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"Rhode Island's Podcast of Record!"

Bill Bartholomew

Rhode Island, USA

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    • Oct 6, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 28m AVG DURATION
    • 906 EPISODES

    4.9 from 51 ratings Listeners of The Bartholomewtown Podcast (RIpodcast.com) that love the show mention: rhode island, ri, bill, local, news, interviews, great, hejd.


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    The Bartholomewtown Podcast is an incredible resource for staying informed about news and politics in Rhode Island. As a listener, I am consistently impressed by the quality of guests that host Bill Bartholomew brings onto the show, as well as his thoughtful and engaging interview style. The episodes are short but focused, allowing listeners to get a solid understanding of the topics at hand without feeling overwhelmed by excessive information.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is how it delves into local news and politics with a necessary deep dive. Bartholomew doesn't shy away from asking the tough questions and seeking out multiple perspectives on each issue. This commitment to thoroughness and open discourse creates a well-rounded and nuanced understanding of the topics being discussed.

    Another standout feature of The Bartholomewtown Podcast is its ability to provide tremendous local context on every story it covers. This is especially valuable for those who may be unfamiliar with Rhode Island politics or who have been living abroad, like myself. Bartholomew's podcast allows listeners to stay connected to their home state or gain insight into issues they may not have had access to otherwise.

    If there is one drawback to this podcast, it would be its brevity. While the short episodes make them accessible for quick listens, there are times when I wish there was more time spent delving into certain topics or hearing from guests at greater length. However, given the constraints of podcasting formats, this is a minor criticism overall.

    In conclusion, The Bartholomewtown Podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to stay informed about Rhode Island news and politics. Through engaging interviews with a wide range of guests, Bill Bartholomew provides an invaluable service by shedding light on important issues and fostering open dialogue. Whether you're a lifelong resident or someone looking to learn more about Rhode Island's political landscape, this podcast is an excellent resource that should not be missed.



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    Latest episodes from The Bartholomewtown Podcast (RIpodcast.com)

    Ruth Leitman, Director "No One Asked You"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 21:11


    Send us a text* Free screening Weds Oct 8th at RISD, 6:30pm*Bill Bartholomew welcomes Ruth Leitman, Director "No One Asked You"Comedian Lizz Winstead and her team of activists crisscross the U.S. to break stigma and support abortion clinic staff. Support the show

    Bryant Hosts Global Trade Summit

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 18:06


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew reports from Bryant University's Global Trade Summit and sits down with former 7/11 and Blockbuster CEO Jim Keyes. Support the show

    Dr. Amy Nunn Talks Trump Admin Tylenol-Autism Claims

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 20:43


    Send us a textDr. Amy Nunn (Rhode Island Public Health Institute / Open Door Health) joins Bill Bartholomew to react to the Trump administration's claims that Tylenol use during pregnancy can be linked to autism in children. Support the show

    RI League of Charter Public Schools

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 22:46


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes Rhode Island League of Charter Public Schools Executive Director Chiara Deltito-Sharrot and Stop The Wait founder Janie Segui Rodriguez a wide-ranging conversation. Support the show

    David Morales is Running for Mayor of Providence

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 32:38


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes state representative David Morales, who last week announced his campaign to primary incumbent Democrat mayor Brett Smiley. Support the show

    Cliff Wood Talks From Here to Where at Wilbury

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2025 20:50


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes musician and former Providence director of Arts Culture and Tourism for a discussion on "From Here to Where", premiering at Wilbury Theater Group September 18th. Support the show

    Ted Dintersmith is Reimagining Education

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 22:19


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes Rhode Islander Ted Dintersmith to discuss his efforts on reimagining education:"Through his books, films, and nonprofit What School Could Be, Ted highlights innovative education models while calling out the shortcomings of the status quo. Multiple Choice spotlights a school offering dual-curriculum of traditional academia and career and tech to prepare students for an AI-driven world to give them the confidence that no matter the future of technology." Support the show

    Providence Mayoral Race Heats Up: Dan McGowan (Boston Globe) Joins Bartholomew

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 34:44


    Send us a textBoston Globe columnist Dan McGowan joins Bill Bartholomew to discuss the Providence mayoral race.  Earlier this week, state representative David Morales, a leftist Democrat, announced his campaign to primary moderate Democrat incumbent Brett Smiley. Support the show

    New RI Governor Poll

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 58:42


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew breaks down the latest RI gubernatorial race polling data. Support the show

    Connor Burbridge is Challenging Jack Reed in a Democrat Primary

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 27:32


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes Connor Burbridge who is challenging Senator Jack Reed in a Democrat primary. Support the show

    On Assassination of Charlie Kirk

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 35:07


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew reacts to the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Support the show

    Inside Communications presented by Half Street Group: Remembering PR is an Extension of Brand

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 34:32


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes Mike Raia, founder and President of Half Street Group, for a conversation on why leaders need to remember that PR is an extension of their brand. Support the show

    Cranston Police Gun Range: Police Chief Michael J. Winquist

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 11:30


    Send us a textCranston Police Chief Michael J. Winquist joins Bill Bartholomew to offer his position on the saga involving the police department's firing range, which is proximate to two schools and has drawn concern from community members. Support the show

    URI Honors Colloquium: Education Behind the Curtains

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 35:42


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes Dan Kelly and Lazaro Camacho, Jr, coordinators of the URI Honors Colloquium "Education Behind the Curtains". Support the show

    Cranston Police Gun Range, Proximate to Schools, Continues to Draw Community Concern

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 23:38


    Send us a textCranston residents Patricia Schoeninger and Martha DiMeo join Bill Bartholomew to discuss a controversial police gun range that is proximate to schools and residents.  DiMeo describes it as living in a "war zone". Support the show

    Trump Shuts Down RI Wind Farm: Sen Whitehouse, Congressman Amo

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 37:41


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew offers analysis of the Trump administration's "stop work order" for the Revolution Wind offshore wind farm, a project adjacent to Rhode Island waters that is some 80% complete and is propelled by a Rhode Island workforce.He welcomes Senator Sheldon Whitehouse and, separately, Congressman Gabe Amo for their takes. Support the show

    Johnson's Pond Saga: Environmental Stewardship and Private v Public Resource Management

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 20:43


    Send us a textCoventry town solicitor Stephen Angell joins Bill Bartholomew to offer the town's perspective on the ongoing legal battle surrounding Johnson's Pond, a body of water that has been a source of frustration, litigious action and a case study in the privatization of waterways. Support the show

    Global Trade Summit at Bryant University: Jason Kelly, executive director, John H. Chafee Center for International Business at Bryant University

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 20:11


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes Jason Kelly, executive director, John H. Chafee Center for International at Business at Bryant University for a discussion on the upcoming Global Trade Summit, set to take place September 25-26. Support the show

    STARMAN Screens at newportFILM; Director Robert Stone

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 18:19


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes Robert Stone, director of Starman, which screens at newportFILM this Thursday Aug 21.ABOUT THE FILM: Are we alone in the universe? For over half a century, legendary NASA engineer and best-selling science fiction author, Gentry Lee, has explored every aspect of this question in the realms of space science, robotic exploration and the human imagination. At age 82, he has come to a revelatory conclusion. Support the show

    Dr. Jason Iannuccilli, Founder & CEO of PowerLeaf

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 32:59


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes Dr. Jason Iannuccilli, Founder &CEO of PowerLeaf. Support the show

    "Andre is an Idiot" Screening at newportFILM: Director Tony Benna

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 16:36


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes Tony Benna, Director of "Andre is an Idiot", which screens at newportFILM Thurs Aug. 14, at 8:10 p.m. on O'Hare Lawn at Salve Regina. Support the show

    Plant City Owner Kim Anderson

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 31:46


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes Kim Anderson, owner of plant-based food hall and market Plant City. Support the show

    Financial Well-Being presented by Navigant Credit Union: A New Partnership Between Navigant and Bryant University

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 12:27


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes Navigant Credit Union President and CEO Kathleen Orovitz for a discussion on the institution's new partnership with Bryant University. Support the show

    Providence School Board's Ty'Relle Stephens and Corey Jones

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 42:34


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes Providence School Board President Ty'Relle Stephens and elected member Corey Jones. Support the show

    “Jaws” Documentarians Take Us Inside The Making of the Film

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 22:35


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes John Campopiano and Jim Beller to discuss the forthcoming Jaws documentary "The Farmer and The Shark"John Campopiano is an award winning New England documentary filmmaker, archivist, writer, and producer. For the last decade he has worked as the Archives & Rights Manager for the Emmy & Academy Award- winning PBS documentary film series FRONTLINE and has written and produced independent documentaries including Unearthed & Untold: The Path to Pet Sematary (2017); Snapper: The Man-Eating Turtle Movie That Never Got Made (2021); Pennywise: The Story of IT (2022) which premiered at the Sitges Film Festival in Spain and won FANGORIA's Chainsaw Award for Best Documentary in 2023; Hollywood Dreams & Nightmares: The Robert Englund Story (2023); and the upcoming Sasqua: The Lost Bigfoot Film of Massachusetts.Jim Beller is a leading authority on the history of the blockbuster film Jaws. He owns the largest memorabilia collection of the film's merchandise in the US which was featured at the Sitges Film Festival in Spain in 2005. Jim has consulted for many films and television productions including The Shark is Still Working (Independent), Animal Icons (Animal Planet), JAWS: The Inside Story (Bravo), Shark Week (Discovery Channel), Fanatics: JAWS World's Largest Memorabilia Collection (Reelz Channel), and JAWS @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story (Amblin Entertainment). He is also the co-creator of the book, JAWS: Memories from Martha's Vineyard with author Matt Taylor. Support the show

    Congressman Seth Magaziner

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 19:27


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes congressman Seth Magaziner for a discussion on major global, national and local issues. Support the show

    Dara Benno Talks Food Recovery in Rhode Island

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 34:19


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes Dara Benno, an artist and Providence-based designer focused on addressing critical challenges, including environmental issues; she is also a Strategic Design + Research Fellow at RISD. Her design practice is centered around social impact and climate action. Her work focuses on how creative practice can influence change and how as a society, we can exercise imagination to work toward creating a better future. She moved from attending her local farmers market weekly to joining this program at URI and even planned a zero waste trivia night for the program. She says this experience was a kickstarter for her. Support the show

    Maren Morris at Newport Folk

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 14:34


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew speaks with Maren Morris at Newport Folk 2025. Support the show

    Newport Folk Preview: 5 Can't-Miss Sets

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 58:49


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew offers his take on some artists to catch at this weekend's Newport Folk Festival. Support the show

    Talking Transit and Transit-Oriented Beach Day with Providence Streets' Dylan Giles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 29:41


    Send us a textProvidence Streets Coalition's Dylan Giles joins Bill Bartholomew to discuss the upcoming Transit-Oriented Beach Day and general Rhode Island transit developments. Support the show

    FRINGEPVD's Josh Short

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 20:50


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes Josh Short, Artistic Director of FRINGEPVD and The Wilbury Theatre Group for a discussion about Providence Fringe Fest. Support the show

    Breaking Down Latest RI Polling Data

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 63:04


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew breaks down this week's polling data from Salve Regina University's Pell Center. Support the show

    RI Energy Falls Down, McKee Shifts Tone on Trump, Hanley Back On Providence Police

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 48:18


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew breaks down several major Rhode Island stories, including this past week's storm that left thousands without power - and the ensuing communications failure by RI Energy, Governor McKee shifting his tone on President Trump, McKee running alongside Lt. Governor Sabina Matos in 2026 and the LEOBOR decision that will allow Providence Police sergeant Joseph Hanley to return to the force in spite of being captured on camera beating a man that was handcuffed. Support the show

    BHDDH Caseworkers in the Developmental Disabilities Division say Workload Crisis is Impacting Patients

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 11:52


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew speaks with Matthew Gunnip, President, SEIU Local 580, and Alex Blue, a frontline worker for RI's Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities & Hospitals Developmental Disabilities Division, whose workers say a workload crisis is having a negative impact on patients. Support the show

    RIHub Is Nurturing Economic Development Through Support for Startups

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 25:02


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes Annette Tonti, managing director of RIHub for a discussion on her organization's efforts to boost Rhode Island's startup ecosystem Support the show

    Governor McKee Not Signing Budget, Holds Roundtable with Select Reporters

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 61:36


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew was in the room for a roundtable discussion with Governor Dan McKee on why he is not signing the budget that was just passed by General Assembly. Support the show

    RI Dept of Health Director Dr. Jerome Larkin Talks Men's Mental Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 19:18


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes Rhode Island Department of Health Director Dr. Jerome Larkin for a discussion on a new suicide prevention initiative.  Support the show

    Filmmaker Cody Sheehy Talks "The Last Dive", Screening Thursday at newportFILM

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 16:23


    Send us a textDirected by award-winning filmmaker Cody Sheehy and produced by acclaimed Mark Monroe, The Last Dive is a visually stunning and emotionally resonant documentary that invites viewers to reflect on our connection to the natural world—and the wild, mysterious creatures that help us find our place in it. Support the show

    Iran, Pride, Klamkin and State Budget

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 26:59


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew breaks down some of the major local and global stories from over the weekend. Support the show

    Lenny Cioe

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 20:30


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes Lenny Cioe, a candidate in the senate district 4 special election Democrat primary. Support the show

    Smoking Alternative Faces Tax Increase In Proposed RI Budget

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 22:46


    Send us a textDr. Brian Erkkila, a former FDA official and an expert in tobacco harm reduction joins Bill Bartholomew for a discussion on a proposed tax increase on smoking alternative products like Zyn. Support the show

    No Kings Day Rhode Island

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 41:20


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew reports on the No Kings Day protests happening throughout Rhode Island. Support the show

    David Owoyemi

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 21:49


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes David Owoyemi an entrepreneur who went through New Majority Capital in Providence and is now working to build up business empire here in New England as an immigrant from Nigeria. Support the show

    Providence Anti-ICE Protest, State Rep David Morales

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 28:31


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes state representative David Morales for a discussion on Monday's Anti-ICE protest in Providence and the ongoing Trump administration immigration-related actions.  Support the show

    Financial Well-Being presented by Navigant Credit Union: Molly Pastore

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 11:18


    Send us a textA monthly series focused on financial well-being as a core component of overall health.  Learn more at navigantcu.org Support the show

    A Tool For RI'ers To Track and Assess Legislation: BillBuddy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 27:54


    Send us a textUpriseRI's Greg Brailsford joins Bill Bartholomew to discuss BillBuddy, an initiative that provides detailed information on every piece of legislation that is introduced in Rhode Island  Support the show

    Congressman Gabe Amo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 23:07


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes congressman Gabe Amo for a wide-ranging conversation.  Support the show

    From City Hall: Providence Mayor Brett Smiley

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 26:34


    Send us a textFrom the mayor's office, Bill Bartholomew sits down with Providence mayor Brett Smiley. Support the show

    Legislation To Protect Tenants From Unfair Eviction and Rent Hikes

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 27:34


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes Rep Cherie Cruz and tenant/advocate Lawliet Journey - who was evicted from their home without cause - for a discussion on legislation that would protect tenants from unfair evictions and rent increases. Support the show

    Is The Rhode Island Accent Disappearing? ProJo's Antonia Noori Farzan

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 21:18


    Send us a textBill Bartholomew welcomes Providence Journal reporter Antonia Noori Farzan to discuss her in-depth story on the disappearance of the Rhode Island accent.Antonia Noori Farzan is an American journalist. She was educated in Hamilton College and Columbia University. Farzan was a journalist for Business Insider, The Independent and the Phoenix New Times, and Washington Post. She writes for The Providence Journal. In 2017 Farzan won the George Polk Award with Joseph Flaherty for her article in the Phoenix New Times which revealed "that Motel 6 motels in Phoenix, Arizona, provided nightly guest rosters to ICE". Support the show

    RI Native Manya Glassman is Making Waves in the Film Industry

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 32:17


    Send us a textRI native Manya Glassman is a director, writer and editor based in New York City. She has directed, written, and edited six films of her own and produced over eleven short films. Manya's films have been screened and gained recognition at Oscar qualifying festivals, such as the Rhode Island International Festival.She joins Bill Bartholomew to discuss her latest film How I Learned to Die, which will be screening at Tribeca. Support the show

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