest that is happening with the school district.

St. Barnabas Health System Recruitment Director Ron Kubitz talks about hiring tips, resume building, and employment opportunities with St. Barnabas

Debra Krelow of the Beacon Hotel talks about the upcoming filming of the show America's Best Restaurants.

Linda Lambert of AAA discusses the recent hike in gas prices and what the future entails at the pump.

Former Chipotle CEO Monty Moran discusses effective leadership techniques and his latest book.

Steve Angert talks about the upcoming Music for the Cure event.

State Representative Scott Hutchinson discusses what is happening in Harrisburg.

Congressman Mike Kelly joins the show to talk about the latest surrounding the Trump indictment, inflation, energy, and more.

Gary Aldrich of Team USA and Carnegie Mellon University discusses his history with Slippery Rock University and his experience coaching in the Olympics.

Utah Burgess and Bob Cupp of the Grass Roots Show visit to discuss the local music scene and the upcoming Band Jam Grass Roots Music Festival.

Deb Bell, Linda Kerr and Josh Barto discuss Riding for the Cure event being held this Saturday.

Clinical Professor of Neurology Science at UPMC Dr. Joseph Maroon discusses the latest news surrounding the new Alzheimer drug Leqembi.

Randy McCracken, a beekeeper from Beaver County, talks about what it takes to get into beekeeping and the importance of bees in our environment.

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette writer Brian Batko talks about the beginning of Pittsburgh Steelers training camp.

Emily Loeb of the Pittsburgh Holocaust Center joins the show to talk about her recently returning from the Jewish Foundation for the Righteous (JFR)’s Alfred Lerner Summer Institute for Holocaust Educators.

The Summer Dramatics Project returns with a production of Little Mermaid. Cast members Rachel Simms, Jack Iole, and Nick Collins discuss the upcoming show.

Jennifer Senchak of the Community Tree Resource talks about an upcoming event at Ritts Park and the importance of local parks to the community.

Butler County Historical Society's Jen Ford talks about the society and current fundraising efforts.

Local financial advisor Howie Pentony recaps the 2nd quarter of the stock market and sets the table for the fall.

Co-host of "What The Hack" podcast Beau Friedlander talks about ways to have a technology "spring cleaning" and other tech tips.

John Paul of the Butler Transit Authority discusses free rides for seniors 65 and older, along with other updates with The Bus.

Clinical Professor of Neurology Science at UPMC Dr. Joseph Maroon discusses the latest news surrounding the new Alzheimer drug Lequembi.

Linda Thoma and Jim Smith of the Butler Collaborative for Families talk about the organization and the upcoming Celebration of Collaboration.

Melissa Maser, clinical coordinator in the neurology department at Independence Health System, talks about ways to keep our brain healthy along with stroke tips.

Longtime music promoter from the Pittsburgh area Rich Engler discusses his career in the concert industry.

Author Maureen Boyle discusses her newest true crime book "Child Last Seen" which tells the story of a kidnapping and murder in Butler County back in the 1960s.

Dr. Aaron Cowan of Slippery Rock University discusses what happens during the Continental Congresses and the actions for the founding fathers to sign the Declaration of Independence.

Dr. Aaron Cowan of Slippery Rock University joins the show to talk about the events that led up to the Declaration of Independence.