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Fresh off his nationwide Crashing Out Tour, local comedian and internet personality Pearlmania500 sat down with us to talk about his success, his podcasts Too Many Tabs (Sun @ noon) with his wife Mrs. Pearlmania500, and Crashing Out (Wed @ noon) with Phillip DeFranco, and the state of the world.
“When I started in 2002 as a standup comedian, I think this was always what I was aiming for... but it still feels surreal”, he told us.
Known for his angry, selfie-style videos that have attracted millions of followers online, he says “I’m just trying to explain things the way I’m seeing it, and also in language that people would understand... there’s a certain [feeling of] please call a ball and a strike”.
While a clip appeared in this week’s episode, you can watch an extended version above.
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17 Oct 2026
Local Assault, Hickman Update, Energy Grid Crisis, Local Sports, interview with Pearlmania500
This week, the WCPD are looking for help with an assault in West Chester, an update on the The Hickman Friends Senior Community & the response from the Housing Authority of the County of Chester, the energy grid crisis, local sports with Josh Gordon, and an interview with local comedian Alex Pearlman, also known as Pearlmania500, host of the Too Many Tabs podcast with his wife Mrs. Pearlmania and the Crashing Out podcast with Phillip DeFranco. Don’t forget to register to vote! The deadline is Monday, October 19th.
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10 Oct 2026
2026 Governor Debate, Section 8 vs. Section 9, and Christian Greco, Sultan of Syrup
This week, We recap the only debate between the two candidates for Governor of Pennsylvania, State Treasurer Stacy Garrity and Governor Josh Shapiro. Also, after the announcement of the Housing Authority of the County of Chester that they will be shutting down the Section 9 Public Housing program in Chester County, we go over the difference between the Section 8 and Section 9 housing programs. Finally, our editor sits down with local creator Christian Greco from The Market Street Grill about his podcast, his new film Redeemed and his many other projects.
Don’t forget, the last day to register to vote (https://www.pa.gov/agencies/vote) is Oct. 19th!
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5 Oct 2026
Gallery Walk 2026
On Friday October 2nd, Downtown West Chester held it’s annual Fall Gallery Walk, one of two seasonal celebrations of local art where you can find beautiful creations in every corner of the borough. Our cultural correspondent went to visit several local artists to see their amazing pieces, you can see her report here and follow her @zabellespatravels on Instagram and TikTok.
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3 Oct 2026
The End of Section 9 Public Housing, HACC Sunshine Violations, Asha Jyothi 5k, Employee Appreciation Day, OutFest
In this episode, we look at the Housing Authority of the County of Chester (HACC). We visited September’s board meeting and found possible Sunshine Act violations. During the meeting, Toni Kelly from the Hickman pleaded for help after funding for their renovation fell into jeapordy, and they voted on their 2027 Annual Plan that intends to end Section 9 Public Housing in Chester County. Also, We speak with members of Asha Jyothi about their recent 5k run fundraiser, West Chester Borough Employee Appreciation Day with Optimal Massage, and the LGBT Equality Alliance is hosting OutFest this weekend.
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24 Sept 2026
Housing Authority of Chester County - Board Meeting
We attended the Housing Authority of the County of Chester (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064064858864&__cft__[0]=AZi1vWiNLVYYQo59dgkVpA3n5b7lFkFZrRj6lBNjWrClxUKwP5HpQZgtIfyQvBQGbsGUyjjC65w3coPzpzDsMJ6YIlvFwpDudkn8Ijc5seBQPcV83RTrpNrj309IMG4WaiY_j53uZmjZWe_W7wdZoG4XtRo90TxLT2tHc7Ii9VLA&__tn__=-]K-R) (HACC) board meeting on Tuesday at the Denny Rayburn building. The outside doors were locked prior to and during the meeting at 4:30, so members of the public were unable to gain access to the room while it was happening. In addition, the livestream that was published to their website was the incorrect link, so members of the public were not able to access the meeting as far as we can tell, unless they arrived early.
We also did not see any public notice of the meeting, and the agenda was not published ahead of time. The time of the meeting was published on their website, but that does not meet the legal standard according to our understanding of the law. The time listed on their website was a half hour earlier than the meeting actually started, which is the only reason we were able to gain access and provide coverage.
These all seem to be violations of the Pennsylvania Sunshine Act, so we reached out to the Chester County Commissioners. County Commissioner Josh Maxwell (https://www.facebook.com/commissionerjoshmaxwell?__cft__[0]=AZi1vWiNLVYYQo59dgkVpA3n5b7lFkFZrRj6lBNjWrClxUKwP5HpQZgtIfyQvBQGbsGUyjjC65w3coPzpzDsMJ6YIlvFwpDudkn8Ijc5seBQPcV83RTrpNrj309IMG4WaiY_j53uZmjZWe_W7wdZoG4XtRo90TxLT2tHc7Ii9VLA&__tn__=-]K-R) responded, “They are a non-profit; I’m only familiar with the government sunshine laws. They are likely different than our rules.”
HACC administers the Section 8 program, and the board is appointed by the county commissioners. According to the state website regarding the Sunshine Act, HACC does seem to meet the criteria.
We objected during the meeting, but they claimed the doors were unlocked. We demonstrated after the meeting to Mr. Claypool, one of the board members, that the doors were indeed locked.
We are waiting for a response from Commissioner Maxwell and will update you if we hear back from County Commissioner Marian Moskowitz (https://www.facebook.com/CommissionerMoskowitz?__cft__[0]=AZi1vWiNLVYYQo59dgkVpA3n5b7lFkFZrRj6lBNjWrClxUKwP5HpQZgtIfyQvBQGbsGUyjjC65w3coPzpzDsMJ6YIlvFwpDudkn8Ijc5seBQPcV83RTrpNrj309IMG4WaiY_j53uZmjZWe_W7wdZoG4XtRo90TxLT2tHc7Ii9VLA&__tn__=-]K-R) or Chester County Commissioner Eric Roe (https://www.facebook.com/CommissionerEricRoe?__cft__[0]=AZi1vWiNLVYYQo59dgkVpA3n5b7lFkFZrRj6lBNjWrClxUKwP5HpQZgtIfyQvBQGbsGUyjjC65w3coPzpzDsMJ6YIlvFwpDudkn8Ijc5seBQPcV83RTrpNrj309IMG4WaiY_j53uZmjZWe_W7wdZoG4XtRo90TxLT2tHc7Ii9VLA&__tn__=-]K-R).
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18 Sept 2026
Remembering 9/11, Gov. Shapiro on Flock and Vipr.ai, Downingtown Library
This week, we remember the 25th Anniversary of 9/11 at the National Iron & Steel Heritage Museum in Coatesville, PA, wehre the steel for the World Trade Centers were made. Also, Gov. Shapiro takes a stand on Flock cameras, but the relationship between VIPR.ai and State Police is unclear. Finally, we sit down with Jasmine Smith, Director at the Downingtown Library to talk about the amazing community center right down the road. Rest in peace Tom Walsh, 1941-2026.
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29 Aug 2026
SEPTA Bus Changes, Gov. Shapiro Makes Data Center U-Turn, “Cybersecurity Incident” at Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union, Bam Margera Livestreams, Local Sports, “Night of Light”
This week, Bonita goes over the major changes SEPTA is making to their bus network and what is in store for West Chester. Governor Shapiro changes direction on data centers, we speak with activist Ginny Kerslake and hear a response from his opponent in the race for governor, State Treasurer Stacy Garrity. This week Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union had a “Cybersecurity Incident” that caused their website, emails and login to go down. Bam Margera is back making content and filming locally for his new Kick.com channel.
Also, local sports with Josh Gordon (new book available now!) and a look at Monday’s “Night of Light” at the Chester County Historic Courthouse.
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21 Aug 2026
VIPR.ai, East Side Little League goes to World Series, Back to School!
This week we continue our investigation into VIPR.ai Automated License Plate Reader Technology, the largest surveillance network you’ve never heard of. In this video we share a shortened version of a presentation VIPR owner Sean Petty made to IPVM in 2023 where he goes into how his technology works. Then, he walks through a product demo that showcases the abilities with a run through of what a search looks like.
We also go over clearance rates going back to 2018 to show what impact, if any, the VIP system had on actually solving crimes. Then, local attorney Sam Stretton shares his concerns with the lack of regulation on this technology.
Josh Gordon gives this week’s sports report which is focused on the East Side Little League’s historic trip to the Little League World Series.
Don’t forget, school is back in session!
Editors note: In the original publication of this video, the source of the presentation was mistakingly labeled IVPM, when the source is, in fact, IPVM. They are a Pennsylvania based research organization focused on physical security. That has been corrected in this version.
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7 Aug 2026
America250, Chester County Welcome Center, Local Sports
This week, Auciel goes over the America250 Celebration in Downtown West Chester that went off despite the rain. Our editor visited the Chester County Welcome Center and spoke with Michelle Cope about Chester County Tourism. Plus, Josh Gordon with local sports and the Tour-de-Trike is this weekend!
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17 Jul 2026
Unhealthy Air, Unleashed Dog Attack, Drunk Volunteers at Camp, Comedy Festival
Right now the air is officially unhealthy, we discuss a small dog that was killed by unleashed dog at the Apartments for Modern Living, student volunteers were suspected of being drunk while supervising children as young as 1st grade, and we talk with the founders of the upcoming West Chester Comedy Festival.
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6 Mar 2026
Goose Creek Leak, Sweet Charity
This week, Auciel looks at the cause of the recent contamination of Goose Creek. Also, our cultural correspondent, Zabelle Minasian, visited the Chester County Community Foundation's "Sweet Charity" event, and the borough is looking for volunteers for several commissions.
featuring music by Mike Nappi
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27 Feb 2026
How to Run for Office, Restaurant week, "Good" by C.P. Taylor
This week, Bonita goes over how to run for office, Cultural Correspondent Zabelle Minasian explores Restaurant Week (featuring Music from Mike Nappi), and Kyle visits the West Chester Theatre and Dance department to check out this weekend's performance of "Good" by C.P. Taylor.
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