Best Northwest Corner Podcasts (2024)

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BHS e471-A L Root Transportation 9:06

5d ago9:06

9:06

Brattleboro Historical Society Trustee Peter Root recently shared memories of his father's local trucking company. He spoke about growing up in Brattleboro in the 1940's and 50's and how the company changed with the times...By Brattleboro Historical Society

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BHS e470-Putney Folk Part 3 9:36

12d ago9:36

9:36

In 1973 Ry Cooder played at Windham College. The concert was one of many arranged by Putney Folk. This is the story of two of the main forces behind Putney Folk and how their careers led to many accolades, including a Grammy...By Brattleboro Historical Society

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Around The Nest: Second Half Refresher 42:39

12d ago42:39

42:39

The second half of the Minor League Baseball season seemed to have just started and teams are getting ready to put their feet up for a breather as they enter All-Star Game weekend. With the trade deadline coming soon after, the Blue Jays' minor league broadcasters are gearing up for various roster machinations that could affect their teams. The epi…

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BHS e469-Putney Folk, Misty Meadows and the Olson's 7:29

19d ago7:29

7:29

Nancy and Victor Olson remember the 1970's and the music created at Misty Meadows Farm...By Brattleboro Historical Society

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BHS e468-Green Mt. Boys, Windham College & Putney Folk 9:31

10d ago9:31

9:31

An early version of local musicians, The Stockwells, began in the 1970's as The Green Mountain Boys. Here's how they started, and found themselves playing with many accomplished performers at Windham College. Putney Folk, the promoters of several performances, is also discussed in this recording...By Brattleboro Historical Society

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🎧 Power of Place Episode #51 | Peaks & Pôsterity – Doug Leen 1:04:11

15d ago1:04:11

1:04:11

Pack your camper as we tour America’s National Parks—from Acadia to Zion. Our guide is modern-day folk hero Douglas Leen, whose Ranger Doug Enterprises recently published “Ranger of the Lost Art: Rediscovering the WPA Poster Art of Our National Parks.”Doug describes how in 1971, while working as a seasonal park ranger at Grand Teton National Park, …

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BHS e467-Esteyville Bandstand at Fuller Park 6:54

17d ago6:54

6:54

One hundred and ten years ago the Esteyville neighborhood bandstand at Fuller Park was dedicated in a ceremony organized by the Ladies Enterprise Society. An audience of 500 attended the dedication and listened to the inaugural band concert. The future of the bandstand will be discussed in the coming weeks. This recording shares some of the bandsta…

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BHS e466-Clif Taylor and Short Ski Development 6:23

1M ago6:23

6:23

In 1955 Clif Taylor moved with his young family to Brattleboro. He became President of the Outing Club and offered ski lessons at Living Memorial Park. He began experimenting with shorter skis to speed up the learning process for beginning skiers. In 1961 the Stephen Greene Press published Instant Skiing, a how-to book for learning to ski with shor…

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BHS e465-Juneteenth 2022 Civil War Soldier's Monument 13:54

2M ago13:54

13:54

In 2022 town government placed a corrective plaque near the Civil War Soldier's Monument on the Common. This recording is a collection of excerpts from the ceremony with added context from current BAMS students.By Brattleboro Historical Society

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Around The Nest: Turning The Corner 44:58

1M ago44:58

44:58

Around The Nest is the Blue Jays’ minor league podcast where the broadcasters from single-A all the way up to triple-A get together to talk about the performances of Blue Jays minor leaguers in the past two weeks. Pat Malacaro (AAA Buffalo Bisons) reported on his team’s tough run of injuries, Nathan Lukes is doing everything well, Riley Tirotta’s p…

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BHS e464-Northwest Corner of West B Cemetery 7:29

1M ago7:29

7:29

The northwest corner of West Brattleboro’s Mather Road Cemetery is a solemn spot. The back row of uniform gravestones with inscriptions facing the woods are people who died while under the supervision of the town. Some were living at the Town Farm, others resided at the Brattleboro Retreat, and a few bodies were unclaimed after they died at the hos…

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BHS e463-Sue Mitchell; Humor, Flexibility and Caring 8:56

2M ago8:56

8:56

Sue Mitchell will be retiring from Brattleboro Area Middle School this year. She has worked more than forty years in local schools. Sue was born and grew up in Brattleboro, attending St. Michael’s School until it closed, and then finishing her high school years at Brattleboro Union High School. This is a bit of her story...…

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🎧 Power of Place Episode #50 | The Prodigal Dad – Sarah Eichhorn 55:25

2M ago55:25

55:25

Join us in this episode for a conversation with Sarah Eichhorn, daughter of writer Dennis P. Eichhorn, known for his adult-oriented autobiographical comic book series “Real Stuff.” With reminiscences echoing a central premise of her father’s work—that truth is stranger than fiction—Sarah recounts his birth and orphanhood at Montana State Prison. Sa…

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BHS e462-Memorial Day and "Defenders Of The Union" 5:55

2M ago5:55

5:55

In 1906 the “Defenders of the Union” monument on the local fairgrounds was dedicated during a well-attended ceremony at the old military camp. U.S. member of Congress, Kittredge Haskins, was one of the dignitaries who spoke at the commemoration. Memorial Day and a history of the monument are discussed in the recording.…

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Around The Nest: Rafael Ohashi shuts out Northwest League 52:43

2M ago52:43

52:43

Around The Nest is the Blue Jays’ minor league podcast where the broadcasters from up and down the farm system get together to talk about the performances of Blue Jays prospects in the past two weeks. This week, we welcome Chris Georges, the Vancouver Canadians’ broadcast assistant, to the Nest. Chris G. is joined by Chris Jared of the New Hampshir…

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BHS e461-H.P. Lovecraft and Brattleboro 6:01

2M ago6:01

6:01

In 1928 a local columnist, Vrest Orton, wrote an article for the Brattleboro Reformer entitled, “A Weird Writer is in Our Midst.” The column was about H.P. Lovecraft. Howard Phillips Lovecraft was a writer from Providence, Rhode Island who would later become well-known for his science fiction/fantasy/horror stories.Here's the story of how the Bratt…

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BHS e460-Mary Palmer Tyler, Trailblazer 6:09

2M ago6:09

6:09

Mary Palmer Tyler wrote a healthcare book in 1811. It was called "The Maternal Physician" and was the first book of its kind in the United States. A book written for women, by a woman, that addressed health and domestic issues...a second edition was published in 1818. Tyler moved to Brattleboro in 1801, had 11 children and lived to be 91 years old.…

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Around The Nest: New Kids on the Block 52:34

2M ago52:34

52:34

One month into the 2024 minor league season we get our first reports on the performance of Blue Jays prospects from low-A to triple-A from the Around The Nest crew. Host Tyler Zickel, the Voice of the Vancouver Canadians, is joined by long-time Nester Pat Malacaro (Buffalo Bisons) and newcomers Chris Jared (New Hampshire Fisher Cats) and Larry Lars…

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BHS e459-Daniel Webster, the Union, and Brattleboro 6:00

3M ago6:00

6:00

200 years ago Daniel Webster was a strong advocate for keeping the United States together during tumultuous times. He also had some connections with Brattleboro...here's the story...By Brattleboro Historical Society

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🎧 Power of Place Episode #49 | Inspiration Generation – Colleen Echohawk 59:11

3M ago59:11

59:11

What becomes possible when solutions to modern urban society’s most pressing challenges—housing the unhoused, corporate innovation, designing more beautiful places & objects—originate from the communities who have inhabited this place from time immemorial? Guiding us through this multifaceted exploration is Colleen Echohawk. Currently CEO of the Na…

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BHS e458-Town Farms and Paupers 1837-1950 8:47

3M ago8:47

8:47

From 1837 to 1950 Brattleboro operated a Town Farm to provide support for those who could not financially take care of themselves. This is the story...By Brattleboro Historical Society

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ATW Episode 290: How Sweep it Isn't 52:58

3M ago52:58

52:58

Josh and Nick discuss the first three weeks of the Jays season with looks at the struggling, but puzzling offence that is seeing signs of life from Daulton Varsho but not Kevin Kiermaier, the starting staff that has seen steps forward from José Berríos and Yusei Kikuchi with an intriguing debut from Yariel Rodriguez, how Alek Manoah could fit into …

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BHS e457 - The Robb Sugaring Report 15:10

3M ago15:10

15:10

BAMS students interviewed Ben Robb of Robb Family Farm concerning this year's sugaring season. The Robb's have been sugaring on Ames Hill in West Brattleboro for four generations. It was a wide-ranging interview touching upon the polar vortex, the Canadian Maple Federation, changing taste palates, evolving technology and predicted long term trends …

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BHS e456-Irah D Spaulding, early pilot 8:50

3M ago8:50

8:50

Irah D. Spaulding was 19 when he earned his pilot's license in 1912. Irah grew up on Elliot Street. He was the first person to fly an exhibition biplane at the Valley Fairgrounds. He served in World War I and continued flying experimental planes for the Navy after the war. Injuries caused him to leave the military in 1922. He would later have an in…

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BHS e455-Pleasant Valley Reservoir and Italian Immigrants 7:43

4M ago7:43

7:43

Pleasant Valley Reservoir is a vital piece of the Brattleboro water system. Here's the story of its 1909 construction and how Italian workers were involved in many of the major infrastructure projects of the time...By Brattleboro Historical Society

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BHS e454-1932 Eclipse (and 1925) 6:25

4M ago6:25

6:25

The last major solar eclipse to pass over Brattleboro occurred in 1932. Radio was still a fairly new technology and scientists studied the impact of a solar eclipse on commercial radio signals. The press called this the first "spectator eclipse" as many people traveled to see the rare, natural phenomenon. Here is the story...…

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ATW Episode 289: The 2024 Season Preview 53:42

4M ago53:42

53:42

Instead of the traditional 26 in 52, Nick and Josh break down the various sections of the roster and the strengths and weaknesses of each. They also answer listener questions and give their predictions for the 2024 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Bret Sayre

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BHS e453-The Kipling's and Mary Cabot (part 2) 9:24

4M ago9:24

9:24

Carrie Balestier and Rudyard Kipling were married and moved to Vermont in 1892. They would remain in the Brattleboro area until a family feud caused them to move to England in 1896. Local historian Mary Cabot was a family friend and wrote about what caused them to leave...here's the story (portrait of Carrie Balestier Kipling)…

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BHS e452-Carrie And Rudyard Part 1 7:10

5M ago7:10

7:10

Caroline Balestier, a young woman from Brattleboro, married world-famous author Rudyard Kipling in January, 1892 while both were in London, England. The wedding took place during a flu epidemic that was sweeping through England at the time. This is the story of how Carrie and Kipling met and chose to settle in Brattleboro.…

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BHS e451-Daniel Griggs and "The Best Place On Earth" 7:53

5M ago7:53

7:53

This week’s vocabulary word is hyperbole.In 1893 Daniel Griggs declared Brattleboro “The Best Place on Earth”. Griggs was half of a business partnership that produced a promotional real estate booklet claiming the town was “full of beauty, health and goodness.” Here's the story...By Brattleboro Historical Society

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🎧 Power of Place Episode #48 | Talking CHOP – Nikki Yeboah 50:09

5M ago50:09

50:09

Join us as we stroll through Seattle’s Capitol Hill Occupied Protest (CHOP) circa 2020, at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic. Our guest, documentary playwright Nikki Yeboah, begins this journey at 11th & Pine, the CHOP’s epicenter—and the title of her current project.Yeboah, an Assistant Professor of Playwriting in the School of Drama at the Univ…

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BHS e450-1st Representative Town Meeting 1961 6:00

5M ago6:00

6:00

In 1961 Brattleboro switched to Representative Town Meeting.177 candidates filed petitions to become one of the 105 Representative Town Meeting members. There was a robust vote and the Representatives were chosen. The meeting took place in the high school gym. In this episode reasons for the 1961 government switch are offered. This year there are 3…

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Around The Nest Special Edition: Blue Jays Non-Roster Invitees 38:39

5M ago38:39

38:39

On this special edition of Around The Nest—the Toronto Blue Jays minor league podcast—host Tyler Zickel of the Vancouver Canadians is joined by the Voice of the Buffalo Bisons Pat Malacaro to introduce Jays fans to these non-roster players: #63 Andrew Bash #74 Zach Britton #89 Jimmy Burnette #71 Phil Clarke #77 Connor Cooke #73 Chad Dallas #69 Luis…

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BHS e449-Warren Pease and the Retreat Farm 7:23

5M ago7:23

7:23

Warren Pease recently celebrated his 90th birthday. For much of his life he worked at the Retreat Farm. The Historical Society interviewed Warren about his farm experience. Here is a summary of the interview...By Brattleboro Historical Society

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BHS e448-DuPont And Vinton Mill 5:15

6M ago5:15

5:15

The wood fiber/polymer material known as Texon was developed in Brattleboro by DuPont in the 1930's. It is presently used in many products that include footwear, athletic wear and protective gear. Here's the story...By Brattleboro Historical Society

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BHS e447- The Willards and Fort Dummer 8:04

6M ago8:04

8:04

The Willard family is very connected to the history of Fort Dummer. This podcast follows four generations of Willards, from the mouth of the Connecticut River in the 1600's to Fort #4 in the 1700's.By Brattleboro Historical Society

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BHS e446-"Barber" Green family burial plot 6:38

6M ago6:38

6:38

The first African American family burial plot in Brattleboro was purchased in 1859 by Francis (Frank) Green. The plot is located in the Prospect Hill Cemetery. Frank Green moved to Brattleboro in the mid-1830’s. Here is the story...By Brattleboro Historical Society

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🎧 Power of Place Episode #47 | Crossing Coastal Corners – Andrew tenBrink 57:23

6M ago57:23

57:23

Join us for a conversation with landscape and urban designer Andrew tenBrink of NYC-based Field Operations as he reveals Seattle’s new downtown Waterfront Park project, which he has managed since 2010.From the cobblestones of Pioneer Square to Belltown’s crowded skyline, Andrew’s block-by-block tour through the 20-acre park demonstrates how this ne…

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ATW Episode 288: Payroll Priorities 47:09

6M ago47:09

47:09

Josh and Nick discuss the Jays offseason so far including the odd slow pace to the whole league, the somewhat confusing additions of Kevin Kiermaier and Isiah Kiner-Falefa and what they bring to the table, the depth signing of Yariel Rodriguez and his value to the club, Ross Atkins fanning the flames of the fanbase and finally, what comes next. The…

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BHS e 445-Fort Dummer In 1976 4:19

6M ago4:19

4:19

In 1976 Walt Harrington led an archaeological dig on the Fort Dummer site along the Connecticut River. This is the story...By Brattleboro Historical Society

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BHS e444-Fort Dummer and Shifting Alliances 5:15

6M ago5:15

5:15

In December 1723 the colony of Massachusetts decided to build a fort on the northern frontier of their colony to protect settlements along the Connecticut River Valley and establish trade arrangements with the Natives. Alliances between Europeans and Native Americans shifted with changing circumstances. Here's the story...…

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BHS e443-Steam Power and John Gore 1837 6:18

7M ago6:18

6:18

In 1803 John Gore was born in Halifax, Vermont. He moved to Brattleboro and opened a blacksmith shop with his brothers. He also became very involved in the design and construction of steam boilers and engines. His mechanical genius became well known to many. Here's his story...By Brattleboro Historical Society

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BHS e442-Oz and the Latchis Memorial Theatre 5:23

7M ago5:23

5:23

In 1939 the Wizard of Oz played at the newly opened Latchis Memorial Theatre. As part of the movie promotion, the original Munchkin Land Carriage from the movie set was on display during a parade featuring local youngsters dressed as the movie characters. This is the story...By Brattleboro Historical Society

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BHS e441-Brattleborough and the Vermont Gazetteer 1824 5:39

7M ago5:39

5:39

In 1824 Stephen Greenleaf wrote a description of Brattleborough for Zadock Thompson's Vermont Gazetteer. The 200 year old overview of town is shared in this podcast...By Brattleboro Historical Society

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BHS e440-Enrique “Coco” Rivera-Moran and Little League 5:57

7M ago5:57

5:57

Sixty years ago the Puerto Rican Little League champions played in Brattleboro as part of the New England Little League Championship. Enrique Rivera was the 2nd baseman for the team. Recently he visited the Little League field on South Main St to help remember the experience...By Brattleboro Historical Society

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🎧 Power of Place Episode #46 | Porchlight Parade – Zack Bolotin 59:36

7M ago59:36

59:36

Step into the multiverse of Zack Bolotin, owner-operator of Porchlight Coffee & Records on Seattle’s Capitol Hill. Not just a cafe, Porchlight is a platform for Zack’s varied talents, including graphic design, photography, art curation, book publishing and online retailing. It’s also a record label. Listen as Zack describes how his endeavors, admit…

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BHS e439-Bob Cornellier and the Bridges 5:25

8M ago5:25

5:25

Bob Cornellier joined the BHS Trustees in 2020. He has made many contributions to the Society. These contributions include images from far below the water's surface and high above the tallest structure in our community.By Brattleboro Historical Society

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ATW Episode 287: Lousy Transaction Monkeys 33:21

8M ago33:21

33:21

Josh is joined by former player agent Joshua Kusnick (11:05) to discuss the winter meetings and the bizarre Ohtani situation the led to him joining the Dodgers, including how JP Hoornstra's article was instrumental in sealing the deal for Los Angeles. Josh also discusses the frenzy that led up to the signing and the emotional impact it has on the f…

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BHS e438-Creamery Bridge-Holiday Edition-1958 4:07

8M ago4:07

4:07

In 1958 the Creamery Bridge was decorated for the holidays by the Lions Club. The lights remained on until Winter Carnival. This was a tradition for many years.By Brattleboro Historical Society

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BHS e437-Barrows Mussey-magician, historian and translator 7:59

8M ago7:59

7:59

Barrows Mussey moved to the Brattleboro area in the 1930's. He wrote many stories with local historical connections. He also translated Mein Kampf for a NYC publisher and wrote many textbooks for magicians. Here's his story...By Brattleboro Historical Society

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