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Lost in Austin, Found in Rhinebeck: A Conversation with Our Own Alex Hannaford

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 14:45:38 +0000

Norm sits down with Alex Hannaford, a London-born, dual U.S.-U.K. citizen journalist who covers America for foreign publications and whose writing has taken him from the death rows of Texas to the pubs of east London. Rhinebeck's own, Hannaford traces his path into journalism through a gap year teaching sailing and an internship at the South China Morning Post in Hong Kong, where he found his voice as a features writer.
The conversation moves from pub culture and Indian food to the weight of capital punishment, including Hannaford's firsthand account of witnessing an execution in Oklahoma amid growing controversy over lethal injection drugs and the systemic failures, racial bias and inadequate legal representation, that plague the system. He also discusses making the animated documentary "The Last 40 Miles," which follows the transfer of a condemned man from Texas death row to Huntsville.
Closer to home, Hannaford talks about volunteering on Thames RNLI lifeboats, launching a youth sailing program in the Rhinebeck-Kingston area through Culture Connect and the Hudson River Maritime Museum, and his book "Lost in Austin," a ground-level look at how climate, explosive growth, and cost-of-living pressures have transformed one of America's fastest-changing cities.

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David Hoffman on the Life You Build When You Keep Reinventing Yourself

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:05:18 +0000

On Norm's birthday episode, guest David Hoffman looks back on a life shaped by curiosity and reinvention. He recalls early radio days in high school, studying engineering at Case Western, earning a third-class FCC license in Detroit, and landing at Vassar, where he fell in love with both '60s music and the college's carrier-current station. From there, Hoffman found his way into filmmaking, including a short inspired by Kurt Vonnegut, a documentary on Vassar's history, and festival screenings, before moving to New York to work in film and animation on an Oxberry stand. Then came the 1981 IBM PC and Lotus 1-2-3, which redirected his career entirely toward consulting and writing for PC Magazine, where he met his editor and future wife, Jane. Norm and Hoffman also share a laugh over a tennis mishap that inspired Norm's birthday gift. In closing, Hoffman describes his volunteer work as treasurer and bookkeeper for the Ulster Immigrant Defense Network, which provides food pantry access, legal aid, transportation, school coordination, and emergency rent assistance to those in need.

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This week's guest is coming up on her 25 year anniverary at the helm of one of my favorite restaurants, Gigi Trattoria, which she co-founded in 2001. She's a dietician/ entrepreneur an absolute delight: Laura Pensiero.

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:06:00 +0000

This week's guest is coming up on her 25 year anniverary at the helm of one of my favorite restaurants, Gigi Trattoria, which she co-founded in 2001. She's a dietician/ entrepreneur an absolute delight: Laura Pensiero.

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Rhinebeck’s own Charles Derbyshire Traces a Life from Theater to Television to Town

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:00:54 +0000

Norm sits down with Charles Derbyshire, who shares the story behind pronouncing his surname, his upbringing in Huntington, West Virginia, and reflections on the region’s hardship, opioids, and shifting economy centered on education and healthcare. He talks about Marshall University family ties, Appalachian identity, Hatfield lineage, and how his accent changed after years of acting training. The conversation ranges from Cajun martinis and Charles’s love of cooking—especially his gumbo—to high school basketball, his sons’ paths (one teaching at a refugee center in Cairo and one pursuing a PhD in astrophysics), and a beloved local tennis community. Charles also recounts his 15-year acting career, standout experimental theater work, world travel with Orbis International, television executive roles at Bravo/NBC and the BBC, and selling his Rhinebeck spirits shop after 20 years.

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Mezcal, Watersheds, and Trust: Bard professor Monique Segarra on Oaxaca, the Catskills, and Community-Led Sustainability

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sat, 07 Mar 2026 21:55:26 +0000

Norm welcomes back Monique Segarra, a Bard Center for Environmental Policy professor just returned from Oaxaca, to share a mezcal from a small-batch palenque as they dig into agave's long growth cycles, industrial production, and what sustainability actually means for Oaxacan producers. Segarra, who has spent a decade doing field-based work with graduate students in the region, discusses water management, payments for ecosystem services, and community-run conservation businesses that support local livelihoods. She describes Zapotec communal land governance and one northern mountain community's collectively owned enterprises, including sustainable logging, a sawmill, furniture factory, community bank, and social programs. The conversation connects to New York's Catskills watershed agreement, WAC's voluntary whole-farm planning, and trust-building organizations, alongside personal family stories.

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Dr. Amy Novatt and Marybeth Cale on Menopause, Midlife, and the Whole-Person Approach to Women's Health

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sat, 07 Mar 2026 20:52:03 +0000

Norm welcomes Dr. Amy Novatt, OB-GYN, and Marybeth Cale, a national board certified health and wellness coach, to discuss integrative approaches to midlife health, with a focus on perimenopause and menopause. They explore how coaching complements conventional medicine by addressing whole-person wellbeing across life domains, using tools like a "wellness wheel" to support self-discovery and actionable next steps. Novatt explains why clinicians are increasingly open to nutrition, acupuncture, and lifestyle medicine, and clarifies key points and cautions around hormone therapy, including how interpretations of the 2002 Women's Health Initiative have evolved.

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Rhinebeck's own Jaime Ransome on Feminism, Afrofuturism, and Curating ‘Weird Sisters’ in the Hudson Valley

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sat, 07 Mar 2026 20:17:05 +0000

Norm sits down with Rhinebeck's own Jaime Ransome, an educator, former adjunct professor, gallery manager, and one of the most compelling curators working in the Hudson Valley today. They talk family, feminism, and a life in the art world. Jaime explains her middle name (Ernestina), shares stories about her grandparents, and traces the through-line connecting spirituality, the moon, and feminist thinking, including what her mother taught her about consent and sex ed. She talks about her parents, author Lesa Cline-Ransome and James E. Ransome, and makes the case for fiction as a vehicle for deeper truth. Jaime defines Afrofuturism, recommends Octavia Butler's Parable of the Sower and Parable of the Talents, and reflects on curating an Afrofuturism show in Newburgh. She discusses her exhibition "Weird Sisters" at Dutchess Community College's Mildred Washington Gallery, and points listeners to "Crazy" at Bow Gallery in Beacon.

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From Kindergarten to Candy Store: Ally and John Traver's Rhinebeck Love Story

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 01:19:19 +0000

This Valentine's Day, Norm welcomed the cutest couple in Rhinebeck to "Correct Me If I'm Norm": Ally and John Traver, who've been part of each other's lives since kindergarten. They dated in middle and high school, lost touch for years, then found each other again on Facebook in college. Married now for 16 years, they have two sons, Charlie (6) and Dave (2.5).
They chat about growing up in Rhinebeck, their studies (Ally in history with a passion for archiving; John in economics and English), and their careers — including Ally's work in logistics and truck brokerage and John's long tenure at Samuel's Sweet Shop, where he's worked since age 15. John talks about what makes Samuel's special: its intimate footprint, nostalgic and international candy selection, the famous foil-wrapped Samuel's bars with golden ticket prizes, and the shop's deep commitment to community and ambiance. John also shares memories of Ira, the shop's founder.

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An In-Depth Chat with Author Emma Tourtelot on 'No One, You Know'

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:04:37 +0000

In this episode of 'Correct Me If I'm Norm,' host Norm sits down with author Emma Tourtelot to discuss her latest book, 'No One, You Know.' They delve into Emma's book tour experiences, the inspiration behind her mother-daughter narrative, her creative process, and the role of grief and consciousness explored in her novel. Emma also shares stories from her past as a sex and relationship columnist and her current role as a middle school librarian. Tune in for an engaging conversation full of insights into writing, family dynamics, and personal anecdotes.

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A Conversation with Victor Britton: From Engineering to Teaching and Life After Retirement

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:46:16 +0000

n this episode of 'Correct Me If I'm Norm,' host Norm sits down with Victor Britton, a retired teacher with a fascinating journey from engineering to teaching physics. They discuss Victor's early career, his transition into education, and life growing up. Victor shares personal stories, including his struggles and triumphs, and the support from his wife Diane that helped him find his passion for teaching. The conversation also touches on his recent retirement, volunteer work with Meals on Wheels, and his newfound hobby of bird watching. Throughout, they reminisce about the changes in their town of Rhinebeck, New York. Tune in for a heartfelt and informative discussion.

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From Math Major to Mainframe Sith: Misty Decker on COBOL, Cocktails, and Keeping the Mainframe Alive

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 01:33:39 +0000

Norm sits down with the one and only Misty Decker - singer, mother of two, tireless booster of Rhinebeck schools, beer aficionado, COBOL evangelist, and mainframe modernization expert known as "Darth Misty the Mainframe Sith." They kick things off with a cocktail recipe from Cooper's Daughter distillery, then dive into Misty's journey from math major to her current role at Kyndryl, where she consults on mainframe modernization. The conversation covers the complexities and human dynamics of the field, why mainframe systems still matter across industries, and how AI is changing the modernization game. Misty also shares her passion for singing with the Capella Festiva Chamber Choir.

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Rhinebeck's Joan Berland on Education, Spirituality, and Creativity

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 21:28:43 +0000

Join Norm in conversation with Joan Berland, a former teacher with over three decades of experience, including at CLS in Rhinebeck. Together with her husband Warren, they discuss Joan's unique teaching methods, her work inspired by the book 'Brain Gym,' and a transformational classroom experience that reached global recognition. Joan also shares stories from her varied teaching career—from Charlottesville to St. Martin and the profound impact of her spiritual journey. Closing the chapter on her teaching career, Joan delves into her newfound loves of quilting and cooking.

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Dave Leonard: Music, Miles, and Community

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 02 Jan 2026 01:38:27 +0000

Norm talks with Dave Leonard, Rhinebeck-based podcast host of 'Hudson Valley Unleashed,' DJ, business owner, dedicated family man, and truly amazing friend who just ran his first NYC Marathon. Dave traces his path from college radio at Denison through creating the 'Unleashed' format and building his own DJ business. The conversation gets personal as Dave opens up about surviving a near-fatal car accident, his path to sobriety, and what keeps him passionate about music after all these years. He also shares what he's working on now with his podcast and the community events he's committed to supporting.

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Debbie Hecht: Weaving Together Pride and Politics in Rhinebeck

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Thu, 25 Dec 2025 02:52:25 +0000

Norm chats with Debbie Hecht as she shares her journey into local politics, her recent election to the Rhinebeck Town Board, and her dedication to community activism. A knitter, teacher of knitting, mom and dog mom with a PhD in Classics from Columbia University, Debbie discusses how she co-founded BeckHook Pride and her experiences growing up in New York City during pivotal moments in LGBTQ history. The conversation highlights Debbie's knitting passion, protest involvement, and the joys and challenges of moving to Rhinebeck.

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Mickey Haggerty and Suzanne Kelly discuss their Green Owl Farm, selling saffron and turmeric at Rhinebeck Farmer's Market while advocating for green burial practices.

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 14:08:03 +0000

Join Norm for a conversation with Mickey Haggerty and Suzanne Kelly, fixtures at the Rhinebeck Farmer's Market where they sell saffron, turmeric, and other crops raised on their Green Owl Farm. They discuss how Mickey, a retired trust and estates attorney and the farm's official "farm hand," connected with Suzanne, author and retired professor who serves as "owner and grower," when he helped her purchase a house in Rhinebeck. They share their journey from becoming friends to establishing Green Owl Farm and advocating for green burial practices. They also cover Mickey's historical ties to Poughkeepsie and Suzanne's transition from academia to farming and becoming a cemetery administrator.

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Sam Simon on Technocracy, Privacy, and Avant-Garde Art: From Mark Zuckerberg to Charlotte Moorman

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sun, 30 Nov 2025 11:20:02 +0000

Norm welcomes Sam Simon, host of the new podcast "Technocracy for Dummies" and a Bard art history major specializing in experimental humanities. Sam explains the evolution of technocracy from its origins as a vision of scientific governance to today's reality of tech billionaires wielding unprecedented power over government and society.
Norm delves into Sam’s interest in avant-garde art and the work of video art pioneer Nam June Paik and his collaborator Charlotte Moorman, exploring the gender dynamics in the art world of the 1960s and 70s. They also discuss their generational perspectives on data privacy and social media's omnipresence, with Sam giving a Gen Z perspective on how digital platforms shape expectations and identity.

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From the Mississippi Delta to Rhinebeck: Adele Abide's Design Journey

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 28 Nov 2025 16:42:10 +0000

Norm is joined by Rhinebeck's own Adele Abide. Raised in the Mississippi Delta as a Lebanese-American, Adele shares her journey of culture shock upon arriving at the Rhode Island School of Design to study fashion. She reflects on creating her own line of dresses, transitioning to become creative director at a garden furniture company, and eventually establishing an interior decorating firm alongside her husband. Throughout the conversation, Adele discusses the influence of her family, the unique experience of growing up in a small southern town, and her winding path through fashion, art, and design, a journey that led her to finding both personal and professional fulfillment in the Hudson Valley.

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Louisiana Roots, Hudson Valley Life: A Conversation with Sheri Sceroler

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 28 Nov 2025 16:39:04 +0000

Norm sits down with Sheri Sceroler, a dynamic presence in the Hudson Valley who brings Louisiana charm to upstate New York. For 26 years, Sheri has made the region home, zipping around town on her bike or in her vintage MG convertible complete with racing number, playing competitive tennis, and building a thriving real estate career in Rhinebeck. Hailing from a culinary family in Baton Rouge, Sheri shares her journey from growing up in her family's French seafood restaurants to her varied pursuits in the Hudson Valley—including her time at the Omega Institute exploring spiritual practices and running a pet sitting business before transitioning into real estate.

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Lara Gillett on Leadership, Motorcycles, and Life in the Hudson Valley

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sat, 15 Nov 2025 11:21:17 +0000

Norm welcomes Lara Gillett, whose remarkable journey took her from Westville, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa to the Hudson Valley by way of UC Irvine, Wharton, Wall Street, and corporate America. Now a leadership and empowerment coach, Lara shares her stories from including her background in financial services, her transition into corporate consulting, and her current work helping others develop emotional intelligence. Beyond coaching, she's a self-proclaimed member of a motorcycle gang with a passion for riding, a ceramic artist running her own pottery business, and an active volunteer at a local food pantry.

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Halloween Origins and the Salem Witch Trials with Professsor Karen Sullivan

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sun, 09 Nov 2025 03:06:48 +0000

Norm welcomes back Karen Sullivan, the Irma Brandeis Professor of Romance Literature and Culture at Bard College, to explore the history and traditions of Halloween. They discuss its pagan origins in Ireland, the lore of fairy folk, and the essential Celtic holidays. Professor Sullivan shares insights on the Salem Witch Trials, examining the cultural and historical forces behind the hysteria and its tragic consequences. The conversation touches on writers like Nathaniel Hawthorne and Umberto Eco and their connections to these themes, while also exploring spectral evidence, the social dynamics of the era, and the lasting impact of these events on American history.

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Michele Linnen Brings the World Back to Rhinebeck

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sun, 09 Nov 2025 02:52:08 +0000

Norm talks with Michele Linnen, who left Rhinebeck in the 1960s and went on to live in D.C., the U.K., France, Germany, and Honduras. She's worked for the Peace Corps, for two U.S. senators, and as a child therapist. Michele shares her remarkable journey, from finding inspiration in Gertrude Stein's legendary Paris salon to forging her own path across continents. Now back in Rhinebeck, she hosts Salon 33, a venue for creative and interesting thinkers. Michele discusses her European adventures, her work as a photographer, and how her carefully curated salon gatherings have evolved over the years.

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Artistic Badass: Peter McCarty's Journey

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sun, 26 Oct 2025 11:52:24 +0000

Norm welcomes author, illustrator, teacher, and all-around artistic badass, Peter McCarty. He's written and/or illustrated dozens of books and won all the awards. They discuss his latest graphic novel and magnum opus, 'The Five Wolves.' They explore Peter's creative journey from children's picture books to complex graphic novels, discussing artistic inspiration, the decades-long process behind his work, and what it means to chase the muse. Peter shares insights on why publication dates matter, how he crafted this ambitious work over many years, and what exciting projects are coming next.

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Kati Garcia-Renart Choreographing Culture, History, and Resilience

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 00:28:47 +0000

Norm welcomes dancer and choreographer Kati Garcia-Renart for an conversation about flamenco, family heritage, and the transformative power of dance. Kati opens up about her formative years training in Spain, her work as a dance instructor at Simons Rock, and the rich historical legacy that shapes her artistic practice.
Kati and Norm explore flamenco's cultural roots and evolution, touching on themes of intergenerational trauma, resilience, and creative innovation. Kati discusses her bold experiments fusing traditional flamenco with unexpected musical genres, pushing the boundaries of this storied art form. They wrap up chatting about Kati's upcoming dance-theater production celebrating poet Federico Garcia Lorca, which she has choreographed for an intimate performance at Morton Library.

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Cocktails, Beatles, and Bar Tales with Robert Kirwood

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sat, 11 Oct 2025 10:06:47 +0000

Norm sits down with Robert Kirwood, a Rhinebeck native and seasoned bartender who's served everyone from local regulars to celebrities. Growing up in Rhinebeck and now tending bar at Rhinecellar, Kirwood shares stories from his 40-year career, from making his first cocktails to crafting classics like 'The Last Word.' The conversation covers the Beatles, booze trivia, bartending through the pandemic, innovative drink recipes, and the art of handling troublemakers with grace. Packed with humor, anecdotes, and infectious enthusiasm, they celebrate a shared passion for mixology and bar culture.

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Michele Montalbano and the Magic of Public Libraries

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 03 Oct 2025 21:32:10 +0000

Norm chats with Michele Montalbano, the Director of Programming and Outreach at the Starr Library in Rhinebeck. Michele shares insights on her Sicilian heritage, her journey into library sciences (which has included work as a teacher, archivist, literary agent, writing tutor, and crossword aficionado), and the rewarding human-centered aspects of her work. Discover her innovative programming, from writing workshops with local authors to her excitement about the upcoming Mad Hatter Ball fundraiser. Michele also dives into her personal experiences with literature, music, and the importance of play and creativity in her life. Special mentions include Jennifer Breslin, Lesa Cline-Ransome, and the unique challenges and rewards of working in libraries today. It's a tribute to the vital role of libraries in fostering community and preserving freedom to read."Read a book!"

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The Many Acts of Rhinecliff’s own Donald Corren

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 02:17:00 +0000

Norm chats with Rhinecliff’s own Donald Corren about his incredible life in theater. They kick things off with some talk about gardening before jumping into Donald's acting journey.
Donald opens up about his work in regional theaters and his current project—the new Dolly Parton musical, 'Dolly, a True Original Musical.' He shares some great behind-the-scenes stories about Dolly herself and what it was like developing the show through rehearsals and performances in Nashville.
The conversation takes us back to Donald's roots in Stockton, California, where his love for theater first bloomed, and he remembers mentors like Tom McKenzie who shaped his path. He talks about his time at Juilliard, his early professional gigs in Chicago, and eventually making it to Broadway. One role that really stands out for him is 'Souvenir,' a play about Florence Foster Jenkins that he'd love to do again someday. He also jokes about the roles that got away—like Tevye in 'Fiddler on the Roof' and Willy Loman in 'Death of a Salesman.'
On a more personal note, Donald shares the beautiful story of his relationship with Richard Prouse, whom he met at the Goodspeed Opera House. Decades later, they got married at that very same spot. He gets real about coming to terms with his identity, navigating early career hurdles like the draft, and settling into life in Rhinebeck, NY.
Donald also talks about his time away from theater when he wrote for industrial shows (which seriously helped pay the bills) and even his work with Martha Stewart, showing just how versatile he is beyond the stage.

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Cecile Callan: Actress, Writer, Storyteller

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 10:54:38 +0000

Norm is joined by actress and writer Cecile Callan. Callen discusses her career journey from New York theater, including work at Cafe Central and the Public Theater, to television roles in Los Angeles on shows like "Hill Street Blues" and “ER.” She shares insights on entertainment industry challenges, her creative writing work and her upcoming psychological thriller film "Angels Twice Descending."

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Building Community One Porch at a Time with Nancy McKay

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Mon, 08 Sep 2025 11:41:52 +0000

Join Norm as he sits down with community organizer Nancy McKay to discuss the upcoming Rhinebeck Porch Fest, happening this Saturday, September 13th. Nancy walks us through the details of this popular local event, which features 44 bands performing on porches along Chestnut and Livingston streets. The day-long festival offers a variety of musical styles, from indie folk to jazz, with food trucks stationed throughout the neighborhood to keep attendees fed. Nancy also shares stories from her diverse career background, including her years in the beauty industry working with brands like Estee Lauder and Tom Ford Beauty, and her unexpected connection to the Kentucky Derby winner's circle. These days, she's focused on organizing community events that bring neighbors together in Rhinebeck.

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The Scholar's Journey: Professor Karen Sullivan on Literature, Learning, and Life

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Thu, 04 Sep 2025 12:11:26 +0000

Norm sits down with Rhinecliff resident Karen Sullivan, the Irma Brandeis Professor of Romance Literature and Culture at Bard College, for a conversation that spans centuries and continents. Karen specializes in medieval studies and is acclaimed for her research on historical and literary truths in medieval French and Occitan literature. She discusses her various interests, from her academic work in medieval and Renaissance studies to learning the cello and conducting bear research in the Arctic Circle for her newest book on the medieval bear. What ties her scholarship together is her exploration of how we know what we know, and the search for truth across history, literature, and personal experience. Follow Karen's academic journey as she reflects on staying humble, embracing the beginner's experience, and finding meaningful connections between literature, history, and culture.

01:00 – Introduction
03:00 – Karen’s academic background and interests
11:00 – The adventure of learning cello
16:00 – Bears in history, literature, and the wild
31:00 – Teaching, research, and the value of humility
46:00 – Irish literature, hidden histories, and poetry
1:11:00 – Why medieval literature matters today

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Poetry, Politics, and Performance with Sexual Gumby (O.K. Fox)

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sat, 30 Aug 2025 01:40:50 +0000

Norm sits down with guest O.K. (Oskar) Fox, for an in-depth conversation. Oskar is a multifaceted artist who grew up near Rhinebeck and discusses the experience of returning to the area as an adult. The discussion covers Oskar's transition journey, his artistic influences, and the challenges of being an artist in a neighborhood undergoing gentrification. Oskar, who identifies as he/him and also performs under the drag name Sexual Gumby, shares perspectives on his creative process, community organizing work, and his commitment to collaborative artistic practice. He explores themes around gender expression and the intersection of art and activism. The episode concludes with Oskar reading from his recent poetry and reflecting on how his family background has shaped his approach to social change.

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Norm-ally We Don't Make a Big Deal - Celebrating Norm!

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Thu, 21 Aug 2025 17:39:08 +0000

Join guest host Kimmi Berlin and Norm Magnusson for this special celebration of Correct me If I'm Norm's 200th episode and four-year milestone on Radio Free Rhinecliff. Past guests share moving reflections on what makes Norm's interviews special—his genuine curiosity and unique conversational gifts. The episode traces Norm's path as both dedicated listener and accomplished artist, covering everything from his solo art shows and the FISM movement he created, to his journey as a father and his deep commitment to serving others. It's a heartfelt exploration of how creativity, community, and authentic connection shape a life and a show.

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Inside the World of Professional Interviewing and Personal Growth with Cali Alpert

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sat, 16 Aug 2025 09:55:37 +0000

Norm sits down with Cali Alpert, a professional interviewer with years of experience across television, podcasts, and radio. Cali shares insights into her journey, from her early interest in Barbara Walters to creating her website theinnerviewer.net, where she offers one-on-one coaching on interviewing skills and personal development. Norm goes into Cali's life story, her spiritual journey, and her thoughts on modern relationship dynamics.

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Swiss Training to Terrapin Triumph: Swiss Training to Terrapin Triumph: Djan Paunovic’s Hospitality Journey

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 10:39:45 +0000

Norm chats with Djan Paunovic, whose remarkable career spans continents and decades in the hospitality industry. Born in Brooklyn and raised in Switzerland, Djan now serves as a cornerstone of Rhinebeck's dining scene at Terrapin Restaurant.
Djan shares his stories from his early career in Switzerland, working at prestigious establishments like the Robinson Club and ski resort bars. Most remarkably, as a teenager navigating his parents' divorce, he traveled solo across Europe to reconnect with family, demonstrating the independence that would serve him throughout his career. Returning to the United States, Djan played a key role in opening the Emerson Resort and Spa with Dean Gida. Though he briefly considered relocating to Colorado, a conversation with Terrapin Restaurant owner Josh Kroner led to what became his professional home for the past 17 years, where he serves as lead manager and beverage director. Djan discusses his personal life, including his pride in his children, who occasionally help at the restaurant but wisely chose different career paths. He candidly addresses industry challenges from COVID-19 impacts to staffing difficulties, while sharing entertaining celebrity encounters. His philosophy remains consistent: every guest deserves exceptional treatment regardless of their status.
They explore Djan's Yugoslav heritage, including traditional foods and the craft of making slivovitz, a plum brandy that connects him to his cultural roots. These discussions reveal how his diverse background enriches his approach to hospitality.

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In Conversation with Lillian Lin: A Story of Resilience

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sun, 27 Jul 2025 15:02:45 +0000

Norm sits down with Lillian Lin for an intimate and wide-ranging discussion, exploring the extraordinary tapestry of her life experiences. Lillian discusses her medical odyssey, beginning with a stage four neuroblastoma diagnosis as an infant that recently led to kidney transplant surgery. She reflects on how her health journey has shaped her relationship with her teenage son, whose interest in pursuing medicine stems partly from witnessing his mother's medical experiences.

Norm and Lillian explore the complexities of organ donation, including the emotional challenges that accompany the process. Shifting to lighter territory, Lillian recounts how a chance job as a cocktail waitress became the gateway to her finance career, leading her through the high-pressure worlds of Kidder Peabody and Goldman Sachs trading floors, as well as her professional time in London.

Personal milestones weave throughout their conversation, from meeting her former husband through work to navigating the complex journey of surrogacy, complete with its legal and financial complexities. Lillian's worldview comes into sharp focus as she describes her volunteer work at orphanages across Africa, Guatemala, and Vietnam, experiences that provided profound contrast to her finance career's intensity. She talks about her transition into real estate, her move to Pine Plains attracted by a property with prohibition-era history, and her current pursuits including piano and pickleball. Through it all, Lillian's story is one of resilience, the importance of maintaining perspective, and how life's unexpected turns can lead to meaningful discoveries about ourselves and our capacity for growth.

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Trains, Tariffs, and Football: A Conversation with Dairo Chamorro

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 25 Jul 2025 18:15:12 +0000

Norm sits down with graphic designer extraordinaire and jetsetter; Dairo Chamorro “Mayor of Amtrak.” They share Japanese vodka cocktails while exploring Dairo's colorful journey from Reuters journalist to scotch whiskey entrepreneur, discussing his global travels, family stories, business challenges including tariffs and logistics, his talent for befriending strangers from Amtrak trains to international destinations, and his surprising passion for Watford football and Kingston Stockade soccer.

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From Southern France to Southern Charm: Artist Nadine Robbins

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sat, 12 Jul 2025 18:52:45 +0000

Norm chats with artist Nadine Robbins about her French-American upbringing and artistic journey. Nadine shares memories of childhood in southern France and growing up bilingual.
The conversation covers Nadine's artistic evolution from painting oysters inspired by her Charleston coastal roots to her career breakthrough when an unsolicited gallery submission launched her professional success. She discusses how an eye injury transformed her painting technique, pushing her work toward hyperrealism with enhanced texture. Nadine explains her transition from gallery exhibitions to commissioned portraits, drawing on her graphic design background to create pieces that blend realistic detail with bold colors and rebellious elements. She shares her creative influences and approach to capturing familiar subjects with unexpected twists. They wrap up with Nadine discussing her latest politically-charged series inspired by music and her upcoming participation in the Upstate Art Weekend open studio event. Throughout, Norm and Nadine explore how heritage, artistic vision, and creative process shape her evolving work.

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Leslie Hill fills in for Norm with special guest Zev Le Wolfe

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Thu, 10 Jul 2025 09:32:21 +0000

From Brooklyn to global stages and now Milan, NY-he's a former globe-trotting DJ, a community events organizer and a brand-new dad: please welcome the always charming Zev Le Wolfe.

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The Absurdist Immigrant: Tanvir Alam's American Story

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sun, 29 Jun 2025 21:18:16 +0000

Norm sits down with Tanvir Alam to explore an extraordinary immigrant story that spans continents and cultures. Tanvir opens up about his path from Bangladesh to America, beginning with his family's early days in tight quarters in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and his formative years in a multicultural community. Their conversation weaves through the challenges of finding one's place between worlds—the push and pull of maintaining heritage while embracing new opportunities.
As both an engineer and attorney, Tanvir reflects on the unexpected turns his professional life has taken, while also sharing deeply personal moments, including his cross-cultural marriage to a Hindu woman that challenged traditional expectations on both sides. The discussion ventures into philosophical territory as Tanvir discusses how Albert Camus' philosophy of absurdism and the Stoic principle of 'Amor Fati'—embracing one's destiny—have shaped his perspective on navigating life's complexities and uncertainties.

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Bebe Ochs Miscedra: A Rhinebeck Life Through Changing Times

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Thu, 19 Jun 2025 18:14:42 +0000

Norm chats with Bebe Ochs Miscedra about her distinctive name and life in Rhinebeck. Bebe reflects on her childhood, early political influences from Bobby Kennedy, and her strong opinions about Nixon and Trump. They explore how Rhinebeck evolved from a working-class town to a commercial hub, sharing local history and personal memories. Bebe discusses her educational path, career working with people with developmental disabilities, and a brief stint in California that didn't suit her. The wide-ranging conversation covers personal beliefs, family relationships, and concludes with heartfelt appreciation between them.

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Susan Ray: Zen, Cinema, and Life After Nicholas Ray

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Thu, 19 Jun 2025 15:19:51 +0000

Norm chat with Susan Ray. They discuss her time as an ordained monk at a California monastery, her husband Nicholas Ray's acclaimed but controversial film career, and their collaboration on the experimental film 'We Can't Go Home Again.' Susan opens up about navigating grief, her husband's alcoholism and AA recovery, and her spiritual exploration after his death. She also shares her current projects: writing an autobiographical novel, running a cleanse business, and preserving Nicholas Ray's legacy through their foundation

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The Historian's Path: Local Author and Historian Robert Donaldson Reflects on Decades of Teaching Law and European History at Rhinebeck High School

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 12:52:48 +0000

Norm welcomes Robert Donaldson, a retired educator and local historian who dedicated decades to teaching at Rhinebeck High School, where he specialized in Law and European History. As a distinguished expert on the region's bluestone industry history, Bob takes listeners through his remarkable journey from his early days serving in the Coast Guard Reserve to his fulfilling career as an educator beloved by students and colleagues alike.
During their conversation, Bob discusses his deep involvement with the mock trial program and his genuine passion for legal education. He shares insights from his extensive research documenting Ulster County's bluestone industry, work that has contributed significantly to preserving the region's industrial heritage. The discussion also touches on personal aspects of his life, including his family's rich history, his connection to the Marist Brothers, and memories of growing up in the Bronx.

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Mapping Life: From the Bronx to Broadcasting at PANDA with Red Hook’s own Eric Riback

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sat, 24 May 2025 14:35:56 +0000

Norm sits down with veteran map publisher Eric Riback from his Bronx childhood dreams of radio stardom to founding two successful map companies, Eric's story weaves through game show tapings, National Geographic collaborations, and map-selling ventures in Maine. Eric shares tales of his Russian revolutionary grandparents, his parents' communist connections, and his current work boosting viewership at PANDA, the local public access television station in Northern Dutchess County. Eric shares the "Burnt Trailer" cocktail, popular in Maine, is a simple mix of two parts Moxie to one part Allen's Coffee Brandy. It's considered a Maine tradition.

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Emily Sachar: A Life in Journalism and Beyond

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Mon, 19 May 2025 10:42:57 +0000

Norm interviews Emily Sachar, editor and founder of The Daily Catch, a hyperlocal newspaper covering Red Hook and Rhinebeck. They discuss her journey from a curious 11-year-old taking a bus to downtown St. Louis to becoming an intern at The Washington Post under Bob Woodward. Sachar shares insights into the challenges and rewards of local journalism, including the ethics of non-partisan reporting and the community's response to her work. They also touch on current local issues, including a boat club eminent domain case and a failing wastewater treatment plant. Sachar reveals personal anecdotes about her upbringing, her diverse career path, and her recent Parkinson's diagnosis, illustrating her resilience and dedication to her community.

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Josh Kroner

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sun, 04 May 2025 10:52:02 +0000

For 22 years, this week’s guest has been the creative chef behind one of Rhinebeck’s most popular restaurants: Terrapin. He’s a driving force behind “A Taste of Rhinebeck” (May 7) for the Chamber of Commerce , a dad & an all around great guy, Josh Kroner.

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Mademoiselle Dana Estelle.

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sun, 04 May 2025 09:50:48 +0000

This week’s guest is a graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology and owner/creative force behind Rhinebeck’s own beautiful hat shop: The Brooklyn Millinery Company.She’s a feral cat wrangler & wild hat maker: Mademoiselle Dana Estelle.

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Todd Germann

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Thu, 24 Apr 2025 12:52:33 +0000

This week’s guest graduated Rhinebeck H.S., went to DCC & Syracuse, worked in architecture in Southampton and Millbrook & came back home to make some of the most intriguing & precise paintings around, Rhinebeck’s own Mr. Todd Germann.

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Tony Tackaberry

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sun, 20 Apr 2025 11:00:53 +0000

This week’s guest is the longtime producer of the hit TV show “Cash Cab” as well as a whole slew of true crime shows, including “Crimes Gone Viral”, “Diabolical”, “Dead Reckoning” and more. He’s Rhinebeck’s own Tony Tackaberry.

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Jay Behrke

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sat, 12 Apr 2025 20:09:16 +0000

This week’s guest is an accomplished media professional, both behind & in front of the camera as well as on the printed page, where he’s worked jobs such as beat reporter & editor. He was a photo editor and is currently a teaching tennis pro and Rhinecliff resident, Mr. Jay Behrke.

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Terry Euell

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sun, 06 Apr 2025 18:51:12 +0000

This week’s guest was born in the Bronx, has called Rhinebeck home since middle school, played college baseball at St. John, attended the CIA, started and ran a R.E. company with his dad and has been a chef ever since, Mr. Terry Euell

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Al Mazzella - Owner & boss of Rhinebeck Village Pizza

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sun, 23 Mar 2025 21:23:13 +0000

This week’s guest is the amazing,surprising, delightfully loud owner & boss of Rhinebeck Village Pizza. He weighs in on white pizza, pineapple on pizza, growing up in Brooklyn & spending decades as a local luminary in Rhinebeck, Mr. Al Mazzella.

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Jeff Boyle

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Mon, 17 Mar 2025 11:38:00 +0000

This week’s guest is a carpenter, a stand-up comedian, an artist, a disc golf enthusiast, a Rhinebeck native, a Sinterklass Grumpus, and an all-around delightful guy; I had such a great time talking with Mr. Jeff Boyle!

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Jon & Delyse Hanson Berry

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 17:14:16 +0000

This week's guests were married in Rhinebeck 17 years ago, moved their lives here 7 years ago, and opened their real estate brokerage/interior design studio/ home decor shop, Upstate Down, 5 years ago. They're the most intersting people people around and I'm so happy to have Jon & Delyse Hanson Berry as tonight's guests.

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Ricardo Gutierrez De Zubiaurre Garcia Urtiaga

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Wed, 05 Mar 2025 14:57:08 +0000

This week’s guest has even more zones of genius than he has names: he’s been a professor of media arts, a computer code creator, a producer for Spanish TV, a dad,a photographer & more! I’m so excited that Ricardo Gutierrez De Zubiaurre Garcia Urtiaga, aka “el guapo” is finally coming in to talk!

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Mickey Duzyj

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sat, 22 Feb 2025 15:16:06 +0000

This week’s guest is a native Michigander and three time Emmy-nominated artist and director; he’s a writer an illustrator whose work is truly amazing, and is the author of the classic “I Was a Teenage Goth Tennis Champion”, Rhinebeck’s own Mickey Duzyj

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Mr. & Mrs. Jacob and Sarah Chenais Hutchings

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sat, 15 Feb 2025 21:52:41 +0000

Today’s special Valentine’s Day guests are the sweetest, loveliest married couple you’d ever want to meet. She’s from France and he’s from Larchmont but they’re Rhinebeck Royalty now, Mr. & Mrs. Jacob and Sarah Chenais Hutchings.

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Joanne Gelb & Franc Palaia

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Thu, 13 Feb 2025 11:29:11 +0000

This week’s guest curated the exhibition “Movement” which opens tomorrow at the Dorsky Museum of Art and features several Rhinebeck artists, some of whom (Joanne Gelb & Franc Palaia) will join us to discuss art and curation and other fun stuff.

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Vicki L. Haak

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sun, 09 Feb 2025 12:46:02 +0000

This week’s guest is voted “Most Likely to be Presented with a Key to the City”. She’s worked with or volunteered for the Morton Memorial Library, Wilderstein, the Chamber of Commerce, Southlands, Winnakee,the Center for Performing Arts, and many others. She’s Rhinebeck luminary Vicki L. Haak.

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Christian Mundigo

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Wed, 05 Feb 2025 14:44:33 +0000

This week’s guest is a polyglot and wine enthusiast; was raised in Brazil, Mexico, Switzerland & the U.S.; worked in NY, London and Tokyo; has traveled the world but found a place to call home right here in Rhinebeck, Christian Mundigo.

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John Shrader

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 23:45:00 +0000

This week’s guest left NC for NYC, left his job designing high-end novelty sweaters for Disney & Dr. Suess, went to work at QVC designing clothes for the super successful Quacker Factory, and then left NYC for Rhinebeck! QVC’s own Quacker: John Shrader

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Emma Davies

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 23:15:12 +0000

This week’s guest gave up her job producing and directing tv shows for the BBC, PBS, TLC, A&E, Nat Geo, & a slew of other channels to found Upstate Pilates right here in little old Rhinebeck, NY. Thrilled to have Emma Davies as my guest this evening.

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Alice Coleman

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Mon, 06 Jan 2025 00:33:24 +0000

This week's guest just started a cool new business called Bloem HV after careers in coaching, graphic design, and marketing for companies such as National Geographic and Nickelodeon. She's one of the bestest people around: Alice Coleman.

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Susan Mitchell

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sat, 28 Dec 2024 13:49:21 +0000

This week’s guest blazed her way from international corporate banking to gold mining to screen writing and movie producing. She’s lived in England, Tanzania, Iran, NYC & Canada, and now right here in Rhinecliff, Susan Mitchell

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David Stickle

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:35:19 +0000

This week’s guest is a graduate of Rhinebeck HS, studied criminal justiceat at Springfield College, slings beer at Kroeg and fitness at IXL, organizes & performs in comedy nights around the area, and is a truly gifted storyteller, Mr. David Stickle.

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Cindy and Harvey Silver

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sun, 15 Dec 2024 13:59:22 +0000

This week’s guests are Cindy and Harvey Silver who, between the two of them, have produced countless meetings and events, taught ESL for 40 years, acted in movies, had art shows of photography, and raised a kid who is now a big deal movie director.

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Christopher Funkhouser

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sun, 15 Dec 2024 11:07:51 +0000

This week’s guest is a professor, a poet, a father, a Fulbright scholar, an artist, a husband, a member of the musical group “Most Serene Congress” & the author of “Prehistoric Digital Poetry: An Archeology of Forms, 1959-1995”, Christopher Funkhouser!!

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Cynthia Burke

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sat, 14 Dec 2024 10:58:00 +0000

This week’s guest worked as a successful actor in tv commercials, transitioned to a decades-long job with Friends in Deed, studied the Gurdjieffian “Fourth Way”, graduated from All Faiths Seminary, came to Rhinebeck, joined the Rotary & kept on making things better - Cynthia Burke.

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What the heck is going on with Sinterklass?

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sun, 24 Nov 2024 11:56:15 +0000

What the heck is going on with Sinterklass? Guests Jeanne Fleming, Steve Miller, Patrick Madden, and Tina Kinsbourne.

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Jaime Ransome, Doron Gild, Robert Stone

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sun, 10 Nov 2024 13:12:46 +0000

This week’s guests will discuss the role of art in difficult times. Balm for the beleagured soul? Signals of solidarity and allyship? Encouragement for action? All that and more? Tune in as Jaime Ransome, Doron Gild, Robert Stone and I discuss.

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Jennifer Ciotta and a quick visit from Dana Peterson

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 11:40:16 +0000

This week’s guest is a writer & blogger & host of “The Rhinebeck Scoop” right here on RadioFreeRhinecliff; she’s the Queen of all media and she goes by J. India, Jennifer C. & who knows how many other aliases! Also a quick visit from Dana Colleen Peterson

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Caro Kalb-Marr

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Wed, 30 Oct 2024 11:04:03 +0000

This week’s guest is a writer, an art lover, a horse lover, an art dealer, a practicing Buddhist and a certified member of Scottish nobility:Lady Caro Marr of Blairadam - aka Caro Kalb-Marr of Rhinebeck.

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Debra K. Every

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sat, 19 Oct 2024 09:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest has sung at the Royal Opera in Stockholm, been a dept. head at a major financial firm in NYC, won awards for her pie shop in Red Hook, raised a couple of kids in Rhinebeck, and written a prize-winning horror novel “Deena Undone”. I’m honored to talk tonight with Debra K. Every.

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Todd Young

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Wed, 16 Oct 2024 16:03:46 +0000

This week’s guest is a fixture at the Rhinebeck Farmers Market; he’s an artist, a woodworker, an actor and a musician. He’s an aficionado of sustainably collected hardwoods and a long-time Rhinebeck resident,Mr. Todd Young.

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Brian Tamm

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Mon, 14 Oct 2024 14:02:26 +0000

This week’s guest is a graduate of Rhinebeck High School and is the town’s Zoning Enforcement Administrator; his band “El Front” were the stars of this year’s Porchfest with their “garage punk anthems for the new normal”. He’s Mr. Brian Tamm and he’s coming in to talk tonight!

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Nina Isabella

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Mon, 14 Oct 2024 14:00:33 +0000

This week’s guest is a Rhinecliff business owner serving clients from NY to LA and beyond as an interior designer for high-end residential and commercial projects; she’s also a yogi, a mom and a delightful conversationalist, Nina Isabella.

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Scott-Martin Kosofsky

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 04 Oct 2024 11:24:58 +0000

This week’s guest is a font designer, a book designer, a one- time prodigy on the recorder, a publisher and author of the award-winning “The Book of Customs: A Complete Handbook for the Jewish Year”, Rhinebeck’s own Mr. Scott-Martin Kosofsky.

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Vanessa Bertozzi and Melissa Everett

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 04 Oct 2024 11:22:46 +0000

This week's guests are deeply involved in our environment. Melissa Everett is Executive Director at Sustainable Hudson Valley and Vanessa Bertozzi heads up Rhinebeck's Climate Smart Task Force.

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Brennan Kearney.

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 20 Sep 2024 10:35:49 +0000

This week’s guest is a long-time Rhinebeck resident who represents our town in the Dutchess County Legislature. She serves on multiple committees, is a mother of two, and runs an online and in-store vintage business, Brennan Kearney.

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Daniel D’Ordine

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sat, 07 Sep 2024 11:04:14 +0000

This week’s guest hails from the Ocean State but now lives in Rhinebeck where he runs the facebook reviews of Tops Friendly Market. He is the inventor of the infamous “Danhattan” cocktail, is a father of twins, a huge live music fan and an investment advisor to the stars, Mr. Daniel D’Ordine

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Mr. Kyle Eighmy

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Thu, 29 Aug 2024 16:04:15 +0000

This week’s guest has done security for the Dutchess County Fair for decades, he’s been fire dept. chief & a race walking champion. He’s a dad, a husband, & current head of Rhinebeck Dept. of Public Works his family has lived here for 100’s of years & he saved a life once, Mr. Kyle Eighmy.

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Mystelle Brabbée

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Wed, 21 Aug 2024 10:34:31 +0000

This week’s guest spent 9 years making a documentary about a town of sex workers, spent 23 years as executive director of the Nantucket Film Festival & 3 years living here in the hamlet with her family, Mystelle Brabbée.

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Dr. Gerald Kufner

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Wed, 21 Aug 2024 10:32:04 +0000

This week’s guest is a husband, a father, a pilot, a tennis enthusiast, a transplant from Germany, and a physician specializing in neurological disorders, Dr. Gerald Kufner.

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Michele Tugade

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 09 Aug 2024 10:25:17 +0000

This week’s guest is a professor of psychological science at Vassar & an author of the “Handbook of Positive Emotions”. She works with Southlands Foundation & NASA & is heard on CBS, PBS & RadioFreeRhinecliff! Honored to have Michele Tugade live tonight!

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Paul Abruzzo

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Thu, 08 Aug 2024 12:33:39 +0000

This week’s guest is a research librarian at The New School, a beautiful poet, a dedicated tennis student and teacher, a loving and proud husband and an absolutely smitten father - Rhinebeck’s own Paul Abruzzo.

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Matt Mercier

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Thu, 01 Aug 2024 10:34:43 +0000

Maybe you heard this week’s guest on NPR’s The Moth, or read his stories in The Brooklyn Rail, maybe you’re eagerly awaiting the release of his novel “Poe & I”, or recall him from a tour at Mystic Aquarium; but do not miss him tonight: Mr. Matt Mercier.

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Laura Lennox Kufner

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Tue, 23 Jul 2024 19:09:58 +0000

This week’s guest is a writer & activist, a Hudson Valley native & a Rhinebeck resident. She’s a mother of three and teaches English at Rhinebeck H.S., Laura Lennox Kufner.

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Dave Tobias

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Tue, 09 Jul 2024 14:06:59 +0000

This week’s guest is a collector and a cartoonist, a father and a photographer, a frisbee’er and a skier. He’s recently retired after 28 years with NYC’s DEP - Mr. Dave Tobias.

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Kay Larson

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Tue, 09 Jul 2024 14:03:06 +0000

This week’s guest wrote one of my favorite books of all time, was the art critic for New York magazine for 14 years, and is now writing a book about her family’s history in Iowa, Kay Larson.

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Frey Johnsson

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sat, 29 Jun 2024 10:29:04 +0000

This week's guest is a sailor, a horseman, a gardener, a hairstylist, a real estate agent and a transplant from Brazil, Mr. Frey Johnsson.

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Michael DeCola

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sat, 22 Jun 2024 15:43:36 +0000

This week’s guest is a farmer, a bee keeper, a horseback rider, a one-time teacher of Capoeira, (an Afro-Brazilian martial art/dance), a french horn player and all-around nice guy, Michael DeCola.

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Chantal Collins, Leslie Hill and Barry Sherrod

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sat, 08 Jun 2024 21:22:02 +0000

This week’s guests all grew up in Rhinebeck; they’re coming in to talk about people and things they miss or don’t miss - should be a fun show with Chantal Collins, Leslie Hill and Barry Sherrod.

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Margot Dougherty

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sat, 01 Jun 2024 10:45:01 +0000

This week’s guest has written about wars, fashion, celebs and food for magazines like Life, People and EW. Here in the hamlet, she raises food & passes out books, seeds and spreads good cheer. I’m so excited to talk today with Margot Dougherty.

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Tom Johnson

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sun, 26 May 2024 10:22:06 +0000

This week’s guest operates heavy equipment for the village of Rhinebeck & the softest of equipment, tagging monarch butterflies for MonarchWatch.org

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Ellyn Heald

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sun, 12 May 2024 10:57:24 +0000

This week’s guest is an actor & musician & founder of Living Room Prods., a theater co. which stages ‘artist potlucks’ in Bklyn. She hosts the “Objects of New York” podcast for RFR and is a “rabid” lover of antiques and interiors, Ellyn Heald.

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Lydia Slaby & Matt Johnston

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Wed, 08 May 2024 10:05:02 +0000

This week’s guests are Lydia Slaby & Matt Johnston, architects of Rhinebeck village’s draft comprehensive plan.

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Morgan Coy

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 11:29:10 +0000

This week’s guest is a musician & a publisher & a producer & a bowler & a husband & a dad & an ex-Texan & a co-owner of Tubby’s in Kingston & a co-host of “A Strange Stage” on RadioFreeRhinecliff, Morgan Coy.

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Dr. Scott Epter

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 23:37:06 +0000

This week’s guest is a “Solution Architect with a focus on data and AI”, a father of 3 wonderful kids, a gardener, a runner, & a long-time Rhinebeckian, Dr. Scott Epter.

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Mr. Henry Frischknecht

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sun, 07 Apr 2024 12:09:40 +0000

This week’s guest teaches 7th grade social studies at BMS, started a cool Civics Club, leads CultureConnect’s Madagascar program & seems to have more hours in his day than most people, Mr. Henry Frischknecht.

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Folklorist and Writer Katherine C. Doss

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Sat, 30 Mar 2024 11:14:11 +0000

Good Friday’s guest is a folklorist, a writer, a New Orleans native, an editor of the online magazine “South Writ Large” and a development officer at SUNY New Paltz, Katherine C. Doss.

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Morton Monologue Madness with Lawrence Miller, Gina Walker Fox, Leslie Hill, and Joan Juliet Buck

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 22 Mar 2024 20:37:00 +0000

This week’s guests are Morton Monologue Madness performers Lawrence Miller, Gina Walker Fox, Leslie Hill, and Joan Juliet Buck. The show starts with a bit of story telling as producers Jennifer Hammoud and Norm Magnusson join Norm to cover for a late guest.

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David Simpatico, co-founder of the Howl Playwrights group

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 15 Mar 2024 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is a co-founder of the Howl Playwrights group, an aficionado of Grand Guignol theater, an actor, an opera librettist, and a raconteur extraordinaire, Mr. David Simpatico.

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Brian Rooney publishes the wonderful “The Rooney Report”

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 08 Mar 2024 22:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest has spent more than his entire life in journalism, he’s won a handful of Emmys, Murrow awards, and publishes the wonderful “The Rooney Report,” Mr. Brian Rooney

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Bob Wills, past Commodore of the Hudson River Ice Yacht Club

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 01 Mar 2024 22:00:00 +0000

I’m so excited for this week’s guest! He is a past Commodore of the Hudson River Ice Yacht Club and is the current president of the Hudson River Ice Yacht Preservation Trust, Mr. Bob Wills.

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Director of Development for the Bard Prison Initiative, Kate Cox

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 23 Feb 2024 22:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest seems to have worked her entire life in the service of good causes and non-profits. She’s currently the Director of Development for the Bard Prison Initiative, Kate Cox.

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Co-executive director at Upstate Films, Paul Sturtz

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 16 Feb 2024 22:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is a film director, a co-founder of the esteemed True/False Film Fest, and a recent Rhinebeck transplant who is currently the co-executive directorat Upstate Films, Mr. Paul Sturtz.

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Susan Golomb, literary agent to literary superstars

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 09 Feb 2024 22:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is a punk rocker from way back, the creator and DJ of RadioFreeRhinecliff.org’s own “Mix Tape” show and a literary agent to literary superstars, Rhinecliff’s own Susan Golomb.

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Instructor of guitar and ukelele at the Rhinebeck School of Music, Erin Hobson

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 02 Feb 2024 22:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is Rhinebeck raised singer, songwriter, performer, and instructor of guitar and ukelele at the Rhinebeck School of Music, hometown guitar hero Erin Hobson.

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Greg Quinn, NY’s leading grower of black currants

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 26 Jan 2024 22:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest has been an NSA intel guy, the chef/owner of a restaurant in Bavaria, a lobbyist & a children’s book author. He is now NY’s leading grower of black currants, Mr. Greg Quinn.

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Ahmed Mansour, innovator in the world of prosthodontics and orthodontics

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 19 Jan 2024 22:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is a tennis bad-ass, a bold innovator in the world of prosthodontics and orthodontics, a proud father and husband and an all-around delightful guy, Rhinebeck’s own Dr. Ahmed Mansour.

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Amy Novatt, board-certified ob-gyn

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 12 Jan 2024 22:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is a Rhinebeck resident, a board-certified ob-gyn, and the host of the delightful and informative “GynoCURIOUS” right here on RFR, Dr. Amy Novatt.

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Scott Kemp of the Ramapo for Children camp

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 05 Jan 2024 22:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is a midwestern boy come east. He’s a long-time Rhinebeck resident and Director of Operations at the Ramapo for Children camp, a father of two, and a dedicated community volunteer, Scott Kemp.

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Kimmi Berlin

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 22:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is an author and storyteller and writing coach; she’s the founder of Build Up Boys, a non-profit that gives boys the tools they need to preserve their innate emotional intelligence, Kimmi Berlin.

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Chris Chestney, Director and owner of Dapson Chestney Funeral Home

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 22 Dec 2023 22:00:00 +0000

Chris Chestney was raised in Pine Plains and moved to Rhinebeck to be close to family. He's the Director and owner of Rhinebeck's Dapson Chestney Funeral Home. Chris and his father purchased the funeral home in 1985.

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Dorna Schroeter, one of the hardest working environmentalists around

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 15 Dec 2023 22:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest knows more about biomimicry than you can shake a bur seed at. She’s one of the best informed and hardest working environmentalists around: local powerhouse Dorna Schroeter.

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Director of Business Development at the NYS Office of Cannabis Management, James Rogers

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 22:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is the Director of Business Development at the NYS Office of Cannabis Management, Mr. James Rogers. We’re gonna talk all things weed in the Empire State!!

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Sinterklass pre-party with some of the amazing folks who make it happen

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 01 Dec 2023 22:00:00 +0000

Sinterklass pre-party with some of the amazing folks who make it happen!! We’ve got Fleming & Bassett & Richard the Grumpus, Schroeter & Hess & some kids for a rumpus; Chawla & Breslin will be there too, tune in live, dooby dooby doo.

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Edna (Clyne) Rekhy, best-selling author of “The Rainbow Bridge”

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 24 Nov 2023 22:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is the accidental best-selling author of “The Rainbow Bridge.” Tune in and hear how the young Edna (Clyne) Rekhy of Inverness, Scotland wrote a poem that traveled the world and brought solace to millions of pet owners.

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Award-winning producer Shelby Stone talks about her experience as a black woman in Hollywood

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 17 Nov 2023 22:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is Rhinecliff film & TV producer Shelby Stone. She’s won Emmys, Golden Globes, and an NAACP award amongst others. We’ll talk about her start, her experience as a black woman in Hollywood and much more.

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Lowell Handler, Rhinecliff resident and author of “Twitch and Shout”

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 10 Nov 2023 22:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest produces, narrates and stars in films, was a professor of photography for 20 years and has lived with Tourette syndrome for his whole life, Rhinecliff resident and author of “Twitch and Shout,” Lowell Handler.

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Rhinebeck booster Braden Rhetts speaks Mandarin, Japanese, and Spanish

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 03 Nov 2023 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is a native of Minnesota, speaks Mandarin, Japanese and Spanish, is an eco-evangelist, clean beauty connoisseur, Alzheimers warrior, mom, and incorrigible booster of all things Rhinebeck, Braden Rhetts.

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The Sophie Florence Trio features Sophie on vocals & flute, Phil Hirschi on guitar & vocals, and Chuck Jacob on mandolin & bass

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 27 Oct 2023 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s guests are stopping in before tonight’s benefit concert for Winnakee. They're the Sophie Florence trio featuring Sophie on vocals & flute, Phil Hirschi on guitar & vocals and Winnakee board member Chuck Jacob on mandolin & bass.

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Tom Traudt has spent his life serving Rhinebeck, as Deputy Sheriff and as Town Supervisor

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 20 Oct 2023 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest was born and raised in Rhinebeck and has spent his life serving this community, as Deputy Sheriff & Town Supervisor and father of four fantastic daughters, Mr. Tom Traudt.

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Singer/songwriter Jessie Lee Montague busked in London, rocked out at CBGB’s, and landed in Rhinebeck

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 13 Oct 2023 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest left Albany for NYC, snubbed Julliard for acting and improv in Wisconsin, busked in London, rocked out at CBGB’s and landed in Rhinebeck. Ladies and gents, the amazing singer/songwriter Jessie Lee Montague.

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Former CNN anchor Kitty Pilgrim is host of “Pigrim’s Progress” on Radio Free Rhinecliff

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 06 Oct 2023 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is a novelist, a journalist, a former CNN anchor, host of the “Pigrim’s Progress” podcast on RadioFreeRhinecliff, and a full member of The Explorer’s Club, the amazing Kitty Pilgrim.

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David Waltzer, former NYC English teacher and UN consultant

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 29 Sep 2023 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest taught English in NYC, consulted at the United Nations, founded a law firm and an HR company, is a dad and a husband and a Rhinebeck resident, Mr. David Waltzer, Esq.

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Rhinebeck High School guidance counselor Robert Heywood

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Rhinebeck native and Rhinebeck High School guidance counselor Robert Heywood comes in to the Nook to talk about the old-timers and the young whippersnappers.

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Melissa Everett of Sustainable Hudson Valley brings Vanessa Bertozzi and Devin Rigolino

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 15 Sep 2023 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is bringing her own guests!! It’s Climate Solutions Week and Melissa Everett of Sustainable Hudson Valley is bringing in Vanessa Bertozzi of Rhinebeck & Devin Rigolino of Dutchess County!

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Surfer, songwriter, clothes hound John Burton is host of “Home From Here” on Radio Free Rhinecliff

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is a writer, a professional musician, a dad, a surfer, a songwriter, a clothes hound and the host of “Home From Here” on this station, Mr. John Burton.

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Concert pianist, Oscar-nominated documentarian: Rhinecliff's Josh Aronson

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 01 Sep 2023 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest has been a TV and commercial director, a concert pianist, a photographer, an Oscar-nominated documentarian, and most recently, a Rhinecliff resident, Mr. Josh Aronson.

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Visionaries behind media juggernaut RadioFreeRhinecliff.org: Jennifer Hammoud & Matty Rosenberg

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 25 Aug 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Show #100’s guests are the hard-working visionaries behind the media juggernaut that is RadioFreeRhinecliff.org -Jennifer Hammoud and Matty Rosenberg.

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Local Kundalini teacher, herbalist, taxi driver, and life coach: Kenneth Longert

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 11 Aug 2023 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is local Kundalini teacher, ayurvedic practitioner, herbalist, holy man, raconteur, taxi driver and life coach, Mr. Kenneth Longert.

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Starting religion study, mid-life: Allison Chawla, Dana Hoey & Michael Slaby

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 04 Aug 2023 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s guests, Allison Chawla, Dana Hoey and Michael Slaby have each, mid-life, begun classes in religion: two at Harvard Divinity School and one at Union Theological Seminary.

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Past editor of French Vogue and Rhinecliff resident Joan Juliet Buck

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 28 Jul 2023 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest has had more adventures than most of us ever will. Author, actress, performer, podcaster, past editor of French Vogue and Rhinecliff resident Joan Juliet Buck.

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Award-winning documentary filmmaker, and activist: Diana Devlin

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 21 Jul 2023 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is award-winning documentary filmmaker, flower fanatic, higher-ed advocate, activist and koi mama, Diana Devlin.

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Rhinebeck’s own mayor: Gary Bassett

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 14 Jul 2023 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is solar power expert, family man, retired IBM’er and dedicated public servant, Rhinebeck’s own mayor, Mr. Gary Bassett.

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Winner of Chronogram Mag Reader’s Choice Dog Trainer of the Year: Polly Kaplan

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 07 Jul 2023 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is writer, pickleballer, parent, real estate professional and winner of this year’s Chronogram Magazine Reader’s Choice dog trainer of the year: Polly Kaplan.

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Steve Miller, man behind “The Most Interesting Man in the World” commercial

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 30 Jun 2023 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is the man behind “The Most Interesting Man in the World” and so many other classic commercials. He’s a devoted dad and husband and local do-gooder, Steve Miller.

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Manager of Rhinebeck’s popular restaurant, The Amsterdam, Fletcher William Tingle, III

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 23 Jun 2023 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s (slightly delayed) guest came from Mississippi to the CIA and manages Rhinebeck’s popular restaurant, The Amsterdam. He’s a seasoned hospitality pro and a super nice guy, Fletcher William Tingle, III.

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Jeff Zacharia runs the famous Zachys wine and liquor store

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 16 Jun 2023 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s (slightly delayed) guest runs the famous Zachys wine and liquor store and wine auctions around the world; he’s a husband, a dad, a tennis enthusiast, and a super nice guy, Jeff Zacharia.

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Retired NYC Public School Special Education expert, Jeffrey Bozler

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 09 Jun 2023 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is a classically trained clarinetist, a retired NYC Public School Special Education expert, a watercolor enthusiast, a master mixologist: the pride of Barrytown, Mr. Jeffrey Bozler.

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One of the top food bloggers in the world, Ashley Manila

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 02 Jun 2023 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is one of the top food bloggers in the world. She’s a baker, a cook, a cocktail magician, a mom, a photographer and a really fun person to have as a neighbor, Ashley Manila.

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Carolyn Marks Blackwood: singer, movie producer, screenwriter, photographer

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 26 May 2023 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is a singer, a mother, a movie producer, a fine art photographer, a screenwriter, and an accomplished gratitude artist, Rhinecliff’s own Carolyn Marks Blackwood.

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Willis Williams, founder of non-profit promoting diversity in the Hudson Valley film industry

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 19 May 2023 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is an actor, an activist, a voice artist, a social media consultant, and a founder of 2B Scene, a non-profit promoting diversity in the Hudson Valley film industry, Willis Williams.

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Matthew Sharpe, novelist, has taught at Bard and Columbia

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 12 May 2023 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is a novelist who has taught at Bard and Columbia. He has fellowships from both the NEA and NYFA. Fresh Rhinecliff resident, Mr. Matthew Sharpe.

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Contributor to Harper’s magazine, Rhinebeck's Fenton Johnson

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 05 May 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Norm’s guest is a novelist, an essayist, and a proud skeptic. He’s a Guggenheim & NEA fellow, and a frequent contributor to Harper’s magazine. He is Rhinebeck resident, Mr. Fenton Johnson.

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Franc Palaia, muralist, sign maker, and musician

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 28 Apr 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Norm's guest is a painter, sculptor, photographer, muralist, sign maker, and musician. He’s the hardest working artist in the Hudson Valley - Mr. Franc Palaia

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Kaitlin Forbes, spokesperson for the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Norm's guest has been an EMT, a certified Thai massage therapist, and a spokesperson for the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation, Rhinebeck’s own shining star Kaitlin Forbes.

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Broadway scenic artist Richard Prouse

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 14 Apr 2023 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is a Broadway scenic artist and art instructor who, each year, lends his talents to Sinterklass and to the Rhinebeck Science Foundation Gala: Richard Prouse.

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Rhinecliff's Martin Kemp rocks Google and the Morton Library

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 07 Apr 2023 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest serves the evil international empire of Google as well as the lovely local empire called the Morton Library. He's a Rhinecliff resident who really rocks them both, Mr. Martin Kemp.

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Yoga teacher and counseling astrologer, Danika Hendrickson

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 31 Mar 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Norm talks with Rhinecliff’s own Danika Hendrickson. She is a yoga teacher and counseling astrologer and an intuition coach.

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Joe Baer, award winning writer and Off-Broadway portrayer of Mark Twain

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 24 Mar 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Norm chats with the multi-award winning writer, actor, and soon-to-be Off-Broadway portrayer of Mark Twain, local legend Mr. Joe Baer.

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Master mechanic and all-around delight Mark Van De Carr

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 17 Mar 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Master mechanic and all-around delight Mark Van De Carr joins Norm to take your car questions and help diagnose all your automobile angst.

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Superintendent of Rhinebeck Central School District, Albert Cousins

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 10 Mar 2023 22:00:00 +0000

Norm talks with tennis enthusiast, color guard coach, and current superintendent of the Rhinebeck Central School District, Albert Cousins.

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Director of Rhinebeck’s Starr Library, Jaclyn Savolainen

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 03 Mar 2023 22:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest has worked at the ACLU, in art galleries, a consignment shop, and the NYC Parks Department. She is now the Director of Rhinebeck’s Starr Library: Jaclyn Savolainen.

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Richard Kopyscianski, Grumpus, musician, and Rhinecliff raconteur

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 24 Feb 2023 22:00:00 +0000

Norm's guest is Grumpus, musician, and long time Rhinecliff raconteur Richard Kopyscianski.

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Bard professor Monique Segarra

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 17 Feb 2023 22:00:00 +0000

Norm’s guest is a Bard professor and activist concerned with environmental politics, human rights and natural resource management, Monique Segarra.

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Bia’s chef Rich Reeve and pastry chef Taffy Fantasia

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 10 Feb 2023 22:00:00 +0000

Norm talks with the savory and sweet team behind some of the food and sweets in Rhinebeck: Bia’s Chef Rich Reeve and Pastry Chef Taffy Fantasia.

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Adam Schartoff, founder of Filmwax, champion of independent films

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 03 Feb 2023 22:00:00 +0000

Norm chats with Adam Schartoff. In 2011 he founded Filmwax, a media company devoted to the championing of independent films. Filmwax Radio began a short time later but has since grown into a familiar and popular part of the indie film landscape. Since its start there have been over 700 episodes with over 1200 guests.

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Mari Kirwood Bird, owner of Willow Wood clothing store

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 22:00:00 +0000

Norm talks with Mari Kirwood Bird. Raised in Rhinebeck, she is truly one of the people who gives Rhinebeck its sweet friendly character. Mom, wife, and owner of Willow Wood clothing store on E. Market St.

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Mark Van De Carr helps diagnose all your automobile angst

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 20 Jan 2023 22:00:00 +0000

Norm speaks with master mechanic Mark Van De Carr to help diagnose all your automobile angst.

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Photo journalist turned film director, Roger Tully

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 22:00:00 +0000

Norm chats with photo-journalist turned commercial and film director, husband, father, and old house restorer - Rhinebeck resident Roger Tully.

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Rector of Rhinebeck’s Church of the Messiah, Father Richard McKeon

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 06 Jan 2023 22:00:00 +0000

Norm chats with beacon of light and social justice as well as Rector of Rhinebeck’s Church of the Messiah, Father Richard McKeon.

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Bruce Milner, keyboardist for 60’s pop band Every Mother's Son and beloved Woodstock dentist

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 30 Dec 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Norm chats with Dr Bruce Milner, keyboardist for the 60’s sunshine pop band Every Mother's Son and beloved Woodstock dentist.

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College sophomore, artist, musician, skater, and all around great punk Tess Miller

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 23 Dec 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Norm goes Gen Z with college sophomore, artist, art student, musician, skater, and all around great punk: Tess Miller.

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Andrew Schulkind, do-gooder & new media pro

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Norm chats with Andrew Schulkind. Dad, do-gooder & new media pro who pitched the idea of interviewing each other so that's what happened.

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Bond trader turned rock star turned PhD in American history Pete Veru

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 09 Dec 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Norm chats with bond trader turned rock star turned PhD in American history, Pete Veru.

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Eric Steinman, editor of The Hudson Valley Pilot

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 02 Dec 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Norm talks to the editor of The Hudson Valley Pilot, Eric Steinman.

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Jeanne Fleming, producer/visionary behind Sinterklass

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 25 Nov 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Norm's guest is celebration artist, NEA grantee, producer/visionary behind Sinterklass - Jeanne Fleming.

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Bonnie Brouse Schweppe, one of the first women to graduate West Point

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 28 Oct 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Norm talks to one of the first women to graduate West Point, veteran, and mother of four, Bonnie Brouse Schweppe.

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Robert Stone, documentary filmmaker

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 21 Oct 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Norm talks with documentary filmmaker Robert Stone. His work has been screened at dozens of film festivals and televised around the world. Notably, seven of his films have appeared on PBS's American Experience series and four of his films have premiered at the Sundance Film Festival (including Closing Night Film in 2009).

He is an Oscar nominee for Best Feature Documentary and a three-time Emmy nominee for Exceptional Merit in Documentary Filmmaking.

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Rhinecliff’s Chad Kleitsch, photographer, scanographer, and master printer

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 14 Oct 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Norm chats with Rhinecliff’s own Chad Kleitsch, a photographer, scanographer, master printer, and great neighbor to all.

His new exhibit just opened at The Arts Center of the Capital Region where he transforms The Arts Center with a large-scale installation of scanography.

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Jill Burkhart, founder of NYC nightclub Area and the Nantucket Film Festival

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 07 Oct 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Norm talks with Jill Burkhart, founder of the infamous NYC nightclub Area, the Nantucket Film Festival, and the punk band Mudmen.

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Expert car mechanic Mark Van De Carr

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 30 Sep 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Norm has expert car mechanic Mark Van De Carr on to take all your car questions.

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Entrepreneur and musician, Rhinebeck’s Johnny LeHane

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 23 Sep 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Norm talks with father, husband, entrepreneur, musician, and local host of some upcoming Porchfest concerts, Rhinebeck’s own Johnny LeHane.

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Scott Michael Davis, founder of the first-ever kids operated farmer’s market

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 16 Sep 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Norm's interview with writer, creative director, husband, photographer, dad, and founder of the first-ever kids operated farmer’s market, Mr. Scott Michael Davis.

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Christopher Dorsey, proprietor of Kips Tavern in Rhinecliff

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Norm interviews Christopher Dorsey, the proprietor of the soon-to-open Kips Tavern in Rhinecliff.

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Dana Colleen Peterson, lawyer and co-host of Hot Nineties at Nine!

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 02 Sep 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Norm interviews Dana Colleen Peterson. Wife, lawyer and co-host of Hot Nineties at Nine! (at eight!)

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Matty Rosenberg, founder of Radio Free Rhinecliff, celebrates its first anniversary

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 26 Aug 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Norm interviews Matty Rosenberg, the founder of Radio Free Rhinecliff to celebrate the first anniversary of Radio Free Rhinecliff and Norm's first anniversary at RFR.

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Joanna Hess, head of ArtStudioViews.com

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 19 Aug 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Bubbly woman-about-town, tireless booster of the local arts scene and head of ArtStudioViews.com, the inimitable Joanna Hess.

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Dan Goldman, fine art photographer, teacher, and man-about-town

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 12 Aug 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Guest Dan Goldman, father, fine art photographer, teacher, and man-about-town.

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Openly trans Jillian Hanlon runs for Dutchess County Sheriff

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Guest Jillian Hanlon is running for Dutchess County Sheriff. She would be the first openly trans sheriff in the U.S.

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19-year old wunderkind, smart aleck, and all-around fun punk, Harris Burkhart

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 29 Jul 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Correct me if I’m Norm’s LIVE guest is his youngest to date- 19 year old wunderkind, smart aleck, and all-around fun punk, Harris Burkhart.

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Paul Smart: Journalist, storyteller, and ex-pat starting fresh adventure in Mexico

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 22 Jul 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Father, husband, journalist, author, storyteller, and an ex-pat starting a fresh adventure in Mexico, Paul Smart.

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Proprietor of the Rhinebeck Bagel Shop, Jeremy Monaco

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 15 Jul 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Proprietor of the famous Rhinebeck Bagel Shop, a purveyor of super cool drone photography, and much, much more: Jeremy Monaco

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Vassar professor, Leonard Nevarez, on the “Brooklynization" of the Hudson Valley

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 08 Jul 2022 21:00:00 +0000

An expert on the “Brooklynization" of the Hudson Valley. A father of two teenagers, a music aficionado, and Vassar professor, Leonard Nevarez.

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Mark Fuerst, veteran of public broadcasting

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 01 Jul 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Mark Fuerst - A veteran of public broadcasting who has spent decades working to solve the business challenges of local journalism.

Currently he’s spearheading an effort to create a local news organization for the Hudson Valley community.

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NYU sociology professor Lynne Haney, feminist scholar and ethnographer of the state

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 24 Jun 2022 21:00:00 +0000

NYU sociology professor Lynne Haney: A sociologist, feminist scholar, and ethnographer of the state.

Her research examines how state policies and practices shape gender relations and identities, often in unintended and unexpected ways.

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Chris Wells, award winning writer, performer, and actor; founding creative director of The Secret City

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 17 Jun 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Special guest Chris Wells - Award winning writer, performer, and actor; he is a teacher and the founding creative director of The Secret City.

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Mark Van De Carr races cars, fixes cars, and is named after cars

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 10 Jun 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Special guest Mark Van De Carr of M&M Auto in Rhinebeck. He races cars, fixes cars, and he is named after cars.

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Rhinecliff super mom Avery Gilbert: Civil rights lawyer, community activist, and so much more

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 03 Jun 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Special guest and Rhinecliff super mom Avery Gilbert - Civil rights lawyer, community activist, uncertified hamlet wildlife rescue specialist and so much more.

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Multi-lingual teacher, docent, and famous spelunker Laura Selicaro

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 27 May 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Multi-lingual mom, teacher, docent, and famous spelunker Laura Selicaro.

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Professor Charles E Snyder of the Bard Prison Initiative

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 20 May 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Special guest and author of “Beyond Hellenistic Epistemology”; professor, neighbor, new dad: Charles E Snyder.

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Sarah “Rosie” Rosenthal, therapist and president of CultureConnect

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 13 May 2022 21:00:00 +0000

The inimitable, indomitable, amazing local do-gooder, political activist, therapist, mom, wife, and happy soul Sarah “Rosie” Rosenthal brings in a “Paper Plane” cocktail and we have a lively conversation about growing up one way and turning out another way and her life as a therapist and president of local organization CultureConnect.

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Mary-Kay Lombino, Deputy director of Vasar's Lehman Loeb art museum

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 06 May 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Mary-Kay Lombino, Deputy Director of the Lehman Loeb art museum at Vassar, mom, and candidate for Rhinebeck School Board brings in a delicious version of the French 75, a Fresh 55, with Myer lemons, gin and champagne.

We had a great talk about the Rhinebeck school board elections and about her life in the arts.

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Diva of the Rhinebeck real estate scene Julie Donbroski

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 29 Apr 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Longtime resident and diva of the Rhinebeck real estate scene, the ever out-spoken opinionator on all topics Ms. Julie Donbroski comes in and talks about everything under the sun while we sip her delightful cocktails: a “I hope it won’t kill you” made from Lillet, blood orange juice, rosemary and gin and a Moscow Mule.

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Political strategist Michael Slaby

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 22 Apr 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Writer, speaker, political strategist, media mastermind, and all around amazing guy Michael Slaby talks about political campaigns, politics in general and how important stories are to our lives.

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Rhinebeck booster Claudia Anderson Cooley

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 15 Apr 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Claudia Anderson Cooley, long-time Rhinebeck booster, local intelligence source, accomplished April Fooler, and gingham aficionado brings in a yummy Harvey Wallbanger cocktail and talks about the futility of attempting to live a sin-less life, the joy of listening, Swedish traditions, and lots of other fun topics.

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Scribe, taxi driver, and sports enthusiast Spike Vrusho

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 08 Apr 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Spike Vrusho, writer, raconteur, taxi driver, “underground sports journalist,” and escaped Ohioan comes in and talks about taxi passengers, taxi confessions, the Kingston Stockade soccer team and his incredible life and career.

We share some yummy proseco.

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Rhinebeck Village Trustee Lydia Slaby

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 01 Apr 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Lydia Slaby: Rhinebeck resident, village trustee, and author of the really lovely memoir "Wait, It Gets Worse…" talks about moving to Rhinebeck, surviving cancer, her marriage surviving cancer, Rhinebeck’s new comprehensive plan and so much other stuff.

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Director Andy Ostroy

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 25 Mar 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Director Andy Ostroy has made a documentary about his late wife Adrienne Shelly. It’s called “Adrienne”; it's available on HBO plus and is, equal parts family story, true crime story and love story.

He came in to talk about losing his wife and raising their child without a mom, making this moving documentary and carrying his grief with grace and service.

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Author Lesa Cline Ransome and author/illustrator James Ransome

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 18 Mar 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Rhinebeck residents, author Lesa Cline Ransome and author/illustrator James Ransome brought a Gold Rush cocktail (bourbon, lemon juice and honey simple syrup) and talk about their 32-year old marriage and partnership creating some of the most beautiful children’s books you’d ever want to see.

We chat about James’ new career as a studio artist and how that’s going (great!!), inspiration, research, collage and many other topics.

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Screen writer Barry Berman

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 11 Mar 2022 22:00:00 +0000

The amazing Barry Berman joined me to play “name that tune” with my opening credits song. He makes up a 100% fictional answer on the spot, which is a good talent to have if, like him, you’re a screen writer (Benny and Joon, etc.), a graduate of the Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey Clown College and the founder of the most amazing school that serves students from the townships of Cape Town, South Africa.

We share a delicious martini by Matt while we speak.

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Jen Hammoud, founder of the Rhinebeck Science Foundation and director of community outreach for Radio Free Rhinecliff

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 04 Mar 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Jen Hammoud, hard working, community-serving friend to many, mother of two, founder of the Rhinebeck Science Foundation and director of community outreach for Radio Free Rhinecliff came in to talk about her past, her old life and about building a new life for herself.

She shares her favorite drink of all time: Ketel One vodka with lime.

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Longtime Rhinebeck 5th grade teacher Chantal Collins

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 25 Feb 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Longtime Rhinebeck resident and 5th grade teacher extraordinaire Chantal Collins serves us an espresso martini (vodka, kahlua, and espresso) as we talk about her long career as a teacher, political correctness and awareness in the classroom, what retirement might look like for her, and what kind of a hairdresser she’d be if she were one!

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Rhinecliff's Betsy Jacaruso, artist and gallerist

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 18 Feb 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Rhinecliff resident Betsy Jacaruso talks about translating trauma into art, moving from oil paint into watercolor, and running a gallery, amongst other subjects.

She shares a yummy cosmopolitan made with vodka, fresh lime and fresh pomegranate juice and graces us with some of her beautiful harmonica playing!

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Winery manager by day, firefighter by night: Rhinecliff's Jake Euell

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 11 Feb 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Jake Euell, winery manager by day and firefighter by night, came on to discuss two of the most fascinating topics: wine and fighting fires. We had a wonderful chat about being the youngest Fire Chief in New York state and the hospitality business and growing up in Rhinecliff (not Rhinebeck) while enjoying a Millbrook Vineyard’s Cabernet Franc.

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Sinterklass Grumpus and general contractor Chris Gilbert

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 04 Feb 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Chris Gilbert talks about his work as a General Contractor and a Sinterklass Grumpus, his starring stage roles (he’s a triple threat!), and what happens to people who don’t get enough love as children!

We chew that fat over his “Little Deep” cocktail of vodka, Cointreau, cranberry juice and fresh squeeze lemon and lime.

Produced by Norm Magnusson, Jennifer Hammoud, and Matty Rosenberg @ radiofreerhinecliff.org

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Discussing town maintenance with Rhinebeck's Bobby Fitzpatrick

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 28 Jan 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Dedicated family man, Fire Commissioner, and the guy who keeps Rhinebeck shining so brightly, Bobby Fitzpatrick comes to the mike to share some stories about growing up in Rhinebeck and working for the town for most of his life.

He brought a bottle of Jack for us to enjoy along with his words.

Produced by Norm Magnusson, Jennifer Hammoud, and Matty Rosenberg @ radiofreerhinecliff.org

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WCBS News Radio's Deborah Rodriguez

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 21 Jan 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Mother, wife and Rhinebeck’s own gift to WCBS New Radio, Debbie Rodriguez brings her perfect diction, lovely voice, bubbly disposition and good champagne to the Nook@The Epicurean to share some stories about growing up in Rhinebeck and the path to becoming a national radio personality.

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Musicians KT and Marco Benevento

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 14 Jan 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Guests KT and Marco Benevento talk about leaving Brooklyn, New Jersey and Michigan, raising a musical family, writing and performing music, touring and making veggie burgers.

We share a delicious bottle of bubbly wine and talk about their menagerie of peacocks, chickens, goats, etc. We listen to the title track off of Marco’s fab recent album “Let it Slide” and “Gaffiano #3”.

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Marshall Crenshaw, singer/songwriter & guitarist

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 07 Jan 2022 22:00:00 +0000

This weeks guest is a father, husband, singer/songwriter, guitarist, filmmaker, mid-westerner, world traveler, local resident, and all-around great guy - Marshall Crenshaw.

We talk about his life and career and creative habits, hear one of his new songs, “Sante Fe”, which is included as a bonus track on a special reissue of his 1999 album "#447", which is set to hit stores on February 4, 2022.

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Casting director Amy Hutchings and photographer Richard Hutchings

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 31 Dec 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Celebrating New Year’s Eve with Amy and Richard Hutchings, a seriously dynamic duo, married 54 years and just about the sassiest people I know. We speak about their many lives, their work on the early days of Sesame Street, their amazing 3 sons and her work casting just about every movie that shoots in the Hudson Valley.

We share a delicious bottle of prosecco.

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Reiki healer Allison Crosby Chawla is host of “Talk to Allison” on RadioFreeRhinecliff.org

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 24 Dec 2021 22:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is Allison Crosby Chawla, host of “Talk to Allison” on RadioFreeRhinecliff.org.

She’s also a Reiki healer, all-around multi-modality MVP, mother and wife. We talk about her history as a healer and the many techniques she uses to help her patients.

She enlisted station manager/owner/engineer/bartender Matt Rosenberg to provide the adult libation, a delicious martini made with Cotswolds dry gin, dry vermouth, orange bitters, and Austrian pine liqueur.

Produced by Norm Magnusson, Jennifer Hammoud, and Matty Rosenberg @ radiofreerhinecliff.org

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Jonathan Burkhart, best friend of Jonathan Larson (creator of "RENT")

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 17 Dec 2021 22:00:00 +0000

A last minute cancellation brings Jonathan Burkhart back to the Nook@TheEpicurean to talk about his youthful adventures and a remarkable road trip with roommate Jonathan Larson. Larson was the writer and composer of the hit musical “Rent” and the writer/subject of “tick, tick . . . BOOM!”, a new movie by Lin-Manuel Miranda that’s out now on Netflix.

We share a delicious Sazerac cocktail.

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Famous Spanish radio personality Guillermo Fesser

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 10 Dec 2021 22:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is filmmaker, journalist, author, radio personality, husband, father, and guy who moved from Madrid to Rhinebeck for love: Guillermo Fesser.

He makes us a delicious mojito and we discuss his current project, “The Invisible Monster” a powerful film about hunger that he made with his brother Javier Fesser.

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Photographer John Halpern

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 03 Dec 2021 22:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is John Halpern who’s had an amazing life as a commercial photographer. We talk about shooting CEO’s and Van Halen and The Eagles and getting a shout-out on Jay Leno, and those moments when his early creative passion led him to a life of breaking and entering.

He shares a delightful cocktail of Campari and sweet vermouth and prosecco and a story about his G.I. dad’s history with this very drink.

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Creative professionals Sharon Dixon Coughlan and Dana Dixon Cho Page

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 26 Nov 2021 22:00:00 +0000

This week’s guests are the multi-talented Dixon sisters: Sharon Dixon Coughlan and Dana Dixon Cho Page. The ebullient duo mix up a batch of “Stunt Doubles” (with bourbon, hickory smoked white peach puree, sour mix, lime, and absinthe) and talk about family and holidays and living their lives as creative professionals.

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Dutchess County Tourism Managing Director Dawn Hopper

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 19 Nov 2021 22:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is Dawn Hopper, a globe-trotting ambassador of tourism to New York’s Dutchess County. We talk about her life as an actress and a funny moment with Dick Van Dyke and share a delicious apple cider from the Epicurean corner store.

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Movie producer Jonathan Burkhart

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 12 Nov 2021 22:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is Jonathan Burkhart, one of my favorite people in the world to talk with; he’s a happy soul with amazing stories and mediocre bartending skills. We talk about his youth on Nantucket and his life as a movie producer as he muddles through the creation of a tequila drink supposedly called a “Manhattan goes to Hollywood.”

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Le Petit Bistro chef Joe Dalu

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 05 Nov 2021 21:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest is restauranteur extraordinaire, dad, sportsman, and all-around good sport, Joe Dalu, who brought a bottle of yummy Mescal for us to enjoy while we chit-chatted about his upbringing and life and learning to love to cook.

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Casey Grady, Steve Miller, & Claire Marziotti

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 29 Oct 2021 23:00:00 +0000

This week's guests are my old friends Casey Grady, Steve Miller, & Claire Marziotti. We talk about our youthful times in the advertising business, Halloween costumes, and share a whisky sour!

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Musicians and producers Leon Michels & Jenni Ruiz

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 22 Oct 2021 21:00:00 +0000

This week's guests are Jenni Ruiz and Leon Michels. The multi tasking, multi-instrumentalist, multi-national, multi-children rock stars share a “Shirley Temple Margarita” and talk about getting a PhD in Anthropology, making music, and all kinds of collaboration.

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Rhinebeck Town Supervisor Elizabeth Spinzia

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 21:00:00 +0000

Rhinebeck town supervisor Elizabeth Spinzia

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Inveterate Rhinebeck do-gooder Gina Walker Fox

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 08 Oct 2021 21:00:00 +0000

This week's guest is inveterate do-gooder. eternally generous soul, and delightfully bubbly wit, Gina Walker Fox, who shakes us up a coupla Moscow Mules (vodka, lime, ginger beer, and seltzer) and spins yarns about her life, hitchhiking away from Keokuk, Iowa, up the river to Chiropractic school and Minneapolis and, eventually New York City and Rhinebeck.

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Creative dynamo, Rhinebeck shopkeeper, and TV personality: Jean David Michel

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 01 Oct 2021 21:00:00 +0000

This week's guest is the creative dynamo, local shopkeeper, and national TV personality, Jean David Michel, who mixes us up a Rum Punch and talks about comics, running a comic book store, being a dad, and raising kids in Rhinebeck, as well as blaming himself for his baldness.

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Morton Library Director Sandy Bartlett

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 24 Sep 2021 21:00:00 +0000

The preternaturally positive promoter of Dewey's Decimals, the wonderful Sandy Bartlett. She’s prepared her version of a “Japanese Fizz”, which is bourbon, tawny port, lemon juice and some sugar, shaken and topped with club soda.

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Photographer Leslie Hill

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 17 Sep 2021 21:00:00 +0000

One of the loveliest linchpins of Rhinecliff, Leslie Hill, talks about her art, her work, and her life here in the hamlet.

She serves up a “Green River” cocktail, which is vodka, chartreuse, lime juice, grapefruit, simple syrup, and basil.

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Steam god, musician and more: Steve Mosto

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 10 Sep 2021 21:00:00 +0000

Steam god, musician and all-around inspiring human being Steve Mosto talks about the music biz, sobriety and lots of other stuff. He brought a crappy can of lychee soda from the Valero station to share with everyone.

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Artist and raconteur Grace Gunning

Radio Free Rhinecliff — Fri, 03 Sep 2021 21:00:00 +0000

Norm talks with Artist and raconteur Grace Gunning who talks about her 30 years in Rhinecliff and her artistic practice. She’s brought tequila and tonic with lime to share.

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