Tales and Trails
With Brian Zimmerman
Tales and Trails, a podcast hosted by Cleveland Metroparks CEO Brian Zimmerman, goes behind-the-scenes on wide-ranging topics from wildlife and animal care, scenic destinations and hidden gems, upcoming projects and more. Premiering the first Monday of each month, episodes will feature Brian accompanied by special guests across the Park District's award-winning team as well as key community partners and leaders in Northeast Ohio.
Latest Episode
The Cleveland Zoological Society has been a proud nonprofit partner of Cleveland Metroparks Zoo for nearly 70 years. Hear from Sarah Crupi, Chief Executive Officer of the Zoo Society, and Board Chair Christine Myeroff on recent improvements to the Zoo, why philanthropic and community support is so critical, and big plans ahead for the Zoo’s 150th anniversary.
Upcoming Episodes
- Monday, January 5
Previous Episodes
- Episode 14: "Rooted in Community: How Civic Leadership is Elevating Northeast Ohio" with Yvette Ittu
- Episode 13: "Key Connections: Reflections on Legacy, Leadership & Community 200 Years in the Making" with Trina Evans
- Episode 12: "Growing the Game: Why Public Golf Matters More Than Ever" with Pat Jones
- Episode 11: "From Landfill to Landmark: The Story of West Creek Reservation" with Derek Schafer
- Episode 10: "Park Secrets & Founding Stories: A Century of Cleveland Metroparks" with Judy MacKeigan
- Episode 9: "Pushing Limits, Making Waves: Katie Spotz’s Journey for Clean Water" with Katie Spotz
- Episode 8: "Kickin’ it with Kenny in the Parks!" with Kenny Crumpton
- Episode 7: "Pints & Parks: Brewing Partnerships with Purpose" with Matt Cole
- Bonus Episode: "The Art of Trail (Part 2)" with Jackson Wolf
- Episode 6: "The Art of Trail" with Jim Rodstrom
- Episode 5: "Parks to Prosperity: Building Northeast Ohio through Outdoor Tourism" with David Gilbert
- Episode 4: "Activating Cleveland’s Lakefront" with Commissioner Dan Moore
- Episode 3: "The Future Zoo" with Dr. Chris Kuhar
- Episode 2: "Everything Trails" with Mary Cierebiej and Mayor Eddy Kraus
- Episode 1: “How it Started, How it’s Going: Building an Emerald Necklace” with Commissioner Bruce Rinker