Newsradio 1070 Wkok

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan host State Senator John Gordner (R-27th, Berwick) on the latest legislation (and promised vetoes) which would impact the COVID-19 crisis. He had an update on unemployment compensation changes, new proposed changes to the school code and notaries. During open phones, we discussed the protest, the governor's unwavering decision making and a wide range of other topics.

Mark Lawrence and Ben Reichley host noted Valley attorney Cliff Rieders on the Law and COVID-19. He talks about lawsuits, the new normal and civil liberties. During open phones we discussed a protest Monday in Harrisburg and the governor's shutdown order and SB613.

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan host Bucknell political science professor Scott Meinke on Pres. Trump's 'total authority' claim, adjourning congress to make judicial appointments and the state of the presidential election race. During open phones, we talked about Gov. Wolf's mandatory mask order, President Trump's leadership and many other COVID related topics.

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan host a raucous session of open phones, including Van taking Mark to task for sharply criticizing President Trump, and much more. Snyder County District Attorney Mike Piecuch calls in about COVID-19 changes in his office, the prison, and scams. He talks about inmates receiving early release.

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan discuss the state's response to COVID-19 with state representative David Rowe (R-85th, Lewisburg). We talk about the governor's partial shutdown and the unequal and unfair method of selecting which businesses are closed. We discuss other state actions, unemployment compensation and other topics. During open phones, the President's campaign video during a press briefing and his claim of 'total authority' over states prompted some phone calls.

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan host US Congressman Fred Keller (R-12th, Kreamer, Pa.) talked about the latest COVID-19 actions by the federal government, the rollout of the CARES funding and loans, the Federal Bureau of Prisons 'swamp' that needs to be drained. He announced that COVID testing at Evangelical hospital is now taking only 48-hours, and President Trump has not been asked to intervene in the fed BOP debacle.  

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan host US Congressman Fred Keller (R-12th, Kreamer, Pa.) talked about the latest COVID-19 actions by the federal government, the rollout of the CARES funding and loans, the Federal Bureau of Prisons 'swamp' that needs to be drained. He announced that COVID testing at Evangelical hospital is now taking only 48-hours, and President Trump has not been asked to intervene in the fed BOP debacle. During open phones we talked about the Governor's shutdown, the President's remarks and related COVID topics.

Mark Lawrence and conservative Ben Reichley host calls and comments from COVID skeptics, people who don't agree with the virus, the shutdown, the way the Gov. has shuttered everything and how the pandemic will impact us.

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan host Sam Schiccatano, Northumberland County Commissioner Chairman, on the COVID-19 operations and changes in the county, the EMA work, staff furloughs and their 'commissioners' war room' each day. During open phones, we discussed the 'My Pillow' man, the WHO, and many other related topics.

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan host Sunbury City Administrator Jody Ocker on the city's operations, cutbacks, closings, rules, council meetings, opportunities, and coping with the pandemic. During open phones, we discussed the fact that no one saw the pandemic coming in January. Lots of discussion about this.

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan host PA Senator John Gordner (R-27th, Berwick) for a telephone update on the state legislature's actions related to the coronavirus outbreak, the partial state shutdown and the waiver program. We discuss the auto sales industry, Governor Tom Wolf's waiver program and a wide range of other pertinent and timely topics about state government and coping with the crisis. During open phones, we discuss President Donald Trump and the politicization of the lack of preparation for a pandemic.

Mark Lawrence and Ben Reichley host Bob Garrett, President and CEO, Greater Susquehanna Valley Chamber of Commerce, on the latest jobless numbers, and the work of the chamber during the COVID crisis. We host calls from: Mark Holman, partner, Ridge Policy Group LLC, Washington, DC, on the latest jobless numbers, the Federal Opportunity Zones which will soon help our area, and the CARES act. Dr. Jonathan Green, President, Susquehanna University, on the COVID impacted semester, his fireside chats, what students-especially seniors-are missing during online learning and how the university is adjusting to the global pandemic.

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan host Dr. Jennifer Rager-Kay, a now Geisinger otolaryngologist who talks about the coronavirus, how it attacks the body, how hospitals can be overwhelmed, and what is the difference between allergies and COVID-19.

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan host Dr. Scott Meinke, political science professor from Bucknell University on the political and reelection ramifications of the COVID-19 pandemic. We talk about the president's change in demeanor and his high approval ratings. During open phones we discussed the coronavirus, the president's culpability and the opportunity for 'lessons learned' from this crisis.

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan interview Joe Kantz, Snyder County Commissioner Chairman, on the Snyder County COVID-19 response, how they are running their meetings outdoors, and his disappointment they can't get any information about COVID victims in his county.  Then Mark & Joe argue about the President's slow response, and his fabulous response now.

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan discuss President Donald Trump's new guideline that we keep social distancing for another month. We talked about his previous dismissive pronouncements, and his current serious demeanor.

Mark Lawrence and Ben Reichley host a vibrant short session of open phones, then we host: Dr. Stanley Martin, Geisinger Director of Infectious Diseases, on the coronavirus outbreak, what to expect now, how they are keeping patients safe, along with answers to the FAQ’s, and the nuanced Q’s of coronavirus. He will discuss how Geisinger is prepared, what they know about the virus and how people can protect themselves. Dan Meuser, US Congressman (R-9th, Dallas, Pa.) checks back in with his view on $2 trillion stimulus package, the debt-busting-add-ons that fill the bill, when businesses and schools might be able to reopen, and more about our pandemic response.

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan host a vibrant session of open phones, arguing about the $2T stimulus package, the governor's partial shutdown and other COVID-19 topics.

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan host Billy Allred of Winfield, on his view on the partial shutdown in PA, and the rural vs. urban response in PA. Then during open phones, we discuss the coronavirus vs. the flu, and the president's high approval ratings.

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan host Dr. Eric C. Martin, Associate Professor of Management, Management and Organizations Department, Kenneth W. Freeman College of Management, Bucknell University, on the slow COVID-19 response by the US government, and how seemingly all agencies, and governments are getting on board now. Then at 9:06am we spoke to Jill Schlesinger, CBS News Business Analyst on the state of Wall Street, the US economy right now, the recession, shortages in stores and the stimulus being drafted in Washington. Then during open phones, a dozen callers with person ideas, solutions, opinions and reviews of the previous guests.