On this weeks episode I speak with Clint and David. They are two of the founders of the Elyria Arts Council.The Elyria Arts Council is home to many great local artists and creators. David along with other members of the council have painted many of the murals that dot the Elyria landscape. Most notably the elevated train that stood just outside of the Council.Listen as both Clint and David talk about what the idea is behind the Arts Council and what the future holds in store for them.No events are listed this episode because of the extended length of the episode.Enjoy 

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DTLT 21: Elyria Arts Council

On today&apos;s episode, I sit down with DeShay Torbett.  She along with her two daughter&apos;s make up the 3 chica&apos;s in Three Chica&apos;s hot dog cart.Find out what brought DeShay to the city of Elyria, and what made her start a mobile hot dog cart.I also update the calendar of events for the upcoming week.

DTLT 20: Three Chica's Hot Dog's

On this weeks episode Frank Whitfield, candidate for Elyria mayor, visited Downtown Life Today at our inaugural Pop Up Podcasting event held at Computer Tek located at 246 Broad Street Elyria.In this interview Frank flipped the script on me and I found myself on the other end of the microphone being the interviewee.Listen as Frank and I discuss our vision for downtown Elyria, and hear some of Franks ideas that he wants to bring to city hall.Keyword is entrepreneurial!!We also have the calendar of events for the upcoming week.Enjoy and have fun at the Apple Fest! 

DTLT 19: Pop Up Podcasting with Frank Whitfield

On this weeks episode I speak with Doniel Mitchell, he is the owner of A Cut of Class barbershop located at 565 Broad Street.I sit in the barber chair while Doniel gets a touch up and learn about why Doniel opened up his barbershop downtown, and what his goal is for A Cut of Class.I also go over next weeks calendar of events that include anniversary&apos;s, returns, and season closings.So sit back and #finditdowntown

DTLT 18: A Cut of Class

Today&apos;s episode is just me behind the mic. No interview.The reason I am doing this is because I want to discuss the changes that I have in store for Downtown Life Today.  As I mentioned on a Facebook post last week, I want to grow and expand what DTLT means to Downtown Elyria. This episode I will highlight some of my ideas and goals for the rest of the year and for the year 2020.So kick back and spend some time listening to this episode.Your feedback is welcomed

DTLT 17: BostonMike & Downtown Life Today

On this weeks episode, I sit down with 5th Ward Councilman Marcus Madison.We talk about some of the issues that Downtown Elyria is facing and talk about some possible solutions.  We even discuss his Comic book collecting days, unfortunately he&apos;s a marvel guy.If you live or work in Downtown Elyria, Marcus is your representative.  So take some time and get to know him.

DTLT 16: Marcus Madison

On today&apos;s episode I sit down with current Elyria law director Amanda Deery. Amanda is running to maintain her position as law director in this year&apos;s November election.We discuss what the law directors duties are and what are some of her qualifications to be the city&apos;s law director.We also touch on some things Amanda would love to see come downtown as well.

DTLT 15: Amanda Deery

This week i speak with Shane Croxton & Art Poling. Both are members of ride elyria. You may have seen shane riding around downtown on a tall bike with his head in the clouds.Every week their group, ride elyria meet up at the dairy queen on the corner of north abbe and hilliard rd. and plan out that days ride.So come along and hear the idea and reasoning behind the group and why they ride?

DTLT 14: Shane Croxton & Art Poling (Ride Elyria)

Hear from the small businesses, the organizations, and the people who make downtown's across the country a fun and exciting place to work, live, and shop. Listen as Michael McCormack aka Bostonmike interviews business owners, city officials, residents, and volunteers that are working hard at revitalizing their downtowns.

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