Saga Media
"Blueprints & Backstories: Business, Mysteries, and the Art of Storytelling"
Description: Saga Media invites you to tune in to "Blueprints & Backstories," an enlightening podcast that merges diverse interests and engages listeners with captivating conversations.
Our co-hosts, Jeremy Bruce and Al Marschke, leverage their varied backgrounds to present a show that navigates business corridors, peels back the layers of enigmatic mysteries, and shines a spotlight on unique and intriguing narratives.
Jeremy Bruce, a seasoned expert in Real Estate Development/Acquisitions, Energy/Power Generation Development, Construction/Construction Management, and Data Center Development, covers the intricate world of business, finance, and real estate.
As part of this journey, he also delves into the dark side of humanity, exploring unsolved mysteries and solved murders. From the grit of construction sites to the clandestine corners of cold cases, Jeremy brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to stimulate the curious mind.
Al Marschke, a skilled video producer with substantial experience in broadcasting, sales, and marketing, turns the tables on traditional interviewing. Drawing from his knack for storytelling, Al brings entrepreneurs and fascinating individuals to the forefront, unraveling hidden stories and sharing innovative business and life hacks. Each conversation is an invitation to learn, broaden perspectives, and appreciate the art of storytelling.
"Blueprints & Backstories" is a podcast for business-minded mystery enthusiasts and story lovers. If you're fueled by curiosity, love enriching dialogues, and expand your knowledge, this is your platform. Engage with us as we dissect complex business concepts, grapple with the unsolved, and embrace storytelling.
Episodes
44 episodes
Paranormal, Mediums, & More with Diane Keally
In this episode Jeremy discusses with Diane Keally about the paranormal, going through life as a medium, how paranormal investigations go, equipment to use to capture evidence, and her most haunted investigation locations!
Inspiring The World with Sarah Phillips
In this episode we discuss the world of energy and specifically the oil & gas industry with petroleum engineer Sarah Phillips. Her recent public speaking which includes being the first speaker at the President Trump event in Butler, PA in w...
"We The People" with Mary Beth Cirucci & Emily Greene of AFP
In this episode Jeremy discusses the relentless advocacy work being conducted by Mary Beth Cirucci and Emily Greene of Americans for Prosperity in representing & defending the livelihood of the citizens of Pennsylvania & America. Mary B...
Stan Gordon UFO Files
In this episode host Jeremy discusses UFO's, the Kecksburg, PA UFO crash of 1965, Roswell, New Mexico, Area 51, and bigfoot with infamous Stan Gordon. Jeremy & Stan discuss his long history of investigating & reporting on UFO's, Bigfoot...
Talking Guitars, KISS, Real Estate, Podcast, & UFO's with Eric McKenna
In this episode, Eric McKenna of the Eric McKenna project discusses his life journey, building custom guitars for Paul Stanley of KISS, today's Real Estate market, how Joe Rogan inspired him to start his own podcast, and UFOs across America!&nb...
"Steel City Sidelines: A Deep Dive into Pittsburgh Sports"
Welcome to "Saga Media," where hosts Jeremy Bruce and Al Marschke take you through various topics, from the thrilling world of sports to compelling cultural discussions. While we often spotlight the Pittsburgh Steelers, delving into their strat...
Mark Caskey on the Power and Politics of Energy
In this thought-provoking episode of "Fueling Progress: Voices from the Energy Frontier," we sit down with Mark Caskey, President of the American Oil and Gas Alliance and a steadfast figure in the energy sector. Diving deep into the industry...
"A Journey of Knowledge and Laughter"
In this lively episode, Jeremy Bruce and his co-host, Al Marschke, take a delightful detour from their usual discussions on videography and finance to embark on a playful exploration of trivia. Saga Media presents an engaging session filled ...
The Media Landscape and the Importance of Critical Thinking: A Candid Conversation with Al Marschke and Jeremy Bruce
Join Al Marschke and Jeremy Bruce on their latest episode of "Saga Media," where they dive deep into the evolving dynamics of media and the pivotal role of critical thinking in today’s information age. Drawing from Al's extensive b...
Cutting Through Adversity: MJ Delre's Entrepreneurial Journey
Join us on "Resilience Redefined," where this week's guest, MJ Delre, a master barber from West Virginia, shares his profound story of transformation with our host, Jeremy Bruce. MJ's tale is one of true tenacity, tracing his path from the d...
Through the Lens: Jordan Jenkins' Journey to Life Camera Soul
Join Al Marschke from Saga Media as he sits down with the up-and-coming visionary behind Life Camera Soul Photography, Jordan Jenkins. In this inspiring episode of "Through the Lens," we dive into Jordan's photographic odyssey, exploring the...
Through the Lens: Chernobyl's Silent Echoes
In this captivating episode of "Through the Lens," we sit down with Mike Harintan, a distinguished photographer who penetrated the veiled perimeter of Chernobyl three decades post-catastrophe. Harintan's vivid narrative escorts us through th...
Powering Progress: The Microgrid Movement with Jeremy Bruce
In this illuminating episode of 'Powering Progress,' host Al Marschke sits down with Jeremy Bruce, the dynamic Chief Executive Officer at Saga Companies, to explore the burgeoning world of microgrids. As these self-sufficient energy systems ...
The Competitive Edge
Join us on "The Competitive Edge," a podcast where Tobias (Toby) Schwab, a seasoned Human Resource specialist, dives into the complexities of the job market. Toby brings a unique perspective to the conversation, having recently transitioned ...
Paranormal Files Ep.3 Cashtown Inn
In this episode, Jeremy takes us to the Cashtown Inn near Gettysburg, PA. Jeremy recounts that on a couple's weekend, they experienced a possible civil war soldier "residual" encounter that kept them up all night long!
Paranormal Files Ep.2
In this episode, Jere talks about the paranormal investigation of the Demon House located in Monongahela, PA. Over 120 years ago, this mansion was built on a Native American burial site. The owners vanished in the late 1800s and for over 100 ye...
Paranormal Files Ep.1
In our first episode, Jeremy discusses his days as a paranormal investigator with the group S.P.O.O.K.S Pittsburgh, where he tells the chilling story of Miss Carolines B&B (now Perkey Pelicans Christmas Store) in St. Augustine, where he exp...
Appalachian Trail Unsolved Mysteries: Louise Chaput
Louise Chaput: age 52, was last seen on November 15, 2001. She was reported missing on November 20, 2001, by family when she failed to return from a scheduled hiking trip in Pinkham Notch. Her body was found on November 22, 2001, near the Glen ...
Appalachian Trail Unsolved Mysteries: Julianne "Julie" WIlliams & Laura "Lollie" Winans
On Saturday, June 1, 1996, the bodies of both women were found at their campsite near Skyland Resort in Shenandoah National Park in Virginia. The women had been hiking with a golden retriever named "Taj" and were last seen on May 24, 1996. The ...
Appalachian Trail: Unsolved Mysteries David & Heidi
On August 26, 2009, David & Heidi went on a special date to the Caldwell Fields in the Jefferson National ParkThe couple arrived at their spot around 8:15, and the pair didn’t plan on staying out late because classes had started a couple of...
Appalachian Trail: Unsolved Mysteries Scott Lilly
On June 15, 2011 Scott Lilly began his Appalachian Trail (AT) section hike. Scott chose to start in Maryland and head south to Springer Mountain, Georgia, the trail's southern terminus. The next time Scott would be seen was when a group of hike...
Mastering Networking: A Deep Dive with Alex Giannetti
🎙 Welcome to this enlightening episode of “Entrepreneurial Connections.” Our special guest today, Alex Giannetti, is not just an accomplished entrepreneur and Realtor but also the author of the game-changing book, "Great People Know Grea...