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Sherm Chester with a notebook edition of the SSF Checking the standings of the fall sports teams throughout the Granite State. A look at the results of last weeks big football contests and a look ahead to this weeks matchups. During the “Two Minute Drill” Sherm pays tribute to legendary Red Sox manager “Walpole Joe” Morgan.
On the eve of the Granite State's 2026 primary elections, two veteran politicos join the NHJournal podcast to talk about the state of the races and the state of New Hampshire politics.Matt Mowers is president of Valcour, a global strategy firm. Before that, he was a political operative in New Hampshire who ran for Congress in the First Congressional District twice. He offers his insights — and predictions — about the upcoming election, as well as his view of the state of play in New Hampshire politics.Then, Mark Halperin, editor-in-chief of the 2WAY political platform and host of “The Morning Meeting,” says the Granite State's U.S. Senate race remains largely overlooked by the national political establishment — but it could ultimately determine control of the chamber.Hosted by NHJournal Managing Editor Michael Graham.Sponsored by Perfect Smiles of Nashua.
Martin Willis interviews Dean Merchant live at the Rye Public Library for a fascinating discussion about UFOs in New Hampshire, including the legendary 1965 Incident at Exeter. The program features firsthand testimony from Mike, who describes seeing a massive object with extremely bright red lights over the Exeter area, as well as retired Exeter police officer George Dufour, who served on the force at the time and personally knew officers Gene Bertrand and David Hunt. Dean also explores the Betty and Barney Hill case, Stratham Hill, Pawtuckaway, Raymond, Ossipee, the White Mountains, and other New Hampshire UFO hotspots, along with theories involving nuclear activity, geology, and decades of unexplained sightings across the Granite State.SHOW NOTESCONTACT AND SUPPORT
With all due respect to grammarians, when we at Beyond the Polls think of New Hampshire, hard facts and rock-solid political analysis from our friend Dante Scala are foremost in mind. In anticipation of Tuesday's Democratic primary, he and Henry discuss the tectonic political shift in the Granite State now that Jeanne Shaheen is retiring—along […]
The fall football season kicks off next week and Sherm Chester is joined by Roger Brown from NHFootballReport.com at William Ball stadium and a Exeter Bluehawks preseason scrimmage. Roger gives his take on the Bluehawks and other Seacoast teams as they enter their final tune-ups and looks ahead to key teams and matchups in the 2026 season. Team schedules for all fall sports are available at NHIAA.org. Roger Browns coverage of all Granite State teams is available all season long at NHFootballReport.com
Ryan Blaney makes it two in a row in the Granite State. Doug Rice, David Styles, Samantha Waddell
Nick Anastos from FNLNH is Sherm's special guest on the SSF Pre-Season Football edition. Nick gives his impression on teams to watch in the upcoming Granite State contests as well as the decision making going into the FNLNH schedule. Sherm gets Nicks take on the New England sports teams as well. During the “Two Minute Drill” Sherm lets listeners know about accessing the new NHIAA webpage to get your teams fall schedule. Catch Nick and Steve Beals coverage of Granite State football all season long on their YouTube channel FNLNH live and On Demand.
New Hampshire House Speaker Sherman Packard reflects on “probably the toughest three terms almost any speaker has ever had” in his farewell interview with NHJournal.com.The Londonderry Republican recounts the challenges he faced, from the COVID-19 pandemic to an almost evenly divided House and growing political turmoil. Packard also discusses the recent overrides of Gov. Kelly Ayotte's vetoes, his belief that government is spending “the people's money,” and the impact of social media on politics.Then it's “Rank Punditry” with veteran GOP strategist Jim Merrill, who analyzes the results of the new Saint Anselm College poll and the state of the hotly contested NH-01 Democratic primary.Hosted by NHJournal Managing Editor Michael Graham.Sponsored by Perfect Smiles of Nashua.Want to "subscribe" to NHJournal for $4.99 a month and help support independent journalism in the Granite State? Click here!
The lies of the Democratic Socialists of America are manipulating Americans, but New Hampshire leads in the fight against socialism. Also, why Republicans will lead in state and federal races in the Granite State with AFP-NH and AFP Action's Sarah Scott. Join the Substack at https://newenglandtake.com and email A. J. at aj@newenglandtake.com El-Sayed's Michigan Win Puts DSA Agenda on the Ballot Nationwide: https://afpaction.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/AFP-Action-Memo-El-Sayeds-Michigan-Win-Puts-DSA-Agenda-on-the-Ballot-Nationwidepdf.pdf AFP Action's New Ad Hits Pappas' Party-Line Record, Warns of DSA Threat to NH: https://afpaction.com/afp-action-new-ad-hitting-pappas-party-line-record-warns-of-dsa-threat-to-nh/ AFP-NH Announces First Wave of State Legislative Endorsements: https://americansforprosperity.org/press-release/afp-nh-announces-first-wave-of-state-legislative-endorsements/amp/
Veto Day at the New Hampshire State House will be August 18th, NH Rep. Buzz Scherr talks about NH HB1422 (relative to the time to petition for a new trial), a bipartisan bill. Also, we discuss how the Granite State is uniquely prepared to prevent utilization of Flock Safety's cameras.
Child care costs and access give young families doubts about Granite State; could a possible land swap move new prison plan forward?
Orleans-Essex County Senator Russ Ingalls will recap the VT Primary elections taking place Tuesday 8/11, who voters should blame for the cost-of-living crisis, the policies driving VT to be unaffordable, the Vermont Promise, and why this year is the most important for Vermonters to make their voice heard in the elections.Dave Soulia from FYIVT.com rejoins the show to discuss his recent series on “What VT Hospitals cost.” We will break down the issues, costs, how the system is impacting Vermonters, and solutions.and Drew Cline, President of the Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy, reveals the recent study showing NH business tax relief has resulted in more revenue for state coffers, how the decade-long strategy has made the Granite State a national destination for business growth, and what Vermont could learn from the strategy.
Wednesday's program featured an hour of sports and musical chatter with New Hampshire native and long time radio personality Jim Colony. After leaving Granite State radio, Jim went on to work in Boston and Pittsburgh and today made his triumphant return to the New Hampshire airwaves.
In November's midterm elections, New Hampshire is among a handful of states that will determine which party controls the U.S. Senate. What sets the Granite State apart from the likes of Michigan, Maine and Texas, is that Pappas and Sununu are avoiding their parties' ideological extremes.
Science and sports go to the dogs. Do you ever get the feeling that you share something extra special with your dog? Or wonder if celebrities who play golf should be kept away from crowds? Or just want to have a good laugh? We've got you covered. Today we dive into two canine-adjacent stories that prove life is a lot more interesting when dogs are involved. Deciding between the breed or the actor. As our daily Dog Days of Podcasting marathon continues, we're serving up a double feature of howling good Odd News. We'll visit the Granite State and the golf greens of St. Andrews to track down stories that go straight to the dogs. Trust us, you won't want to miss this wild ride through celebrity misdirections, faulty science, and very confused pet owners. Unleash the Laughs Listen to "Breed or the Actor" right now. Or when it's time to walk the dog. >> You can also support comedy4cast by becoming a patron on Patreon>> Or you can get Clinton a Dunkin' card or a cup of coffee via Ko-Fi>> Follow comedy4cast on BlueSky, Instagram, Facebook, MeWe, and Mastodon >> Give us a call via the Super Secret Phone Line (213) 290-4451>> Also check out Clinton's other podcast, The Topic is Trek>> Certain sounds effects heard on comedy4cast are courtesy of freeSFX and FreeSound.org Click here for a transcript of this episode.
Science and sports go to the dogs. Do you ever get the feeling that you share something extra special with your dog? Or wonder if celebrities who play golf should be kept away from crowds? Or just want to have a good laugh? We've got you covered. Today we dive into two canine-adjacent stories that prove life is a lot more interesting when dogs are involved. Deciding between the breed or the actor. As our daily Dog Days of Podcasting marathon continues, we're serving up a double feature of howling good Odd News. We'll visit the Granite State and the golf greens of St. Andrews to track down stories that go straight to the dogs. Trust us, you won't want to miss this wild ride through celebrity misdirections, faulty science, and very confused pet owners. Unleash the Laughs Listen to "Breed or the Actor" right now. Or when it's time to walk the dog. >> You can also support comedy4cast by becoming a patron on Patreon>> Or you can get Clinton a Dunkin' card or a cup of coffee via Ko-Fi>> Follow comedy4cast on BlueSky, Instagram, Facebook, MeWe, and Mastodon >> Give us a call via the Super Secret Phone Line (213) 290-4451>> Also check out Clinton's other podcast, The Topic is Trek>> Certain sounds effects heard on comedy4cast are courtesy of freeSFX and FreeSound.org Click here for a transcript of this episode.
Roger Brown from NHFootballReport.com joins Sherm on this edition of the SSF. The Granite State schoolboy football teams begin practice this week for the upcoming season. Roger gives a preview of his preseason Top 10 teams. During the “Two Minute Drill” Sherm acknowledges the new UNH Director of Athletics Director Ryan Colton.
New Hampshire US Senate Candidate Karishma Manzur joins Mike & Eric at Witter Studio to discuss her campaign, healthcare, common ground, foreign policy, mental health, and why she should represent The Granite State. Visit Karishma's website: www.karishmaforsenate.com Support Jackman Radio: www.patreon.com/jackmanradio Venmo Tips: MikeJackman1986 Venmo Tips: SenatorJackman86
Monday's featured correspondent John Leahy on the resurgence of the Red Sox and a look ahead to tonight's Home Run Derby prior to tomorrow's All Star game in Philadelphia. Also joining us, New Hampshire Legend of Hockey Scott Crowder who is bringing professional rodeo back to the Granite State this weekend. For more info it's: Sandwichstampede.com
New Hampshire's quiet towns and dense woods hide deep secrets—but a mother's resolve refuses to let them stay buried.In this haunting episode of Locating the Lost, we sit down with Susan, the mother of Michael Andrew Jones, who vanished from the Nashua area without a trace. Breaking her silence, Susan joins us to lay bare the raw, unfiltered reality of a parent's worst nightmare and the exhausting, ongoing hunt for her son.Michael left behind a fractured timeline, empty answers, and a family forced to carry the crushing weight of the unknown. Together with Susan, we dissect the critical gaps in the initial investigation, the regional geography, and the chilling questions surrounding his final known hours. What really happened before the signal went cold?This isn't just a retrospective look at a cold case. It is a mother's active, desperate search for the truth. Someone knows something.Call to ActionCan you help a mother bring her son home? If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Michael Andrew Jones, or if you remember seeing anything unusual in the Nashua or surrounding New Hampshire areas around the time of his vanishing, please speak up.Contact the Nashua Police Department at 603-594-3500FBI Tip Line: 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324)Submit a Tip Online: tips.fbi.govPlease subscribe, rate, and share this episode. A single share could be the one that reaches the person holding the missing piece of the puzzle.#LocatingTheLost #MichaelJonesMissing #MissingInNH #NewHampshireColdCase #TrueCrimePodcast #MissingPersons #NashuaNH #NewEnglandTrueCrime #ColdCaseInvestigation #BringHimHome #UnsolvedMysteries #TrueCrimeCommunity #MothersJustice
New Hampshire's quiet towns and dense woods hide deep secrets—but a mother's resolve refuses to let them stay buried.In this haunting episode of Locating the Lost, we sit down with Susan, the mother of Michael Andrew Jones, who vanished from the Nashua area without a trace. Breaking her silence, Susan joins us to lay bare the raw, unfiltered reality of a parent's worst nightmare and the exhausting, ongoing hunt for her son.Michael left behind a fractured timeline, empty answers, and a family forced to carry the crushing weight of the unknown. Together with Susan, we dissect the critical gaps in the initial investigation, the regional geography, and the chilling questions surrounding his final known hours. What really happened before the signal went cold?This isn't just a retrospective look at a cold case. It is a mother's active, desperate search for the truth. Someone knows something.Call to ActionCan you help a mother bring her son home? If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Michael Andrew Jones, or if you remember seeing anything unusual in the Nashua or surrounding New Hampshire areas around the time of his vanishing, please speak up.Contact the Nashua Police Department at 603-594-3500FBI Tip Line: 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324)Submit a Tip Online: tips.fbi.govPlease subscribe, rate, and share this episode. A single share could be the one that reaches the person holding the missing piece of the puzzle.#LocatingTheLost #MichaelJonesMissing #MissingInNH #NewHampshireColdCase #TrueCrimePodcast #MissingPersons #NashuaNH #NewEnglandTrueCrime #ColdCaseInvestigation #BringHimHome #UnsolvedMysteries #TrueCrimeCommunity #MothersJustice
Wood Devils. That's what people in New Hampshire call their version of Bigfoot. Known to be lankier and more gaunt in appearance than their other Bigfoot brethren, they tend to be very shy, hiding behind trees or standing perfectly still so as not to be spotted by people. But the residents of New Hampshire spot them often, and this week I'll be looking at some truly spooky Wood Devil sightings, including one Granite State Sasquatch that likes looking into the window of a Gilford family's home. So sit back and enjoy these stories of Bigfoot Sightings in New Hampshire...Chapters:0:00 - Wood Devils: Bigfoot in the Granite State1:43 - Sasquatch Spying on Family Through Window in Belknap County12:21 - Legends of the Wood Devils from the 1930s in Coos County14:45 - Boy riding his bike encounters Bigfoot in Rockingham County near Nottingham20:06 - Girl walking her dog is paralleled near Sunrise Lake in Strafford County26:30 - Dawn Bigfoot Sighting at Stevens Brook near Claremont in Sullivan County33:19 - Boy encounters white Wood Devil while riding his bike in Grafton County near Caanan 36:46 - Stargazers encounter Bigfoot on the Kancamagus Highway40:13 - Swaying, paralleling, peeking - Wood Devils are just like other Bigfoot#bigfoot #newhampshire #cryptozoologyLinks!Follow us on Social media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oddanduntold/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oddanduntoldWebsite: https://www.oddanduntold.comMerch Store: https://oddanduntold-shop.fourthwall.com/Email me! : jason@oddanduntold.comBigfoot Sighting in New Hampshire with Jeb Scruggs of Squatch Hunters International: https://youtu.be/ntCzovE988o?si=LTBT82ATxGsT6ADYBigfoot Sightings in Massachusetts | Worcester County: https://youtu.be/N5vueu8vNdM?si=PbU4THHDH9X6FgbDBigfoot Sightings in Rhode Island | Providence & Washington County: https://youtu.be/BylOFZ_esqI?si=u7kTIGseoEkpLrIbBFRO Sightings from New Hampshire: https://www.bfro.net/GDB/state_listing.asp?state=nhCheck out Riversend, the band behind "Moonlight," our awesome theme music!Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/1yIwfeu2cH1kDZaMYxKOUe?si=NIUijnmsQe6LNWOsfZ2jPwRiversend Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RiversendbandRiversend Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riversendband/
Thursday's show featured Academy Award winning author Ernest Thompson of “On Golden Pond Fame”. We talked with Ernest in studio about his most recent awards and his new book “Out Clause”. We were also joined by New Hampshire Fisher Cats General Manager Taylor Fisher who brought us up to date on the debut of Banana Ball tonight in the Granite State and the upcoming FisherCats homestand which begins on Tuesday.
Welcome to New England Legends From the Vault – FtV Episode 169 – Jeff Belanger and Ray Auger drive up to Franconia, New Hampshire, in search of the ghost of an Old Man who they say cursed a quarter. This Old Man was last seen in 2003, and since then his ghost is said to still lurk in the White Mountains. This is no ordinary Old Man. This Old Man helped give the Granite State an identity. Live Free or Die! This episode first aired May 23, 2019 Listen ad-free plus get early access and bonus episodes at: https://www.patreon.com/NewEnglandLegends Buy Jeff Belanger's new book Wicked Strange New England on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4lMkM3G Check out Jeff's new underground publication Shadow Zine! https://shadowzine.com/ Listen to Ray's Local Raydio! https://localraydio.com/
A. J. is joined by Meg Hagaman, candidate for Merrimack County Attorney, to break down the importance of county attorney (is Law & Order accurate?!?), her background as a prosecutor, and the future of criminal justice in New Hampshire. Learn more about her campaign at https://www.meg-for-merrimack.com Join the Substack at https://newenglandtake.com and email A. J. at aj@newenglandtake.com
Roger Brown joins Sherm on this edition of the SSF with a look ahead to the wrap up of the regular season and the upcoming Granite State baseball playoffs. Talk shifts to football and the latest on NHFootballReport.com with league coaching changes…a new Athletic Director at UNH…and a look at the upcoming Patriots fall schedule. The “Two Minute Drill” features a portion of an interview with Exeter Bluehawk baseball coach Bruce Joyce
This week, we're in New Hampshire discussing how bunk science stalled a case for 50 years. Buckle up and join us on this dark and twisted ride through the Granite State.Be sure to subscribe on Apple and leave a review, or email us at unitedstatesofmurder@gmail.comFollow us on Facebook and Instagram!Listen to: Murder She Told PodcastSources: New Hampshire DOJ, NHPR, Pamela Smart, People, Pamela Smart: An America Murder Mystery
Legendary political reporter Mark Halperin, founder of 2Way Media, joins NHJournal's Michael Graham to roll through his latest "8 for 2028" and talk about the Granite State's place in American politics.Then two of New Hampshire's smartest political insiders, Dave Carney and AFP's Greg Moore, analyze the current state of the 2026 campaigns and make their picks for the best POTUS candidates in both parties.Sponsored by Perfect Smiles Aesthetic & Functional Dental Center.Like what you're hearing? Help NHJournal keep providing independent journalism.
This week, we're in New Hampshire discussing a very bad teacher. Then we'll talk about how bunk science stalled a case for 50 years. Buckle up and join us on this dark and twisted ride through the Granite State.Be sure to subscribe on Apple and leave a review, or email us at unitedstatesofmurder@gmail.comFollow us on Facebook and Instagram!Listen to: Murder She Told PodcastSources: New Hampshire DOJ, NHPR, Pamela Smart, People, Pamela Smart: An America Murder Mystery
Monday's program featured a new business being established in New Hampshire, Overtime Athletics. Overtime Athletics is the leader in after school programs in many part of the country but this is the first franchise in the Granite State. We were joined in studio by N.H. franchise owner Brian Bostic who is in the process of establishing day camps in this area. For more information: www.otathletics.com/newhampshire
Bedford Republican Melissa Bailey joins NHJournal's Michael Graham to talk about her campaign for the NH01 GOP nomination: Her expertise in accounting and finance, her views on Iran and Ukraine, and why her Christian faith is at the center of her campaign.Then, GOP operatives Michael Dennehy and Patrick Hynes answer the existential question: Why are we here? NHJournal, that is. They were part of the group of Republican strategists who created NHJournal, and they share stories of their early battles in Granite State journalism -- including their decision to hire legendary reporter John DiStaso. Sponsored by Perfect Smiles Aesthetic & Functional Dental Center in Nashua.Want to support NHJournal's independent journalism? Click here!
No one likes to think about dying—except, it seems, the New Hampshire Legislature. This year, Granite State lawmakers have introduced a trio of bills that rethink what happens to us after we shuffle off this mortal coil. From green burials to helping out our four-legged law enforcement officers, here is a look at how state law regarding dead bodies could change this year. Listen as hosts Anna Brown and Mike Dunbar, of Citizens Count break it down in $100 Plus Mileage. This podcast is produced in partnership with Citizens Count, Granite State News Collaborative and The Marlin Fitzwater Center for Communications at Franklin Pierce University.
Grover Norquist is no novice when it comes to politics and he's not naive. The founder and president of Americans for Tax Reform knows the midterm political environment is tough for the GOP. But he tells NHJournal there is one issue that can overcome an anti-Trump voter surge: Taxes. And, Norquist says, New Hampshire is leading the way. He also warns the Granite State that other states are gaining on it when it comes to tax policy. Plus -- Norquist is a former competitor in the "Funniest Person in Washington DC" contest, and he shares his favorite political joke.Then it's time for Rank Punditry with Sarah Scott of Americans for Prosperity - New Hampshire and Neil Levesque, head of the New Hampshire Institute of Politics: Brown v Sununu, the state of play in 2026, and why JD Vance was the biggest loser of the week.Hosted by NHJournal Managing Editor MIchael Graham.Sponsored by Perfect Smiles of Nashua.Want to "subscribe" to NHJournal and help us keep providing great content? Just click here -- it's just $4.99/month!
Roger Brown from NHHardball.com joins Sherm as the Granite State schoolboy baseball season gets underway. Roger handicaps the different divisions and their strengths and weaknesses heading into the first week action. New Hampshire college baseball…the Fishercats and MLB also are topics on the table during this episode of the SSF. During the "Two Minute Drill" Sherm and Roger discuss headlines from NH Football Report.com
Republican Anthony DiLorenzo is on the NHJournal podcast talking about the state of the race in New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District. DiLorenzo is seeking the GOP nomination, but he has plenty to say about the leadership (or lack thereof) in both parties. DiLorenzo also talks to NHJournal host Michael Graham about Trump's Iran policy, and highlighted his business experience, having "created over 1,000 jobs."Then nationally-known GOP consultant Rick Wiley and Granite State comms pro Alicia Preston Xanthopolous are ready for some "Rank Punditry" talking NH politics and the 2026 campaign season.Sponsored by Perfect Smiles of Nashua. Want to support NHJournal? Click here!
In this notebook edition of the SSF host Sherm Chester reviews the results of the weekend of NHIAA hockey and basketball championship action. Congratulation to all the teams and student athletes who participated in the winter sports programs throughout the Granite State. Now it's onto spring !!
On this month's Community Conversations, a discussion with staff from Granite State Independent Living about the important work they're providing as a statewide nonprofit.
https://slasrpodcast.com/ SLASRPodcast@gmail.com Welcome to Episode 226 of the Sounds Like a Search and Rescue podcast. This week we're joined by Jim Thorsen, who just returned from an incredible trip that took him from trekking in the foothills of the Himalayas in Nepal to nearly a month traveling across India—temples, safaris, a sunrise at the Taj Mahal, tea plantations, Kerala backwaters, and the full sensory overload of cities like Delhi and Mumbai. We're also welcoming back our own Stomp, who returns for a special segment on communication in the wilderness—covering how hikers can better prepare, stay connected when things go sideways, and why good communication is often the difference between a minor problem and a full-blown rescue. Plus we've got a bunch of New Hampshire topics including shoulder-season hiking reminders as the weather warms up but winter refuses to leave, the upcoming live show at the Mountain Wanderer, some political drama around the Fryeburg Fair in Maine, a look at how the Common Man welcome centers somehow turned rest stops into a $25-million operation, maple syrup season ramping up across the Granite State, gear talk including a snowshoe sale and waterproofing strategies, a music minute featuring Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness by the Smashing Pumpkins, updates from Dave somewhere down the Appalachian Trail around Neel's Gap, recent hikes, listener shout-outs, and of course a dad joke that probably should have stayed in the notebook. Join the SLASR Podcast 48 Peaks Team on June 13 to hike Mount Adams Topics Live Show at Mountain Wanderer Adventures in Lincoln, NH this weekend PUDs Podcast updates Weather is warm, weather is cold Fryeburg Fair and Cumberland Fair Drama White Mountains History - Wonalancet Outdoor Club Common Man Roadside Expansion Moose Alley Waterville Valley Expansion Maple Syrup Season Gear Talk Nick's Music Minute Dave Shits on the AT update Guest of the Week - Jim Thorsen - Travels in Nepal and India Show Notes Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews SLASR Merchandise SLASR LinkTree SLASR's BUYMEACOFFEE Order Hike Safe Card 48 Peaks website Nick's Instagram Country Fair politics and drama in Maine More details Text of the Law Wonalancet outdoor club newsletter research tool Logging discussions and motorized vehicles Obscure facts and mining proposals Sandwich Wilderness Designation and Why Mt. Chocorua was left off the Wilderness designation Common Man Roadsides Expanding Moose Alley, NH Waterville Valley expansion deep dive A summary from the Master Development Plan Maple Syrup Production is ramping up MSR is having a 25% off snowshoe sale in March NikWax waterproofing for leather, Sponsors, Friends and Partners Wild Raven Endurance Coaching burgeonoutdoor.com 48 Peaks - Alzheimer's Association Mount Washington Higher Summits Forecast Hiking Buddies Vaucluse - Sweat less. Explore more. – Vaucluse Gear Fieldstone Kombucha CS Instant Coffee The Mountain Wanderer
In this special live episode of Creative Guts, recorded in partnership with Mosaic Art Collective, we gather a panel of artists, organizers, and advocates to talk about something that feels especially urgent right now: the role of the arts in shaping our communities here in New Hampshire. Joining the discussion are Portsmouth artist Richard Haynes, Jr., activist mixed-media artist Brenda Noiseux, and Aimee Terravechia, Executive Director of 603 Equality and co-founder of the New Hampshire Cultural Review. Together we unpack the opportunities and challenges facing artists in the Granite State, the narratives shaping how communities value the arts, and the small but meaningful actions creatives can take to support advocacy without burning out. Moderated by Creative Guts co-host Joe Acone, this conversation leans into the messy, honest reality of advocacy work. Ideas are explored in real time, questions are left open, and the panel invites all of us to think a little more deeply about what it means to support the arts in our communities. Huge thanks to Mosaic Art Collective for hosting this event and to Kennebunk Savings Bank for sponsoring this episode. Listen to this episode wherever you listen to podcasts or on our website www.CreativeGutsPodcast.com. Connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Discord. If you love listening, consider making a donation to Creative Guts! Our budget is tiny, so donations of any size make a big difference. Learn more about us and make a tax deductible donation at www.CreativeGutsPodcast.com. Any views or opinions expressed by our hosts or guests do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Creative Guts.
Corinne Benfield's story is a uniquely New Hampshire one.Benfield, a Manchester, N.H., native, left The Granite State for college, vowing not to return to the state that raised her. Then, she moved to New York City to pursue an art career.Her time in The Big Apple didn't go as planned, leading her back to New Hampshire, where she began to see her home state through a completely different lens.Now, as the Executive Director of Stay Work Play, it's her job to convince young professionals to have the same epiphany she once did.Today, Benfield joins host Troy Farkas to share her story: Why she came back to N.H., the endless opportunities afforded to young people in the state, and the "master narrative" that's driving so many young people away. Plus, the biggest pain points for young professionals, and the three things she would change in this state if she were given a magic wand. To learn more about Stay Work Play's upcoming events, research studies, and more, just visit StayWorkPlay.org or follow @stayworkplay on Instagram.SPONSORS:Business coach Jennifer Wilder: Women can get $100 off 1:1 private advisory with one of the Seacoast's top business minds! Lock in your discount and book your time with Jen by visiting TheJenniferWilder.com/seacoaststoriesOomph Salon: Special happy hour haircuts for just $45 at New England's top-rated salon! AFFILIATE LINKS:3 Bridges Yoga: NEW yoga students can unlock a stellar deal of $45 for unlimited classes at the Seacoast's top yoga studio for a month! Visit 3BridgesYoga.com, select the "Seacoast Stories" special, and type in promo code SEACOASTSTORIES to activate the deal.Studio One: Use the code COASTIE26 at checkout on the Studio One website to unlock a 1-month trial of UNLIMITED spin, yoga, strength, pilates, and barre classes for a special price of $25 for "Seacoast Stories" listeners ONLY!UPCOMING EVENTS:Seacoast Stories Dinner Club: Friday, April 3, in Amesbury, Mass.! Sign up here.Seacoast Stories Dinner Club: Wednesday, April 15, in Manchester, N.H.! Sign up here.EPISODE CHAPTERS:Manchester's glow-up & Corinne's backstory (00:00)The opportunities N.H. affords young people (15:10)SPONSOR: Business coach Jennifer Wilder (21:55)Corinne's path to Stay Work Play (24:03)The effect of the housing crisis on YP's (31:30)Childcare costs and workforce displacement (49:27)SPONSOR: Oomph Salon (54:07)A rough social life & dating scene for YP's (55:30)Three N.H. issues Corinne wants to solve ASAP (01:04:55)
New Hampshire is the second most forested state in the country, yet our local timber industry struggles to compete against Canadian lumber because of how wood is classified. This year, legislators are considering three bills—HB 1204, SB 503, and SB 529 —aimed at redefining how New Hampshire wood is graded and sold. Listen as hosts Anna Brown and Mike Dunbar, of Citizens Count break it down in $100 Plus Mileage. This podcast is produced in partnership with Citizens Count, Granite State News Collaborative and The Marlin Fitzwater Center for Communications at Franklin Pierce University.
NH Business Review editors sit down with the relatively new director and CEO of the Currier Museum of Art in Manchester, Jordana Pomeroy. Discussion touches on her love of art, how the organization connects with its community, and what it takes to showcase artists in the Granite State.
This month marks four years since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine—a conflict that has reshaped global politics, security, and the international order. To reflect on this grim anniversary, Global in the Granite State welcomes a powerful and deeply personal conversation with Sviatoslav Yuras, Ukraine's youngest member of parliament and a recent participant in the Open World Leadership Program hosted in New Hampshire.Drawing on his experiences as both a lawmaker and a frontline soldier, Yuras offers rare insight into how Ukrainians view the war, the prospects for peace, and the hard lessons learned from broken agreements with Russia. He speaks candidly about why Ukrainians remain deeply skeptical of ceasefires without real security guarantees, how morale endures amid staggering personal sacrifice, and what “Live Free or Die” truly means when national survival is at stake.The conversation also explores the broader global implications of the war—from the authoritarian coalition backing Russia to the role of democratic accountability inside Ukraine itself, including how the country confronts corruption even in wartime. Above all, this episode asks a critical question for Americans and Granite Staters alike: why does Ukraine matter to us—and what role can citizens play in shaping what comes next?This is a sobering, hopeful, and ultimately urgent discussion about sovereignty, democracy, and the cost of indifference in a world where might is once again testing right.Sviatoslav Andriyovych Yurash is the youngest ever Ukrainian MP and a public figure. An active participant in the Revolution of Dignity. MP of Ukraine of the IX convocation from the "Servant of the People" party. Initiator and Chairman of the largest caucus in the history of the Parliament "Values. Dignity. Family", Initiator and Secretary of the second largest Parliamentary Caucus "Intermarium". Member of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Foreign Policy and Inter-Parliamentary Cooperation, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Relations and Protection of the Rights and Interests of the Ukrainians Abroad.
On Dr. Weir's encouragement, Dawson decides he should go to the Hooksett, NH Film Festival and collect his prize for his documentary on Mr. Brooks. Since Jen is eager to get away from Charlie and Nora, Dawson suggests that she come...................as it were but NO SPOILERS. Jack invites Joey to be his date for the frat's winter formal, but when the call goes out at the house to hook unattached brothers up with girls who are goers, Jack admits that he might know one, and sets his brother Eric up with Audrey. What conflict ensues probably wouldn't if Eric were at all a decent conversationalist. Pacey decides to reframe the narrative with Karen by asking her out on a no-expectations, non-romantic date, but Pacey being Pacey, his best-laid plans...................okay, again, no spoilers. No need to hit the Granite State: our episode on "Hotel New Hampshire" is right here!JOIN THE AWT CLUB
Today we talk with Mica Stark, president and CEO of the New Hampshire College and University Council, about the challenges and opportunities facing higher education in the Granite State. For more information about the NH College and University Council, click here.
U.S. Attorney for New Hampshire Erin Creegan calls the Granite State the “tip of the spear” when it comes to new tactics in election fraud and campaign-related crimes.Creegan made her remarks during an exclusive New Hampshire Journal podcast interview with managing editor Michael Graham. The wide-ranging conversation covered issues ranging from the decline in fentanyl deaths to fraud investigations stretching from Minnesota to Maine.Also on the podcast: The Boston Globe's James Pindell and veteran GOP strategist Jim Merrill on the current state of the two political parties, and what 2028 might look like for the New Hampshire FITN primary.Sponsored by Perfect Smiles of Nashua.
We celebrate our 200th episode by talking to Drew Marcotte, who leads one of the most successful family businesses in the state. Drew started in the business at 11 helping to lick envelopes for his mom to now leading the management and customer service teams at each of Granite State Glass's 15 retail locations. For more information about Granite State Glass, click here.
Jeff Belanger and Ray Auger head to Goffstown, New Hampshire, where every fall the Piscataquog River transforms into one of New England's strangest racetracks. For 25 years, locals have carved out giant pumpkins, climbed inside, and paddled them like boats in a regatta that has become the stuff of legend. But how did this wonderfully weird tradition begin? Jeff and Ray slip back through the decades to uncover the origins of a festival that turned a humble pumpkin patch into an unforgettable piece of Granite State folklore. Listen ad-free plus get early access and bonus episodes at: https://www.patreon.com/NewEnglandLegends Follow Jeff Belanger here: https://jeffbelanger.com/ The Great Pumpkin Race - A New England Legends Podcast PLEASE SUPPORT THE ADVERTISERS THAT SUPPORT THIS SHOWTalkSpace - Get$80 off your first month with Talkspace when you go to Talkspace.com/podcastand enter promo code SPACE80. True Classic - Step into your new home for the best clothes at True Classic www.TrueClassic.com/P60 Raycon Everyday Earbuds - Save up to 30% Off at www.buyraycon.com/truecrimenetwork Cornbread Hemp - Save 30% off your first order at www.cornbreadhemp.com/P60 and enter P60 into the coupon code Mint Mobile - To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to www.MintMobile.com/P60 Cozy Earth - Begin your sleep adventure on the best bedding and sleepwear with Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/ use Promo Code P60 for up to 40% off savings! Steam Beacon TV - Your home for Paranormal, Horror & True Crime TV https://streambeacontv.com/ Love & Lotus Tarot with Winnie Schrader - http://lovelotustarot.com/ PLEASE RATE & REVIEW THE PARANORMAL 60 PODCAST WHEREVER YOU LISTEN! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices