Podcast appearances and mentions of tom duggan

Tom Duggan joins Jeff to talk about the weaponization against the First Amendment and how he was able to shine a light on faux allegations.

Closing out the show Jeff gives an education on what a "work" is and then chats with his old friend Tom Duggan.

So it's the end of the week... ALREADY?... Anywho... Jeff celebrates the close of the week while hangin' out with Dr. Dave Brat, Nolan Heiter, Stan Andrewski and Tom Duggan on this SELF HIGH FIVE FRI-YAY Edition of The Jeff Katz Show!

5-29-25 Explosive and contrary to the national narrative this interview has Democrats in Massachusetts beside themselves! Valley Patriot publisher  Tom Duggan interviewed the mayor of Lawrence, Massachusetts about the daily ICE raids in his city where dozens of illegal alien criminals are rounded up daily and deported. DePena, a democrat, says he CHEERS when Ice raids his city and that "everyone" in the community is happy! Lawrence is 80% Latino with the vast majority of the population being Dominican, first generation Americans. 

Today Tom talked about what happened at the Valley Patriot BASH, corruption at the Massachusetts State House, illegal aliens, Lawrence City Attorneys Tim Houten and Kevin Foley are purposely concealing public records, and MORE!  

Today, on a special re-run double episode of Paying Attention former state rep Lenny Mirra is going to interview Tom on this latest court case that has had him gagged for past months. He's been attacked, sued, slandered, arrested, and NOW Tom Duggan has won yet ANOTHER Court battle in his defense of the FIRST AMENDMENT! Tom Duggan is ready to reveal EXACTLY what happened.  Why did Lawrence Homeless Coordinator Kelly Birchall Frazier take Tom to court so many times to stop him from exposing her?? What has she been doing in Lawrence City Hall on YOUR DIME?   Follow Tom and The Valley Patriot on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmOQIeRxnrkI0iiH-ZEfYw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValleyPatriot Public Celebrity Page: https://www.facebook.com/tomdugganJr/?ref=page_internal Podbean: https://payingattention.podbean.com/   #LocalPolitics #Tomduggan #TheValleyPatriot #MerrimackValley #UnitedPodcastNetwork #Studio21PodcastCafe

Today, on a special double episode of Paying Attention former state rep Lenny Mirra is going to interview Tom on this latest court case that has had him gagged for past months. He's been attacked, sued, slandered, arrested, and NOW Tom Duggan has won yet ANOTHER Court battle in his defense of the FIRST AMENDMENT!  Tom Duggan is ready to reveal EXACTLY what happened.  Why did Lawrence Homeless Coordinator Kelly Birchall Frazier take Tom to court so many times to stop him from exposing her?? What has she been doing in Lawrence City Hall on YOUR DIME?    Follow Tom and The Valley Patriot on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmOQIeRxnrkI0iiH-ZEfYw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValleyPatriot Public Celebrity Page: https://www.facebook.com/tomdugganJr/?ref=page_internal Podbean: https://payingattention.podbean.com/   #LocalPolitics #Tomduggan #TheValleyPatriot #MerrimackValley #UnitedPodcastNetwork #Studio21PodcastCafe    

Today is Turkey Day, and Tom is talking about the favorite Thanksgiving activity…….EATING!!    I   n this re-run episode Tom is keeping things light and is talking about local restaurants. As someone that frequents local restaurants, and a bit of a foodie Tom gives a shout out to some of his Favorite Local Spots and in true Tom Duggan fashion he also calls out a few restaurants that need to step up their game. Follow Tom and The Valley Patriot on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmOQIeRxnrkI0iiH-ZEfYw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValleyPatriot Public Celebrity Page: https://www.facebook.com/tomdugganJr/?ref=page_internal Podbean: https://payingattention.podbean.com/ #LocalPolitics #TheValleyPatriot #MerrimackValley #UnitedPodcastNetwork #Studio21PodcastCafe

Today Tom is keeping things light and is going to be talking about restaurants. He is giving a shout out to some of his favorite local restaurants and in true Tom Duggan fashion he is also calling out a few restaurants that need to step up their game.   Follow Tom and The Valley Patriot on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmOQIeRxnrkI0iiH-ZEfYw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValleyPatriot Public Celebrity Page: https://www.facebook.com/tomdugganJr/?ref=page_internal Podbean: https://payingattention.podbean.com/     #LocalPolitics #TheValleyPatriot #MerrimackValley #UnitedPodcastNetwork #Studio21PodcastCafe   Follow Tom and The Valley Patriot on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmOQIeRxnrkI0iiH-ZEfYw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValleyPatriot Public Celebrity Page: https://www.facebook.com/tomdugganJr/?ref=page_internal Podbean: https://payingattention.podbean.com/   #LocalPolitics #TheValleyPatriot #MerrimackValley #UnitedPodcastNetwork #Studio21PodcastCafe

Director Howard Koch brings us FRANKENSTEIN 1970, confusingly released in 1958! Boris Karloff returns to the story that turned him into a star -- but this time, as the titular doctor! The film also stars Tom Duggan, Jana Lund, Don Barry, Charlotte Austin, Mike Lane and Rudolph Anders. Context setting 00:00; Synopsis 25:53; Discussion 43:48; Ranking 1:04:34

Jim discusses an Allied Artists cult classic from 1958, "Frankenstein 1970," starring Boris Karloff, Jana Lund, Charlotte Austin, Don "Red" Barry, Tom Duggan, Rudolph Anders and Mike Lane. A film crew shooting a movie about the original Dr. Frankenstein in the castle inhabited by his great-great grandson experiences some strange happenings - people are mysteriously disappearing. And just what is Baron von Frankenstein working on in his secret lab? Find out on this week's episode of "Monster Attack!"

This week, Tom Duggan sits down with Lisa Williams, AFC Urgent Care Methuen, to talk about the covid-19 vaccination and the current state of testing. Lisa answers questions from Tom about the cost of the vaccine, the side effects of the vaccine, and how effective the vaccine is for the new strain. To register for your covid test, visit: https://afcurgentcaremethuen.com For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan is joined by Richard Lawrence, author of "Light, Bright, Damn Near White: Stories and Reflections of a Multi-Racial Black Man's Battles with Racism in America." Tom and Richard discuss the recent racial issues in America, Richard's experiences with Dr. Martin Luther King, and what we can do now to solve this issues. Richard's book can be found on amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Light-Bright-Damn-Near-White/dp/0991155467/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1Q8QYRLHDZBAL&dchild=1&keywords=light+bright+damn+near+white&qid=1611262190&sprefix=light+bright+damn+near+%2Caps%2C158&sr=8-2 For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan is joined by the President of the Chamber of Commerce for the Merrimack Valley, Joe Bevilacqua. Tom and Joe discuss how the Chamber of Commerce in the Merrimack Valley is helping small businesses and how future small business owners can get their start in the valley. For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan is joined by Methuen Mayor Neil Perry. Tom and Neil discuss the events that enfolded in Washington DC, the Inspector General's report on the Police Superiors contract, the latest involving the city council, and how the city will approach spending in the new year. For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan is joined by David Falcone COO Mass State Lottery. Tom and David discuss the lottery headquarters being moved to Lawrence and how that will greatly impact the community. For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan is joined by Matt McLennan, from McLennan & Company Real Estate. Tom and Matt discuss how covid and the election is impacting the Real Estate market in the Merrimack Valley. Tom is also joined by Mark Roberge from the band Prospect Hill. Tom and Mark talk about Red 13 Creative and the amazing studio they built in Lawrence. For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan is joined by Methuen Mayor Neil Perry. Tom and Neil discuss the current issues going on in Methuen and how the city is planning on handling ongoing issues such as covid. For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan is joined by Jason and Randy from Clear Path for Veterans New England. Tom, Jason, and Randy discuss the challenges helping Vets in the Merrimack Valley.   For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan discusses the ongoing election process, why we need to let the process continue, how we as a country should accept the results when all is said and done, and why the media continues to lie to you. Tom also brings on Lisa Williams, AFC Urgent Care, to talk about their ongoing fight against covid. For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan is joined by Methuen Mayor Neil Perry. Tom and Neil discuss the recent chaos during city council meetings and some of the issues that matter most to the residents of Methuen. For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan discusses some of things voters need to know before they cast their ballots. Tom is also joined by Kane, the newest member of the Valley Patriot team.For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan is joined by Rep Christina Minicucci (14th Essex District), Rep Lenny Mirra (2nd Essex District), and Jeff Dufour (Candidate 18th Essex District). Tom and the Reps discuss the policies that should matter the most to Massachusetts residents.For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan welcomes Mayor Neil Perry of Methuen. Neil reveals his intentions for the upcoming election. Tom and Neil discuss the recent uptick in covid cases in the city, plans for the holiday season in the city, and many more topics that concern the residents of Methuen. All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan is joined by State Rep Lenny Mirra to talk about his re-election campaign, what is currently at stake in Mass, what needs to get done in the state, and what he hopes to accomplish. To donate to Lenny Mirra's campaign please go to LennyMirra.com All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan is joined by Donna and Jason from Clear Path NE, to talk about their work helping veterans. Please support this wonderful organization by donating some time, money, clothes, or food. Clearpathne.org Email: info@clearpathne.org Call: 978-384-8800 All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan sends a message to the Methuen Council about their practices of petty personal politics. Tom also looks at the latest police shooting and why people need to stop thinking with their emotions instead of their brain. All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

This week, Tom Duggan is joined by Methuen Mayor Neil Perry. Tom and Neil talk about the issues in Methuen that need to be addressed. All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan is joined by Joe Silverio, 4 Star Lighting and Electric, and Ryan DiZoglio, Methuen School Committee, to talk about the latest policy for the teachers, the ongoing rights across the country, and why the police should be defending the 1st amendment. All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan talks about his experience with an Antifa jerk at a Pro Police Rally. Tom also discusses the dumbest questions that the media ask President Trump. Tom is also joined by Brett Ruhmann to talk about the Andy Puglisi cold case. Tom and Brett look at the evidence that hasn't been told to the public. All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan is joined by Methuen City Council Member Nick DiZoglio. Tom and Nick discussed everything you need to know about what is going on with the city council, school openings, budget, secret sessions. All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan presents the annual Valley Patriot Bash Scholarship Awards live on the show. Typically this event is held in person but this year, due to covid, we had to present the awards ceremony on the show.   All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan is joined Mayor Neil Perry and the owner of Four Star Lighting, Joe Silverio, to discuss the budgetary situation in Methuen, the potential return to schools for kids, and the business impact of covid on Methuen.   All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan is joined by Methuen Mayor Neil Perry to discuss the current friction between his office and the city council. Methuen School Board members Jana Zanni Pesce and Ryan DiZolglio are also on the show to chat about the plans for the resumption of school in the fall.   All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan is joined by Methuen Police Chief Solomon, North Andover Police Chief Gray, and Lawrence Police Chief Vasque. Tom and the chiefs discuss the current state of policing in their communities and across the country. The chiefs also talk about why we need open lines of communication than ever before, the limits on Police Chiefs to control their stations, and how much training actually occurs for police officers. All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan is joined by Joe Silverio, owner of Four Star Lighting, and Ryan Dizoglio, Methuen school board committee member. Our host Tom Duggan of the Valley Patriot discusses: How has covid impacted Joe’s business? Has the current civil unrest had an impact on the business? Visit the website at fourstarlighting.net or call 978-631-0036 Tom discusses the latest news surrounding the Methuen police contract Tom and Ryan talk about the financials surrounding Methuen schools Why did the town ask for certain pay freezes? Tom shares his thoughts on how the police are being treated How do you prove incidents are racist in nature? What is Ryan doing with SRO’s? Has Joe thought about leaving Methuen? All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Our host Tom Duggan of the Valley Patriot discusses: Santiago details his families struggle to immigrate legally Tom and Santiago discuss glorifying rap culture Lawrence is unique because the cops grew up there This is not a race issue, it is an education issue Playing the race card is the easy way out The reverse racism in this country needs to stop Instead of blaming the police, let us look hard a public education Where are the local leaders on this? What would an ideal Lawrence look like for Santiago? Does White Privilege actually exist? The home is where this change needs to start Should we stop talking about race to combat this issue? All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan welcomes Mayor Neil Perry of Methuen Our host Tom Duggan of the Valley Patriot discusses: Mayor Perry had a contentious city council meeting Mayor Perry doesn’t mind conflict in the meetings What is the Mayor’s response to those who attack his integrity? Why we need to have conversations about issues? Governor Charlie Baker has lost fans during the pandemic Residents need to understand how the police department is managed Understanding the Mayor’s responsibilities How will Methuen handle Phase 2? How will Methuen continue to handle covid-19 cases? What is on the Mayor’s agenda for the remainder of his term? All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan welcomes Dave, owner of 2 Guys Smoke Shop, to the show to talk about how the lies from the gov’t and MSM have helped destroy the economy. Our host Tom Duggan of the Valley Patriot discusses: Tom looks at the misinformation from the “experts” Tom actually thinks Cuomo said something smart for once Tom and Dave discuss how small businesses have been affected Will the economy rebound? Did President Trump do the right thing shutting down the country for a time? How would Obama have dealt with this issue? People need to think for themselves and use common sense It’s time for you to support your local businesses All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan welcomes Mayor Neil Perry of Methuen Our host Tom Duggan of the Valley Patriot discusses: The Newspaper business is hurting right now, and Tom needs our help Mayor Perry using social media to make sure the townsfolk in Methuen are up to date Mayor Perry welcomes reasonable disagreements Tom and the Mayor disagree but remain friends because of respect Lisa and AFC Urgent Care are now offering anti-body testing Tom thanks the true heroes of this country, the front-line medical professionals Mayor Perry spends most of his day dealing with covid-19 issues Mayor Perry details his relationship with the councilmembers All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan welcomes Lisa Williams from AFC Urgent Care to the show to talk about what AFC Urgent Care is doing to help the citizens. Tom is also very concerned about how certain politicians are handling the covid-19 situation by instilling more fear in the minds of their citizens. Our host Tom Duggan of the Valley Patriot discusses: Tom has updated covid-19 numbersWhy we need to reopen the country againTom is frustrated with governors punishing citizens who are social distancingLisa and Tom couldn't disagree moreHaverhill is handling this situation correctly while surrounding towns are still screwing upLisa and Tom discuss anti-body testingLisa is seeing a 25 percent positive testingTom demands we keep Mayor Neil Perry safeHow is AFC Urgent Care prioritizing essential workers?Tom can't help but laugh at the most recent Methuen City Council Meeting All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan welcomes Lisa Williams of AFC Urgent Care back to the show. Tom and Lisa discuss how AFC Urgent Care is handling testing for residents of Methuen and the surrounding communities. Our host Tom Duggan of the Valley Patriot discusses: Tom opens the show with some breaking news about Methuen Tom is frustrated with the city council for sitting on their hands Tom hails the Methuen police officers for using social media to inform the public Tom declares “war” North Andover makes a stunning reversal on their voting policies Tom shares the latest covid-19 statistics Lisa has a bone to pick with Tom about his stance on teachers Lisa challenges Tom to save the children Lisa details how AFC Urgent Care is handling their abilities to test the public Lisa is blown away by how her staff has been handling all their patients What are the challenges AFC Urgent Care is facing trying to acquire the PPE? Lisa isn’t convinced Massachusetts has experienced the peak yet What do we know about the new covid-19 test? How are medical professionals handling their patients? How does the test reporting work? Can non-coronavirus patients still go to AFC Urgent Care? All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan welcomes Methuen Mayor Neil Perry to Paying Attention. Neil talks about how Methuen is dealing with the covid-19 pandemic. Lisa Williams from AFC Urgent Care also joins the show to talk about what AFC Urgent Care is doing to help the citizens. Our host Tom Duggan of the Valley Patriot discusses: Tom and Mayor Perry debate the covid-19 math Is the media making this situation worse than it is? Tom is one of the most vulnerable to this virus What is AFC Urgent Care doing to help with testing? How does the curbside screening work? What happens when public servants must quarantine? How are firefighters, police officers, and ambulance drivers protecting themselves? How is Methuen trying to keep citizens safe? How do cities continue paying cops & firefighters? How is Methuen dealing with citizens who can’t pay local taxes right now? How is city hall operating during this issue? How will current home-schooling change public education? What’s Methuen Cares doing to help? How is AFC Urgent Care providing screenings without co-pays? What is Methuen doing to keep city business going as normal? All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan has no guest today. However, he’s up to the task of talking about everything crazy that’s going on around town. Our host Tom Duggan of the Valley Patriot discusses: The MSM are playing the PR game over the coronavirus The bash will go on, no matter what Detailing the misinformation surrounding the coronavirus The news media is hurting America by trying to hurt President Trump President Trump is doing the right thing by closing the borders during an outbreak Which news agencies should you be getting your information about coronavirus? Did China intentionally release the coronavirus? Tom isn’t worried right now Don’t interrupt your life during these times The tactics we are being told to do, you should already be doing anyway North Andover debate heading our way next week North Andover changing the name of “Selectmen” because its apparently sexist Why sometimes voting for a politician with opposing views is the right thing to do Why going to the bash is a must visit event? Tom details the scholarships that he is offering to local students Tom is starting to feel like Joe Biden, he can’t remember why though… Corey Lewandowski will be the keynote speaker at the bash this year Putting politics aside for the betterment of your community Tom details some of the requirements for acceptance of the scholarships The bash only begins with the scholarship presentations All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan welcomes Mayor Neil Perry of Methuen Our host Tom Duggan of the Valley Patriot discusses: Mayor Perry guarantees Methuen’s improvement Mayor Perry details the struggles in his first eight weeks as Mayor Why Tom and Mayor Perry can disagree but stay on the same page How the city hired a new treasurer collector How toxic disagreement is counterproductive How Mayor Perry is tackling gang violence Dealing with political adversaries Building trust with the citizens of Methuen Scholarship fund for Methuen High School students Mayor Perry’s reaction to the Methuen Superior Officers podcast Methuen indemnification policy The ongoing issue with the sober house Mayor Perry’s problem with misinformation from media members Will Methuen be on the hook for a council member being sued How Methuen will spend on structural improvements across the city Mayor Perry’s quarterly goals for his administration   All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan welcomes Pearson from Climate Design Systems. Joel Faretra, the food critic at The Valley Patriot, joins Tom to review some local restaurants. Our host Tom Duggan of the Valley Patriot discusses: Tom gives some updates on the local news What’s the real story about what happened with the sober house in 2018? Should the city of Methuen indemnify the city councilors? What is Climate Design Systems and what do they do? They do both commercial and residential Climate Design has just added a plumbing division They discuss some of the features of the products they sell What kind of warrantee does Climate Design Systems offer? Find the website at climatedesignsystems.com Tom asks Joel about his transition from private citizen to City Councilor What has Joel been pleasantly surprised with? They talk about Miller’s Tavern Joel gives his views on Bada Bing Who has the best wings in the Merrimack Valley? Is Royal House of Roast Beef better than Harrison’s? What’s Joel’s favorite entrée? Is the best fish and chips at The Irish Cottage? What is Joel going to review this month? All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan welcomes Greg Gallant, Joe Aiello and Jerry Flynn to talk about the controversy surrounding the police contract. Our host Tom Duggan of the Valley Patriot discusses: When was the police contract agreed upon? There is a Facebook page for the Methuen Superior Officers Did the police go over budget? What went on with these emails? Are the numbers in The Eagle Tribune accurate? What are the real numbers? Is it a conflict for the Chief to be involved in the negotiations? Was there some kind of sleight of hand? What is the Quinn bill? Can Tom get any of the guests to give a number? Is the Superior Officers Association willing to sit down to discuss the issue? What’s going on with Mike Simard? What happens in arbitration? Is the arbitration binding? How much does the average Captain make? Where does the money from details come from? What would the union be happy with? Is it all about the money? All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan has no guest today. However, he’s up to the task of talking about everything crazy that’s going on around town. Our host Tom Duggan of the Valley Patriot discusses: Tom talks about giving drivers licenses to illegal aliens What’s going on with Diana Dizoglio? Why is Tom in hot water? What was Jim Lyon’s role in all of this? Why did Tom support Suzanne Bump? Who helped Tom get his bill passed? Is Massachusetts a communist state? What did Tom have to say about Linda Campbell? What’s the latest in Methuen? All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Tom Duggan welcomes Methuen Mayor Neil Perry to Paying Attention. Neil talks about what’s been going on in the city of Methuen. Our host Tom Duggan of the Valley Patriot discusses: Tom recaps his career in politics What is the mayor’s new communication policy? How did the old system show favoritism? Neil reviews the details of his new communication policy Neil addresses the “travel ban” What does Mayor Perry think about “The Methuen Onion”? What happened at the marijuana meeting? What’s the Mayor’s role at city council meetings? What’s the latest on the Methuen Police contract? What does Mayor Perry think of the article in the Eagle Tribune? Neil reviews the Talent Bank Application at cityofmethuen.com Neil gives an update on economic development The goals for the year have been drafted All that and much more on this week’s episode of The Paying Attention Podcast! For more information, check out latest edition of the Valley Patriot or www.ValleyPatriot.com. The Paying Attention! Podcast is recorded each week at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and is hosted on the United Podcast Network.

Join Debby Monk and Mandra Biscornet as they welcome Author and reporter Tom Duggan to the show this week. Whether you are writing fiction, Non-Fiction, a memoir, or are just into creative writing this is the podcast for you. This podcast is more than just about how to write as we cover the why's, when's, and where's of writing Debby and Mandra talk to Tom about writing, editing and his book Heroes in Our Midst: From the Pages of The Valley Patriot. Some of the topics covered include: How does Tom go about editing his writing? How does one become a guest columnist for The Valley Patriot? Tom discusses his approach to flirting How did Tom get his start in writing? What would Tom like to write about? How did Tom get his book published? What was Tom's marketing strategy? May you be inspired, feel empowered, and B. Well.  All this and more on this week's episode of The Writer's Block Podcast recorded at the Studio 21 Podcast Café and hosted on the United Podcast Network.