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#BeAGoodFriend and check out episode #168 of #FeeneyTalksWithFriends featuring Little Red. It was great to talk with my #friend, Little Red. Little Red is a Navy veteran and a UConn Super Fan! We talked about:Friends of Feeney just provided $300K to families in need (minute 1)Little Red's favorite UConn jerseys (minute 3)How did you get the name, Little Red? (minute 5)Big Red (minute 6.30)UConn chants that he doesn't like (minute 8)Getting noticed and taking pics with fans (minute 10)Rico Bosco from Barstool Sports (minute 12)Little Red served in The U.S. Navy (minute 14)UConn games: First, Last, Best, Worst (minute 16.30)UConn vs. Michigan - National Championship game (minute 20)What makes GameDay Conor a good #friend? (minute 22)Start, Bench, Cut: Omar, BJ & Steve (minute 26)Little Red walked from Bloomfield to Gampel in 14 hours and raised $14,000 for charity (minute 28)David Horowitz walked with Little Red for an interview (minute 37)Podcast sponsors (minute 40)Float 41 (minute 41)3 Keys to being Little Red (minute 42)Coach Hurley (minute 43)Watching basketball in a football stadium (minute 46)Liam McNeely is his Dude Dude! (minute 47)Bold predictions for next season (minute 50)Rapid fire questions (minute 52)Upcoming events (minute 55)Blind rank these UConn players (minute 56)Little Red recommends Beem and Epic Fitness (minute 1.07)Little Red hosted a golf tournament for Officer Lombardi from the WPD (minute 1.01)Closing remarks (minute 1.03)Podcast Sponsors: Directline Media - www.directlinemediaproductions.com/The Fix IV - www.thefixivtherapy.comWest Hartford Lock - www.westhartfordlock.comKeating Agency Insurance - www.keatingagency.comGoff Law Group - www.gofflawgroup.netParkville Management - www.parkvillemanagement.comLuna Pizza - www.lunapizzawh.com/lunas-menuPeoplesBank - www.bankatpeoples.comFloat 41 - www.float41.comMaximum Beverage - www.maximumbev.comSally and Bob's - www.sallyandbobs.comMandell JCC of Greater Hartford - www.mandelljcc.org

Democratic State Representative Jillian Gillchrest of West Hartford advances to a primary in a three-way Democratic fight against Incumbent John Larson.

#BeAGoodFriend and check out episode #167 of #FeeneyTalksWithFriends featuring Elle Doyle. It was great to talk with my #friend, Elle. Elle is the content creator for Reheated Coffee Club and podcast host of Connecticut Unfiltered. We talked about:Elle's Launch Party (minute 1Feeney sings karaoke with Eric B. (minute 3)Iced by Anna Cookies (minute 4)SoLA Karaoke (minute 5)Anthony Anthony - podcast #1 (minute 6)Elle's publicist (minute 7)Reheated Coffee Club (minute 8)Upcoming guests on Connecticut Unfiltered (minute 10)Elle's favorite teacher (minute 14)The Next Chapter (minute 18.30)Michael Pollack - The New Haven Pizza Club (minute 20)The JCC (minute 22)Twin stories (minute 24)3 Keys to being a content creator (minute 25)What makes her husband, Mike a good #friend? (minute 27)Expresso Martinis and Karaoke (minute 30)Shout outs to Woody's Coffee and Ice Cream (minute 32)Sarah from Float 41 is our honoree for the Memorial Day Parade (minute 33)Reiki (minute 35)Paid partnerships (minute 37)Connecticut Foodshare (minute 39)Parsley in Middletown (minute 44)Gutenberg at Playhouse on Park (minute 45)Selfie pic and gift giving is Elle's love language (minute 47)Hartford St. Patrick's Day Parade tee shirts (minute 49)Guessing Game: Tequila or Water? (minute 50)Drink Champs Tequila Trivia (minute 53)Lightning Rod Questions (minute 58)Photo of Elle with Oprah (minute 1.04)Elle recommends Arugula (minute 1.07)Upcoming events (minute 1.08)Max and Lily (minute 1.09)Closing remarks (minute 1.10)Podcast Sponsors: Directline Media - www.directlinemediaproductions.com/The Fix IV - www.thefixivtherapy.comWest Hartford Lock - www.westhartfordlock.comKeating Agency Insurance - www.keatingagency.comGoff Law Group - www.gofflawgroup.netParkville Management - www.parkvillemanagement.comLuna Pizza - www.lunapizzawh.com/lunas-menuPeoplesBank - www.bankatpeoples.comFloat 41 - www.float41.comMaximum Beverage - www.maximumbev.comSally and Bob's - www.sallyandbobs.comMandell JCC of Greater Hartford - www.mandelljcc.org

In this episode we discuss the recent surge in Jewish conversions and the reasons for this surge, especially in Israel. Rabbi Dr. Kenneth Brander is the President and Rosh HaYeshiva of the Ohr Torah Stone network in Israel. It comprises 32 educational institutions, leadership development initiatives, outreach programs, women's empowerment initiatives across Israel and internationally. Rabbi Brander received his semicha ordination from Yeshiva University, where he taught rabbinic courses, served as Vice President for University and Community Life, and as Dean of the Center for the Jewish Future. He holds a Ph.D. in general philosophy and comparative literature. He was senior rabbi of the Boca Raton Synagogue, overseeing its growth from 60 to more than 600 families, and he also founded the Katz Yeshiva High School. He and his family live in Israel, but he often visits his son Rabbi Tuvia Brander and family in West Hartford, CT, and I know that because that is my shul. Here are links to: Ohr Torah Stone – Click HERE Our recent report on Challenges Facing American Orthodox Jews – Click HERE Click HERE to access all of the Nishma Orthodox community research If you have questions, issues you'd like to see discussed, etc., email mark@nishmaresearch.com

Some inventions change the way we see the world. Others fail to meet the lofty expectations set for them. Those are the ones that make it into a traveling museum called the Museum of Failure. It recognizes products like Nintendo's early attempt at 3-D gaming and a clear soda called Crystal Pepsi. There's also the Hawaii Chair, a chair whose cushion gyrates in a way that will supposedly help you get in shape. None of those products became everyday household items, but the Museum of Failure still honors them. After all, innovation is only possible when we try things that might not work. This hour, we’re reframing failure and celebrating people who take risks. In addition to talking about the Museum of Failure, we'll hear a from panel of young people whose educational journeys didn't go the way they expected. But rather than feel like failures, they've embraced their new paths as a way to redefine success. GUESTS: Dr. Samuel West: Organizational psychologist who founded the Museum of Failure in Sweden in 2017. The museum now travels around the globe. It’s in Paris until May 17, 2026. Melina Floyd: Community organizer in Bristol Ella Nicastro: Paraprofessional at Duffy Elementary School in West Hartford. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#BeAGoodFriend and check out episode #166 of #FeeneyTalksWithFriends featuring Rob O'Meara. It was great to talk with my #friend, Rob. Rob is a real estate agent at Keller Williams Legacy Partners. We talked about: Video of the Star Spangled Banner performed by his son, Micheal (minute 1What does The Johnny's Jog mean to Rob? (minute 3)Rob was the 2026 Honoree for The Hartford St. Patrick's Day Parade (minute 7)How has Conard changed since 1987?  (minute 8.30)Rob's dad was the first football captain at Conard (minute 9.30)The Student Visionary of the Year for Blood Cancer United (minute 11)Chelsea “Dropkick” and Greg Hammond (episode #125)  (minute 13)Feeney was the 2023 Honoree for The Hartford St. Patrick's Day Parade (minute 16)Gifts of O'Meara Real Estate swag and The Millionaire Real Estate Investor book (minute 17.30)Rob is a lone wolf! (minute 20)3 Keys to being a great real estate agent (minute 22)Rob's favorite restaurant, The Barn on Block Island (minute 24)Special guest, Derek Slap and what makes him a good #friend (minute 27)Derek works at The Village for Families & Children (minute 31)Feeney earned the “Champion of Children” award presented by The Village (minute 33)The Sohn Family (minute 38)The Village for Families & Children (minute 41)Beth Bye (minute 42)Sesame Street (minute 44)Conard student reporter, Christina Griffin interviewed Feeney (minute 45)Rapid Fire Questions (minute 50)Recommendations: Nero and Bricco (minute 58)Closing remarks (minute 1.02)Podcast Sponsors: Directline Media - www.directlinemediaproductions.com/The Fix IV - www.thefixivtherapy.comWest Hartford Lock - www.westhartfordlock.comKeating Agency Insurance - www.keatingagency.comGoff Law Group - www.gofflawgroup.netParkville Management - www.parkvillemanagement.comLuna Pizza - www.lunapizzawh.com/lunas-menuPeoplesBank - www.bankatpeoples.comFloat 41 - www.float41.comMaximum Beverage - www.maximumbev.comSally and Bob's - www.sallyandbobs.comMandell JCC of Greater Hartford - www.mandelljcc.org

#BeAGoodFriend and check out episode #165 of #FeeneyTalksWithFriends featuring Paul at Louis' Lunch. It was great to cook burgers and talk with my #friend, Paul. Paul has worked at Louis' Lunch for the past 30 years. We talked about:Cast Iron Vertical Gas Broilers from 1898 (minute 1)Feeney cuts onions and cooks burgers (minute 2)“This is NOT Burger King. You don't get it your way!” (minute 3)Feeney eats the burgers that he cooked (minute 4)Foxon Park distributed by Casanova (minute 5)1994 (minute 6)What makes Jeff a good #friend? (minute 7.30)Coke Cola - NOT at Louis' Lunch  (minute 8.30)The Louis' Lunch building was moved in 1974 (minute 9.30)The Ketchup trick (minute 11)3 Keys to working at Louis' Lunch (minute 12)Work day: First, Last, Best, Worst (minute 13)Laurence Fishburne and Micheal Irvin (minute 14)Yale and Yale basketball (minute 15)Louis' Lunch was a reading comprehension passage on the CMTs (minute 16)Recommendation: Frisco's Pizza (minute 17)Upcoming events (minute 18)Podcast Sponsors: Directline Media - www.directlinemediaproductions.com/The Fix IV - www.thefixivtherapy.comWest Hartford Lock - www.westhartfordlock.comKeating Agency Insurance - www.keatingagency.comGoff Law Group - www.gofflawgroup.netParkville Management - www.parkvillemanagement.comLuna Pizza - www.lunapizzawh.com/lunas-menuPeoplesBank - www.bankatpeoples.comFloat 41 - www.float41.comMaximum Beverage - www.maximumbev.comSally and Bob's - www.sallyandbobs.comMandell JCC of Greater Hartford - www.mandelljcc.org

Retired agent Michael De La Pena reviews a case where he, as a rookie agent, was assigned to investigate two armored car robberies in West Hartford, Connecticut, where a total of $1.8 million was stolen. During one of the robberies, one of the subjects wore a full Santa Claus costume as a disguise and later had one of the robbers killed to stop him from talking about the crime. Check out the episode show notes, photos, and related articles: https://jerriwilliams.com/395-michael-de-la-pena-santa-claus-armored-car-robbery-and-murder/ Join my Reader Team to get the FBI Reading Resource - Books about the FBI, written by FBI agents, the 20 clichés about the FBI Reality Checklist, and keep up to date on the FBI in books, TV, and movies via my monthly email. Join here. http://eepurl.com/dzCCmL    Buy me a coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/JerriWilliams Check out my FBI books, non-fiction and crime fiction, available as audiobooks, ebooks and paperbacks wherever books are sold. https://jerriwilliams.com/books/

Welcome to Episode 258! In a first for Book Cougars Author Spotlights, we welcome back an author not to discuss their next book, but to learn about why and how their first novel is being published for a second time – with a new publisher and a new ending! We enjoyed Heather Harper Ellett's debut novel, AIN'T NOBODY NOBODY, and were thrilled to invite her back to talk about the new life being breathed into her fantastic literary mystery, which also now has an audiobook version. Don't miss our conversation, which follows our regular segments. We finished/DNF'd some good/okay reads since last time: – PET SEMATARY by Stephen King – THE GOLDEN BOY by Patricia Finn – TRUE CRIME: A Memoir by Patricia Cornwell – RAISING HARE by Chloe Dalton – SHOELESS JOE JACKSON COMES TO IOWA: Stories by W.P. Kinsella In Biblio Adventures, we visited some fabulous independent and used bookstores: –CT: River Bend Bookshop's new location in West Hartford; Grey Matter Books, the Book Trader Cafe, and Atticus Bookstore Cafe in New Haven –MA: Papercuts Bookshop in Jamaica Plain, Boston –NYC: Pickle Books and P&T Knitwear Books on the Lower East Side And check out Emily's conversation with author Rebecca Kauffman about her novel THE RESERVATION over on Ingredient One. As always, we talk about more books and #biblioadventures than we list here. We hope you enjoy the episode and check out the show notes for links to all/most of the books, movies, and places that we mention. Happy Listening and Happy Reading! https://www.bookcougars.com/blog-1/2026/episode258

We spoke with Events & Communications Manager Jenn Frontiero and Membership & Development Director Kate Kobs about the 2026 WEHA Health and Wellness Expo on Tuesday, May 19, from 12 to 3 PM on Isham Road in Blue Back Square. The event offers local health and wellness businesses a platform to showcase their services, including traditional medicine, physical therapy, fitness, mental health, chiropractic, senior care, and spa services.

After a long hiatus, Many Windows returns with a wonderful guest, Rev. Dr. Adam Robersmith! I am grateful to start season 5 with a rich conversation on creativity and performance in liturgy.Resources mentioned in the episode:Taylor, D. (2015). Performance. Duke University Press Books.Marshall, Lorna. (2001). The Body Speaks. St. Marten's Griffin.Stephenson, Barry. (2015). Ritual: A Very Short Introduction. Oxford University Press.Concannon, H. & Palm, A. (2024). Blessing It All: Rituals for Transition and Transformation. Skinner House Press.Stringer, Kafi, and Teague (2025.) Imani Rituals: Nurturing African Spiritual Heritage. Skinner House Press.Articles by Josette FéralFéral, J. (1982). Performance and Theatricality: The Subject Demystified (T. Lyons, Trans.). Modern Drama, 25(1), 170–181. https://doi.org/10.1353/mdr.1982.0036Féral, J. (2002). Theatricality: The Specificity of Theatrical Language (R. P. Bermingham, Trans.). SubStance, 31(2/3), 94. https://doi.org/10.2307/3685480_________The Rev. Dr. Adam Robersmith can be found at www.adamrobersmith.comThe Universalist Church of West Hartford, CT: https://www.westhartforduu.org_________Thank you for listening. Many Windows: Conversations on Ministry is a production of Meadville Lombard Theological School. Theme music is “Destination” by Justhea. This episode is produced by Jules Taylor.(Justhea: spoti.fi/2NycVfd and apple.co/3u51z2V)

#BeAGoodFriend and check out episode #164 of #FeeneyTalksWithFriends featuring Jason Wang, Gayle Harris and John Lyons. It was good to talk with my #friends, Jason, Gayle and John! They are The West Hartford Republican Town Caucus. We talked about: Jason joined The Republican Town Caucus (minute 1)Gayle switched from Board of Ed to Town Caucus (minute 3)John recruited Jason and Gayle  (minute 6.30)Being the Minority Party (6 to 3) (minute 8.30)Zoning and Lewis Brown (minute 13)Jason has photographic memory (minute 15)Will more housing lower our taxes?  (minute 17)Heritage Park aka “The UConn Properties”  (minute 22)Affordable Housing (minute 25)Past podcast guests (minute 26)Wendy's and Big Y near The West Farms Mall (minute 28)Kevin Ahern, Chair of the West Hartford Town Plan and Zoning Commission (minute 29)Jen Evans and WHCi (minute 31)Data Payroll Services Signage and parking RVs (minute 34)What makes ________  a good #friend?  (minute 38)Doctors of addictions &  Recover Together Connecticut  (minute 41)Kratom (minute 42)Gayle “birthed” over 2000 babies (minute 45)Lightning Rod Questions - West Hartford (minute 47)Shannon Marimon and Todd Dumais (minute 55)Technology in schools (minute 56)Tee shirt sponsors for St. Patrick's Day Parade (minute 58)Closing remarks (minute 59)Podcast Sponsors: Directline Media - www.directlinemediaproductions.com/The Fix IV - www.thefixivtherapy.comWest Hartford Lock - www.westhartfordlock.comKeating Agency Insurance - www.keatingagency.comGoff Law Group - www.gofflawgroup.netParkville Management - www.parkvillemanagement.comLuna Pizza - www.lunapizzawh.com/lunas-menuPeoplesBank - www.bankatpeoples.comFloat 41 - www.float41.comMaximum Beverage - www.maximumbev.comSally and Bob's - www.sallyandbobs.comMandell JCC of Greater Hartford - www.mandelljcc.org

Next time you’re driving, take a look around and you might notice you’re being watched. From cameras atop traffic lights to license plate readers, surveillance technology has quietly crept into cities and towns across the state. Today, we’re taking a look at surveillance in Connecticut and asking why organizations are worried about how these devices are used. Can mass surveillance and civil liberties co-exist? Guests: Matthew Guariglia: Senior Policy Analyst for the Electronic Frontier Foundation Ojala Naeem: Town Councilor for Windsor, Connecticut Arman Haidari: Citizen activist and resident of West Hartford, Connecticut Eric Weiner: Citizen activist and resident of Windsor, Connecticut Connecticut Public's divina cordeiro contributed to this show.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#BeAGoodFriend and check out episode #163 of #FeeneyTalksWithFriends featuring Matt Moscardi . It was great to “riff” with my #friend,  Matt! Matt is the co-founder of Free Float Analytics and co-host of The Business Pants Podcast. We talked about:Free Float Analytics, Free  Float Media and subsidiaries (minute 1)Cheddar pizza (minute 2)Our newest podcast sponsor, The Mandell JCC (minute 3)Photos from Feeney's breakfast at Sally and Bob's (minute 4)Explain “ESG” to a third grader (minute 5)How does Free Float use ESG? (minute 7.30)FreeFloatAnalytics.com (minute 12.30)Start, Bench, Cut: Environmental, Social or Governance (minute 13.30)Why Business Pants? (minute 15.40)IPO & “Bro PO” (minute 17)S&P 500 and Robinhood (minute 25)What makes Damion a good #friend? (minute 26)CEO Pay Ratio (minute 28)Wolcott School, Snow days, Skiing in Alaska and being #GirlDads (minute 32)Seth W. (podcast guest #7) and Susan A. (podcast guest #138) (minute 34)3 Keys to being a “Decent Talking Head” (minute 35)Matt attended Brown University (minute 37)Podcasts: First, Last, Best, Worst (minute 39)Tom from New Park Brewing (minute 48)Ring Doorbell Superbowl commercial (minute 50)Kirkland brand (minute 52)Amazon, Whole Foods, Bezos & Melanie doc (minute 54)Franklin Resources - conspiracy theory (minute 56)Upcoming events (minute 59)Oris Watch fundraiser at Lux Bond and Green (minute 1.00)Surprise guest, Aidan Fox (minute 1.02)Podcast Sponsors: Directline Media - www.directlinemediaproductions.com/The Fix IV - www.thefixivtherapy.comWest Hartford Lock - www.westhartfordlock.comKeating Agency Insurance - www.keatingagency.comGoff Law Group - www.gofflawgroup.netParkville Management - www.parkvillemanagement.comLuna Pizza - www.lunapizzawh.com/lunas-menuPeoplesBank - www.bankatpeoples.comFloat 41 - www.float41.comMaximum Beverage - www.maximumbev.comSally and Bob's - www.sallyandbobs.comMandell JCC of Greater Hartford - www.mandelljcc.org

We spoke with Board President Edwin Thrower about the 2026 Greater Hartford Shakespeare Festival. It is a fun night of Shakespeare-themed music, performances, and games. Don't miss Shakespeare Fun Night — “The Bard at Barcelona” on Thursday, March 26 from 6-9 p.m. at Barcelona Wine Bar, 971 Farmington Avenue, in West Hartford.

#BeAGoodFriend and check out episode #162 of #FeeneyTalksWithFriends featuring Marcus Patton.It was great to talk with my #friend and college dorm neighbor, Marcus!  Marcus is the Production Operations Supervisor at ESPN and the Chairperson of The Diversity Council in Bristol. We talked about:We have an Emmy! (minute 1)Marcus is the Production Operations Supervisor at ESPN (minute 2)Surprise Guest, Andrew Arboe from episode #57 (minute 3)Marcus & Feeney were “Neffugees” on the 5th floor at SCSU (minute 4)The 3 rules of Emmy Awards (minute 6)ESPN in Bristol (minute 7)Marcus always loved sports (minute 9)Pizza story about Kenny Mayne - podcast guest #38 (minute 10)John Fagan and Greg Jewell (minute 12)ESPN Productions: FIrst, Last, Best, Worst (minute 14)College Game Day (minute 23)Herm Edwards (minute 25)Technology of ESPN (minute 27)Marcus is the Chairperson of The Diversity Council in Bristol (minute 31)3 Keys to being a great chairperson (minute 34)Advice from David Haberfield (minute 36)#FriendsOfFeeney in the Bristol community (minute 38)The Singing Principal, LaTanya Farrell (minute 39)Marcus' grandparents raised 11 children in Bristol (minute 42)The Bristol Meet and Greet (minute 47)The Cash Mob (minute 50)Text from Jeff Craig about Neff Hall (minute 52)Dorm photo of Marcus (minute 56)Dayum Drops and Jay Maia (minute 58)Cheers to SCSU (minute 1.02)“Three Cousins, One Dream”  (minute 1.03)Feeney the Producer (minute 1.08)Podcast Sponsors: Directline Media - www.directlinemediaproductions.com/The Fix IV - www.thefixivtherapy.comWest Hartford Lock - www.westhartfordlock.comKeating Agency Insurance - www.keatingagency.comGoff Law Group - www.gofflawgroup.netParkville Management - www.parkvillemanagement.comLuna Pizza - www.lunapizzawh.com/lunas-menuPeoplesBank - www.bankatpeoples.comFloat 41 - www.float41.comMaximum Beverage - www.maximumbev.comSally and Bob's - www.sallyandbobs.com

#BeAGoodFriend and check out episode #161 of #FeeneyTalksWithFriends featuring Robert Perriello. It was great to talk with my #friend, Rob!  Rob is a Real Estate Agent for Century 21 All Points Realty. We talked about:Podcast sponsors (minute 1)Rob's top 5 movies and podcast #160 (minute 2)Anthony Ireland episode #74 (minute 3)Rob is a #GirlDad (minute 4.30)Rob and Feeney taught together at Kingsbury School in Waterbury  (minute 7.30)Mission of Friends of Feeney (minute 11)Growing up in Waterbury (minute 13)PE teacher or Gym teacher? Real estate agent or Realtor? (minute 15)Explain a “real estate agent” to a 3rd grader (minute 16)Switching from PE Teacher to Real Estate Agent (minute 18)Rob was the #1 Real Estate Agent for Century 21 from 2018 to 2022 (minute 20)Rob sold 108 houses in one year (minute 21)3 Keys to being a great real estate agent (minute 23)House sales: First, Last, Best, Worst (minute 25)How can Feeney be a real estate agent? (minute 33)Where will you be in 5 years? (minute 36)How is the market in West Hartford? (minute 37)There are only 19 one-family homes available in West Hartford (minute 41)Why is it blind bidding to buy a house? (minute 43)Rob's podcast, “Mindset Talks” (minute 49)Houses for sale on Rob's Instagram (minute 51)Rob's YouTube Channel, “Living in West Hartford” (minute 53)Rob's JCC Championship Basketball Team (minute 54)Thank you cards from Cricket Press (minute 56)Uncle Joel (minute 58)Closing remarks and Ryan's Softwash (minute 1.00)Podcast Sponsors: Directline Media - www.directlinemediaproductions.com/The Fix IV - www.thefixivtherapy.comWest Hartford Lock - www.westhartfordlock.comKeating Agency Insurance - www.keatingagency.comGoff Law Group - www.gofflawgroup.netParkville Management - www.parkvillemanagement.comLuna Pizza - www.lunapizzawh.com/lunas-menuPeoplesBank - www.bankatpeoples.comFloat 41 - www.float41.comMaximum Beverage - www.maximumbev.comSally and Bob's - www.sallyandbobs.com

#BeAGoodFriend and check out episode #160 of #FeeneyTalksWithFriends featuring Jake and Max Markowitz.It was great to talk movies with my #friends, Max and Jake!  Max is a film critic and author of the blog "The Film Critic's Ticket - Admit One!" Jake was an extra in Marty Supreme! We talked about:Carlito's Way (minute 1)Jake was in Marty Supreme (minute 2)The #160 in movies (minute 4)Max's update on Revolution, Resistance and Reclamation (minute 7)Matt Damon's quote about the audience being on their phones (minute 10)Attending The Venice Film Festival (minute 12)Venice: First, Last, Best, Worst (minute 14)The Philadelphia Film Festival (minute 18)AKA Hotels (minute 21)Speaking with Dennis House about movies  (minute 22)2025 Oscars recap (minute 23)2026 Oscars predictions (minute 25)Inspiration for their love of movies (minute 28)MOVIE REVIEW: One Battle After Another (minute 31)MOVIE REVIEW: Sinners (minute 39)MOVIE REVIEW: Train Dreams (minute 51)MOVIE REVIEW: Frankenstein (minute 58)Upcoming Events (minute 1.07)Podcast Sponsors: Directline Media - www.directlinemediaproductions.com/The Fix IV - www.thefixivtherapy.comWest Hartford Lock - www.westhartfordlock.comKeating Agency Insurance - www.keatingagency.comGoff Law Group - www.gofflawgroup.netParkville Management - www.parkvillemanagement.comLuna Pizza - www.lunapizzawh.com/lunas-menuPeoplesBank - www.bankatpeoples.comFloat 41 - www.float41.comMaximum Beverage - www.maximumbev.comSally and Bob's - www.sallyandbobs.com

Chrissy from West Hartford thinks her boyfriend is cheating on her. He's starting to lock his phone, working late, and wearing cologne. She wants to know if he's cheating with a co-worker. 

Chrissy from West Hartford thinks her boyfriend is cheating on her. He's starting to lock his phone, working late, and wearing cologne. She wants to know if he's cheating with a co-worker. 

#BeAGoodFriend and check out episode #159 of #FeeneyTalksWithFriends featuring Christina Conners. It was great to talk with my #friend, Christina! Christina is a keynote singer, workshop facilitator, massage therapist, soulful songstress and author. We talked about:Christina attended Wolcott Elementary School (minute 1)Christina's background (minute 2)David Friedman (minute 3)Christina's Cottage (minute 6)Photo of Christina at the old music room in Wolcott School & her yearbook pic (minute 8:30)Her music teacher, Mrs. Rovetti inspired her to sing (minute 10)Songs for the Soul video (minute 11.30)Music can heal and nurture children (minute 12.30)10 week self paced journey called Songs for the Soul (minute 18)“You can't give what you don't have!' (minute 20)Heart Magic (minute 22)Testimonial from Angela Santomero (minute 26)Songs for the Soul (minute 29)The Healing Chickadee with Terry Murphy (minute 31)Posters at pediatric offices (minute 33)Podcast #154 with The Soulful Forest (minute 35)Songs: First, Last, Best, Worst (minute 38)SURPRISE GUEST, Mrs. Rovetti  (minute 40)Mrs. Rovetti taught for 37 years (minute 45)Currently, she sings in a choir and runs a food pantry (minute 47)Scott Dunn is Tim Dunn's nephew (minute 50)We sing “Leaving on a Jet Plane”  (minute 54)Singing brings people together (minute 59)They both earned a Buffy's Best (minute 1.03)Closing remarks (minute 1.04)Podcast Sponsors: Directline Media - www.directlinemediaproductions.com/The Fix IV - www.thefixivtherapy.comWest Hartford Lock - www.westhartfordlock.comKeating Agency Insurance - www.keatingagency.comGoff Law Group - www.gofflawgroup.netParkville Management - www.parkvillemanagement.comLuna Pizza - www.lunapizzawh.com/lunas-menuPeoplesBank - www.bankatpeoples.comFloat 41 - www.float41.comMaximum Beverage - www.maximumbev.comSally and Bob's - www.sallyandbobs.com

#BeAGoodFriend and check out episode #158 of #FeeneyTalksWithFriends featuring Retired Colonel Mike Cabrey. It was great to talk with my #friend, Mike! Mike served 30 years in the Army. We talked about:Mike's most important role is husband and dad (minute 1)Met his wife in Germany (minute 2)Army Brats (minute 4)Being Pop Pop (minute 6)Attending West Point (minute 8)Medal of Honor Recipient, Captain Paul Bucha - Podcast Guest #43 (minute 13)Bronze Star Medal & Air Assault Badge (minute 15)Mike's Ranger Tab tattoo (minute 18)Elected as Vice-Mayor of Colonial Beach, VA (minute 20)Being Chief of Staff at The Pentagon (minute 22)Army Assignments: First, Last, Best, Worst (minute 26)“To Spit or Not to Spit”  (minute 28)Injured in Iraq (minute 30)Check presentation from Maximum Beverage (minute 40)Mike's favorite whiskey, Highwest Double Rye (minute 44)Core values of the military(minute 46)Transition to civilian life (minute 50)Serving on the  board of the Wilson Gray YMCA (minute 54)VAs in Newington and West Haven (minute 55)Photo of Mike's shadow box (minute 1.00)Mike's American Flag went to Iraq in 2004 and 2020 (minute 1.02)Feeney's gas chamber video from basic training (minute 1.04)Mike is hosted a Kettlebell Pop-up Class at the JCC (minute 1.07)Upcoming events (1.08)#BeAGoodFriend and never be a Blue Falcon (minute 1.09)Podcast Sponsors: Directline Media - www.directlinemediaproductions.com/The Fix IV - www.thefixivtherapy.comWest Hartford Lock - www.westhartfordlock.comKeating Agency Insurance - www.keatingagency.comGoff Law Group - www.gofflawgroup.netParkville Management - www.parkvillemanagement.comLuna Pizza - www.lunapizzawh.com/lunas-menuPeoplesBank - www.bankatpeoples.comFloat 41 - www.float41.comMaximum Beverage - www.maximumbev.comSally and Bob's - www.sallyandbobs.com

#BeAGoodFriend and check out episode #157 of #FeeneyTalksWithFriends featuring Jillian Gilchrest. It was great to talk with my #friend, Jillian! Jillian is the State Representative for the 18th District. We talked about:Year 8 of being State Rep (minute 1)Selfie videos (minute 2)Personal and Political balance (minute 5)The West Hartford community (minute 6)Jason Hayes, First Selectman of East Granby (minute 8)Jillian is running for Congress (minute 11)3 keys that make a good Congress person (minute 14)Jahana Hayes and National History Day (minute 16)John Larson's biggest competition since 1999 (minute 18)Money in Politics (minute 20)Should Feeney get into politics? (minute 27)PAC money for political fundraising (minute 29)Healthcare Insurances donating to political campaigns (minute 32)Bar graph photo of the rise of healthcare (minute 34)Policy and advocacy (minute 37)Jillian's book, Feminist Advocacy - Championing Gender and Social Justice (minute 38)Christina's Connors book, Christina's Cottage (minute 46)Daniell M. Howell's book, Bee 4 Goodnight- The Four B's (minute 47)An autograph for Caden (minute 48)Gift card to Sally and Bob's Eatery (minute 49)Past and future podcast guests (minute 50)What “Being a good friend” means to Jillian and some of her good friends (minute 51)Order a #FriendsOfFeeney Quarter Zip (minute 53)Future events (minute 54)Political Events: First, Last, Best, Worst (minute 55)Photo from our Donut Crazy fundraiser (minute 57)Closing remarks (minute 58)Podcast Sponsors: Directline Media - www.directlinemediaproductions.com/The Fix IV - www.thefixivtherapy.comWest Hartford Lock - www.westhartfordlock.comKeating Agency Insurance - www.keatingagency.comGoff Law Group - www.gofflawgroup.netParkville Management - www.parkvillemanagement.comLuna Pizza - www.lunapizzawh.com/lunas-menuPeoplesBank - www.bankatpeoples.comFloat 41 - www.float41.comMaximum Beverage - www.maximumbev.comSally and Bob's - www.sallyandbobs.com

#BeAGoodFriend and check out episode #156 of #FeeneyTalksWithFriends featuring Rino Ouellet.It was great to talk and eat Dirt Wings with my #friend, Rino! Rino is the Beverage Program Director and FOH Hiring Manager. We talked about:The holiday season (minute 1)Sagamore Rye Whiskey from Matt Whitney (minute 3)34 years at J. TImothy's  (minute  4.30)The J.Timothy's 35th Annual Golf Tournament on May 18, 2026 (minute 7.30)Travel back in time to 1989 (minute 9.30)Helping Plainville Food Pantry and The John Huey Scholarship (minute 11)“Controlled Chaos" (minute 13)Confirm or Deny: J. Tim's sold 12 tons of wings during last year's Super Bowl (minute 15)Barry aka “Dirt” was the pitcher on the J. Timothy's Softball Team  (minute 17)Close-up view of The Dirt Wings (minute 20)Jim Welch and Tim Adams created J. Timothy's (minute 22)Being on the Food Network in 2016 (minute 24)BOH vs. FOH (minute 26)3 Keys to the Beverage Program Director and FOH HIring Manager (minute 29)Wing Tasting Time!! (minute 34)The Bear, Waiting & Burnt (minute 36)Rino's Go-To Meal (minute 37)In 2025, 430 tons of wings were sold and 80% were Dirt Wings (minute 39)Only 5 Flavors offered  (minute 41)50th Year Anniversary is coming up  (minute 43)Does Dan Hurley really get free wings for life? (minute 44)Alex Karaban and teammates showed up for a fundraiser at J. Tims (minute 48)Congrats to Teddy from Martin Rosols for going from 2 children to 3  (minute 50)Events: First, Last, Best, Worst (minute 52)Volunteering at Plainville HS for 3 days during a snowstorm (minute 57)Selfie pic of The Sunday Night Crew (minute 1.00)@RinoEatsAndDrinks on Instagram (minute 1.01)Rino's favorite pizza (minute 1.03)Rapid Fire Questions (minute 1.04)Beers from New Park Brewing (minute 1.05)Podcast Sponsors: Directline Media - www.directlinemediaproductions.com/The Fix IV - www.thefixivtherapy.comWest Hartford Lock - www.westhartfordlock.comKeating Agency Insurance - www.keatingagency.comGoff Law Group - www.gofflawgroup.netParkville Management - www.parkvillemanagement.comLuna Pizza - www.lunapizzawh.com/lunas-menuPeoplesBank - www.bankatpeoples.comFloat 41 - www.float41.comMaximum Beverage - www.maximumbev.comSally and Bob's - www.sallyandbobs.com

Earlier this month, a West Hartford elementary school closed for a day due to more than 100 students battling the norovirus. The school took the day to disinfect the property, but it's another example of how quickly norovirus spreads in places like schools and cruise ships. We discussed it more with infectious disease expert, Dr. Fred Browne.Image Courtesy Of Griffin Health and Dr. Fred Browne

#BeAGoodFriend and check out episode #155 of #FeeneyTalksWithFriends featuring Harry Bellucci. It was great to talk with my #friend, Harry! Harry is the Executive Director of Hartford PAL. We talked about:Harry's background (minute 1)The Harry Bellucci Football Field (minute 2)Growing up in Hartford (minute 3)Teaching for 38 years and coaching for 42 years in Hartford (minute 4)Proud moment with former players (minute 7)Harry's daughter Allie (minute10)Advice for new teachers (minute 11)Harry's favorite coach (minute 13)His coaching style (minute 16)Confirm or Deny: Were you a professional dancer? (minute 19)Teaching at the school that he attended as a student (minute 21)Coaching the Senior Football All-Star Game in 2012 & 2016 (minute 23)Who is Harry's favorite daughter? (minute 24)Harry's daughter, Erin was the kicker on the Hall High School Football team (minute 25)Harry is a great swimmer (minute 27)Being the Executive Director of Hartford PAL (minute 29)The Art and Culinary Programs at PAL (minute 34)PAL is collaborating with Hartford Stage for the theater program (minute 36)PAL After-school programs (minute 37)How to donate to PAL (minute 38)Last summer, Feeney worked for 241 Sports at Hartford PAL (minute 40)PALvember (minute 46)The PAL Board Members (minute 50)The importance of PAL (minute 52)Eric Mangini is Harry's brother in law (minute 53)His wife, Brenda has been his rock for the past 33 years (minute 56)Who was the biggest knucklehead of The Whitney boys? (minute 57)Podcast Sponsors: Directline Media - www.directlinemediaproductions.com/The Fix IV - www.thefixivtherapy.comWest Hartford Lock - www.westhartfordlock.comKeating Agency Insurance - www.keatingagency.comGoff Law Group - www.gofflawgroup.netParkville Management - www.parkvillemanagement.comLuna Pizza - www.lunapizzawh.com/lunas-menuPeoplesBank - www.bankatpeoples.comFloat 41 - www.float41.comMaximum Beverage - www.maximumbev.comSally and Bob's - www.sallyandbobs.com

#BeAGoodFriend and check out episode #154 of #FeeneyTalksWithFriends featuring The Soulful Forest. It was great to talk with my #friends, Terry, Tara and Christina!We talked about:The Soulful Forest theme song (minute 1)Christina Connors went to Wolcott School (minute 3)Terry shows around The Soulful Forest (minute 5)The Healing Chickadee (minute 7)The Seven C's (minute 8.30)Christina's Cottage (minute 9.40)Language matters (minute 12)Tara Beall-Gomes (minute 14)The Soulful Forest Tour Guide's Manual (minute 16)The Soulful Forest will be built in Naugatuck, CT (minute 21)The Tweethearts (minute 24)Christina sings “Help is on the Way” (minute 26)David Friedman and the book, “We Can Be Kind” (minute 27)The #BeAGoodFriend” song & game (minute 29)Intimacy disorder (minute 33)3 Keys to the Soulful Forest (minute 39)Events: First, Last, Best, Worst (minute 43)Marty and Friends of Feeney (minute 46)Favorite restaurants (minute 48)Where will you be in 5 years? (minute 53)Upcoming events(minute 57)Feeney & Christina sing! (minute 58)Podcast Sponsors: Directline Media - www.directlinemediaproductions.com/The Fix IV - www.thefixivtherapy.comWest Hartford Lock - www.westhartfordlock.comKeating Agency Insurance - www.keatingagency.comGoff Law Group - www.gofflawgroup.netParkville Management - www.parkvillemanagement.comLuna Pizza - www.lunapizzawh.com/lunas-menuPeoplesBank - www.bankatpeoples.comFloat 41 - www.float41.comMaximum Beverage - www.maximumbev.comSally and Bob's - www.sallyandbobs.com

#BeAGoodFriend and check out episode #153 of #FeeneyTalksWithFriends for The Third Annual Hot Wings Challenge Fundraiser.It was great to talk and eat hot wings with my good #friends, Avi, Allie, Chris, Linda and Jorge. We talked about:Round 1: Valentina's Extra Spicy Hot Sauce (minute 1)Avi lost his dad to pancreatic cancer (minute 2)Cheers to The Ron Foley Foundation (minute 3)Chris from West Hartford Chamber of Commerce (minute 4)What does The RFF mean to Allie?  (minute 5)Linda from PeoplesBank  (minute 6)We Care Computers  (minute 7)Alex from Luna Pizza (minute 8)Past podcast guests, Lisa Lazuras & Ball 4 a Cure (minute 9)Round 2: Rogue Blood Orange Scorpion Pepper Hot Sauce (minute 10)Learning from mistakes (minute 11)Desmond is a good friend!  (minute 14)Ryan & Allie are dancing together (minute 16)“Erica is a good #friend!” - Allie  (minute 17)“Marty is a good #friend!” - Avi  (minute 18)“Colleen is a good #friend!” - Chris  (minute 19)Special podcast guest, Barbara Foley with some kind words (minute 20)Round 3: Hot Ones Rojo Hot Sauce (minute 24)What flavor wing are you? (minute 25)West Hartford is the best because __________ (minute 29)Suggestions for future podcast guests (minute 30)Round 4:  Melida's Ghost Pepper Hot Sauce (minute 33)How ya been, Jorge? (minute 38)Avi received 107 donations for the Ron Foley Foundation (minute 41)Chamber members everywhere! (minute 43)Round 5: Da Bomb Beyond Insanity Hot Sauce (minute 45)Tell us a time when you got out of your comfort zone (minute 46)Closing remarks from Avi (minute 51)Upcoming events (minute 53)Closing remarks from Jorge (minute 54)Group selfie minute 55)

During this holiday season, it seems like the perfect time to bring you the story of one of the bestselling toys ever - Cabbage Patch Kids! Inducted into the Toy Hall of Fame in 2023, Cabbage Patch Kids set every toy industry sales record for three years running from 1983-86, and has become one of the longest-running doll franchises in the United States. How did a Connecticut company produce the hottest toy of the 1980s - and then go broke? The license to produce Cabbage Patch Kids has gone through a record 7 toy companies. This episode is on the Coleco years - the toymaker with their headquarters in West Hartford.  Host Mary Donohue will share her experience buying the dolls and  Natalie Belanger, Grating the Nutmeg producer from the Connecticut Museum of Culture & History, her own childhood experience playing with the Cabbage Patch Kids. It's hard to believe after such a successful toy, but Coleco Industries were bankrupt by 1989.  The Hartford Courant published numerous full-page stories about what had gone wrong. The Courant reported that "With its revenues dropping and its debt mounting, Coleco faced some critical decisions. Toy industry analysts said the company should have  slowed its spending, cut expenses and waited for sales to improve. Instead, Coleco chose to borrow more and spend more, trying to develop a product to rival Cabbage Patch Kids. But the new toys it introduced-Rambo action figures, Furskins stuffed bears, a talking Cabbage Patch doll and Starcom space toys for boys sold only moderately well." Find out more in this episode!   ------------------------------------------ To subscribe to Connecticut Explored, the magazine of Connecticut history, visit simplecirc.com/subscribe/connecticut-explored To watch Connecticut's Hidden Gems on YouTube, visit ctpublic.org/watch/local-programming/connecticut-hidden-gems We did it! Thanks to our listeners, Grating the Nutmeg is celebrating our 10th anniversary. With over 200,000 streams, over 200 episodes and heard in over 50 countries, Grating the Nutmeg brings CT's big stories to listeners around the world! We're planning our 2026 calendar now and need your support. Help us celebrate our 10th anniversary milestone by pledging $10 a month or making a $100 donation now on our website at ctexplored.org. History matters-be part of it! This episode of Grating the Nutmeg was produced by Mary Donohue and engineered by Patrick O'Sullivan at https://www.highwattagemedia.com/   Follow GTN on our socials-Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and BlueSky. Follow executive producer Mary Donohue on Facebook and Instagram at West Hartford Town Historian. Join us in two weeks for our next episode of Grating the Nutmeg, the podcast of Connecticut history. Thank you for listening!  

#BeAGoodFriend and check out episode #152 of #FeeneyTalksWithFriends featuring Lisa Lazarus and Deb Polun. It was great to talk to my #friends, Lisa and Deb!  Lisa  is the Associate Director of Compliance & Recruitment at the YWCA Hartford Region and Deb is the Chief Strategy Officer for the Community Health Center Association of Connecticut (CHCACT).  Both Lisa and Deb serve  on The West Hartford Town Council. We talked about:The West Hartford community (minute 1)Lisa has 11 siblings!  (minute 2)Past podcast guests, Ball 4 a Cure & Shane Spencer (minute 4)Lisa works at the YWCA (minute 7)Deb attended Tulane University (minute 9)Deb was the Chair of the West Hartford Board of Education (minute 10)Deb is currently on Town Council and Lisa is running for Town Council (minute 12)Lisa worked in Hawaii for The Navy  (minute 15)Jillian Gilchrest  (minute 17)Our favorite things about West Hartford (minute 18.30)Local trees and The West Hartford Tree Project  (minute 21)Podcast sponsors (minute 23)3 Keys that make you a good fit for Town Council (minute 24)Where do you see yourself in 5 years? (minute 28)Liam Sweeney (Podcast Guest #31)  (minute 30)How was your day today at work? (minute 32)Adrienne “Ace” Billings-Smith (Podcast Guest #60) (minute 36)“Ian is my best friend!” - Deb  (minute 37)“Qualities of a good friend” - Lisa  (minute 39)Lisa's favorite teacher (minute 41)Deb's favorite teacher (minute 44)Deb's favorite restaurants: Ocho Cafe, Max Burger & Zaytoon (minute 48)Lisa's favorite restaurants: Frida, Zohara & Bricco (minute 41)Lisa's 4 dinner guests (minute 53)Deb's 4 dinner guests  (minute 54)Recommendations (minute 55)FoF swag and hat collaboration with Anthony's Abatement (minute 1.00)Wing tasting from Ocho Cafe (minute 1.02)Closing remarks (minute 1.06)Upcoming events (minute 1.08)

#BeAGoodFriend and check out episode #151 of #FeeneyTalksWithFriends featuring Shane Spencer. It was great to talk to my #friend, Shane Spencer! Shane is a former Major League Baseball Player and three time World Series Champion! Currently, he is a coach and trainer at US9 Prospects. We talked about:Our 4th Annual Golf Tournament raised $34,000 (minute 1)How Friends of Feeney started (minute 4)Shane's current plans (minute 6.30)Shane is heading to Arkansas (minute 8)Comparison to California, Arkansas and Northeast (minute 9.30)September 1998 (minute 11)Podcast Sponsors (minute 12)3 keys that make a great hitter (minute 13)Baseball games: Best, Worst, First, Last (minute 16)Getting yelled at by George Steinbrenner (minute 20)Darren Bragg (minute 23)Game 7 of the 2001 World Series (minute 25)Mariano Rivera tore his Achilles tendon at Old Timer's Game (minute 27)Spencer out! Matsui in!  (minute 28)The “Derek Jeter Gift Bag” (minute 30)Tom Watson is a good #friend (minute 32)Shane hit 3 grand slams in 9 days (minute 34)Bob Costas said Shane made a deal with the Devil (minute 35)Video of Shane's 2 homeruns while going 5 for 5 (minute 36)Shane played against and played for Eric Wedge (minute 38)Getting ejected while coaching in Somerset and Korea (minute 39.30)Why jersey #47? (minute 41)Did Shane call a radio station to talk about steroids? (minute 43)Shane threw to Jeter for “The Flip Play” (minute 45)Shane was in left field for the “PAUL O'NEILL” chants! (minute 47)Shane threw out Tony Womack at home during the World Series (minute 49)How old is El Duque, really? (minute 50)If you could go back in time, what would you change? (minute 51)Favorite restaurant is Chilis (minute 53)Shane's foursome would be Ian Poulter, Phil Mickelson & Shane Lowry (minute 54)Baseball in Ireland (minute 56)Favorite teacher (minute 58)Shane (#55) and Feeney (#165) both did walks with Frank the Tank (minute 1.00)Shane got 5 curtain calls at Yankee Stadium (minute 1.02)Chuck Knoblauch gagged Shane with the bleach blonde hair (minute 1.03)Dom Zimmer (minute 1.04)What are the 7 ways to reach first base? (minute 1.05)The Miracle League Field in West Hartford (minute 1.06)Mattie's thank you card (minute 1.07)We eat Modern Apizza (minute 1.08)Video of Feeney's walk with Frank the Tank (minute 1.09)Podcast Sponsors: Directline Media - www.directlinemediaproductions.com/The Fix IV - www.thefixivtherapy.comWest Hartford Lock - www.westhartfordlock.comKeating Agency Insurance - www.keatingagency.comGoff Law Group - www.gofflawgroup.netParkville Management - www.parkvillemanagement.comLuna Pizza - www.lunapizzawh.com/lunas-menuPeoplesBank - www.bankatpeoples.comFloat 41 - www.float41.comMaximum Beverage - www.maximumbev.comSally and Bob's - www.sallyandbobs.comSpecial Thanks to our Presenting Sponsor: French Cleaners - www.thefrenchcleaner.com

Ryan from West Hartford thinks his wife is cheating. She joined a Pickle Ball league and never lets Ryan go to any of the games. He thinks she's cheating on him.

Ryan from West Hartford thinks his wife is cheating. She joined a Pickle Ball league and never lets Ryan go to any of the games. He thinks she's cheating on him.

Nancy from Long Island called Chaz and AJ for the very first time this morning, to share some info about Lassie. Several minutes into her call, we learned she had started her day with three shots of espresso. (0:00)  Dr. Ron Clark handled the Top 10 this morning, all about the Halloween accidents and injuries that bring people to the E.R. Gotta be careful carving those pumpkins. (4:48)  In Dumb Ass News, a TikTok creator that makes music by squeezing his chickens. (18:15)  Finally! The Chaz and AJ Monster's Ball saw a costume winner that rivaled the Susan Lucci run of nominations before their first win. Lindsey was on the phone this morning to talk more about her $1,000 bat costume. (23:23)  The rotary madness in West Hartford continues, as the town engineer has blamed drivers for his bad design. Plus, Debbie was on the phone this morning to talk about the viral cat video that landed her in third place on America's Funniest Home Videos. (29:40)  Michael Bielawa was in studio for Chaz and AJ's Freak Week, talking about the most haunted places around the state of Connecticut. In the middle of his visit, Paul from Hamden called in to dump all over the segment with his opinions on ghosts. (44:18)

#BeAGoodFriend and check out episode #150 of #FeeneyTalksWithFriends featuring Ball 4 a Cure and Lonesome Eddie and the Bird DogsThe 150th Podcast Celebration was a wonderful event at New Park Brewery. Directline Media (minute 1)10 years of Ball 4 a Cure (minute 2)Starting a nonprofit organization with #friends (minute 3)Seamus Turco (minute 5)Voltron or Wu-Tang Clan (minute 6.30)Cole (minute 7.30)Bowl 4 a Cure (minute 9)Lonesome Eddie and the Bird Dogs (minute 13)Events: First, Last, Best, Worst  (minute 14.30)Special guest, Lonesome Eddie (minute 15.40)Superhero Sunday 5K (minute 20)Ball 4 a Cure has reached $500k raised (minute  24)3 Keys (sponsored by West Hartford Lock) running a nonprofit organization (minute 26)Shoutout to Dave and Tom at Fresh Ink (minute 27)French Cleaners is our Presenting Sponsor (minute 28)Proudest moment (minute 29)Favorite teachers (minute 32)Where will you be in 5 years? (minute 36)“Feeney Reese!” - Tom Borio (minute 38)Longest Putt Game and other golf games (minute 40) Sally and Bob's and chocolate chip pancakes (minute 44)Favorite restaurant and 4 dinner guests (minute 45)How did Friends of Feeney start? (minute 50)Video clip of Hudson (minute 53)Crazy Questions (minute 54)Recommendations (minute 59)TED Talk Collaborative Fundraiser? (minute 1.00)Pizza Review of Patty's Pizza (minute 1.02)Closing remarks (minute 1.07)LIVE MUSIC by Lonesome Eddie and The Bird Dogs (minute 1.08)Call Me The Breeze - Lynyrd Skynyrd (minute 1.09)Swingin' - Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers (minute 1.12)When It Rains It Pours - Luke Combs Special Thanks to our Presenting Sponsor: French Cleaners - www.thefrenchcleaner.comPodcast Sponsors: Directline Media - www.directlinemediaproductions.com/The Fix IV - www.thefixivtherapy.comWest Hartford Lock - www.westhartfordlock.comKeating Agency Insurance - www.keatingagency.comGoff Law Group - www.gofflawgroup.netParkville Management - www.parkvillemanagement.comLuna Pizza - www.lunapizzawh.com/lunas-menuPeoplesBank - www.bankatpeoples.comFloat 41 - www.float41.comMaximum Beverage - www.maximumbev.comSally and Bob's - www.sallyandbobs.com

#BeAGoodFriend and check out episode #149 of #FeeneyTalksWithFriends featuring Eric Bergenn and Ryan McGinnis. It was great to talk, eat and drink with my good #friends, Eric and Ryan at the office of Bergenn Financial Group. Ryan owns Ryan's Softwash and Eric owns Bergenn Financial Group. We talked about:Bergenn's podcast intro (minute 1)Podcast sponsors (minute 3)Float 41 (minute 4.30)Ryan Young and PeoplesBank (minute 6.30)Ryan Keating and Agent Shamrock (minute 7.40)4th Annual Friends of Feeney Golf Tournament (minute 8.30)Swing analysis from Dave at GolfTech  (minute 10)WeHa Whiskey Fest (minute 12)What makes Tom a good #friend? (minute 13.30)MGMT at Wesleyan University (minute 15.40)Dave Matthews Band (minute 17.40)Nicole (Wife of Feeney) calls in (minute 18.30)Compare/Contrast Ryan's Softwash to Bergenn Financial Group (minute 24)Eric's day (minute 30)Ryan's day (minute 33)Friends of Feeney at AC Petersens (minute 35)Eagle Rare bourbon tasting (minute 38)BFG logo (minute 40)Dan Hovey and Tony Sisti (minute 42)Ball clip giveaway from Goff Law Group (minute 44)Sally and Bob's food tasting (minute 47)Claudia and Sophia from Sally and Bob's (minute 50)Sweet Bear Coffee and past podcast guests (minute 53)Ryan attended the “Friends of Nicholas”  Yard Goats game (minute 54)Ryan and Anthony at Elmwood Barbershop (minute 55)Anthony's sister was a “mother's helper” for Feeney's twins (minute 56)Stefani's “Coldplay moment” at the Yard Goats game (minute 59)D. Locke (#58) calls in about fantasy football (minute 1.02)Bellu Jean Creative at Gveenah (minute 1.06)Friends of Feeney Toy Drive (minute 1.08)West Hartford Trivia (minute 1.09)The JCC (minute 1.11)Recommendations: Bandle app, E Bikes, It's Playtime in Avon (minute 1.13)Closing remarks (minute 1.17)Podcast Sponsors: Directline Media - www.directlinemediaproductions.com/The Fix IV - www.thefixivtherapy.comWest Hartford Lock - www.westhartfordlock.comKeating Agency Insurance - www.keatingagency.comGoff Law Group - www.gofflawgroup.netParkville Management - www.parkvillemanagement.comLuna Pizza - www.lunapizzawh.com/lunas-menuPeoplesBank - www.bankatpeoples.comFloat 41 - www.float41.comMaximum Beverage - www.maximumbev.comSally and Bob's - www.sallyandbobs.com

Georgia Zikas joins the show to answer a question from a fellow designer whose firm is experiencing a slowdown in new business. Zikas,  whose firm is based in West Hartford, Connecticut, jumps in with advice on the importance of conducting regular assessments on a firm's financial health, tips for curating a network that produces potential clients and the importance of conducting regular assessments on a firm's financial health.LINKSGeorgia ZikasKaitlin PetersenBusiness of HomeThis episode was sponsored by Four Hands and Crypton. 

The Great folks of The University of St Joseph in West Hartford stop by and they have a bunch of great things going on in the community as well as on campus!

Dr Jared Wasser from ProHealth Physicians of West Hartford talks about lowering your cholesterol and when it could be time to use medication to do so.

#BeAGoodFriend and check out episode #148 of #FeeneyTalksFantasyFootball featuring Nick Lombardo. It was great to talk with my #nephew, Nick! Nick's Picks is a #NephewOfFeeney, Fantasy Football Guru and Three Time Champion.  We talked about:“Take Your Kid to Work Day” at Collins Aerospace (minute 1)241 Sports Camp (minute 2.30)JJ Zachariason sound effect (minute 4.30)West Hartford Dad's FFB League (minute 5.20)Nick attended a Yard Goats game and did the high five tunnel (minute 6.20)Mason, another #NephewOfFeeney attended Malik Naber's Football Camp (minute 9)Top 5 players to draft (minute 10.40)Sleepers  (minute 15.30)Fantasy League smack talk (minute 17.20)Players to avoid (minute 18.30)Kickers or no kickers? (minute (minute 20)Sam's Wood-n-Tap championship story (minute 21)Hot or not? (minute 23)Start, Cut, Bench (minute 26)Nick's Fantasy Football League (minute 28)Podcast sponsors (minute 32)3 Keys (Sponsored by New England Door & Security) for drafting fantasy football (minute 33)Fantasy Football Teams: First, Last, Best, Worst (minute 37)Nick will be attending Suffield Academy (minute 38)Nick was on a tear for CT Titans Baseball (minute 39)Uncle BJ (#51) has a good sense of humor (minute 41)Family Field Day (minute 42)Aunt Titi (minute 47)Grandpa BQ is a talented drummer (minute 49)Nick's favorite restaurant and 4 dinner guests (minute 50)Photos from past events that Nick attended (minute 54)Aunt Coley aka Nicole Feeney (minute 58)Another #NephewOfFeeney Joe Joe golf story (minute 59)Recommendations (minute 1.00)Upcoming events (minute 1.01)Podcast Sponsors: DirectLine Media - www.directlinemediaproductions.com/The Fix IV - www.thefixivtherapy.comWest Hartford Lock - www.westhartfordlock.comKeating Agency Insurance - www.keatingagency.comGoff Law Group - www.gofflawgroup.netParkville Management - www.parkvillemanagement.comLuna Pizza - www.lunapizzawh.com/lunas-menuPeoplesBank - www.bankatpeoples.comFloat 41 - www.float41.comMaximum Beverage - www.maximumbev.comSally and Bob's - www.sallyandbobs.com

Join host Melissa Morriss-Olson for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Rhona C. Free, president of the University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford, Connecticut. As the first non-Catholic president of this Catholic institution founded by the Sisters of Mercy, Dr. Free has transformed USJ into what the Carnegie Foundation recently recognized as an "opportunity college"—one of only 16% of institutions nationwide that successfully combines high access for diverse students with high post-graduation earnings.In this episode, Dr. Free shares her remarkable journey from first-generation college student and immigrant to transformational university president. Her unique background as an economist trained in both radical social justice economics and traditional market analysis has shaped her approach to institutional leadership, combining strategic decision-making with unwavering values.Listeners will discover how Dr. Free navigated the historic 2018 transition from women's college to coeducational institution, including the data-driven analysis that informed this pivotal decision and the comprehensive strategy that ensured its success. She reveals the fascinating story behind recruiting legendary UConn basketball coach Jim Calhoun and explains how strategic investment in athletics complemented rather than competed with academic excellence.Throughout the conversation, Dr. Free demonstrates what colleagues describe as her "calm and steady" leadership style, rooted in thorough consultation, deliberate decision-making, and her grandmother's wisdom that "an ounce of performance is worth a pound of preaching." She discusses how her economics training helps her understand institutional behaviors and student motivations while maintaining focus on creating opportunities for those who might otherwise be overlooked.The episode explores themes of values-based leadership, strategic transformation, the intersection of mission and financial sustainability, and the profound impact of believing in student potential regardless of background. Dr. Free's insights offer valuable lessons for anyone interested in educational leadership, institutional change management, or creating equity in higher education.Key topics include the founding mission and current culture of USJ, the role of athletics in institutional transformation, navigating controversy through consultation and transparency, applying economic principles to educational leadership, creating scholarship programs that expand access, and maintaining personal grounding through family support and daily practices like running.This conversation illuminates how effective leadership combines strategic thinking with genuine care for others, demonstrating that institutions can be both mission-driven and financially successful when guided by leaders who understand that investing in people creates the highest returns.About Dr. Rhona C. Free: Dr. Free serves as president of the University of St. Joseph in West Hartford, Connecticut. She holds advanced degrees in economics and previously served in leadership roles at Eastern Connecticut State University. Under her leadership, USJ has been recognized as Connecticut's only "opportunity college" by the Carnegie Foundation and American Council on Education.About Ingenious U: Ingenious U explores the stories and strategies of higher education's most innovative leaders, examining how they navigate challenges, drive transformation, and create lasting impact in theirinstitutions and communities.

Chaz and AJ's Bad Idea Island now included the infamous Quizno's Spongemonkeys. Ruth did her best to explain why this was all bad, but it may have only convinced everyone that the spongemonkeys deserve to return. (0:00)  Former Hartford Police Detective Brian Foley was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning, talking about all the steps investigators with the FBI have been going through to apprehend the Charlie Kirk shooter. During his call, it was reported that the shooter had already been caught. (5:59)  Chaz and AJ had asked the Tribe to call in something different, but a mom heard a story get mentioned and wanted to highlight some details. A West Hartford teacher was accused in news reports of "tickling," but mom says that is not the way to describe what was happening. (20:54)  Boss Keith, recently promoted, needed a new title before the Top 5 started today. Once things got rolling, he shared the things everyone needs to stop doing in emails. (29:24) 

#BeAGoodFriend and check out episode #147 of #FeeneyTalksWithFriends featuring  Jamie Arber.It was great to talk with my #friend, Jamie! Jamie is the Executive Director of The Supported Living Group.  We talked about:Explain “Supported Living Group” to a Third Grader (minute 1)Type of supports provided (minute 2)Jamie's inspiration for getting into the field (minute 3.30)Christos and The Three Kings of Pizza (minute 7)What makes Jonah Francis (#112) a good #friend? (minute 8)What is C.B.I.S., L.P.C. & E.M.D.R.? (minute 10)Hypnosis (minute 14)Inspire Arts CT (minute 15.30)Healing by Growing Gardens (minute 18)3 Keys (Sponsored by New England Door & Security) for being the Executive Director (minute 19.30)The mission of The Supported Living Group (SLG) (minute 23)The Culture Code (minute 24)Programs: First, Last, Best, Worst (minute 26)SLG donated art to The Avon Police Department (minute 32)The spectrum of the brain injury community (minute 35)The Notebook (minute 38)Jamie's head injury (minute 41)How Chris Brisson got involved (minute 44)LaRey's story of success (minute 46)The Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program (minute 49)Where will SLG be in 5 years? (minute 52)Jamie's accent and slang (minute 53.30)Jamie's favorite restaurant and 4 dinner guests (minute 55)Newbrook Kitchen (minute 57)Upcoming events (minute 59)Closing remarks (minute 1.01)Podcast Sponsors: DirectLine Media - www.directlinemediaproductions.com/The Fix IV - www.thefixivtherapy.comWest Hartford Lock - www.westhartfordlock.comKeating Agency Insurance - www.keatingagency.comGoff Law Group - www.gofflawgroup.netParkville Management - www.parkvillemanagement.comLuna Pizza - www.lunapizzawh.com/lunas-menuPeoplesBank - www.bankatpeoples.comFloat 41 - www.float41.comMaximum Beverage - www.maximumbev.comSally and Bob's - www.sallyandbobs.com

#BeAGoodFriend and check out episode #146 of #FeeneyTalksWithFriends featuring Tom Holtz and Ryan McKenna. My cohost Rob and I had a great conversation with our #friends, Tom and Ryan.Tom and Ryan are the owners of Insight Plus Technology. We talked about:Insight Plus Technology (minute 1)Tom's story (minute 2)Inspiration for the name and logo (minute 4)Alarm, lights, thermostat system for your house (minute 8)The Waterbug Feature  (minute 11)Podcast sponsors (minute 13)3 Keys (Sponsored by New England Door & Security) for being business owners (minute 14)Bristol Tech (minute 16)Projects: First, Last, Best, Worst (minute 17)Scott's pool project which led to the FoF golf event (minute 25)Rob's outside TV (minute 28)Tom won closest to the pin at last year's FoF golf event (minute 30)Nothing Bundt Cake (minute 32)Top 4 services provided (minute 33)Google reviews (minute 39)The “What makes _____ a good #friend?” Game (minute 41)Friends of Feeney bourbon (minute 44)Bristol trivia (minute 46)Bristol Blues baseball game (minute 55)Favorite teachers (minute 57)Favorite restaurants with 4 dinner guests  (minute 1.00)Recommendations (minute 1.04)Upcoming events (minute 1.07)Closing remarks (minute 1.09)Sugarland - CHEERS! (minute 1.11) Podcast Sponsors: DirectLine Media - www.directlinemediaproductions.com/The Fix IV - www.thefixivtherapy.comWest Hartford Lock - www.westhartfordlock.comKeating Agency Insurance - www.keatingagency.comGoff Law Group - www.gofflawgroup.netParkville Management - www.parkvillemanagement.comLuna Pizza - www.lunapizzawh.com/lunas-menuPeoplesBank - www.bankatpeoples.comFloat 41 - www.float41.comMaximum Beverage - www.maximumbev.comSally and Bob's - www.sallyandbobs.com

Another prominent Democrat has entered the campaign for Congress in the Hartford area first district.  West Hartford state Representative Jillian Gilchrest is challenging longtime incumbent John Larson for the Democratic nomination next year.  Former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin previously entered the campaign along with Hartford Board of Education member Ruth Fortune and Southington Town Councilor Jack Perry. We talked about this race heating up as well as other major state political stories with WTNH Political Reporter, Mike Cerulli. IMAGE CREDIT: Melissa Sheketoff

On The Dominic Carter Show, Dominic talks about a confrontation where a man harassed two Republicans in West Hartford, Connecticut and asks callers how they might deal with the situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Be amazed by the complete turnaround of Josh Poteet, from an alcoholic in a “Jesus adjacent” family to a pastor and author on discipleship in the home. Hear his compelling testimony as he eloquently and humorously comes to the truth and heart of "The Gospel of Done.”  ” One by one as my world orbited around drinking, alcoholism started getting a hold of me. . . Everything that I thought gave me value was evaporating. And so my view on God continued in that vein of 'Yeah, God's real, but how could he possibly care about a guy like me?'” Josh finally comes to the end of himself when he realizes God does care–so much that He gave His son! And the story of Josh's baptism will have you laughing and crying. This is a great show to share with those you know who might be suffering from alcoholism. There is hope in Jesus.Helpful LinksJosh's book: Parenting Against the Current: Taking Back Discipleship in Your HomeJosh's Church, 180 Life Church, West Hartford, CTGalatians 2:21Josh's article on The Disciple-Making Family, from Discipleship.orgHelp for AlcoholicsTeen Challenge (Adults Too)JC Recovery CenterFaith HomeOxford Treatment CenterRecovery PlaceFaith in RecoveryLet us know what you thought of the show!Follow One80 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or our website.Never miss a One80. Join our email list. Follow us on Instagram.Share One80, here's how!OneWay Ministries

If you feel like you're treading water all the time as a parent, you're at the mercy of culture's current.  Our guest, Josh Poteet, lead pastor of 180 Life Church in West Hartford, CT, talks with us on this episode about ways to keep your family anchored, and what discipleship looks like in a family setting.  Parenting Against the Current: Taking Back Discipleship in Your Home Parentingagainstthecurrent.com

Ellen Oh is an award-winning author and editor of middle grade and young adult books such as The Colliding Worlds of Mina Lee, YOU ARE HERE, Haru Zombie Dog Hero, Finding Junie Kim, The Dragon Egg Princess, The Spirit Hunters series (Books 1, 2, and 3), and the Prophecy trilogy (Prophecy, Warrior; and King). She is also the editor of WNDB's middle grade anthology Flying Lessons and Other Stories, and the YA anthology A Thousand Beginnings and Endings. Ellen is a founding member of We Need Diverse Books (WNDB), a non-profit organization dedicated to increasing diversity in children's literature. Originally from New York City, Ellen now lives in Rockville, Maryland, with her husband, three children, two dogs, and has yet to satisfy her quest for a decent bagel.Melissa Thom, MA, (she/her) is a teacher librarian at Bristow Middle School in West Hartford, CT. She has been an educator for 22 years and is the immediate past President of the Connecticut Association of School Librarians (CASL). She was a 2019 AASL Social Media Superstar Reader Leader finalist and a Library Journal Mover and Shaker in 2022. In her free time, she sews #LiteracyInspiredCrafts for her Joyful Making Etsy Shop.

Note: This episode contains strong language. Griffin Dunne is Jack Goodman in John Landis’ classic horror-comedy An American Werewolf in London and Paul Hackett in Martin Scorsese’s After Hours and Loudon Trout in the Madonna-starring screwball comedy Who’s That Girl. He’s Uncle Nicky on This Is Us and Professor Dudenoff on Only Murders in the Building and Dr. Alon Parfit on Succession and Sylvére on I Love Dick. He produced After Hours and Running on Empty and Once Around. He directed Practical Magic and Addicted to Love and the documentary Joan Didion: The Center Will Not Hold. His father was the journalist and novelist and movie producer Dominick Dunne. His aunt and uncle were the journalists and novelists and screenwriters Joan Didion and John Gregory Dunne. His sister was the actress Dominique Dunne. His grandfather was a famous heart surgeon from West Hartford, Connecticut. In November, 2024, we recorded a conversation with Griffin Dunne on stage at The Mark Twain House & Museum in Hartford. It’s a lot about that complicated, sometimes tragic, often hilarious family. And it’s about movies and TV and writing. And Hartford. This hour: Griffin Dunne. GUEST: Griffin Dunne: An actor, producer, and director and the author of The Friday Afternoon Club: A Family Memoir The Colin McEnroe Show is available as a podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, TuneIn, Listen Notes, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode! Subscribe to The Noseletter, an email compendium of merriment, secrets, and ancient wisdom brought to you by The Colin McEnroe Show. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. Colin McEnroe and Dylan Reyes contributed to this show, which originally aired November 15, 2024.Support the show: http://www.wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.