Episode 188 features Paul Hewes and Zach Beaver of the Delaware County Historical Society.

The Delaware County Historical Society, celebrating its 130th anniversary, engages in preserving and promoting local history through various programs. Paul and Zach discussed their lecture series, which offers free, outdoor, BYOB-style events twice monthly from April to June and September to October, featuring historians and experts on Delaware County history. They also highlighted their location at 9 West Front Street in Media, where they are open Tuesday through Thursday, and emphasized the importance of advance notice for research requests.

The group discussed the rich history of Delaware County, highlighting key facts such as Martin Luther King Jr. attending seminary in Chester, the discovery of the FBI's domestic spying program there, and the area's significance as a shipping industry hub during World War II. They also mentioned the invention of the Slinky in Delco and the recent announcement of Norwegian Cruise Lines opening a port in Tinicum. Paul and Zach shared their passion for local history, which was sparked by their families' interest in the area's past. They emphasized the importance of preserving and learning about the region's history, noting that many significant events and structures are often overlooked by residents and visitors alike.

9 West Front Street, Media PA 19063 - 610-750-0622 - www.PADelcoHistory.org - Instagram

Honorable Mentions:

Norwegian Cruise Lines

Apollo Pizza

Trio Cold Cuts

A Cut Above

Little Anthony's

Pinocchio's Restaurant

Romano's Pizzeria

Wawa

Booth's Corner Farmers Market

Rich Shane

Episode 187 features Mona Malik of Cracked Bell Construction.

Mona explained that Cracked Belt Construction is a full-service design-build firm located in Delaware and Chester Counties, specializing in kitchen and bath remodels, as well as additions. She described her background, including her work on the Liberty on the River development project, and emphasized her commitment to transparency and availability for clients. Mona highlighted the company's one-stop-shop approach, where clients work with a single project manager throughout the entire process.

Mona discussed current trends in home remodeling, highlighting the rise of smart home technology such as smart mirrors, automated lighting, and garage door openers, which she noted are more affordable than many people expect. She also explained that one-colored bathrooms, particularly gray with white, are becoming outdated, with modern homeowners preferring spa-like features like special tiles, rainfall showerheads, and minimalist designs with hanging pots and pans. Mona expressed her passion for the work and described her collaborative team of male colleagues as a supportive family environment, acknowledging that women often make the final decision.

484-366-7563 - Facebook

Honorable Mentions:

Delco Steaks

Pica's Restaurant

Taff Treats

Wawa

Media, PA

Rich Shane

Episode 186 features Kevin Crane of Vertex Business Solutions.

Kevin Crane, co-owner of Vertex Business Solutions with his wife Phyllis, discussed how the company helps business owners increase profits through AI services, including credit card machine setups, POS systems, and AI receptionists. Kevin explained that Vertex provides free consultations to identify business pain points and offers solutions to generate additional revenue, such as finding qualified leads and implementing customer loyalty programs. He shared his entrepreneurial journey, which began at a young age and included owning a childcare center, a karate school, and now Vertex. Kevin emphasized the importance of giving back to the community and highlighted how Vertex aims to help businesses thrive in the competitive landscape by leveraging AI to improve efficiency and profitability.

www.VertexBusiness.group - 610-517-4007

Honorable Mentions:

Genoa Pizza & Grill

Leo's Steak Shop

Pat's Pizza & Pasta

Wawa

Access Granted

Rich Shane