Powered by WGTE, this episode features a Friday Surprise Guest edition of The Four Hundred & Nineteen, and this time, not one, but two surprise guests with a direct connection to Rocket athletics and the Toledo community.

The show opens with newly hired Mike Jacobs, head football coach at the University of Toledo, who joins the hosts for his first in-depth local conversation since returning home to lead the Rockets. Coach Jacobs reflects on growing up in Maumee, his journey through college football, his coaching philosophy, and what it means to come back to Toledo to lead a program with deep roots and high expectations.

The conversation continues with Coach Jacobs’ new boss, Bryan Blair, Vice President and Director of Athletics at the University of Toledo. Blair shares insight into the national coaching search, why Mike Jacobs was the right choice for this moment, and the broader vision for Toledo Athletics - from student-athlete success and academic excellence to community engagement and championship aspirations.

It’s a candid, energetic, and uniquely Toledo conversation, bringing listeners inside the leadership, relationships, and momentum shaping the future of Rocket athletics.

Thanks to our sponsors: Whetro Wealth Management, Workspring, Toledo Refining Company, Toledo Community Foundation and TARTA.
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Powered by WGTE, this episode features a Thursday edition of The Four Hundred & Nineteen as the team dives into the Toledo.com Community Calendar driven by TARTA, connecting listeners to what’s happening across the region—and how to get there.

The show is joined by Laura Koprowski, Chief Executive Officer of TARTA, for a wide-ranging conversation about transportation, access, and how a strong transit system fuels opportunity, economic development, and quality of life throughout Northwest Ohio. Laura shares insight into TARTA’s evolving services, special event shuttles, and the vision for a more connected region.

The episode also features a special guest from the Collingwood Arts Center, highlighting one of Toledo’s most unique cultural landmarks and previewing an upcoming fundraiser and speakeasy-style event that blends history, art, and community engagement.

Together, the conversation showcases why Thursdays on The Four Hundred & Nineteen are all about discovering what’s happening, celebrating the people behind it, and making it easier for everyone to participate.

Thanks to our sponsors: Whetro Wealth Management, Workspring, Toledo Refining Company, Toledo Community Foundation, Destination Toledo and TARTA.
Catch the show 3 times every day on WGTE. 7am on WGTE's YouTube Channel. 3pm on the radio at FM91. 6pm on TV channel 30.4 WGTE Connects.

Wednesday’s episode of The Four Hundred & Nineteen is Wellness Wednesday presented by Workspring, with an honest, practical conversation focused on preventative health care, regular screenings, and advocating for your own well-being. The show opens with Paige Johnston from WorkSpring, who breaks down why so many adults fall behind on routine screenings—and how individuals and employers can remove barriers, improve access, and build healthier habits over time.

The episode features a powerful and deeply personal conversation with Willie Perryman, who shares his own health journey following a prostate cancer diagnosis. Reverend Perryman speaks candidly about early detection, the importance of regular screenings—particularly for African American men—and the role faith, family, and community support played in his recovery. His story underscores a central theme of the episode: screening saves lives, and self-advocacy matters.

The show also welcomes Riley Runnels of WGTE Public Media, who brings energy and perspective to the conversation while sharing insight into storytelling, local media, and the importance of amplifying community voices.

Together, this Wellness Wednesday episode blends expert guidance, lived experience, and meaningful dialogue—offering listeners practical takeaways and a strong reminder to prioritize health before small issues become big ones.

Thanks to our sponsors: Whetro Wealth Management, Workspring, Toledo Refining Company, Toledo Community Foundation and TARTA.
Catch the show 3 times every day on WGTE. 7am on WGTE's YouTube Channel. 3pm on the radio at FM91. 6pm on TV channel 30.4 WGTE Connects.