What if you could reinvent something as simple as a ball and turn it into an entirely new way for families to play?

In this episode of The Lead Lamp Podcast, a Central PA Podcast, Brett sits down with Andrew Brown and Kevin Langdon, two Central Pennsylvania entrepreneurs and co-founders of Ball2, the innovative smart ball recently featured on ABC's Shark Tank.

Built around the belief that technology should bring people together rather than keep them glued to screens, Ball2 combines motion-sensing technology, AI-powered game creation, and good old-fashioned fun to transform the way kids and families interact.

Andrew and Kevin share the journey behind Ball2, from their early entrepreneurial ventures to developing a product that encourages creativity, movement, and meaningful family connections. We explore how AI is changing the future of play, the challenges of bringing a new product to market, their experience with Shark Tank, and the magic that happens when technology takes a backseat to imagination.

Plus, we put Ball2 to the test by creating and playing a brand-new game right on the podcast! Sometimes the biggest innovations come from reimagining the simplest things.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, parent, tech enthusiast, or someone who believes in the power of play, this episode is one you won't want to miss.

Ball2 Website & Social Media:

🌐 Website: https://shop.ball2.ai/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ball2_ai/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61582357405215

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ball2_ai?lang=en

Lead Lamp's Links:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/leadlampmedia

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Leadlampmedia/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lead-lamp-media/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@leadlampmedia

Website: https://leadlamps.com/

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What happens when you combine a historic 1950s diner, homemade ice cream, locally roasted coffee, and a vision for bringing people together?

In this episode of The Lead Lamp Podcast, A Central PA Podcast, we sit down with Stavros Katsifis, co-owner of Silver Side Cafe and Creamery, to hear the story behind one of the most unique new spots in Silver Spring Township.

Stavros shares how an idea that started with his father, Bill Katsifis, grew into something much bigger. We talk about the family’s history with the diner, the incredible process of physically relocating the historic building after facing eminent domain, and how they transformed it into the Silver Side you see today.

We also get into the fun side of the business! Making ice cream in-house, experimenting with new flavors, serving locally roasted coffee, and creating a space that feels just as much like a community gathering place as it does a cafe or creamery. For Stavros, Silver Side is about more than what’s on the menu. It’s about creating a place where families, friends, neighbors, and generations can come together, make memories, and enjoy something simple.

🎙️ Watch the full episode to hear the story behind Silver Side Cafe & Creamery and the historic diner they refused to leave behind.

Silver Side Cafe and Creamery's Links:

🌐 Website: https://www.silversidepa.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silversidecafecreamery/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SilverSideCafeandCreamery

Silver Side Cafe & Creamery is at 25 Waterford Drive, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050, near Cumberland Valley High School.

Lead Lamp's Links:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/leadlampmedia

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Leadlampmedia/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lead-lamp-media/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@leadlampmedia

Website: https://leadlamps.com/

#LeadLampPodcast #SilverSideCafe #SilverSideCafeAndCreamery #CentralPA #MechanicsburgPA #SilverSpringTownship #LocalBusiness #SmallBusiness #CoffeeShop #IceCreamShop #CafeAndCreamery #SupportLocal #PennsylvaniaBusiness #Community

Misfit Kitchen is coming to Camp Hill — and they’re bringing award-winning wings, bold flavors, and a whole lot of personality with them.

In this episode of The Lead Lamp Podcast, a Central PA Podcast, we sit down with Leslie and Matt inside the future home of Misfit Kitchen to talk about what it really takes to open a restaurant, Matt’s 30+ years in the kitchen, and the story behind the “Misfit” name.

With more than 300 wing sauce recipes, multiple competition wins, and a passion for experimenting with flavors, Matt isn’t afraid to get creative.

We dive into what customers can expect from Misfit Kitchen, including craft pizzas, eclectic dishes, rotating specials, gluten-free options, craft cocktails, and plenty of award-winning wing experience.

We also get into the behind-the-scenes reality of building a restaurant from the ground up, creating a strong team culture, and why Leslie and Matt want Misfit Kitchen to feel like a true community spot for Camp Hill.

Follow along as Misfit Kitchen gets ready to open its doors and find its new home in Central PA.

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