Episodes
Today's episode includes a conversation with Mikayla Paquette and Callie O'Brien of Community Hoops. To sign up for their clinics, check out this form https://forms.gle/eU5kCKwPUyqt1qDR7  To donate to Community Hoops, go to: https://www.theteam.org/support-community-hoops Follow Community Hoops, Mikayla and Callie at :@communityhoopsorg @coachmik55@ coach_callie__
Published 11/04/24
Published 11/04/24
Today's episode was generously sponsored by the Chevalier Theater. Make sure to get your tickets to Gazillion Bubble Show here https://chevaliertheatre.com/artist/gazillion-bubble-show/ Thank you to all who shared what they love about Medford!
Published 10/21/24
Today's episode includes and conversation with Melanie Perkins McLaughin about her podcast "Open Investigation", a follow-up to her HBO Documentary "Have You Seen Andy". Melanie shares about the disappearance of her childhood friend, her lifelong commitment to finding him, and the web of child sexual abuse she uncovers along the way. If you are looking for support around the impact of sexual trauma you can reach out to the National Sexual Assault Hotline (1-800-646-6472). Thanks so much...
Published 10/07/24
Today's bonus episode includes a conversation with Mayor Breanna Lungo Koehn on her thoughts about the proposed debt exclusion for a new Fire Headquarters as well as two overrides to support our roads and school. Breanna discussed never before heard details about the some Fire Department officials rejection of the debt exclusion.
Published 09/24/24
Today's episode includes a conversation with Nicole Morell, Cristina McGorty, and Jessica Eisenman Parks about the Invest in Medford Campaign to support proposed debt exclusion and overrides. For more information about the campaign and how to get involved, visit https://investinmedford.com/. Thank you to the public for your comments in support of the overides. Below are the messages we received: Michelle Ann- “Right now, Medford Public Schools have already had to cut valuable positions...
Published 09/23/24
Today's episode includes a conversation with City Councilor Anna Callahan about her reflections on her work on the Council and her priorities for Medford moving forward. Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at [email protected]  or follow us on Instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes Podcast. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts. Thanks so much for listening.
Published 09/09/24
Today's episode includes a conversation with Zayda Ortiz, candidate for State Representative for Massachusetts 35th district, about her work as an activist as well as her campaign priorities. You can find more information about her campaign at https://electzayda.com/ Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at [email protected]  or follow us on Instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes Podcast. Please take a moment to rate and review the...
Published 08/26/24
Today's episode includes a conversation with Jenny Graham, Vice-Chair of the School Committee, that reflects on the past budget season a provides an update about efforts towards a new Medford High School. Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at [email protected]  or follow us on Instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes Podcast. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts. Thanks so much for listening.
Published 08/12/24
Today's episode includes a conversation with Warren Senders, also known as Man with Sign, about his messages about climate change as well as his work and passion for music. For more information about Warren you can visit his blog at https://mastodon.world/@WarrenSenders/112801988431666670 or on social media at https://www.facebook.com/ManWithSign/. Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at [email protected]  or follow us on Instagram...
Published 07/30/24
Today's episode includes a conversation with Laura O'Neill, Executive Director of the Medford Chamber of Commerce. For more information about her work and the Chamber, including a calendar of events, see their website at https://medfordchamberma.com/ Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at [email protected]  or follow us on Instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes Podcast. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple...
Published 07/15/24
Today's episode includes an interview with Vijaya Sundaram, Medford's Poet Laureate. Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at [email protected]  or follow us on Instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes Podcast. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts. Thanks so much for listening.
Published 07/01/24
Today's episode includes a conversation with Regina Parkinson, Executive Director of Arts Collaborative Medford. For more information check out https://artscollabmedford.org Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at [email protected]  or follow us on Instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes Podcast. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts. Thanks so much for listening.
Published 06/03/24
Today's episode includes a conversation with Chenine Peloquin about the planning and renovation of the McGlynn Playground. Chenine is a consultant with the city and owner of The Playful Pelican. See updates about the McGlynn Playground here http://linktr.ee/mcglynnplayground Check out Chenine's business, the Playful Pelican here: http://www.playfulpelican.com For more information about the Playwork Principles please see https://tinyurl.com/Principles-of-playwork Sign up for Medford's...
Published 05/20/24
Today's episode includes a conversation with City Councilor Emily Lazzaro. Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at [email protected]  or follow us on Instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes Podcast. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts. Thanks so much for listening.
Published 05/06/24
Today's episode includes a conversation with Nichole Mossalam, Democratic candidate for State Representative for the 35th district. More information can be found on her website: https://www.nicholemossalam.com/ Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at [email protected]  or follow us on Instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes Podcast. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts. Thanks so much for listening.
Published 04/15/24
Today's episode includes a conversation with City Council Vice President Kit Collins and Councilor Matt Leming about the Real Estate Transfer Fee. For more information, you can read Kit's blog at https://www.kitformedford.com/post/preliminary-thoughts-on-real-estate-transfer-fees and Matt's blog can be found at https://www.mattleming.com/blog Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at [email protected]  or follow us on Instagram @medfordpod or...
Published 04/08/24
Today's episode includes a dialogue about Gaza and with Barry Ingber, Munir Jiramus and Steve Schnapp. Below are a list of resources discussed in their conversation: Peter Beinart, The Beinart Notebook * Interview with Naomi Klein * Jonathan Kuttab - pacifist co-founder of Nonviolence International, the Palestinian human rights organization Al Haq (banned for “terrorism” under ex-PM Naftali Bennett), and the Foundation for Middle East Peace. Renowned international human rights lawyer and...
Published 01/15/24
Today's episode includes and conversation with co-hosts, Danielle Balocca and Chelli Keshavan recaping this year for the podcast. Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at [email protected]  or follow us on Instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes Podcast. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts. Thanks so much for listening.
Published 01/01/24
Today's episode includes a conversation with Roberta Cameron about the Community Preservation Act, a fund used for capital improvements for the City of Medford. For more information, you can also visit http://preservemedford.org/ Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at [email protected]  or follow us on Instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes Podcast. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts. Thanks so...
Published 12/11/23
Today's episode includes a conversation with Joel Menasha and Sarah Fard about the Medford Teacher Equity Scholarship. For more information or to donate, please visit https://www.medfordteacherequityscholarship.org/ Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at [email protected]  or follow us on Instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes Podcast. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts. Thanks so much for listening.
Published 11/27/23
Today's episode includes a conversation with Sharon Hays and Melanie Perkins McLaughlin about their motion for Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender. This motion will go for its second reading during the School Committee's meeting on November 20th, 2023. Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at [email protected]  or follow us on Instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes Podcast. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast...
Published 11/13/23
Today's episode includes a conversation with Jimmy Matejek-Morris, Medford-based young adult author about his newest book, "Forsooth", set to be released on November 7th. "Forsooth" and Jimmy's first book "My Ex-Imaginary Friend" can be found wherever books are sold, or online Forsooth: https://bookshop.org/p/books/forsooth-jimmy-matejek-morris/20148680?ean=9781728457598  My Ex-Imaginary...
Published 10/30/23
Please enjoy the podcast trailers made by participants in the How to Podcast class at the Medford Public Library. Their podcasts were titled "K Dramarama", "I Agree.." and "Disgruntled Tales" For more Episodes of Disgruntled Tales, check them out at https://spotify.link/vfBIpkbM9Db For more information about MPL events, visit https://medfordlibrary.org/events/ Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at [email protected]  or follow us on...
Published 10/27/23
Today's episode includes a conversation with Len Glionna about his campaign for City Councilor. For more information about Len's campaign, visit https://www.glionnamedford.com/. Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at [email protected]  or follow us on Instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes Podcast. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts. Thanks so much for listening.
Published 10/23/23