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Brian Shactman interviews Justin Piccirillo, a middle school art teacher and author of "The Hidden History of Meriden," published on November 4. Piccirillo discusses his passion for Meriden's history, including its role as a potential state capital and its nickname, "Silver City." He highlights lesser-known stories, such as the Yankee peddler Ash Bill Griswold and Meriden's significant contributions during World War II, including blackout paint and dog tags. Piccirillo also mentions his journey from political cartoonist to author, driven by his love for Meriden's history and legacy. The book is available on Amazon.
Brian Shactman, Brian Cyr, and Dan Gafney discuss the importance of arts education in Meriden public schools. Brian Cyr, the fine arts coordinator, oversees music, theater, and visual arts across eight elementary schools, three middle schools, and two high schools, involving nearly 40 staff members. Despite budget cuts, the arts programs thrive, with notable achievements such as top positions in the state competitive marching circuit and upcoming district-wide art exhibits. They emphasize the value of arts in fostering well-rounded students, reducing chronic absenteeism, and promoting community engagement. Both teachers, with long tenures in Meriden, highlight the diverse, supportive environment and the rewarding experience of working with dedicated students.
Brian Shactman discusses Matt's annual fundraiser for autism at the Elks Club, which has raised thousands. Michelle and Keith Stocking, members of the Elks, explain its fraternal and charitable nature, including scholarships, veteran support, and community projects like a food drive for the Meriden soup kitchen. The Elks Club, established in 1914, is the 35th in the U.S. and has over 2,000 lodges. They highlight upcoming events, such as a Hoop Shoot contest for children aged 8-13, and emphasize the community's acceptance and support. Michelle recently received a lifetime honorary membership for her contributions.
Brian Shactman and Mayor Kevin Scarpati discuss the vibrant Mexican restaurant Frida's in Meriden, which is celebrating its sixth anniversary. Scarpati, who has been mayor for ten years, shares his journey from serving on the Board of Education at 20 to becoming the city's youngest mayor at 26. He emphasizes his commitment to education, infrastructure investments, and community service. Scarpati highlights the city's challenges, including special education funding and affordable housing. He also mentions the upcoming Silver Lights event in Hubbard Park and a food drive to support local food pantries. The conversation underscores Scarpati's dedication to Meriden's growth and community engagement.
Kathy Kogut from Kogut Tree Farm discussed the farm's operations and Christmas tree sales. The farm, named Hemlock Hill, has been in operation since the 1980s. Most of their trees are Fraser firs, which take 10 years to grow and are known for their needle retention. The farm, located in Meriden, Connecticut, allows customers to cut their own trees, with about 200-250 trees available each year. Kathy emphasized the importance of keeping the trees hydrated to prevent fire hazards. The farm also won the Big E competition and the Durham Fair competition. Kathy's son, who is retiring from the police, will join the farm to sell trees.
Brian Shactman visited Frida's at 151 Lewis Avenue in Meriden, Connecticut, to celebrate its sixth anniversary. Magdalena Alberto and her son George Rendon discussed the business's success, including a $55 million artwork sale in New York. Magdalena shared that the anniversary cake was brought from New York. Brian praised the authentic Mexican breakfast served, including chilaquiles and empanadas. George, helps out at Frida's on weekends.
Couch to Coached – AWARD-WINNING Running PodcastThis week's episode is a perfect blend of humour, hard-earned lessons, and muddy mile-after-mile storytelling. Rob, Ben and Emma kick things off with a playful debate about pop culture legends—yes, including the “Walrus of Love” Barry White—before diving headfirst into an unexpectedly heated conversation about mince pies. With a brand-new competition tied to their recent podcast awards announcement, the episode quickly picks up energy and momentum.From there, the conversation spans the trio's latest endurance adventures: triathlon prep, the realities of swimming lessons as an adult, and the ever-evolving goals that shape their training. As they reflect on personal progress, they also explore the challenges of balancing ambition with practicality—especially when it comes to investing in gear, managing FOMO, and staying smart about race choices.The episode then shifts to the mud-soaked chaos of a recent cross-country event and the unforgettable Escape from Meriden challenge. With wild weather, slippery trails, ditches, questionable food choices (Greggs, anyone?), and moments of pure exhaustion, Emma and Ben give a raw and entertaining account of what it takes to keep moving when conditions go sideways. Through laughter, setbacks, and even a “nappuccino,” they show how camaraderie and community make the toughest days memorable.As things wind down, the hosts discuss the importance of recovery, sports massage, mental resilience, and setting meaningful, realistic goals. From marathon and ultra plans to process-driven SMART goals, they dig into how to build a training journey that's sustainable, motivating, and tailored to real life. With plenty of friendly accountability and encouragement, the episode offers guidance for anyone looking to challenge themselves—without getting swept up in FOMO-fuelled decision-making.Whether you're here for running chat, triathlon talk, or simply the joy of hearing people fall into ditches and call it “good content,” this episode brings inspiration, entertainment, and a genuine sense of community.HighlightsBarry White confusion and mince pie debatesExciting award updates and podcast competitionTriathlon ambitions, swimming lessons, and building confidenceCross-country chaos and unpredictable weatherMuddy racing stories and real-time resilienceThe Escape from Meriden: support, setbacks, and surprising challengesThe impact of food choices (hello, Greggs) on performanceHitting milestones, celebrating wins, and dealing with shocksPost-race recovery, sports massage, and long-term healthSMART goals, race planning, and avoiding FOMOCommunity support and accountability in trainingRemember to follow us on Instagram, subscribe on YouTube, and watch us LIVE every Monday.Couch to Coached also has a Strava run club — just search for Couch to Coached on Strava. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
City of Iron is a band based out of (practices in) Meriden, CT. We were joined by 5 out of 6 of the members (Tyler got stuck at work). We talk about music. We talk about video games. There's a decent amount of laughing. Check it out! Honestly, this one is just a fun romp with a fun crew. Anything I say about it would just ruin it while you listen in. Just give it a listen. Oh, and there's a snippet of new unreleased as yet music! Links: https://cityofgoddamniron.bandcamp.com/album/voidspeaker https://www.instagram.com/cityofiron Music on this episode: Opening Music: City of Iron "The White Ship" VoidSpeaker (Self-Released) Rick: Nine Inch Nails "Shadow Over Me" Tron: Ares (Interscope) Blawan "TCP Burn" SickElixir (XL) Polygon Window "Iketa" Surfing On Sine Waves (Warp) Sundays "My Finest Hour" Reading, Writing & Arithmetic (Universal Music Group) (Unknown Artist) "Cemetery" Haunted Presence (Numero Group) Josh: Seefeel "Time to Find Me (AFX Fast Mix)" Pure, Impure (Too Pure) SunnO))) "Eternity's Pillars" Eternity's Pillars (Sub Pop) Internal Bleeding "Enforced Compliance" Settle All Scores (Maggot Stomp) Tribal Gaze "To The Spoils Of Faith" Inveighing Brilliance (Nuclear Blast) Justin: Sweet Valley "Coil Crusher" Eternal Champ 2 (Ghost Ramp) Mikael: Bambara "Pray To Me" Birthmarks (Bella Union / Wharf Cat) Rob: Wednesday "Wound Up Here (By Holdin On)" Bleeds (Dead Oceans) Jules: Atomic Rule "Bone Lady" With Skull Crushing Force (288 Records) Alex: Stars of the Lid "Down" Music For Nitrous Oxide (Artificial Pinearch Manufacturing) Within The Interview: City of Iron "Orphaned States" (Yet to be released) Closing Music: City of Iron "Orphaned States" (Pre-Production Track yet to be released)City of Iron "Broken Idiot" (Pre-Production Track yet to be released) The Redscroll Podcast is a monthly show (new episodes on the first of the month) that works as a companion to what we do at Redscroll Records in Wallingford, CT USA. We are a record store that has a heavy emphasis on the left of center / underground music of the world. Whether it be underappreciated or just has a niche audience, marginalized or just off the radar it's all of interest to us. With the show we'll generally have a localized focus. We'll discuss what is in our personal rotation at the moment. We'll talk to guests who have to do with all of the above. And we'll talk about specific dealings with the store. If you have input you're welcome to contact us through email (redscroll@gmail.com). Oh, and please do subscribe! New episodes on the first of every month! (Subscribe on Android)(Subscribe elsewhere just by searching for us please!)
Matthew Bannister onDame Jane Goodall, the primatologist and environmental campaigner who changed our understanding of animal behaviour. Chris Packham pays tribute.Tony Harrison, the Yorkshire born poet who took his writing to new audiences through theatre and TV. Michael Rosen assesses his work. Lord Menzies Campbell, the former leader of the Liberal Democrats.Danny Thompson, the upright bass player who blended folk and jazz and worked with musicians ranging from Kate Bush, Paul Weller to John Martyn and Donovan - who shares his memories. Interviewee: Chris Packham Interviewee: Professor Ben Garrod Interviewee: Michael Rosen Interviewee: Magnus Linklater Interviewee: Donovan Interviewee: Jacqui McShee Interviewee: Martin SimpsonProducer: Gareth Nelson-DaviesArchive used: Tony Harrison, Meriden, BBC World Service, 21/10/1992; The Mysteries, Cottesloe Theatre, The National Theatre, Channel 4 Television, Directed by Bill Bryden, Writer Tony Harrison,,1985; V by Tony Harrison reads short extract from the poem 'V'. BBC Radio 4, 21/01/2013; Menzies Campbell Elected Leader Of The Liberal Democrats, BBC News, 02/03/06; Menzies Campbell, Desert Island Discs, BBC Radio 4, 17/10/2004; Menzies Campbell, Iraq War, BBC News, 24/02/2009; Danny Thompson plays bass, extract from, Pentangle - Blue Monk, Songs From The Two Brewers, ITV, Danny Thompson YouTube Channel, 08/05/1970;
Darkness Radio Presents: Wicked Strange: Your Guide to Ghosts, Monsters. Oddities, & Urban Legends from New England with Researcher/Podcast Host/ Author, Jeff Belanger! Wicked Strange is a journey and a celebration of all the things that make New England like no other place on earth. In a time when so much of the world is becoming homogenized—as big-box stores and chain restaurants move in and so many communities lose their identity—we still have these legends. They belong to specific towns and streets. These are stories locals will share with you . . . if they trust you. This travel guide takes readers on a journey to the strange and frequently unseen world that is often right under their noses. Covering numerous haunted places, environs where mysterious creatures have been spotted, areas where unusual events have happened, eccentric locals, and roadside oddities to explore, noted expert of the strange Jeff Belanger is your guide to all that's local and strange. Haunted locations from all over New England are covered New England is full of monsters and devils that lurk in the woods, lakes, and seas. Explored are some of the best known and most obscure, including Lake Champlain's Champ; the Cumberland Vampire of Rhode Island; Gloucester's Sea Serpent; the Black Dog of West Peak in Meriden, Connecticut; and the Flying Moose of Maine. Also covered are unusual events, such as UFO sightings (Connecticut's UFO crash at Bantam Lake / Betty and Barney Hill's UFO experience), and roadside oddities, such as the World's Tallest Filing Cabinet (Burlington, VT), Boston's Big Steaming Tea Kettle, and the literal Fork in the Road of Westport, MA. Wicked Strange takes you off the beaten path, revealing a hidden world right under your nose. Jeff joins Darkness Radio today to tell us a few of the terrific tales that lie behind the six states of New England! Jeff also recalls how he met he co-creator, Frank Grace and what makes their collaboration on this and other projects in the New England Legends series so special throughout the years! Get your copy of "Wicked Strange..." here: https://bit.ly/42VHvTy You heard Jeff talk about his life-changing climb of Mount Kilimanjaro, now get the book detailing his journey here: https://bit.ly/3R2o1r8 Get your hands on the Shadow Zine that Jeff was talking about on the show here: https://jeffbelanger.com/shadow-zine/ Find out where Jeff will be near you, and learn more about him here: https://jeffbelanger.com/ #paranormal #supernatural #metaphysical #paranormalpodcasts #darknessradio #timdennis #jeffbelanger #ghostadventures #newenglandlegends #wickedstrange #yourguidetoghostsmonstersodditiesandurbanlegendsfromnewengland #loversleap #newenglandsfirstufo #hauntedlake #chickenfarmeristillloveyou #taphephobia #bonesoup #benandjerry #newenglandhauntings #werewolves #ghosts #spirits #hauntings #hauntedhouses #ghoststories #monsterstories #demons #angels #guardianangels #twilightzonendings #neardeatheexperience
Darkness Radio Presents: Wicked Strange: Your Guide to Ghosts, Monsters. Oddities, & Urban Legends from New England with Researcher/Podcast Host/ Author, Jeff Belanger! Wicked Strange is a journey and a celebration of all the things that make New England like no other place on earth. In a time when so much of the world is becoming homogenized—as big-box stores and chain restaurants move in and so many communities lose their identity—we still have these legends. They belong to specific towns and streets. These are stories locals will share with you . . . if they trust you. This travel guide takes readers on a journey to the strange and frequently unseen world that is often right under their noses. Covering numerous haunted places, environs where mysterious creatures have been spotted, areas where unusual events have happened, eccentric locals, and roadside oddities to explore, noted expert of the strange Jeff Belanger is your guide to all that's local and strange. Haunted locations from all over New England are covered New England is full of monsters and devils that lurk in the woods, lakes, and seas. Explored are some of the best known and most obscure, including Lake Champlain's Champ; the Cumberland Vampire of Rhode Island; Gloucester's Sea Serpent; the Black Dog of West Peak in Meriden, Connecticut; and the Flying Moose of Maine. Also covered are unusual events, such as UFO sightings (Connecticut's UFO crash at Bantam Lake / Betty and Barney Hill's UFO experience), and roadside oddities, such as the World's Tallest Filing Cabinet (Burlington, VT), Boston's Big Steaming Tea Kettle, and the literal Fork in the Road of Westport, MA. Wicked Strange takes you off the beaten path, revealing a hidden world right under your nose. Jeff joins Darkness Radio today to tell us a few of the terrific tales that lie behind the six states of New England! Jeff also recalls how he met he co-creator, Frank Grace and what makes their collaboration on this and other projects in the New England Legends series so special throughout the years! Get your copy of "Wicked Strange..." here: https://bit.ly/42VHvTy You heard Jeff talk about his life-changing climb of Mount Kilimanjaro, now get the book detailing his journey here: https://bit.ly/3R2o1r8 Get your hands on the Shadow Zine that Jeff was talking about on the show here: https://jeffbelanger.com/shadow-zine/ Find out where Jeff will be near you, and learn more about him here: https://jeffbelanger.com/ #paranormal #supernatural #metaphysical #paranormalpodcasts #darknessradio #timdennis #jeffbelanger #ghostadventures #newenglandlegends #wickedstrange #yourguidetoghostsmonstersodditiesandurbanlegendsfromnewengland #loversleap #newenglandsfirstufo #hauntedlake #chickenfarmeristillloveyou #taphephobia #bonesoup #benandjerry #newenglandhauntings #werewolves #ghosts #spirits #hauntings #hauntedhouses #ghoststories #monsterstories #demons #angels #guardianangels #twilightzonendings #neardeatheexperience
On this episode we talk to Meriden's own Toby Driver! Maudlin of the Well, Tartar Lamb, Alora Crucible and many other bands/projects are on his resume. His band, Kayo Dot, has a new record and we talk about that quite a bit and delve into some AI discussion and generally talk about music and his journey within it! Check out Toby online: https://kayodot.bandcamp.com/ Music on this episode: Opening: Kayo Dot "Marathon" Choirs of the Eye (Tzadik) Intro: MeetingHouse "Headlong" You've Seen Heaven (Redscroll) Rick: Clipse "F.I.C.O." Let God Sort Em Out (Roc Nation) Editrix "Flesh Debt" The Big E (Joyful Noise) MSPaint "Wildfire" No Separation (Convulse Records) Freddie Gibbs & The Alchemist "Ensalada" Alfredo II (ESGN, ALC Records) Josh: Warlock Corpse "Eternal Prisoner (Featuring Spiritual Slum)" Eternal Prisoner (Out of Season) Intercourse "The Ballad of Max Wright" How I Fell in Love with the Void (Brutal Panda) Fatal Realm "The Gift" Demo (Daze) Toby: Ashenspire "The Law Of Asbestos" Hostile Architecture (Code666) Closing: Kayo Dot "Oracle By Severed Head" Every Rock, Every Half-Truth Under Reason (Prophecy Productions) The Redscroll Podcast is a monthly show (new episodes on the first of the month) that works as a companion to what we do at Redscroll Records in Wallingford, CT USA. We are a record store that has a heavy emphasis on the left of center / underground music of the world. Whether it be underappreciated or just has a niche audience, marginalized or just off the radar it's all of interest to us. With the show we'll generally have a localized focus. We'll discuss what is in our personal rotation at the moment. We'll talk to guests who have to do with all of the above. And we'll talk about specific dealings with the store. If you have input you're welcome to contact us through email (redscroll@gmail.com). Oh, and please do subscribe! New episodes on the first of every month! (Subscribe on Android)(Subscribe elsewhere just by searching for us please!)
For the People recently headed to Meriden to visit with a couple of leaders at the Community Economic Development Fund or CEDF. If you are looking to establish your ownn business, we'll clue you in on how CEDF supports the growth and success of small businesses in Connecticut, especially in underserved communities, through a powerful combination of capital, coaching, and education.
Meriden is shutting down its volunteer fire department in December. The city announced a shortage of workers and money to fund the program led to the decision to shut down the department after more than 100 years of service. Is this the beginning of a horrible trend: mass closures of volunteer departments in the state? If so, what is the state doing about this problem? We asked Comptroller Sean Scanlon. Image Credit: Getty Images
There's still a lot of summer left at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo - and there's loads of things to plan for this fall, too. So, come along as we head to the zoo and get a lesson about the beautiful and fascinating Monarch Butterflies. You'll also find out how you can help preserve and rebuild our fragile population of Monarchs, while hearing about other pollinator activities, and so much more. Then, it's up the road to Meriden to visit with a couple of leaders at the Community Economic Development Fund or CEDF. If you are looking to establish your ownn business, we'll clue you in on how CEDF supports the growth and success of small businesses in Connecticut, especially in underserved communities, through a powerful combination of capital, coaching, and education. Then our next summer re-run takes us back to our live broadcast from Connecticut Ag Day last spring. As we close out this week's conversations, we'll hear from CT Commissioner of Agriculture Bryan Hurlburt.
0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders 00:03:22 Randi Restored 45 years ago, James Randi flew to Australia at the invitation of Dick Smith. He came to test a score of water diviners in Australia's first major investigation of these claims. The resulting documentary, "James Randi in Australia" was shown on Australian TV and then lost forever. Luckily it was recorded onto video tape via a VCR at the time and this version has now been restored to its former glory. http://www.tinyurl.com/randiaustralia 0:23:32 Australian Skeptics Newsletter What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week? Read by Adrienne Hill. http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:37:14 The TROVE Archives A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to James Randi's Project Alpha. 1983.01.29 - The Victoria Advocate 1983.02.16 - Record-Journal, Meriden, Ct. Project Alpha - An Honest Liar https://youtu.be/Ewr3uqfHzMM&t=2720 http://www.trove.nla.gov.au
Megan from Meriden is back with an update. Her boyfriend insisted he was cheating after he was spotted at a mall with a friend.
Megan from Meriden is back with an update. Her boyfriend insisted he was cheating after he was spotted at a mall with a friend.
Picture it, Boston, 1995. A young man from Meriden, CT decides to uproot his life and move to a new city. New faces, new friends, and plenty of new music.It has been 30 years since I made the fateful decision to make the move to Boston. It was also a time to expand my musical palette. Thankfully, there was plenty of new music to choose from, with tons of second hand music shops like CD Spins, interspersed with the big retailers like Tower Records.Much of the music on the radio at the time was not for me (except TLC!), but thanfully there were rock friendly radio stations in the city, as well as some of the best clubs to see live music. TT the Bears and The Middle East come to mind. Acts that would go on to become huge stars got their big breaks in 1995, while smaller indie, punk, and metal bands were just reaching their loftiest heights. Bands like Shelter and Jawbreaker achieved their biggest commercial successes, while bands like Rancid and Presidents of the United States of America were getting some air time on radio stations like WBCN and WAAF.Plus, legends like Faith No More, Radiohead and Fugazi added to their legacies in 1995. Oh, and some band called Oasis had a huge record or something.And everyone was asking the question, "What is a Foo Fighter"?
Dan Suzio, co-Chair of the Meriden Daffodil. The Daffodil festival is Meriden's largest and most colorful community event, held during the peak season for daffodils to bloom. With food, crafts, music, fireworks, amusements and a spectacular parade, the Meriden Daffodil Festival is a springtime funfest for all! Festival weekend is May 3rd and 4th. More info at https://www.daffodilfest.com/
Megan from Meriden thinks her boyfriend is cheating on her. He was spotted at the mall with his buddy when he should have been doing lawn work. She wants to know why he was at the mall.
Megan from Meriden thinks her boyfriend is cheating on her. He was spotted at the mall with his buddy when he should have been doing lawn work. She wants to know why he was at the mall.
People don't choose darkness. We are born in darkness and separated from the Light of Christ. People choose to remain in darkness, and this choice is often connected to what they do in darkness. When we choose the Light, we must be willing to expose our works to the Light. For many, this is not an option, and so they remain in the darkness. Join us today at 11 AM as Pastor Russ continues his series in Romans 3:1-20.
This week on CounterSpin: News site Popular Information alerted us to new Social Security Administration policy effectively requiring tens of thousands of recipients, by the agency's own estimation, to travel to a field office to verify their ID. An internal memo predicts the shift will create “service disruption,” “operational strain,” and “budget shortfalls” — unsurprising, given concurrent staffing cuts and field office closures. The inevitable harms will no doubt be declared part of a necessary attempt to purge “fraud” from the system that has disbursed earned benefits to elderly and disabled people for generations. Journalists have choices. They can, as did the Record-Journal of Meriden, Connecticut, report that the cuts derive from repeated claims of fraud from Elon Musk that are “without evidence,” that Trump echoes Musk's “unfounded statements,” and then quote a retiree advocate noting that accusations of loads of dead folks collecting benefits are “baseless,” and put the words “fact sheet” in appropriate irony quotes when describing a missive from the White House. Or you can go the route of the Arizona Republic, and lead with the notion that the interference in Social Security is most importantly part of Musk's “implementing … measures to trim costs throughout the government.” Mention that the actions have “stirred a range of emotions, from cautious hope that the federal government might finally bring its deficit spending under control, to frantic fears that benefit cuts could undermine the financial or health security of millions of Americans” go on to ask, earnestly, “Where does Trump stand on Social Security and other benefits?” and begin with a White House statement “reiterating that the president supports these programs.” In paragraph 19, you might throw in that public polling shows that “most Americans would favor revenue increases rather than benefit cuts to Social Security,” which would include “requiring high-income individuals to pay taxes on more of their earnings.” In short, easily verified facts, along with “most Americans,” can be centered or tangential in your reporting on the drastic, opaque changes aimed at the program that keeps the wolf from the door for millions of people but for Musk/Trump represents yet another pile of money they feel belongs to them and theirs. All that's in the balance are human lives and health, and the ability of working people to plan for our futures. We'll talk about the new, yet also old, attacks on Social Security with Nancy Altman, president of Social Security Works. Plus Janine Jackson takes a quick look at recent media coverage of Mahmoud Khalil, deportations and the FTC. The post Nancy Altman on Social Security Attacks appeared first on KPFA.
Discover 4 powerful secrets to make your marriage thrive in 2025! From digital detoxes to reigniting childhood dreams, learn practical ways to strengthen your relationship. Explore fun date ideas, financial strategies, and tips for personal growth. Whether you're newlyweds or celebrating decades together, these insights will help you create a more fulfilling partnership. Don't miss out on transforming your marriage this year! In this episode of Meriden to Crazy, Snooks and Lovey share their wisdom on taking your relationship to the next level. They discuss the importance of investing in your marriage, from attending conferences to planning unique date nights. Learn how to balance technology use, reconnect with your passions, and appreciate your partner in new ways. The hosts also reveal exciting plans for their upcoming Winter Ball and Marriage Conference, featuring dynamic speakers and relationship-building activities. Get ready to dance, learn, and grow together! Registration Closes January 15, 2025 so get your tickets asap. https://marriedintocrazy.ticketlocity.com/events/94017 Tune in for actionable advice on communication, quality time, and keeping the spark alive in your marriage. Whether you're looking to overcome challenges or simply enhance an already strong bond, this episode offers valuable insights for couples at any stage. #marriageturnaround #couplestherapy #communicationskills #datingadvice #rekindlingromance CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Welcome Back 00:46 - Winter Ball and Marriage Conference 06:36 - 2025 - Year of the Detox 15:22 - Reignite Childhood Dreams 18:19 - Reflecting on Childhood Dreams 21:53 - Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone 23:44 - Shoutout to Little Sis Goodies 25:25 - Shoutout to Steel Curtain Wine Club 26:28 - Encouraging Spouse "Me Time" with a Twist 30:40 - Making It Fun 32:30 - Creating an Action Board 33:36 - Learning to Be Frugal 35:20 - Planning a Mystery Date Night 37:05 - Get Your Winter Ball Tickets 37:40 - Exciting News Coming Soon 38:04 - Closing
Transit-oriented development (TOD) is a key priority for the Connecticut DOT and is vital to revitalizing and strengthening communities. In this episode, we talk with Meriden Mayor Kevin Scarpati to explore the city's remarkable transformation sparked by the new CTrail Hartford Line station. We're also joined by Elise Greenberg, Transit Manager at the Connecticut DOT, who discusses how Meriden's TOD success story serves as a blueprint for other initiatives across the state.
Sarah from Meriden went on a great first date. She and her date went axe-throwing and had a blast.. She hasn't heard from him since and wants to know why she's being ghosted.
Hailey from Meriden thinks her husband is cheating on her. He's been acting strange ever since her kids went back to school. He even missed school pick-up one day. She wants to know if he's cheating.
Hailey from Meriden thinks her husband is cheating on her. He's been acting strange ever since her kids went back to school. He even missed school pick-up one day. She wants to know if he's cheating.
Welcome Back B-oo's Crew! This week we head to Southington, Ct to talk about the Snedeker family haunting that inspired the 2009 movie, The Haunting In Connecticut. The year was 1986 and the Snedekers had fallen on hard times. When thier son Philip got cancer, the family moved closer to the hospital for philips cancer treatment. Little did the family know, the new home would go from a dream, to a nightmare within the first 3 hours. Mental illness, spectral attacks, hallucinations, foul odors, S.A and so much more would plague this family until they left just 2 years later. Get ready B-oo's Crew for the family haunting to end all family hauntings. A story so unbelievable, they had to make a motion picture from the story!Do you have a story you'd like read or played on the show? Are you part of an investigation team that would like to come on and tell your story and experiences? Maybe you have a show suggestion! Email us at fortheboos12@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter @fortheboosAnd on Instagram @forthboos-podcastFollow us Tik Tok @fortheboos_podcastHelp support the show on Patreon for early access ad free shows and an exclusive patreon only podcast!patreon.com/forthboos_podcastYou can also find us on Facebook at For The BoosAnd on YouTube at For The BoosRemember to Follow, Subscribe, and Rate the show...it really does help!For The B-oo's uses strong language and may not be suitable for all audiences, listener discretion is advised!https://linktr.ee/fortheboosSources for this episode: Southington.org, Wikipedia.com, frightfind.com, collider.com, chasingthefrog.com, allthatsinteresting.comAll music and sound effects courtesy of http://www.pixabay.com and freesound.org#paranormal #ghost #haunted #ghosts #paranormalactivity #horror #creepy #paranormalinvestigation #scary #spooky #ghosthunting #spiritual #supernatural #ufo #halloween #spirit #spirits #ghosthunters #podcast #paranormalinvestigator #terror #ghoststories #hauntedhouse #aliens #haunting #alien #supranatural #pengasihan #ghosthunter #ghostadventures
Hey there BCUFam! Last time we were together, we listened to a dynamic message from Bishop Larry Elliott from Meriden Bibleway Church from Meriden, Connecticut. Let's listen to Part 2 of this encouraging message and testimony. After you finish listening, please head down the comments section here, or over to the comments section at www.BlenCouragesU.com so we can continue our conversation! Thanks everyone and God bless you! Yours in faithful service, Blen
Meriden Hills Baptist Church-08.11.2024-Sunday AM Worship Service--Thank you for tuning in with us for our Sunday Morning Service. Learn today about the journey of Christian living as we continue our series in 1 Peter.-We are so glad that you chose to worship and learn with our church community- If you have a question about membership or would like to speak with one of our pastoral staff members, please contact us by filling out this digital connect card card- -https---www.meridenhillsbaptist.org-get-in-touch-
Meriden Hills Baptist Church-08.11.2024-Sunday AM Worship Service--Thank you for tuning in with us for our Sunday Morning Service. Learn today about the journey of Christian living as we continue our series in 1 Peter.-We are so glad that you chose to worship and learn with our church community- If you have a question about membership or would like to speak with one of our pastoral staff members, please contact us by filling out this digital connect card card- -https---www.meridenhillsbaptist.org-get-in-touch-
Meriden Hills Baptist Church08.11.2024Sunday AM Worship ServiceThank you for tuning in with us for our Sunday Morning Service. Learn today about the journey of Christian living as we continue our series in 1 Peter.We are so glad that you chose to worship and learn with our church community! If you have a question about membership or would like to speak with one of our pastoral staff members, please contact us by filling out this digital connect card card: https://www.meridenhillsbaptist.org/get-in-touch/
A man from Meriden was arrested, after it was discovered he lied about having cancer, to take money from multiple women. This was all uncovered by a Facebook group of women, who realized they were dating the same man. Nanacy from Milford called in to admit her daughter was one of the women dating this con man, and that they gave him thousands of dollars to put towards the caterer for their wedding.
Thank you for joining us for our Sunday morning worship service as Pastor Russ preaches a sermon from- 1Peter 5-7---We are so glad that you chose to worship and learn with our church community- If you have a question about membership or would like to speak with one of our pastoral staff members, please contact us by filling out this digital connect card card--https---www.meridenhillsbaptist.org-get-in-touch-
Thank you for joining us for our Sunday morning worship service as Pastor Russ preaches a sermon from- 1Peter 5-7---We are so glad that you chose to worship and learn with our church community- If you have a question about membership or would like to speak with one of our pastoral staff members, please contact us by filling out this digital connect card card--https---www.meridenhillsbaptist.org-get-in-touch-
Ricky from Meriden went on a great first date but hasn't heard from her since. He wants to find out why he's being ghosted.
Thank you for joining us for our Sunday morning worship service as Pastor Russ preaches a sermon from 1Peter 5:7We are so glad that you chose to worship and learn with our church community! If you have a question about membership or would like to speak with one of our pastoral staff members, please contact us by filling out this digital connect card card:https://www.meridenhillsbaptist.org/get-in-touch/
Thank you for joining us for our Sunday Morning Worship Service as Pastor Russ preaches a sermon for Father's Day. --We are so glad that you chose to worship and learn with our church community- If you have a question about membership or would like to speak with one of our pastoral staff members, please contact us by filling out this digital connect card card--https---www.meridenhillsbaptist.org-get-in-touch-
Thank you for joining us for our Sunday Morning Worship Service as Pastor Russ preaches a sermon for Father's Day. --We are so glad that you chose to worship and learn with our church community- If you have a question about membership or would like to speak with one of our pastoral staff members, please contact us by filling out this digital connect card card--https---www.meridenhillsbaptist.org-get-in-touch-
Thank you for joining us for our Sunday Morning Worship Service as Pastor Russ preaches a sermon for Father's Day. We are so glad that you chose to worship and learn with our church community! If you have a question about membership or would like to speak with one of our pastoral staff members, please contact us by filling out this digital connect card card:https://www.meridenhillsbaptist.org/get-in-touch/
Paige from Meriden thinks her new boyfriend is cheating. His best friend is a girl and Paige thinks there's more to it. She wants to know if he's cheating on her.
Paige from Meriden thinks her new boyfriend is cheating. His best friend is a girl and Paige thinks there's more to it. She wants to know if he's cheating on her.
Jimmy went to New York Comic Con (NYCC) last week and got about 12 interviews and 1 press room. Producer Joe even got an interview in! In this episode, you'll hear from some of Jimmy's fellow Filipinos on this here Filipino American History Month. First, Jimmy follows up with his Kwento Comics interviews from SDCC and chats with Meriden Angeles about the new Kickstarter, new publisher and Meriden's acting career. He also talked to Rev Valdez about his adorable children's book BUNSO MEETS A MUMU, Filipino myths and fave foods. Thanks to both! Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening!
In this update episode, Josh and Taylor recap October and look forward to November. Plus, a word (and phone number!) from our Executive Director, Steve Pinkley. October Recap - Senior Saints' Day, Oct 3 - Ladies' Horse Retreat 3, Oct 6-8 - CCCA Fall Fellowship, Oct 9-11 - Started summer staff interviews - Starting work on the Airnasium! - To donate, visit hacamps.org/donate November Preview - Summer camp and retreat registration opens up November 1 - Staff Worship Night, Nov 25 - Giving Tuesday phone-a-thon, Nov 28 - Subscribe to our YouTube channel to participate Recruiting Update - Grace Church in Mason City, Oct 25 - Northwestern College in Orange City, Oct 26 - University of Sioux Falls, Oct 26 - Liberty EFC in Pella, Oct 29 - SALT camp night in Ames, Nov 9 - Calvary University in Kansas City, Nov 13 - Southwest Baptist University in Bolivar, Nov 14 - Meriden EFC in Meriden, Nov 15 - SALT camp night in Cedar Falls, Nov 16 - University of Northwestern in St. Paul, Nov 27 - SALT camp night in Cedar Rapids, Nov 30 Here's the link for our Quick App, as well as the full Staff Application. For more information about Hidden Acres Christian Center, visit hacamps.org, call our office at 515-547-2751, send an email to podcast@hacamps.org, or look us up on social media. Music Credit: Life by Roa https://soundcloud.com/roa_music1031 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hacamps/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hacamps/support
Welcome back to Decoding 40, a hilarious podcast series where three unapologetic Black men dive into and decipher the intricate thoughts and issues of today's mature men. Join Vincent, Alaric, and Leon for an inside look into the unfiltered minds of men, with a drink in hand, of course! This is the podcast that fearlessly explores complex topics.In today's episode Leon, Alaric, and Vincent discuss a wide range of subjects. This week the guys reflect on the unforgettable events of September 11th, sharing their own experiences and discussing the lasting effects on our nation. They question whether the significance of 9/11 has diminished over time and delve into the government's response and subsequent policies that have altered our freedoms.Moving forward, the guys weigh in on the developing story of Michigan State University where head football coach, Mel Tucker, is facing allegations he sexually harassed Brenda Tracy who served as an honorary coach and anti-sexual harassment advocate for the team. A few things don't appear to make sense. Will the university use this as an excuse to avoid paying out the rest of a $95 million contract to Tucker?You'll hear all of this and more in this episode of Decoding 40. P.S. Support our friend Nickimmy Hayes in her campaign to be elected to the Meriden, CT School Board. Send donations to: https://daycampaign.com/Event/NICKIMMY23 Follow her on Instagram @VoteNickimmyYou'll hear all of this and so much more on this episode of Decoding 40.Want to vent? Text or call us at (619) 940-4040.Want to be the Whiskey Warrior of the Week? Send us an email at Decoding40@gmail.com. Want to support the show? Send donations to CashApp at $Decoding40Want to follow us? Find us @decoding40 on all social media platforms.Want to partner with us? Send a message to hello@decoding40pod.com or slide in our DMsWant some merch? Go to decoding40pod.comWant to submit an OpEd for our newsletter NEET? Go to https://bit.ly/Decoding40NEET
In Episode 290 Jeff Belanger and Ray Auger explore the Meeting House Hill region of Meriden, Connecticut, searching for a ghost that made the newspaper back in August of 1895 -- a spooky specter around Booth Pond seen by dozens of locals. Though the reporter at the time seems to think he solved the mystery of the ghost… we found something more. The pond is gone now, but are the ghosts? See more at: https://ournewenglandlegends.com/podcast-290-the-meeting-house-hill-ghost/