We Are Tusc Podcast

Ashley Hafer-Kline started working at Simply Cinnamon (https://sites.google.com/view/simplycinnamon/home) in Bolivar when she was 16 years old. 10 years old, she bought the business and his helping it grow and expand. We had a great conversation about her family, her business, and her love of Tusc County. 

Tyler King, Mikey Rogers, and Chad Shumaker are three talented individuals who love Tuscarawas County. They are using their incredible talents to help small businesses and other individuals in our community. Check out their work at ourcityproductions.com, and make sure you listen to the whole conversation so you don't miss a guest appearance by Kermit the Frog.

Dave Jones is not just a small business owner, he is a book lover. Opening Bibliophile (a used book store) in downtown Dover, Ohio allows him to share his passion with our community. We had a great conversation about books, reading, and our community. (Sorry for the audio quality, there was a problem with Dave's microphone).

Anita Davis helps run her family business Breitenbach Winery (breitenbachwine.com) and operates a foundation in her son's name. The Zachary Davis Foundation (www.zachsstory.org) has helped fight drug abuse in a variety of ways in Tuscarawas County. This is a powerful conversation, and you will love hearing Anita's heart and passion.

After taking a few months off for summer break, we have new episodes coming in October. Here's a quick look back at some of the interviews from Season 1. Be sure to catch up on any episodes you missed while you wait for Season 2 to arrive. 

Sugarfuse is a local bakery and coffee shop that serves up high quality coffee, donuts, pastries, cupcakes, and more. Scott began the business as a homer bakery 10 years ago, and has grown it into a gourmet pastry and coffee shop. As he tells the story of his journey, you will hear his passion for excellence and his love for the people around our community. 

Todd Smith opened MAD Bros. Games & Hobbies with his brother because of their love of games and their love of family. Tabletop gaming is a great way to connect with your kids and extended family, and MAD Bros. is here to help you make that connection. Todd has built an awesome community through his business, and his heart really shines through in our conversation.

Vivian Mosley as been an artist her whole life, and she is currently living out her dream by leading the Tusc Arts Cooperative & Gallery in New Philadelphia. Our conversation touches on her own passion for creating and her desire to highlight the local talent living in our wonderful county.  You can stop in and check out their gallery located in Around the Corner Frames on

The weather is getting nicer, and that means Drive-In Movie season is just around the corner. This episode feature Rich Reding from Lynn Drive-In Movie Theatre. Rich loves describing the unique experience that comes from watching the stars under the stars and some of the unique challenges and opportunities that came from COVID-19.

Tuscarawas County Challenger Baseball helps kids and adult with special needs play America's favorite pastime. They work hard to accommodate people with different needs, and help provide joy, hope, and community to so many families living in our county. You can learn more about them on their Facebook page or their website https://www.leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?url=tuscchallenger.