Behind the Lens: Hosting City Centric Season 2
- Oct 1, 2025
- 3 min read
Updated: Oct 3, 2025
When I first stepped onto the set of City Centric, I knew this wasn’t just another hosting
opportunity — it was the chance to bring real stories, real people, and real communities into
the spotlight. Produced by PBS Western Reserve, City Centric highlights changemakers
across Northeast Ohio and Western Pennsylvania, diving into the people who make their
cities thrive.
Hosting the show has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my career. Season 2
was especially meaningful because it allowed me to travel across the Western Reserve
region, meet incredible individuals, and witness how deeply rooted passion can transform a
community. It also opened doors for me personally, teaching me the art of storytelling in a
whole new way and connecting me with people who inspired me long after the cameras
stopped rolling.
In this blog, I want to give you a closer look at Season 2 — the six episodes we filmed, the
stories we told, and what I learned as a host along the way.
The Cities of Season 2
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Season 2 featured six unique cities, each episode highlighting six local changemakers. What I
love most about City Centric is that every city has its own flavor, and every guest has a story
worth telling. Here’s a peek into each episode: Check out City Centric
Hosting City Centric has been about more than just asking questions on camera. It pushed
me to listen deeper, to find the right words to connect with guests, and to balance the role of interviewer and storyteller.
It also reminded me that vulnerability creates connection. Not every guest was used to the
spotlight, but when they opened up about their passions, struggles, or dreams, that’s when
the magic happened. Those were the moments I felt honored to sit in the host chair.
Personally, Season 2 gave me opportunities I never imagined — new collaborations,
speaking invitations, and doors opening in the hosting world. It allowed me to grow my voice
not just as a presenter but as someone who believes in amplifying others.
Why This Show Matters
At its core, City Centric is about people. It’s about shining a light on the educators, artists,
leaders, and everyday heroes who make their communities better. Season 2 proved that
regional storytelling matters — it brings pride, sparks inspiration, and reminds us that change
often begins at the local level.
For me, it’s more than a show — it’s part of my journey as a host and storyteller. And I hope
there’s so much more to come.
■ Your Turn (Interactive Homework)
If you haven’t watched Season 2 yet, here’s your homework:
1. Pick an Episode — Choose the city closest to your heart and watch the episode online.
2. Reflect — What story surprised or inspired you most?
3. Engage Locally — Identify one person in your own community who’s making a difference.
Reach out, thank them, or share their story.
Season 2 may have wrapped, but the impact of these stories continues. And I can’t wait to
share more with you if we’re lucky enough to return for Season 3.