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by Lee Stabert
Podcaster and Philly transplant Lee Stabert learns about Boston. She'll never be a native, but she might just learn to speak the language.
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- Yesterday48 min
Boston in the 1970s with Joseph Nevins
We're talking with Joseph Nevins, a professor and co-author of A People's Guide to Greater Boston, about this seminal decade in Boston history. From busing to the Bicentennial to the Vault, the 1970s showcased a city in transition. Lebron is a Sixer and people are freaking out. Nantucket influencer drama. Jimothy. Have feedback on this episode or ideas for upcoming topics? DM me on Instagram, email me, or send me a voice memo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 1 weeks ago52 min
Boston coffee culture with Jim Varney of Wavelength Coffee Roasters
We're chatting with Jim Varney of Wavelength Coffee Roasters about local coffee culture — from Dunkin and Coffee Connection to Keurig and $8 pour-overs. What does it mean that this regional prizes both affordable, utilitarian caffeine delivery AND serves as a hot-bed for java-centric innovation? Have feedback on this episode or ideas for upcoming topics? DM me on Instagram, email me, or send me a voice memo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 2 weeks ago54 min
Saving — and occasionally scrapping — Boston's Historic Buildings with Peter Vanderwarker and Dr. Rebecca Kemper
This conversation focuses on Boston's wealth of historic buildings — and the advantages and challenges that result. Peter Vanderwarker and Dr. Rebecca Kemper from Historic Boston Incorporated share their thoughts on the evolving city, when a building crosses the rubicon and becomes "historic" (paging City Hall), and lament some of their favorite lost structures. Philly's best cheesesteak is in the visiting clubhouse. Duck Boat disaster. 'The Five-Star Weekend' filmed on Nantucket. Have feedback on this episode or ideas for upcoming topics? DM me on Instagram, email me, or send me a voice memo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 3 weeks ago1h 11m
Nantucket with Julie Gerstenblatt
We're hopping on a ferry and heading to the "The Little Grey Lady of the Sea." Author Julie Gerstenblatt is here to talk us through her personal relationship to Nantucket, detail the island's particular charms, and explain how the whaling-mecca-turned-posh-summer-destination has evolved over the years. Primo's Hoagie Trays! Jaylen Brown to the Sixers. @Carly gets her own Nantucket lightship basket. Julie's Website. Have feedback on this episode or ideas for upcoming topics? DM me on Instagram, email me, or send me a voice memo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 4 weeks ago36 min
Tripledeckers with Matthew Dickey aka Streetscape Curator (REWIND)
I'm down the [Jersey] shore, so it's rerun time! This is one of the show's most popular episodes ever. We’re talking tripledeckers, that iconic piece of the local urban fabric with Matthew Dickey, aka Streetscape Curator. What are the origins of this vernacular architectural style? How has their identity — and their residents — changed over the years? And are we ready for a tripledecker renaissance? Have feedback on this episode or ideas for upcoming topics? DM me on Instagram, email me, or send a voice memo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- Jun 24, 202654 min
Running a restaurant in Boston with Nick Dixon
In this episode, we're chatting with chef and restauranteur Nick Dixon about what it actually takes to run a successful spot in the city of Boston, from the cost of doing business to picking the right plates, to sending back food. His new spot Dalia just opened in South Boston. Calder Gardens wows. Have feedback on this episode or ideas for upcoming topics? DM me on Instagram, email me, or send a voice memo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- Jun 17, 202650 min
Polar Seltzer with Jacqueline Cain
Crack a cold one! In this episode, we're talking about Polar Seltzer, a staple of fridges and coolers across New England. This Worcester-based company has been in business for 144 years, and it remains the gold standard for the seltzer obsessed, including our guest, food writer Jacqueline Cain. We chat about the best flavors, the recent rebrand and the Willy Wonka-esque mystery surrounding Polar. The curse of the Rocky statue strikes Ecuador. Coop Social Club in JP. Have feedback on this episode or ideas for upcoming topics? DM me on Instagram, email me, or send me a voice memo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- Jun 10, 202656 min
Putting Boston on a T-Shirt with Chris Wrenn
In this episode, we're chatting with Chris Wrenn, author of Fenway Punk: How a Boston Indie Label Scored Big on Baseball's Greatest Rivalry. He talks "Yankees Suck," going legit with Sully's Brand, and the city's enduring punk and hardcore scene. It's a true Boston story with plenty of only-in-Beantown insights. AJ Brown's AI silliness Boston has the NBA's most passionate — and most obnoxious — fans Have feedback on this episode or ideas for upcoming topics? DM me on Instagram, email me, or send me a voice memo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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