Two Darien, CT friends interview local figures and business owners.
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Darien's Spencer Knight - Stanley Cup Champion
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Listen to Darien's own Spencer Knight, 2024 NHL Stanley Cup Champion, share his athletic journey with us. From Rising Stars at Darien Ice Rink to the challenges and realities of playing professional sports, this young man demonstrates work ethic, humility and determination at its highest level.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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One of Darien's greatest athletes of all-time, Ryan Damon, endured years of sports injuries and concussions that left his body and mind practically inoperable. His fight to return to living a normal, happy life led him down the path to found The Current, a wellness center that delivers an exhilarating, 60-minute mindful and physical experience focu…
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Listen to Kim Swift and Laura Bremer, Co-Founders of Wave Strong discuss why they felt compelled to act following a period of tragic community loss.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Darien Athletic Foundation & DAF Media
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A conversation with Jenn Montanaro and Bruce Ferguson from Darien Athletic Foundation about raising $10 million that was gifted to Darien. We also talk about the founding of DAF Media live streaming network, which is a joint venture of DAF and the Darien Foundation.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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In an age of increased focus on both health and social engagement, non-alcoholic beer may just have become cool. Listen to Bill Shufelt, Darien native, Co-Founder and CEO of Athletic Brewing Company, a rapidly growing beverage company talk about his product, inspiration and how he built such a successful business.…
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The ”Palmers Project” - Moving Forward at Last!
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After sitting dormant for several years, it's exciting to sit down with the two men finally making this important Darien commercial real estate project a reality. Meet Jon and Joe Vaccaro, a local father-son duo known professionally as the V20 Group (www.v20group.com). In this hour-long conversation we cover the size and scope of the Heights Crossi…
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Applying to college feels more complicated, more competitive and more stressful than ever before. But is the competition for the “perfect” application real or only perceived? What do colleges really look for, and are we providing it here in Darien? How are Darien kids stacking up against others across America? And, what can (or should) we be doing …
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Mental Health - A Conversation about Nutrition
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In the final episode of this series, Dr. Danielle Douglas talks about the role of nutrition in supporting our teens' mental health.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Mental Health - A Conversation with Clergy
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Two local clergy members (and one via email) address the role of faith in our teens' mental health.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Mental Health - A Conversation with Two Therapists
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Two local mental health professionals discuss the interviews heard in the first episode in this series, and the stresses placed on our teens in Darien today.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Mental Health - A Conversation With Our Teenagers
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Three Darien teens bravely share their stories.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Listen to SE Cupp; TV personality, journalist, author and neighbor share her experiences (and challenges) with mental health, fame and identity in the media world.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Our first LIVE podcast... from the Darien Sidewalk Sales! We covered it all - Great Island, October’s “Chamber Jam,” Darien real estate, the local business landscape, politics and the Aug 9 primary, a new youth buddy program and more. Don’t miss this one!Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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The script gets flipped... listen to Liz and Taylor get interviewed by CNN's SE Cupp at the Darien Community Association's Annual Meeting.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Darien's favorite band, the Spadtastics talks with us behind the scenes during a warm-up session.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Let's talk about NO development in Darien! Listen to the Land Trust discuss how and why they preserve our Town's open spaces.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Bob Gillon - Parklands Development Project
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Hear Bob Gillon discuss his controversial new residential housing project at Parklands. We talk local control, 8-30g, Planning & Zoning, appeals, overdevelopment... it's all happening here in Darien. Tune in to learn more.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Dr. Rob Zembroski - Rebuilding Your Health and Becoming Immune Confident
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Dr. Rob Zembroski, cancer survivor, fitness guru and functional medicine specialist discusses ways to take control of your own health in a world dependent on pharmaceuticals.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Ward Glassmeyer and Sarah Woodberry - The Darien Foundation
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What's unique about the Darien Foundation? Ward (Chairman of the Board) and Sarah (Executive Director) explain their mission and describe some of the incredible projects their donors have funded in Darien.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Ben and Trudie Larrabee - Ben Larrabee Photography
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Ben and Trudie explain how their passion for each other and the art of meditation inspire their nationally famous work.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Patrick McMahon and Stuart Biel, Federal Realty - Noroton Heights Project
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Patrick McMahon (SVP, Development) and Stuart Biel (SVP, Leasing) tell us all about their Noroton Heights development project... with new tenant announcements and timeline updates.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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At Home in Darien - Helping our Seniors Age in Place
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Gina Blum (Executive Director) and Peter Sosnow (Board Member) explain how At Home in Darien helps seniors remain in their homes.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Dan Dolcetti, Craig Flaherty and Reese Hutchison talk to us about the founding of the infamous "Swap Shop" and other cutting-edge recycling efforts happening at the Darien Transfer Station.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Behind Every Successful Business is... A Great Chamber of Commerce
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Meet the Team behind Darien's flourishing business community! Kesti Aysseh (Executive Director), Cheryl Williams (Chairman of the Board) and David Wagner (Chairman of the Chamber's Charitable Foundation) discuss their vision for the Chamber and how they inspire Darien to SHOP LOCAL!Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Thriving Youth Task Force - 2021 Darien Student Survey Results
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Three members of the Thriving Youth Task Force summarize the results of their 2021 Student Survey of mental health and substance abuse habits among Darien teenagers.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Ken Skovron - Owner, Darien Cheese & Fine Foods
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Ken talks about his small-batch, handmade cheeses, proprietary olive oils and one-of-a-kind pocket knives, as well as the challenges facing small businesses today.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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2021 Candidate Interviews - Dave Brown for BOE
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Dave Brown answers our questions about his candidacy for Board of Education.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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2021 Candidate Interviews - Monica McNally for First Selectman
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Monica McNally answers our questions about her candidacy for First Selectman.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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2021 Candidate Interviews - Marcy Minnick for BOS
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Marcy Minnick answers our questions about her candidacy for Selectman.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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2021 Candidate Interviews - Tara Wurm for BOE
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Tara Wurm answers our questions about her candidacy for Board of Education.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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2021 Candidate Interviews - Jon Zagrodzky for BOS
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Jon Zagrodzky answers our questions about his candidacy for Selectman.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Jim Cameron - Local Media Expert and Co-Founder/Program Director of TV79
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Jim talks about bias in the media, transparency in government, the future of Metro-North and hot topics for this November's election.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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We're 6 months in! Time to reflect, revamp and revise... tune in to this short episode to hear about upcoming changes to our schedule, content and plans to interview political candidates for the upcoming election.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Marli Hayes - Interim CEO, YWCA Darien/Norwalk
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Marli discusses the YWCA's mission to empower women and eliminate racism, touching on hot topics including school curriculum, gender pronouns and Critical Race Theory.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Heather Raker, Executive Director & Jennifer Foster, Founding Board Member - The Mather Homestead Foundation
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Heather and Jennifer share stories about the Mather Family and Homestead, a fascinating piece of Darien history, and highlight the generosity of the individuals and community that brought this incredible asset to life.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Janice Marzano - The Depot, Darien Youth Commission... and So Much More
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On the eve of her retirement from The Depot, Janice discusses her more than 30 years of working with kids in Darien... sharing some laughs, tears, wisdom and invaluable advice for parents.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Mike Forget - Head Coach, DHS Varsity Football
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Coach Forget talks philosophy, apple pie and his outlook for the 2021 season.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Bill talks about his LEGO Gold Store status, time spent in the oil business, and introduces the new Darien Monopoly game!Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Now We're Talking Back-to-School with COVID - A Conversation with Licensed Therapist, Amanda Craig
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Amanda Craig, PhD/LMFT discusses the "big feelings" kids and families are facing as we return to another year of school with COVID still in the picture.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Jhonny Arteaga, Founder - JA Elite Soccer Academy
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Jhonny discusses his professional career, why he started JA Elite and how he helps our kids cultivate their passion for soccer.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Griffin talks about his rise in the music world, life in Darien and finding peace with himself before performing some incredible songs for us, LIVE.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Erika Allen - Founder and Owner, Make-Modern Crafting Studio
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Erika Allen shares her incredible journey in life and business with us-- from knitting tutors to her "white lady dreadlocks," close personal friendships and "going deeper" in the face of adversity.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Joe Larcheveque, Executive Director & Ryan Genovese, VP Student Affairs - Post 53
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Joe and Ryan explain how this student-driven emergency response team got started and what their volunteers do for the Darien community.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Now We're Talking ESS (Early Sports Specialization) - A Conversation with Dr. Karen Sutton, Orthopedic Surgeon at HSS
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Dr. Karen Sutton, nationally renowned physician in sports medicine and orthopedic surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery in Stamford, talks with us about the impact early sports specialization is having on young athletes.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Steve Roney, Founder and Jordan Castellani, President - Darien Firefighters Foundation
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Steve and Jordan explain how the Foundation and the Darien community support our 100% volunteer fire departments.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Tiere Hessert, Founder of MamaCollective
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Tiere Hessert shares her personal story and explains why she started the MamaCollective.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Now We're Talking Real Estate - A Conversation with Jeff Kelly and Barb Hazelton
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Jeff Kelly and Barb Hazelton of Houlihan Lawrence give us an update on the local real estate market.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Chef Peter Crawford, Tim Stisser and Mark DiBenedetto tell us how the Darien Butcher Shop and their gourmet restaurant, The Charles, came to be.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Dr. Alan Addley, Superintendent - Darien Public Schools
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Dr. Addley talks about the American Dream, leading a new district during COVID and what's to come for Darien's curriculum.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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Jen Kuryla & Jim Book, President and Founding Board Member of Darien Youth Lacrosse (DYLAX)
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Jen Kuryla and Jim Book talk about the “secret sauce” that makes Darien Youth Lacrosse one of the largest and most successful programs in the nation.Av Taylor Carter and Liz Geiger
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