Podcasts about state pride

Justin Michael breaks down a 27-17 victory over UTEP in the State Pride uniforms. He talks about what the Rams did well, yet why the game ended up being frustrating for the CSU faithful after watching a 21-point lead turn into a one-score game early in the fourth quarter. He also talks about a lack of identity offensively and why the inability to get the passing offense in rhythm needs to change — regardless of what type of scheme CSU wants to run. An ALLCITY Network ProductionPARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/eventsALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsportsMERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/dnvr-lockerSUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DNVR_SportsEmpire Today: Schedule a free in-home estimate today! All listeners can receive a $350 OFF discount when they use the promo code DNVR. Restrictions apply. See https://empiretoday.com/dnvr for detailsIf you want to learn more about inspiring patient stories from UCHealth, you can head to https://uchealth.org/tomorrow to learn what it means to live like there is a tomorrow.Visit Your Front Range Toyota Stores at a location near you - Toyota is the official vehicle of DNVR.UCHealth wants to help you and other Coloradans be your healthiest selves in the Ready. Set. CO challenge. If you want to join the challenge, go to https://www.uchealth.org/readysetcoGet Coors Light delivered straight to your door with Instacart by going to https://coorslight.com/DNVR. Celebrate Responsibly. Coors Brewing Company, Golden, Colorado. Download the Circle K app and join the Inner Circle or visit https://www.circlek.com/inner-circle! Exclusively for our listeners, Shady Rays is giving out their best deal of the season. Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: DNVR for 35% off polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people.Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code DNVR for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply.Check out FOCO merch and collectibles here https://foco.vegb.net/DNVR and use promo code “DNVR10” for 10% off your order.Rugged Road: Gear up for your next adventure with Rugged Road Coolers - Your ultimate outdoor companion! Head to http://ruggedroadoutdoors.pxf.io/ALLCITY and use code DNVR for 10% off!When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions.Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.

Join us on a journey of regional pride and culinary delight on Destination Celebration. Hosts Marlo Anderson and Latoya Johnson invite you to revel in the spirit of Ohio Day as we explore the rich history, culture, and contributions of the Buckeye State. Additionally, indulge your taste buds on Deviled Eggs Day, savoring the savory delights of this classic dish. Let's celebrate the unique heritage of Ohio and relish the simple yet irresistible joy of deviled eggs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Justin Michael reacts to Saturday's 30-17 loss to No. 19 Air Force. He talks about Troy Calhoun's continued dominance over the Rams and why that program has been the standard for the state over the last decade. He then breaks down the action from Saturday night and dives into the key aspects of the matchup. Justin also talks about the best individual performances from the Rams, the player of the game and more.  An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: http://bit.ly/3D9aqH1  ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsports SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DNVR_Sports WIN MONEY THROUGH SPLASH SPORTS: https://splashsports.com/dnvr  Pick up your Primo Hoagie here: https://ownaprimo.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=testhttps://ownaprimo.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=test Visit https://www.breckenridgedistillery.com/bourbon-of-denver-broncos/ for your chance to win Breckenridge Distillery prizes AND Broncos tickets!! Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code DNVR for $20 off your first purchase. AG1 is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Just visit https://drinkAG1.com/RAMS  Use Code: DNVR for 50% off 2 or more pairs of polarized sunglasses at https://ShadyRays.com  Check out FOCO merch and collectibles here https://foco.vegb.net/DNVR and use promo code “DNVR” for 10% off your order. Download the DROPS by SoleSavy app at https://links.solesavy.com/dnvr Go to https://saturdayneon.com and use code DNVR for 10% off your order today.  Find the nearest Avalanche Amber Ale near you at https://www.breckbrew.com/brew-finder/  Check out https://pinsandaces.com and use code DNVR to receive 15% off your first order and get free shipping. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kari Beth and Derek Chitwood are the owners of Peach State Pride, a clothing brand that is sold in nearly 100 stores across the State of Georgia and Empire South, a brick and mortar clothing store with locations in Athens, Watkinsville, Lake Oconee, and Hartwell. Derek is a graduate of Georgia College and currently serves as Vice Chair of its Foundation Board. Kari is a graduate of Georgia Tech and serves on nonprofit boards for Bethel Haven and Extra Special People. Derek and Kari reside in Greensboro, GA, with their 3 children (ages 4 and under!) where they are renovating a circa 1900 historic home.  You can find them on Instagram at @peachstatepride and @shopempiresouth Follow Ben on Twitter @benburnett and on instagram @thebenburnettshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Starting Linebacker and former 1st round draft pick Jamin Davis talks about his big time play in Atlanta, how NASCAR helps him on the football field, and how being the child of a military family impacts him as a man.  Host: Bryan Colbert Jr. Guest: Jamin Davis Producer: Jason JohnsonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Georgia is the definition of diversity. Georgia has mountains, farmlands, and beach towns. Georgia has big cities, bustling suburbs, and small communities.  And Georgia is full of people of all colors, creeds, and backgrounds.  Is it possible to unite all of this diversity under one symbol?  That is exactly what Peach State Pride has set out to do. 

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There's so much competition in business today, but if you're authentic and people see that you're not in for a money grab, people gravitate toward your brand. That's how State Forty Eight has been leveraging its genuine love for Arizona to build a multi-million dollars fashion brand. It's a story you don't want to miss. Listen to the conversation as Mike Spangenberg, the CEO & Co-Founder of State Forty Eight, discusses how leveraging Arizona Pride has helped his clothing brand startup to early success. Show NotesConnect With: Mike Spangenberg: Website // LinkedIn The Rebrand Podcast: Email // LinkedIn // TwitterI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Southern vs Grambling has the feel of a big time game because of just how hot both of these teams have been this year. There have been points where both the Tigers and Jaguars could claim to be the hottest or best team in the conference. My key in this game is the 3 point shooting of Southern. That could be deadly for Grambling who hasn't had much luck defending the perimeter this year. We also take a look at the best quotes from North Carolina A&T's introductory press conference for Vincent Brown. He talks about why he chose the job and adjustments the team needs to make going into the CAA. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at Linkedin.com/lockedoncollege Terms and conditions apply. Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Southern vs Grambling has the feel of a big time game because of just how hot both of these teams have been this year. There have been points where both the Tigers and Jaguars could claim to be the hottest or best team in the conference. My key in this game is the 3 point shooting of Southern. That could be deadly for Grambling who hasn't had much luck defending the perimeter this year.We also take a look at the best quotes from North Carolina A&T's introductory press conference for Vincent Brown. He talks about why he chose the job and adjustments the team needs to make going into the CAA.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!LinkedInLinkedIn jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at Linkedin.com/lockedoncollege Terms and conditions apply.Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order.BetOnlineBetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There's so much competition in business today, but if you're authentic and people see that you're not in for a money grab, people gravitate toward your brand. That's how State Forty Eight has been leveraging its genuine love for Arizona to build a multi-million dollars fashion brand. It's a story you don't want to miss. Listen to the conversation as Mike Spangenberg, the CEO & Co-Founder of State Forty Eight, discusses how leveraging Arizona Pride has helped his clothing brand startup to early success. Show NotesConnect With: Mike Spangenberg: Website // LinkedIn The Rebrand Podcast: Email // LinkedIn // TwitterI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“Local Matters” brings you incredible stories about Indiana Owned businesses making a positive impact in Indiana and the entrepreneurs leading the way. On this episode, Indiana Owned co-founder Mel McMahon chats with Martha Latta, the owner of Stomping Ground, creator and printer of the Sunday Afternoon Housewife brand of State Pride and Social Justice tee shirts, and Co-Executive director of Lanterns Foundation, Inc., the non-profit which organizes the annual Feast of Lanterns Festival. They chat about organically starting a business versus having everything planned out, the one practice that is sure to put you out of business, and the positive returns of investing in your community. Learn more about our member Stomping Ground at https://www.stompinggroundindy.com/. Thanks for listening! Subscribeto this podcast for a new episode every Friday! #supportlocal Thank you forlistening to “Local Matters” made possible by IndianaOwned and Indiana Gifts. It's an honorto bring you incredible stories about Indiana Owned businesses making apositive impact in Indiana and the entrepreneurs leading the way. Learn moreabout why local matters, find local now, and become a member at IndianaOwned.com. Use this linkto visit Indiana Gifts and receive 10% off at check out as a thank you forlistening! https://indiana.gifts/discount/WISH22   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

FIRST Episode! Happy April Fool's Day... on this first episode we discuss great pranks in April Fool's Day history, State Pride, Sweet Southern Sayings, and some stupid laws that exist still today in the States.

scott runs through a week of K-State sports which had a high, but mainly lows. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

scott runs through a week of K-State sports which had a high, but mainly lows. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

James Rapien of Sports Illustrated covers the Bengals. Is there state pride between Cleveland fans and Cincinnati fans? What has led to the Bengals getting this far in the playoffs? How has Joe Burrow been put in position to succeed? Listen to The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima weekday mornings 6-10am on Sports Radio 92.3 The Fan and the Audacy App!

As we continue to celebrate June Dairy Month here in Tennessee, we reflect on just how important supporting local dairies and creameries are to local Tennessee producers, as well as the key role the dairy industry plays in the state's economy. The post A Glass of State Pride appeared first on Tennessee Farm Bureau.

As we continue to celebrate June Dairy Month here in Tennessee, we reflect on just how important supporting local dairies and creameries are to local Tennessee producers, as well as the key role the dairy industry plays in the state’s economy. The post A Glass of State Pride appeared first on Tennessee Farm Bureau.

It's the Battle of the Hudson this week as Dutch and The Cool Breeze make the case for the best movies made in or about their home states of New York and New Jersey. Please follow us on twitter at @DefendYourMovie and give us a review!

Justin Michael goes over the history of CSU Football uniforms with Eric Wedum. Wedum, who is in charge of all the design efforts for DNVR and has been an industry professional for two decades, explains why simple is usually better and why Under Armour is trying too hard with the Rams' current threads. Later in the episode, Eric gives his controversial opinion on CSU's infamous State Pride uniforms.

Tae Wiggs and Marc Sr. talk about the OBJ trade rumors. The ridiculous fan/hate mail Penn State wide receiver Jonathan Sutherland received after a victory from an Penn Alum. Give our thoughts on who would be surprise teams early in the NBA season as well as players we thought would blow up in the NBA but didn't for whatever reasons. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/afterhoursfromthemancave/support

I was appalled that anyone would lump our great state in with the likes of Maine and Alaska, but here we are. Today, I take on a fairly ridiculous debate that was waged on Twitter about Texas and its standing as the most prideful state.

Chris and Ross talk about the Sally Goldenberg tweet and the response it has elicited, they discuss which quadrant of the state of Iowa is the best and taken a number of calls on state pride among other things on the topic

On this CEO Exclusive, we talk with Kari and Derek Chitwood with Peach State Pride about confronting the issues surrounding the Amazonization of retail, the disruption of different parts of the supply chain and how to compete in this new online world. Started in 2009, Peach State Pride stems from a love of Georgia s history, […] The post Kari and Derek Chitwood with Peach State Pride appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

We kick off this podcast by celebrating what Michael Gallup was able to accomplish at the Senior Bowl last week. Gallup helped himself immensely by practicing and then playing well  in Mobile, Alabama. We look at where Gallup could go in the NFL Draft, and also where guys like Nick Stevens, Dalyn Dawkins, Jake Bennett and Zack Golditch could go, too.Then, it’s recruiting season, so we dive into two new commits for Colorado State football. Here’s a hint: They’re both on the defensive side of the ball. Which, Mike Bobo has been intelligent to load up on considering how deficient they’ve been on defense the last few years.We then move onto Dennis Dodd’s great reporting on the new, proposed transfer rule which is very interesting and should be implemented, in my opinion. What would it mean for a school like CSU? We discuss it all with some great comments from fans on Twitter.Finally, CSU men’s basketball is struggling mightily currently, losing four straight. They’re set to host Wyoming with their new State Pride jerseys Wednesday night and we give a quick preview of that game.

We kick off this version of your CSU Rams cast with recruiting news from Monday. Multiple players tweeted out they have either committed to Colorado State or decommitted from another school, meaning they could become Rams soon. Who are those young men and what would they mean to the football team in 2018?Then, we talk "Three things to know" about CSU men's basketball's loss to UNLV. Hint: Nico Carvacho is playing out of his mind lately, finally finding a groove on the court.The second half of our podcast features an interview with Jimmy Hyams of UNML in Knoxville, Tennessee. Hyams had the chance to cover John Jancek -- CSU's new defensive coordinator -- while at Tennessee in 2013-15. Lots of great information about Jancek the coach in that interview. Then, we have a few more CSU-related notes, like the new State Pride jerseys for hoops which are featured in the photo for this piece, and why some in Wyoming are jealous of the Rams' brilliant branding.

This week, immigrants facing domestic violence take a chance applying for a special visa. Plus, we take a nervous look at Vermont’s outdated flood maps, and a new study that finds New England is losing forestland fast. Also, how does geology influence human behavior? We go WAY back into the history of our region to find out. And it’s time once again for The Big E – the massive agricultural fair that ties together the New England states. We’ll give you a taste. The Pawtuckaway Mountains in Southeastern New Hampshire are the remnant of an extinct volcano. “Blobs” of granite, formed from magma, created the rock formations that characterize much of New Hampshire’s topography. Image via USGS, 1957. Choosing Between Safety and Deportation Immigrants living in New England illegally have reason to be on edge. President Trump’s enhanced enforcement priorities are leading to increased arrests. And reports of federal immigration agents showing up at schools and courts are heightening fears among people in the country without authorization. But what happens when that fear is used as a weapon? This episode, reporter Shannon Dooling tells us how immigration status is used to torment and intimidate — and why more people may be looking for a way out. Some immigrants living here without authorization who’ve been victims of crime in the U.S. may be eligible for a U visa. The application process and lengthy wait time used to be a deterrent, but that appears to be changing under the Trump administration. Here, immigration lawyer Susan Roses, left, reviews documents and with Antonia concerning her U-visa filing. Photo by Jesse Costa via WBUR. And as Hurricanes rip through Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Texas, and Florida, the impacts are felt in New England, too. Not just in the high winds and surf we saw from Hurricane Jose along the coastline, but in the way we think about risks from those storms. Right now, the National Flood Insurance Program is $25 billion in debt, and Congress is trying to figure out how to make it work. But even before the funding crisis, the national program was not addressing the flood risks in many states, including Vermont. Vermont Public Radio’s Howard Weiss-Tisman reports that some of the ideas under discussion could have real impacts here. Department of Environmental Conservation floodplain manager Ned Swanberg points to areas in a map of Jamaica that are prone to flooding. Many of the FEMA flood maps in Vermont are outdated and don’t accurately convey the true threat of catastrophic floods. Credit Howard Weiss-Tisman. Also, one of the ways to prevent flooding is by planting trees – a study in the UK last year showed that planting trees could reduce the height of flooding in by up to 20 percent. But another study, just out from Harvard, shows that New England is losing trees at a rapid rate. The authors say our region is losing forest at a rate of 65 acres a day, and could lose more than a million acres of forest cover over the next half-century. Maine Public Radio’s Fred Bever reports. Bedrock and Politics in New Hampshire and Vermont Listeners to Brave Little State – the people-powered podcast from Vermont Public Radio – have a knack for curiosity. Visitors to VPR's website vote on their favorite listener-submitted questions about Vermont – sending reporters scampering across the Green Mountain State in search of answers. When we heard the question they took on for this month's episode, we knew we had to discuss it on NEXT. Matt “Beagle” Bourgault, of Hinesburg, Vermont, asked: “What does the geology have to do with the character of Vermont? How do the underlying, rocks, soils, topography affect how Vermont is different from other New England states and from New York?” Our guest Angela Evancie is the host of Brave Little State and managing editor for podcasts at Vermont Public Radio.  Also joining us is Sam Evans-Brown, host of Outside/In, a podcast from New Hampshire Public Radio about the outside world and how we use it. Sam's also a self-professed “secret geology nerd.” (The secret’s out now, Sam.) This bedrock geologic map shows the folded bedrock that creates Vermont’s long north-south valleys, as well as some blobs of bedrock in the Northeast Kingdom.Courtesy of the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation / Agency of Natural Resources. Do you have a question you’d like NEXT to investigate? Submit it here. Pleasure Horses, Lobster Rolls, and State Pride at The Big E Rider Jillian Silva introduces her horse, Indy, to the camera after winning a park horse competition. Credit: Ryan King/ WNPR. The Eastern States Exposition – better known as The Big E – is a massive fair that runs for two weeks in the fall in West Springfield, Massachusetts. This is The Big E's 101st year. The exposition was the brainchild of Joshua L. Brooks, a printer from Springfield, who also operated a farm. At the time, even as industry was booming in New England, farming was in decline – local farmers couldn't compete with the farms out in the fertile land of the Midwest. Pig racing at The Big E. Credit: Ryan King/ WNPR. Brooks’s idea was to start an event that would showcase new farming methods and technology, and establish competitive awards that would motivate farmers to produce more efficiently. Brooks got a group of businessmen together, they purchased some land in Springfield. And they convinced the National Dairy Association, which was headquartered in Chicago, to have their exhibition here instead of the Midwest. The dairy show was held in September 1916, and by the next year, Brooks had the agricultural showcase that he envisioned. A woman selling lobster rolls in the Maine building says Maine lobster rolls are better than the Connecticut kind. Host John Dankosky disagrees. Credit: Ryan King/WNPR. Today, The Big E features many attractions familiar to country fairs. There are still livestock competitions, and of course, lots of greasy fair food. But it's also a uniquely pan-New England event. On the grounds, six permanent buildings showcase the goods, cuisines, attractions and quirks of each state in our region. As a show about New England, the state buildings were what drew us to the fair last year, and they did not disappoint. There was so much to see and do at The Big E, we couldn’t possibly take it all in. For a taste, check out this video by the wonderful Ryan Caron King. About NEXT NEXT is produced at WNPR. Host: John Dankosky Producer: Andrea Muraskin Executive Producer: Catie Talarski Contributors to this episode: Shannon Dooling, Howard Weiss-Tisman, Fred Bever, Angela Evancie, Sam Evans-Brown Music: Todd Merrell, “New England” by Goodnight Blue Moon, “Shameless” by Ani DiFranco Get all the NEXT episodes. We appreciate your feedback! Send praise, critique, suggestions, questions, story leads, and ideas for your state’s new motto to next@wnpr.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sergeant Lakeisha Phelps and colleagues at the Nashua, NH police department participate in an ice-bucket challenge to raise awareness for ALS, in August, 2014. Phelps is one of two black police officers in a force of 170. (Credit: Dean Shalhoup/ Nashua Telegraph) This week, we bring you more stories about policing and race in four New England states. The top court in Massachusetts has ruled that fleeing from police might be legal as well as in the best interests of black men in Boston. Bridgeport, Connecticut looks to remake its police force more in the image of its population. And in Nashua, New Hampshire, a black officer deals with her own feelings about police shootings; and a young Latino man, who used to be in a Providence gang, befriends a white city police officer. We also travel to The Big E, a massive agricultural fair that draws people from all over the region to argue over what kind of lobster roll is the best. Plus, our favorite science reporter refreshes us on the science behind fall foliage. “They Look Like You, They Talk Like You” When Jimmy Warren was approached by Boston police officers on the street in December, 2011, he ran. Later, he was arrested and searched. Warren had no contraband on him, but police found an unlicensed gun in a nearby yard. Warren was charged with unlawful possession of a firearm, and convicted. But last week, the highest court in Massachusetts overturned the conviction. The justices said Warren running from the police should not have been used as a basis for suspicion, citing reports by the Boston Police Department and the ACLU of Massachusetts that found a pattern of discrimination against black men by the force. WBUR digital reporter Zeninjor Enwemeka has been covering the ruling – which she says has broader implications – and joins us on NEXT. Cadets from the Bridgeport, Connecticut police academy practice for their graduation ceremony, earlier this month. (Credit: Jeff Cohen/ WNPR) In Bridgeport, Connecticut, where more than 60 percent of residents identify as black or Hispanic, the city is making an effort to enroll new officers who live in town. It’s an attempt to make a police force that looks more like the city it serves. We’re joined again by WNPR reporter Jeff Cohen, who covers race and policing in Connecticut. (If you missed our first segment with Jeff on race-based traffic stops, be sure to check it out here.) “I Stick Out Like A Sore Thumb” In Episode 5, reporter Emily Corwin of New Hampshire Public Radio brought us her investigation into the criminal justice system in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire. It's the state's most populous and most diverse county in what is an overwhelmingly white state. She found that blacks are six times more likely to be in jail than whites. There's a disparity in the police force, too. In the city of Nashua, there are only two black officers in a police force of 170. This week, Emily introduces us to one of those officers, Sergeant Lakeisha Phelps. Jose Jose Rodriguez (L) stands with Providence Police Officer Dean Isabella. (Credit: John Bender: RIPR) Dean Isabella and Jose Rodriguez grew up on the western edge of Providence, several decades apart. The area has long dealt with high crime rates. Isabella now works there as a city police officer. That's how he met Rodriguez, a teenager in the neighborhood who was also an active gang member. Years later, their paths crossed again when Rodriguez began working to stop gang violence with the Institute for the Study and Practice of Non-Violence. Isabella and Rodriguez describe how a kid from the neighborhood and a cop became close friends as part of Rhode Island Public Radio’s series “Speaking Across Difference.” Pleasure Horses, Lobster Rolls, and State Pride at The Big E Rider Jillian Silva introduces her horse, Indy, to the camera after winning a park horse competition. (Credit: Ryan King/ WNPR) The Eastern States Exposition – better known as The Big E – is a massive fair that runs for two weeks in the fall in West Springfield, Massachusetts. This is The Big E's centennial year. The exposition was the brainchild of Joshua L. Brooks, a printer from Springfield, who also operated a farm. At the time, even as industry was booming in New England, farming was in decline – local farmers couldn't compete with the farms out in the fertile land of the Midwest. Pig racing at The Big E. (Credit: Ryan King/ WNPR) Brooks’s idea was to start an event that would showcase new farming methods and technology, and establish competitive awards that would motivate farmers to produce more efficiently. Brooks got a group of businessmen together, they purchased some land in Springfield. And they convinced the National Dairy Association, which was headquartered in Chicago, to have their exhibition here instead of the Midwest. The dairy show was held in September 1916, and by the next year, Brooks had the agricultural showcase that he envisioned. A woman selling lobster rolls in the Maine building says Maine lobster rolls are better than the Connecticut kind. Host John Dankosky disagrees. (Credit: Ryan King/WNPR) Today, The Big E features many attractions familiar to country fairs. There are still livestock competitions, and of course, lots of greasy fair food. But it's also a uniquely pan-New England event. On the grounds, six permanent buildings showcase the goods, cuisines, attractions and quirks of each state in our region. As a show about New England, the state buildings were what drew us to the fair — and they did not disappoint. There was so much to see and do at The Big E, we couldn’t possibly take it all in. For a preview, check out this video by the wonderful Ryan Caron King. About NEXT NEXT is produced at WNPR. Host: John Dankosky Producer: Andrea Muraskin Executive Producer: Catie Talarski Digital Content Manager/Editor: Heather Brandon Contributors to this episode: Jeff Cohen, Patrick Skahill Music: Todd Merrell, “New England” by Goodnight Blue Moon Get all the NEXT episodes. We appreciate your feedback! Send praise, critique, suggestions, questions, story leads, and ideas for your state’s new motto to next@wnpr.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The return of two of your favorite BS segments, Rapid Fire Cast!™ and the BS Random Question Game Show©. Do you have an opinion on burial because we do. Also, do you have State Pride and what would you do if you had all the moneys? Download  Welcome to Bored Shenanigans.      Welcome to Episode 35: […]