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A. J. hits the latest headlines: NHFPI being Democrat shills, New Hampshire Representative Ellen Read in trouble, and the latest parental disclosure bill. NH Journal, "Dem Read's Erratic Behavior Gets Her Banned From House on Non-Session Days": https://nhjournal.com/dem-reads-erratic-behavior-gets-her-banned-from-house-on-non-session-days/ NHPR, "'Everyone knows the F word:' Lawmaker faces censure for use of profanity at State House": https://www.nhpr.org/nh-news/2026-04-14/nhpolitics-nh-politics-ellen-read-lawmaker-behavior-newhampshire-house-legislature Union Leader, "Emotional testimony offered over parental disclosure bill": https://www.unionleader.com/news/politics/state/emotional-testimony-offered-over-parental-disclosure-bill/article_5820ce0c-e660-4392-bd40-56ec015b7aba.html Join the Substack to support the show at https://newenglandtake.com and email A. J. at aj@newenglandtake.com

Marek makes a return visit to discuss his latest book “The Civil War Diary of Freeman Colby” Vol 4. It's a large, beautiful and simplistic book featuring illustrations that are mesmerizing but magnetic to the soul. We also discuss his project “New Hampshire Sketchbook - Community Conversations” which details public events around the state that were hosted by NH CDFA and the NH Humanities. The time flew by too quickly!

It's Friday, which means the Friday Fun Bunch is in the WKXL Studios! Ken Cail interviews Tom Raffio, President & CEO of Northeast Delta Dental, Ellen Raffio, and Kitty Rae the OFFICIAL “Flick Chick."

This week on Facing the Future, Jessica Riedl of the Brookings Institution evaluates President Trump's new budget and describes her findings on the Biden fiscal legacy.

Artful Living brings the amazing career of Loius Armstrong to our listeners. Join this program "Ambassador of Jazz" - Louis Daniel Armstrong on WKXL NH Talk Radio.

Thursday's show featured a chat with New Hampshire FisherCats broadcaster Chris Jared on the team's recent run-scoring outburst. We also touched on the prospect of open enrollment for New Hampshire public school students. Senate Bill 101, which would pave the way for that to take place, saw the Republican majority on a House Education committee come out in favor of its' passage earlier this week.

Can you picture Dick Van Dyke as James Bond? How about Nicholas Cage as Superman? Well those are some of the VERY interesting tidbits that Daniel Siletti brings to today's episode. Many of the stars in lead roles weren't the first casting choice, but, now we can't think of anybody BUT the final choice. Casting choices: That's what we're chatting about.

Wednesday's show featured our monthly segment with the Small Business Administration, New Hampshire District Office in Concord. Our guest was Nick Mercier, CEO of Macy Industries, Inc. of Hooksett and Concord, the 2026 Small Business Administration Jeffrey Butland Family Owned Business of the Year.

On a return visit, Jason Demakis from Capital Fitness Center in Concord chats with Veronica about their upcoming open house on May 2nd 10-2!

On Artful Living, our guest today is Jean Ver Hoeven of WCIX. Jean and Jane will talk about WCIX programming as they are the only Catholic radio station in NH! Join us.

Tuesday's in studio guest was award-winning singer/songwriter and light warrior Katie Dobbins, a New Hampshire native who makes every one of her shows a unique experience. Katie will be performing later this week in Concord and will be a featured performer during Market Days in Concord on the Homegrown Stage. www.katiedobbinsmusic.com

On todays Wayback Machine Monday, Ray takes us back to some country-ish inspired tunes from the 60s. We'll hear hits from Johnny Cash, Buck Owens, Jeannie C. Riley, and many more!

Monday's program featured our correspondent John Leahy who brought us up to date on college hockey's “Frozen Four” which took place over the weekend in Las Vegas. We also reflected on the life of our third President, Thomas Jefferson, who was born on this date in 1743. Jefferson was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence which was adopted on July 4, 1776 and he died exactly 50 years to the day after its' adoption.

A. J. breaks down the good news of college ID no longer approved for New Hampshire voter ID, bad news in the fight to charge more for out of staters using state parks, Portland has yet another bad idea in Maine, and Democrat chaos at Sharpton's NAN Conference. Ad: Get great coffee every month from Porcupine Coffee Roasting with code "NETAKE" at https://www.porcupinecoffeeroasting.com Join the Substack at https://newenglandtake.com and email the show at aj@newenglandtake.com New Hampshire Bulletin, “Ayotte signs bill barring use of student IDs to vote”: https://newhampshirebulletin.com/briefs/ayotte-signs-bill-barring-use-of-student-ids-to-vote/?emci=ca820339-ef31-f111-9a48-000d3a14b640&emdi=bb9a7deb-7032-f111-8ef2-000d3a14b640&ceid=550912 Union Leader, “House panel rejects bill to raise park entry fees for out-of-staters”: https://www.unionleader.com/news/politics/state/house-panel-rejects-bill-to-raise-park-entry-fees-for-out-of-staters/article_8d6b45df-be40-4ce0-a789-2905091607ae.html WGME, “New vacant storefront ordinance goes into effect in Portland”: https://wgme.com/news/local/new-vacant-storefront-ordinance-in-portland-goes-into-effect?fbclid=IwY2xjawRD8I1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFrRlFRZGJiNmgyalRLdGNTc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHiIm94Edkqoe5ttuWRH_s2bELjanF_WstLPkNfvODz_D8hPMKjl7wSScpDI3_aem_11D_DqnRegDOY8ZFI0HAiw NH Journal, “At Sharpton's NAN Conference, Activists Take Aim at FITN Primary”: https://nhjournal.com/at-sharptons-nan-conference-activists-take-aim-at-fitn-primary/

Hot topic time! Darrell Glass, owner of Eastern States Medical on Loudon Rd in Concord, stops by to chat about the topic of peptides. We focus a little more attention to the GLP's and weight loss in general, but, several other peptides get mentioned as well. BPC157, Tesamorelin, Sermorelin, NAD+ all get a little love in our attempt to delve into the peptide arena.

It's Friday, which means the Friday Fun Bunch is in the WKXL Studios! Ken Cail interviews Tom Raffio, President & CEO of Northeast Delta Dental, Ellen Raffio, and Kitty Rae the OFFICIAL “Flick Chick."

The week on Facing the Future, former Senator Rob Portman and Concord Coalition Executive Director Carolyn Bourdeaux lay out the opportunities for impactful legislation to bring the debt under control. Alex Brill, Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, moderates the discussion.

Today on Artful Living, we will offer an uplifting presentation, "Springtime in the Rockies". Betty Grable and Dick Powell. A Lux Radio Theatre treat. Don't miss it!

Thursday's program featured some baseball talk with New Hampshire FisherCats General Manager Taylor Fisher followed by a visit from the host of WKXL's “New Hampshire Unscripted” show, Ray Dudley, for some early morning fun.

Ever wonder what certain departments actually do in the state/city government? Well today we get a close up look at the Dept. of Food and Nutrition Services courtesy of Harlan Freeman and Catherine Parker. Special diets, nutritional breakdowns, patient restrictions, food inventory, budget concerns are all topics that we hit today in trying to understand what they do.

Wednesday's program featured members of the Junior Service League of Concord, an organization that has been serving the community for 95 years. Joining us in studio were President Brie Williamson and Special Events Coordinator Meg Whyte. The League is involved with many other non profits in the area dedicated to supporting women and children in crisis across New Hampshire. The J.S.L. will be holding its' annual golf tournament Monday, May 11 at Pembroke Pines. For more information it's www. jslconcord.org

Amy from Whitebirch Gallery returns to talk hair! She and Veronica mythbust industry facts, and what you can do to help take care of your own hair.

Join us as we have an amazing chat with Jennifer and Kelli from Granite VNA and learn about the many wonderful and helpful services they provide!

Tuesday we featured our monthly segment with the New Hampshire Insurance Department. Our guest was the Department's Chief Property and Casualty Actuary Christian Citarella. Auto insurance was the topic and that many companies are lowering their rates, some even providing dividends on policies. For more information it's: www.insurance.nh.gov

Today we go way back to the 1960s, and we listening to songs that are either about a specific person, or just feature a name. Featuring artsists like Ray Charles, Johnny Cash, The Byrds, Lulu, and more!

It was a potpourri Monday on the program with a discussion of egg salad on Egg Salad Sandwich Day and acknowledgement to one website's list of scenic New Hampshire towns that you think you might've seen on TV or in a movie. Correspondent John Leahy also joined us to discuss the early season woes of the Boston Red Sox.

A. J. is joined by Middle East expert Jason Pack, of the Disorder Podcast and NATO Foundation, to break down the geopolitical state of the Iran military conflict and how it compares to Iraq, Afghanistan, and Libya. Does Trump have this in control? Check out the Disorder Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@DisorderShow and their Substack https://natoandtheged.substack.com Send your comments to aj@newnenglandtake.com and join the Substack at https://newenglandtake.com

Today's guest was Alan Govenar. His latest film, Quiet Voices in a Noisy World: The Struggle for Change in Jasper, Texas, could not be more timely or urgent as it starts streaming on Amazon Prime late last year. Alan spent thirty years working alongside leaders in Jasper, culminating in a Texas premiere and community screening where he returned more than six thousand digitized photos by Black photographer Alonzo Jordan to the very people who lived that history. This was not just documentary work—it was a tangible act of community partnership, centered on preserving legacies so easily erased. Tremendous interview.

It's Friday, which means the Friday Fun Bunch is in the WKXL Studios! Ken Cail interviews Tom Raffio, President & CEO of Northeast Delta Dental, Ellen Raffio, and Kitty Rae the OFFICIAL “Flick Chick."

Today Ken and Alex look back on the start of this show, and the past season for the Mountain Kings. They look at highlights, fun interviews, and even some parody music, tune in!

This week on Facing the Future, Alex Brill of the American Enterprise Institute will discuss tax policy and the budget. Then, Jon McHenry of North Star Opinion Research will explain the latest findings of the Peterson Foundation's Fiscal Confidence Index.

On Artful Living today, we present The Tabernacle Choir in their 2025 presentation of Easter called "Greater Love". Come and join us for uplifting and beautiful music this Easter season.

Thursday's program featured Dan Weed of Weed Family Automotive in Concord. Among our topics, the recent end of the New Hampshire vehicle inspection program, a reduction in the sales and leasing of electric cars and the growth of in-car services like On-Star and Super Cruise.

Keeping with our current topic of beekeeping today's guest is Julia Mills,Construction Safety Program Manager, who drops in to chat about her experience as a 3rd year beekeeper and then drops some dynamite info on her consulting job for construction site safety as well as her role in Larceny and Old Lace, an upcoming production with the Stone Arch Players of Hillsboro. The production goes up April 23 at 6:00PM. You'll also hear more facts about beekeeping than you probably ever wanted to know!!

It's April and FisherCats baseball is just two days away. On today's show, all things FisherCats with General Manager Taylor Fisher and broadcaster Chris Jared in studio discussing stadium upgrades, upcoming promotions and the outlook for the 2026 season.

On todays show, Veronica presents a very insightful TED Talk with Professor David Strayer, and he's disccusing the importance of restoring the brain with nature. And the importance of taking a break from technology.

On Artful Living today, we welcome Linden Rayton, owner of Living Water Nature Programs right here in Concord. Linden takes us on a journey of the beauty of birding around our community. Join us!

Tuesday's show featured our monthly visit with the New Hampshire Department of Safety. We were joined by Rebecca Cowser of the State Fire Marshal's Office to discuss obtaining burning permits, educational opportunities and the many services the office provides. Www.firemarshal.dos.nh.gov

It was sports-centric Monday on the program. Correspondent John Leahy joined us to re-cap the NCAA Men's Hockey Tournament. Also discussed, the NCAA Men's and Women's Basketball Tournaments, the new ABS (Automatic Balls and Strikes rule) in Major League Baseball, a 14-year old running for governor in Vermont and just because there was no parade didn't mean there wasn't a post St. Patrick's Day celebration in Manchester.

One of the great things about doing this job is the ability to learn about subjects you know nothing about. Today my guests were Dorinda and David Priebe both master bee keepers. They're here to talk about the safety of hives and what to do to keep your hives healthy. It's a whole world that's new to me and I know nothing about it so it's a fascinating interview today.

It's Friday, which means the Friday Fun Bunch is in the WKXL Studios! Ken Cail interviews Tom Raffio, President & CEO of Northeast Delta Dental, Ellen Raffio, and Kitty Rae the OFFICIAL “Flick Chick."

Today Ken sits down with Jason Cai & Joey Sylvester, and they chat about where they started, their experience playing for the Mountain Kings, the upcoming home games, and a whole lot more!

This week on Facing the Future, former Obama and Clinton economic advisor Jason Furman talks about the economic fallout from the war in Iran and the importance of putting the debt on a sustainable path.

On Artful Living, we welcome Father Ray from Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Concord. Join us as we discuss Lent and Eastertide and happenings at IHM Church.

Thursday's show was co-hosted by Ray Dudley of WKXL's “New Hampshire Unscripted”. We talked about a number of topics including his “under the radar” participation in the Boston Marathon and the great poet Robert Frost who was born on this date in 1874 and did much of his writing in Derry, NH. We were also joined by one of the radio “voices” of the New Hampshire FisherCats Chris Jared who talked about some the promotions that will be added this season at Delta Dental Stadium and that WKXL is now the official radio station of the FisherCats with Opening Night set for April 3 at 6:03 PM.

Daniel Siletti is back to guide us through the world of “soundtracks”. Many great (and sometimes not so great) movies and shows have wonderful soundtracks created for them and are very memorable.Think “Mission Impossible” and “Star Wars”.  But many of the best pieces of music aren't the overtures. Some pieces are quietly in the background gently moving us through a scene. Talking soundtracks today.

Wednesday featured our monthly themed music show with Emily Gagnon this one with a tragic theme, “The 27 Club: The Day The Music Died”. Among the highlighted performers, Selena, John Lennon, Ritchie Valens,Tupac Shakur and more.

Today Veronica is talking about the various changes and life shifts that we as people experience, and how resiliant living helps with staying physically, mentally, and spiritually steady through the changes.

Today is Spring in Music on Artful Living as we enjoy beautiful classical music selections. Hope you will be with us to celebrate emerging Spring.

We were joined Tuesday by Neil Levesque, Executive Director of the New Hampshire Institute of Politics at St. Anselm College and longtime N.H. Journalist David Tirrell-Wysocki who worked at WKXL in the 1970's before joining the Concord Bureau of the Associated Press. Neil and David will be together Wednesday night at the Concord City Auditorium at 7:30 for “Two Sides of the NH Primary” with Neil Levesque and David Tirrell-Wysocki. It's part of the Walker Lecture Series. www.WalkerLecture.org

Were you aware that in the land of the free and brave there was a time when music was censored and banned? Welcome to the groovy 60's baby! Yup, we were protected from the harsh lyrics and hidden meanings of some songs while we were busy protesting, integrating, dying in Vietnam. Come and listen with us today as we discover the “Controversy” and the “Ban” of songs in the 60's.