Best The people places of New Hampshire Podcasts (2024)

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NH Local Radio Station: Roy Prescott on North Conway's 93.5 WMWV 1:03:42

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Nestled in the picturesque landscape of New Hampshire, North Conway is a town that thrives on its rich history, vibrant community, and love for adventure. A key element that ties this community together is 93.5 WMWV, a radio station synonymous with local culture. Recently, the 603 Podcast took a deep dive into the story behind this beloved station,…

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Junior United States Senator Chris Murphy Talks About Loneliness, Family and Mental Health. 19:40

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Chris Murphy is the junior United States Senator for Connecticut and has dedicated his career to public service as an advocate for Connecticut families. In the Senate, he is a strong voice for mental health care access, commonsense gun safety laws, and a forward-looking foreign policy. As a member of the Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Commi…

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EP 68 | Massachusetts Cold Cases with Emily Sweeney of the Boston Globe's Cold Case Files (Live from Faces Brewing, Malden 6/20/2024) 1:21:22

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Send a message to the show In this bonus episode, recorded live at Faces Brewing Co. in Malden, Mass, we explore local cold cases. With journalist Emily Sweeney, we uncover the intricate details behind some of the state's most perplexing unsolved crimes. We mark the anniversary of Debra Melo's mysterious disappearance. The case of 30-year-old Taunt…

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EP 67 | Molassacre, The Great Molasses Flood of 1919, Boston, Massachusetts 43:56

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Send a message to the show Late Release! Coming in hot with the history on this one with the Corpse Flower, The Tot Finder, a Nine-Alarm Fire, and The Wizard of Oz/Darkside of The Moon, The Beaneaters, and the Great Molasses Flood of 1919. The Molassacre. A Molasstrophe. That's what happens when 2 million gallons of molasses explodes onto the narro…

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Episode 86 - Scott Leonard of Connecticut on His Career as a State Trooper 1:17:13

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Scott Leonard lives in north-central Connecticut where he retired after working as a State Trooper for approximately twenty years and currently works as an athletic trainer. Scott finds hope in people’s resilience, today’s youth and conversations like this podcast. American Tributaries is a podcast sponsored by American Tributaries, Inc., a 501(c)(…

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Living With Early Onset Alzheimer's Disease and Living Your Best Life. 33:40

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This is an exciting time for anyone suffering from early onset Alzheimer's disease. A new drug that should get FDA approval by the end of this year, would expand the treatment options for the more than 6 million Americans of all ages who have Alzheimer's. The disease is the fifth-leading cause of death for adults over 65. Donanemab, a drug develope…

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EP 66 | A Fifty-Year-Old Cold Case Is Solved & The Dark History Of Murder in Bedford, Massachusetts 45:33

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Send a message to the show EP 66 | A Fifty-Year-Old Cold Case Is Solved & The Dark History Of Murder in Bedford, Massachusetts Five murders in as many decades. How does a seemingly tranquil town like Bedford, Massachusetts, become the backdrop for some of the most chilling crimes in New England history? Travel back in time as we recount this small …

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Episode 85 - Andy Ezard of Illinois on Jacksonville, Being Mayor & Crab Races 1:06:03

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Andy Ezard grew up – and still lives – in Jacksonville, Illinois, where he has served as Mayor since 2009. His prior career included working for Governor Jim Edgar, at the state Board of Natural Resources and as Jacksonville City Clerk. Andy finds hope in the younger generation. You can learn more about Jacksonville, Illinois at www.jacksonvilleil.…

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Two Dads Share Their Stories of Fatherhood 31:44

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Studies have shown that taking paternity leave helps fathers to feel less stressed, anxious, and depressed. The reason this happens is because of a hormone called oxytocin. When released, it promotes bonding and reduces stress levels. 43 percent of fathers are taking bonding leave through CT Paid Leave. This gives fathers time away from work with i…

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Episode 84 - Pat Keane of Connecticut on Annapolis, the Nutmeg State & Philanthropy 1:08:11

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Pat Keane has spent much of his life in Connecticut, growing up in Waterford and now residing in Suffield. After serving in the U.S. Navy and having a career in real estate, Pat retired to run with his wife Susi the Rukwa Foundation, which does development work in Tanzania. Pat finds hope in the next generation rising through the college ranks. You…

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The complexity of diagnosing and treating Lyme disease and facts you may not know. 35:09

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Lyme disease is the fastest growing vector borne infectious disease in the United States. The CDC says more people are infected with Lyme Disease than breast cancer. Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases come with a lot of unknowns. Before starting to treat symptoms, you must first get a proper diagnosis. Unfortunately, diagnosing Lyme disease…

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EP 65 | Brace For Impact: Juvenile Lifers, Parole Hearings, & The Families' New Fight 1:00:27

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Send a message to the show EP 65 | Brace For Impact: Juvenile Lifers, Parole Hearings, & The Families' New Fight Massachusetts families of murdered loved ones are now faced with the prospect of their killers being released. Explore how landmark rulings Miller vs. Alabama and Diatchenko vs The Commonwealth have reshaped juvenile sentencing and remov…

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Episode 83 - William Richter of Kansas on Dialogue, Shared Values & Federalist #10 1:09:10

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Dr. William Richter lives in Manhattan, Kansas, where is a Professor Emeritus at Kansas State University. He had previously served as, among other things, an Assistant Provost and Head of the Political Science department. Bill finds hope in the interesting and inspiring people he continues to meet. You can find more about Kansas Dialogue at www.kan…

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How Civic Documenters empower communities and strengthen local news coverage 20:34

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On this episode of “The Granite Beat,” Julie Hart and Adam Drapcho talk with a group who came together to bolster local news coverage in New Hampshire. Justin Silverman of the New England First Amendment Coalition, Melanie Plenda of the Granite State News Collaborative and Laura Simoes of the Nackey S. Loeb School of Communications are partners in …

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Doulas deliver emotional and postpartum support to mothers. 29:36

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May is Maternal Mental Health Month. During the month, the focus is on increasing awareness about mental health and the well-being of mothers during pregnancy and the time after birth. About 10-15% of women experience postpartum depression. Mental health issues are the most common complication of childbirth. Doulas can help alleviate some of the em…

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EP 64 | What Happened at 34 Fairview Rd In Canton? John O'Keefe Murder Trial Week Two Review with Dubs the True Crime Bloodhound 1:19:39

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Send a message to the show A few things to remember: John O’Keefe is dead. His family hasn’t been able to properly mourn (nor has Karen Read) and this is a horrible place for a family to be. There are kids involved. John O’Keefe was the guardian and main caregiver to his niece and nephew that in no way asked for or deserved to be at the center of t…

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Episode 82 - Doug Teschner of New Hampshire on Polarization, Purity & Brave Politics 47:17

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Dr. Douglass Teschner lives in the area of West Lebanon, New Hampshire. He is an active member of Braver Angels, founded his own consultancy called Growing Leadership, was involved with the Peace Corps for more than a decade and was a legislator in the New Hampshire House of Representatives from 1988 to 2002. Doug and host Michael Whidden were conn…

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EP 63 | The John O'Keefe Murder Trial, Canton, Massachusetts with Dubs the True Crime Bloodhound 1:16:14

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Send a message to the show Episode 63 is a walk through the frenzy that is called "The Canton Cover-up" by some, others see it as a national spectacle. Canton, the small town 20 miles outside Boston, is no stranger to tragedy. Over three decades ago, sweet, trusting 14-year-old Shawn Ouillette was lured into the woods, beaten, and left for dead. Hi…

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A couple opens up about infertility, their IVF journey, and the joys of parenthood. 27:34

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National Infertility Awareness Week is April 21-27. The week is an observance that aims to raise awareness about infertility, provide support, and foster conversations around this critical health issue. Roughly one out of six people experience infertility. The chance to expand a family can take time away from work to focus on testing, diagnostics, …

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Episode 81 - Seth Kaplan of Maryland on his book “Fragile Neighborhoods” and Envisioning a New Civil Society 1:03:35

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Dr. Seth D. Kaplan lives in the Baltimore / Washington DC area and is a leading expert on fragile states, lectures at Johns Hopkins University and consults for organizations such as the World Bank and U.S. State Department. In October 2023, he published an amazingly insightful book, “Fragile Neighborhoods”, about how we can repair American society …

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EP 62 | Justice For Beth Brodie, Crime of the Hometown Kind, Groveland, Massachusetts with Beth's brother, Sean Aylward 46:01

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Send a message to the show Case Update: Beth Brodie's story. Beth's killer is up for parole in May. CALL TO ACTION below.... I first shared Beth's story in the spring of 2021 in episode 16. I am from the small town of Groveland, Massachusetts, Beth and I went to the same school, walked those same halls. What happened to her stayed with me. I think …

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Dartmouth junior shines: Beatrice Burack's skiing series captivates New Hampshire 22:01

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Beatrice Burack, a junior at Dartmouth College, has been writing articles seen by readers across the state. After interning with the New Hampshire Bulletin, Burack wrote a five-part series about skiing in New Hampshire, from how it was once the capital of alpine skiing in North America to the present state of skiing in low-snow winters as well as a…

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[REPLAY] EP 17| Beth Brodie, Crime of the Hometown Kind, Groveland, Massachusetts, with Beth's brother, Sean Aylward (from May 5, 2021) 1:06:34

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Send a message to the show Revisiting the story of Beth Brodie, Crime of the Hometown Kind, Groveland, Massachusetts, with Beth's brother, Sean Aylward. First released on May 5, 2021. Sean, Beth's brother, and I plan a follow-up to get the status of her case this week. Expect episode 62 soon. Her killer is up for parole! CALL TO ACTION below.... I …

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A Mother Sees the Beauty in Her Child's Autism 32:25

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April is Autism Acceptance Month. According to the CDC, in 2023 one in 36 children were diagnosed as falling somewhere on the autism spectrum. The cost of caring for people with autism is predicted to reach $461 billion by 2025 in the U.S. Alanna, who has three children, knew very early on that something was different about her youngest son Lawson.…

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Episode 80 - Greg Gerloff of North Dakota talks Ross Perot, Healthcare and Winnipeg 1:06:29

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Greg Gerloff lives in Grand Forks, North Dakota, where he raised his family and pursued a career in healthcare, which concluded with him serving as chief executive officer of Altru Health Systems. Greg and host Michael Whidden were connected by Greg’s nephew Adam, who was an elementary school teacher for two of Michael’s children. Greg finds hope i…

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EP 61 | The Mysterious Disappearance of Attiin R. Shaw, Washburn, Maine with Brandie of Evaporate The Missing 49:54

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Send a message to the show For the record, her name is Attiin (pronounced AhTeen) Rachmawati Shaw. Uncover the unsettling case of Attiin Rachmawati Shaw, missing from Washburn, Maine. Dive into the mysteries and complexities in Episode 61. This is a make good on our promise to cover Attiin's case after we first spoke about her at the live show on M…

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Gratitude from a Nurse Who Had Two Kidney Transplants 32:42

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March is National Kidney Month. The average cost of a kidney transplant in the United States ranges from $300,000 to $500,000. This figure includes pre-transplant evaluations, the surgery itself, post-operative care, immunosuppressant medications, and follow-up appointments. Programs like CT Paid Leave can help with up to 12 weeks of income replace…

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Episode 79 - Aviva Sussman of New Mexico on the Nuclear Test Ban Treaty, Santa Fe's Desert & the Torah 1:05:29

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Aviva Sussman lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where she was a scientist for Los Alamos National Laboratories and Sandia National Laboratories involved with, among things, implementation of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty and recently started studies of a new, very different topic: the Torah. Aviva finds hope in stillness and in our common …

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EP 60 | UNSOLVED New England Crime Cases with Emily Sweeney of the Boston Globe (recorded live at Faces Brewing, Malden, Mass) 1:58:07

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Send a message to the show We mark the 60th episode of Crime of the Truest Kind with the Unsolved show recorded live at Faces Brewing in Malden. It's another long one! It's a live show afterall. UNSOLVED New England Crime Cases Recorded live on Thursday, February 15 at Faces Brewing, Malden With Emily Sweeney of the Boston Globe Cold Case Files (su…

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Creating coverage: How Melanie Plenda and Carol Robidoux came together to bring news to Nashua 47:33

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On this episode of Granite Beat, hosts Julie Hart and Adam Drapcho talk with Melanie Plenda, executive director of the Granite State News Collaborative, and Carol Robidoux, founder and editor of Manchester Ink Link and Nashua Ink Link, New Hampshire's newest outlet, created with the help of the collaborative. The Granite Beat, is a project of The L…

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Episode 78 - Sara Stahl of Ohio on Small Town Living, Social Work & Mayflies 1:02:35

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Sara Stahl lives in Port Clinton, Ohio, on the southwest shore of Lake Erie, where she is a social worker in the education system. Sara grew up in Port Clinton and attended The Ohio State University. Sara finds hope in her work and the youth and what they can offer the country. American Tributaries is a podcast sponsored by American Tributaries, In…

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The Difficulty of Diagnosing and Treating a Brain Injury 34:04

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Every 21 seconds, someone suffers from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) in the United States. Most people don't know about brain injuries until it happens to them or a loved one. The Brain Injury Alliance of Connecticut (BIAC) is a non-profit organization that provides resources and support for individuals suffering from brain injuries, whether mild …

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Episode 77 - Vishwesh Bhatt of Mississippi on Southern Cuisine & His Oxford Hometown 1:01:52

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Vishwesh Bhatt lives in Oxford, Mississippi, where he is executive chef for the city’s acclaimed Snackbar, a Southern brasserie and oyster bar and was recognized, in 2019, as the James Beard Foundation’s Best Chef in the South. In 2022, he published a book of recipes and stories called “I Am From Here” which was designated as one of NPR’s “Books we…

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The complexities of Diagnosing and Treating a Rare Disease. 32:59

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The last day of February is Rare Disease Awareness Day. You may not know much about rare diseases, but they do affect 1 out of 10 people across the world, and half of those are children. There are more Americans (30 million) who have a rare disease, more than all the people who have either HIV, heart disease or stroke. Having a rare disease can be …

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EP 59 | Stranger Than Fiction: The Truth About The Crimes of Daniel LaPlante, Townsend, Massachusetts, with author Joe Turner 1:26:44

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Send a message to the show This is the follow-up to the last two episodes. When I say "stranger than fiction" I mean it's so weird that you cannot make this shit up, yet lots of info shared online is just that, made up. He's the boy in the walls. That's part of the story. But what is the story? Like most cases I research for the show, it's never wh…

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Eating Disorders and Navigating Recovery. 30:28

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Eating Disorders Awareness week is from February 26th to March 3rd. Something you may not know, is that eating disorders affect people of every age, race, size, gender identity, sexual orientation and background and about 28.8 million Americans will experience an eating disorder in their lifetime. Eating Disorders have the highest mortality rate of…

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Granite Beat: Anna Brown and Mike Dunbar of Citizens Count on empowering voters 28:56

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On this episode of Granite Beat, Adam Drapcho and Julie Hart talk with Anna Brown, executive director, and Mike Dunbar, content editor, for Citizens Count, a nonpartisan nonprofit organized to help Granite Staters make the most of their voting rights. They also host a podcast in the Granite State News Collaborative family, $100 Plus Mileage. The Gr…

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Replay | EP 46 with Julie Murray, sister of Maura Murray & Advocating for Humanity in the True Crime Narrative 57:36

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Send a message to the show Today is the 20th anniversary of Maura Murray's disappearance. In July, I spoke with Julie Murray, Maura's sister and dedicated advocate for her sister and the Murray family. Think of Maura and the Murray family today. Julie launched a podcast this month - Media Pressure - about Maura and her case. It is recommended liste…

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Hubbard Brook Ecosystem Study: Lindsey Rustad on Connecting Science and Community 1:03:54

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In a recent episode of the 603Podcast, Lindsey Rustad, Scientist and Forest Service Team Lead at Hubbard Brook, sat down with Dan Egan to discuss a crucial topic: effectively sharing scientific research on environmental conservation. Lindsey's insights covered everything from the role of art and poetry in connecting people to environmental issues t…

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New England Healing Sports Association (NEHSA) with Executive Director Carly Bascom 34:03

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Mad River Coffee is located at Exit 28 off Highway 93 in Campton, NH. You'll find a inviting atmosphere where community is shared over a cup of fresh roasted coffee and homemade pastries at a fair price. Mad River Coffee is where your adventure starts. Jean’s Playhouse in Lincoln, NH is the premier arts center presents plays, musicals, comedians, c…

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Crime of the Truest Kind Live! 1:00

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Send a message to the show Two opportunities to attend a Crime of the Truest Kind live show this winter. Thursday, February 15 and Thursday, March 7 crimeofthetruestkind.com These are the only two live shows until the summer (or fall maybe). UNSOLVED New England Crime Cases on Feb 15 at Faces Brewing in Malden, Massachusetts, with guest Emily Sween…

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EP 58 | The Pepperell Prequel & The True Story of The Bowen Family Nightmare, Pepperell, Massachusetts 58:24

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Send a message to the show This is a bizarre case, not only for what happened to a Massachusetts family in the privacy of their home, but also how their story was reshaped and retold by urban legend and lore. This is the prequel: The Gustafson family story (EP 57) is far less known than that of the person responsible. That's part of the problem. Be…

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Our CEO's Personal Struggle with Cervical Cancer 29:43

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January is National Cervical Health Awareness Month. The American Cancer Society says about 13,820 new cases of invasive cervical cancer will be diagnosed this year and about 4,360 women will die from cervical cancer. CT paid Leave can help women going through any stage of this disease with income replacement benefits, and flexibility with differen…

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Redefining education: How the 306 Project explores competency-based learning in N.H. 33:36

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On this episode of Granite Beat, Julie Hirshan Hart and Adam Drapcho talk with Phil Kincaid, for several decades an editor at different New Hampshire news outlets and former executive director of the New Hampshire Press Association, and Kelly Burch, an accomplished freelancer whose work has been featured in many national publications. This editor/r…

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EP 57 | Gustafson Family & the Unsolved Mysteries of Judith Vieweg and Deborah Quimby, Townsend, Massachusetts 29:49

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Send a message to the show Crime of the Truest Kind is about New England crime stories and history. The Things that happen here. Crime is history and sometimes history is crime. This episode contains descriptions of violent crime against women and children. Listen with care. Episode 57📍Townsend, Massachusetts | On December 1, 1987, Andrew Gustafson…

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How Paid Leave Can Help Support Moms and Babies With Complications. 28:42

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January is National Birth Defects Awareness Month. Every 4 ½ minutes, a baby is born with a birth defect in the United States according to the CDC That means nearly 120,000 babies are affected by birth defects each year. Birth defects can occur during any stage of pregnancy. Most birth defects occur in the first 3 months of pregnancy, when the orga…

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Episode 76 - Mark Genszler of New York on Spirituality 1:23:23

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Reverend Mark Genszler lives in Brooklyn, New York, where he is the rector for Christ Church Cobble Hill, an Episcopal parish first organized in 1835. Rev. Genszler and host Michael Whidden met this past December at the holiday party of mutual friends. Mark finds hope in the rising generation’s awareness of the world, in the quiet and stillness of …

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The Balsams: Les Otten on the History and Revival of an Iconic New Hampshire Resort (Great Northwoods Region) 1:55:18

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The Balsams: Les Otten on the History and Revival of an Iconic New Hampshire Resort Name: Les Otten Region: Dixville Notch, Great Northwoods Region Les Otten is the former CEO of The American Skiing Company with a lifelong career and passion for the New England ski industry. In 1971, Otten’s professional trajectory began as a lift mechanic where he…

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EP 56 | Where Is Debra Melo (part two) & Deadly Massachusetts Domestic Violence Cases 53:36

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Send a message to the show Is Debra Melo in Taunton? So many of you are interested in Debra's story. Debra Melo is missing. This year marks 24 years that she disappeared. This is an important story to tell. She did not just leave. There was no reason to walk away from her family, her daughter, her son. This is part two of Debra’s story, with Steve …

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EP 55 | The Suspicious Disappearance of Debra Melo, Taunton, Massachusetts (part one) 51:23

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Send a message to the show With Steve Demoura, Debra's brother-in-law and dedicated advocate to get justice for Debra and her family. In June 2000, Debra Melo was a young mother trying to navigate the end of the only relationship she knew. She'd gotten married at 16, had two kids, and found that life was very different by age 30. She was making her…

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