Ray Horner Morning Show
Ray has been the WAKR Morning host for since 2000 after a successful career in the Erie , Pennsylvania market as a Host and Operation Manager for WAKR/ WZPR / WMDE radio in Meadville, Pennsylvania. Ray won the Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters Sportscaster of the year two times and is currently the play-by-play voice of Hiram College Athletics. Ray has been involved in Big Brothers and Big Sisters, Akron Children's Concert Society, Akron Public Schools, and The Embrace Care Clinic. Ray loves baseball, outdoor activities and spending time with his four children, Elizabeth, Rocco, Ava and Gia. Ray, his wife, Melissa and the children live in Wadsworth, Ohio.
Wednesday, 09 February 2022 11:01
This Week in Tech with Jeanne Destro-2-11-22: Weaving Magic Featured
Written by Jeanne Destro
This week, we're exploring the intersection of art and technology, with Kent State University Artist and Professor, Janice Lessman-Moss. Moss, who heads the University's Textile Arts Department, has been teaching students how to weave for the past 40 years, and she talked to us about how digital technology has enabled…
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Wednesday, 09 February 2022 09:08
Professor Mwatabu Okantah on Africana Studies
Written by Steffany Murdock
Ray talked to Associate Professor Mwatabu Okantah from Kent State University's Department of Africana Studies. They discuss why education begins in Africa, how African's evolved after they were brought to the "New World", and more.
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Black History Month Celebration
Wednesday, 09 February 2022 07:22
Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2022
Written by Steffany Murdock
Rich DesRosiers, Chief Communications Officer at the Pro Football Hall of Fame, talks to Ray about the NFL Class of 2022 nominees, voting, exhibits, and more.
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Tuesday, 08 February 2022 08:52
Terry Pluto on Black History in Cleveland Sports
Written by Steffany Murdock
Ray talked to Terry Pluto, award winning writer and columnist, about the impact of black history on Cleveland sports.
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Tuesday, 08 February 2022 06:35
Dr. Gregory Miller Appointed to Succeed Dr. King as Malone University's Next President
Written by Steffany Murdock
Newly appointed 14th President of Malone University, Dr. Gregory Miller, joins Ray to talk about his new position. They discuss his background, experience, and what he will bring to the University. Dr. Miller also talks about challenges he must face and the mission of Malone University.
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Monday, 07 February 2022 09:07
National Afro-American Museum & Cultural Center
Written by Steffany Murdock
Ray talked to Dr. Charles Wash, Executive Director of the National Afro-American Museum and Cultural Center located in Wilberforce, Ohio. They discussed all the exhibits and education available in the museum and online.
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Monday, 07 February 2022 07:56
Akron Summit County Public Library Has More to Offer Than Books
Written by Steffany Murdock
It's National Public Library Month so Ray talks to Pamala Hickson-Stevenson, Director of the Akron-Summit County Public Library. They discuss everything the library has to offer, Covid protocols, staffing, and more.
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Monday, 07 February 2022 06:36
Safeguarding America: Gun Related Violence
Written by Steffany Murdock
In this episode of Safeguarding America, Ray Horner and Paul Viollis, Law Enforcement Analyst & CEO of the Viollis Group, discuss gun related violence, misinformation, police, and more.
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Friday, 04 February 2022 09:00
Dr. Kevin Kern on Black History in Warfare
Written by Steffany Murdock
Ray talked to Dr. Kevin Kern, Associate Professor of History at the University of Akron, about the history of warfare, when black and white soldiers stood side by side in war.
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Friday, 04 February 2022 08:03
Dr Londraville on Omicron Variants & Vaccines
Written by Steffany Murdock
Ray talked to Dr. Rich Londraville, Professor of Biology at the University of Akron with expertise in vaccines and viruses. They discussed the different Omicron strands, vaccines, and more.
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Friday, 04 February 2022 06:11
This Week in Tech with Jeanne Destro-2-4-22: New Surgical Device Zaps Cancer Featured
Written by Jeanne Destro
A new, high tech medical device that is already being used in Great Britain, but not yet approved here in the US, is showing promise for treating Prostate Cancer. The NanoKnife was developed by US-based Angiodynamics, and as you'll hear from Cleveland Clinic Urologist, Dr. Ruben Olivares; it is a…
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Thursday, 03 February 2022 08:56
Nwaka Onwusa on Musical Influence of Black Musicians
Written by Steffany Murdock
Ray talked to Nwaka Onwusa, Chief Curator & Vice President of Curatorial Affairs at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. They discuss the importance of the influence African American musicians have had on music.
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Thursday, 03 February 2022 07:19
Haven of Rest is Prepared to Shelter Those in Need From the Cold & Snow
Written by Steffany Murdock
Reverend Jeff Kaiser, the CEO of the Haven of Rest, talks to Ray about what the Haven of Rest is doing to prepare for the storm. They talk about keeping people warm & sheltered as well as funding and long term help for those in need.
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Wednesday, 02 February 2022 09:02
Marco Sommerville on Black History in Akron
Written by Steffany Murdock
Ray talked to Marco Sommerville, Deputy Mayor for Intergovernmental Affairs/Senior Advisor to the Mayor, about black history in Akron:
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