Best Roebling Podcasts (2025)

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APPLE VALLEY, MN - Movie cameos, fishing firsts, and faith-filled storytelling 47:29

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8d ago47:29

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This week on Sassos Out, Frank and Christina share highlights from their latest travels including one of them making a surprise appearance in an upcoming movie! They’re also joined by filmmaker, author, and evangelist Carl Wesley Anderson, who opens up about his newest film project, "Revelation's Battle Plans", his heart for storytelling, and the u…

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DETROIT, MI - Spirits, Stories & Survival: Quincy Lewis at Detroit City Distillery 34:14

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This week, the Sassos are coming to you from Detroit, MI, recording live at the iconic Detroit City Distillery with special guest Quincy Lewis. Quincy shares his unforgettable experience speaking at the Sasso’s PodStock podcast conference in June 2022, opens up about a near-death experience that changed his outlook, and dives into his passion for p…

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Catherine de Medici, Part 1 1:30:10

11d ago1:30:10

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As the last legitimate heir to a powerful family, Catherine de Medici was married at only 14 into one of the most powerful royal houses in Europe. The two halves of her story are VASTLY different, and here in Part 1, we are going to tell you about how she had no resources but INNER resources - and the character that developed from the circumstances…

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ROANOKE, VA - Boo Thang Jiggle Butt: Nelson Pantoja 32:19

22d ago32:19

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In Roanoke, Virginia, the Sassos savor empanadas with food truck owner Nelson Pantoja, who reveals what makes his food truck, Empanada Nirvana Roanoke, a must-visit and shares stories from his remarkable life!

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Philadelphia 2025 Travelogue 1:28:30

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It's field trip time again! We took 50 listeners with us to the cradle of our country - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Over the course of a long weekend, we absorbed the sites and stories we'd learned about in school, and learned about those figures whose vital contributions have faded over time. Through our exposure to the artifacts, places and peopl…

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Suzanne Valadon 1:38:03

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Suzanne Valadon was born on the wrong side of the tracks, and the wrong side of the blanket, but grew up to be one of the It Girls of the Impressionist era. She traveled a unique journey to stardom by parlaying her career as an artist's model into an artistic career of her own. This episode brought to you in part by: Honeylove Blueland OSEA Hungryr…

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WELLSBORO, PA - The Timeless Tatum Talk 21:56

2M ago21:56

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In this flavorful episode of The Sasso’s Out Podcast, Frank and Christina sit down with special guest Terrance Tatum from Wellsboro, Pennsylvania, manager and visionary behind the beloved local hotspot, Timeless Destination. Join them as they explore the story behind the restaurant’s name, Terrance’s passion for creating meaningful dining experienc…

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CHATHAM, NJ - She Married Me for My Friend’s Voice: A Conversation with John Palma 1:31:11

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This week, the Sassos welcome special guest John Palma of Chatham, New Jersey, Frank’s friend since 1988, for a rich conversation that blends travel tales with personal memories. John shares highlights from his recent trip to Italy, but it’s the connections made along the way that take center stage. As the trio swaps stories, they also spark a good…

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Alice Paul Part 2 2:01:07

2M ago2:01:07

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The road to equality has never run smooth - in part 2, Alice Paul and the suffragists finally achieve their goal of a constitutional amendment giving women the vote - but not until a great deal of lobbying, schisms, sacrifice, and sheer willingness to go against the grain at every occasion. Never one to rest for long, Alice then had a greater aspir…

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Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Early Suffragists, 2025 1:30:19

2M ago1:30:19

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Years before Alice Paul was even born, the women's suffrage movement began with Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Susan B. Anthony, Lucretia Mott, and others at the first women's rights convention in the US in 1848. The efforts of these early suffragists laid the groundwork for Alice Paul and her peers, and their stories will give you a better understanding …

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Alice Paul, Part 1 2:02:45

3M ago2:02:45

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Alice Paul was one of the most prominent activists of the 20th-century women's rights movement, who believed that moral authority always trumps the letter of the law; injustices must be called out and resisted as a matter of principle. By hook or by crook; with personal sacrifice, determination, and a talent for spectacle, she moved the needle of p…

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KNOXVILLE, PA - Behind the Beef: The Truth from Valley View Organic Beef Farm 44:33

3M ago44:33

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This episode has an out-take after the outro, Don't miss it! Christina and Frank Sasso head to Knoxville, PA to meet with Brittney Doan from Valley View Organic Beef Farm. In this down-to-earth episode, Brittney reveals the clever marketing machine behind the Black Angus brand, debunks common myths about the cattle industry, and explains the surpri…

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Paris Field Trip Travelogue, 2025 1:38:39

3M ago1:38:39

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We lived the dream... and traveled to Paris in the springtime! Fifty of our friends joined us in the City Of Light for forays into history, art, wine, architecture, shopping, camaraderie, and SO MUCH FROMAGE! Some of our friends join us here on the show to tell you the tale of our adventures. (And the friendships we made along the way) Learn more a…

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Anne Frank 2025 2:27:11

4M ago2:27:11

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During our coverage of Miep Gies, we presented the story of the events that were happening in the world at large during WW2, closer in within the city of Amsterdam, and then to a smaller scale within the lives, offices and homes of the helpers. Susan has in fact taken a pilgrimage to Amsterdam to visit the attic where Anne lived and Miep worked so …

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HAMMONTON, NJ - From Stockroom to Still: A Conversation with Ryan Carpenter and Clint Beyers 36:07

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In this episode of Sasso’s Out, Frank and Christina head to the heart of Hammonton, New Jersey (yep, the blueberry capital of the world!) and set up shop at the stylish Blue Rascal Distillery. Join them, and the ever-controversial Mike Haelig—General Manager of The Lobby Club in Trenton, NJ —for laughs, chaos, and a spirited dive into what makes th…

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SELMA, NC - Cigars at Sunrise: A Conversation with Cameron Emory 34:17

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In this flavor-packed pilot episode with the Sasso's, Christina, fan of chaos, and Frank, lover of structure—hit the road to Selma, North Carolina for a recording session "in the wild" at JR Cigars. First Stop: Kicking off their journey with a caffeine-fueled stop at Noir Bakery & Coffee Company in North East, MD, Frank sips the best Americano of h…

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Miep Gies Part 2 2:09:05

5M ago2:09:05

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Miep Gies risked her life in order to help her Jewish friends hide from the Nazis during World War 2. In Part 2 of her story, we'll take you through the years of struggle and subterfuge, the dark day when the Secret Annex was raided, and how Miep saved Anne Frank's writings from destruction. Anne's diary is one of the most significant historical do…

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The Final Wave – Cheers to 200 Episodes! 1:18:09

5M ago1:18:09

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It’s the end of an era! In the final episode of Trenton Waves, Frank and Christina Sasso sit down with longtime friend and former New Pod City president, Will Foskey for one last wave. With glasses raised—Bardstown Bourbon for Christina and Will and a pour of Dalmore Scotch for Frank—they reminisce about the journey through 200 unforgettable episod…

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Miep Gies Part 1 1:18:36

5M ago1:18:36

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In a land fraught with turbulence and oppression, Miep Gies helped to shelter and supply Anne Frank's family (and others) while they were in hiding from the Nazis; an act of civil disobedience that was, though illegal, the most moral of human endeavors. This episode is sponsored in part by: Show off your excellent taste in podcasts by grabbing your…

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A Conversation with Anne Sebba: The Women's Orchestra of Auschwitz 1:07:00

5M ago1:07:00

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To leave you with a bit of lagniappe for Women's History Month, we broke our usual format to sit down for a talk with Anne Sebba, author of the new book The Women's Orchestra of Auschwitz: A Story of Survival. Anne tells us about some of the women in the only entirely female orchestra in any Nazi prison camp. She talks about her process of learning…

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Wallis Simpson, 2025 3:20:39

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Puppet? Manipulating social climber? Misunderstood? Deeply in love? However you see her, the fact remains that a king abdicated his throne, defied his family, and lived in exile to marry the twice divorced American socialite Wallis Simpson. It sounds like a fairytale, but how does their happily ever after work out? This mega-episode combines both p…

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Wangari Maathai Part 2 1:38:51

6M ago1:38:51

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We continue the story of Nobel Prize winning environmentalist Dr Wangari Maathai, who defied convention, financial hurdles, and the violent opposition of her own government to make her Green Belt Movement into an enduring worldwide force for societal good. She and her colleagues planted almost 40 million trees and empowered tens of thousands of wom…

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Wangari Maathai Part 1 1:10:24

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Wangari Maathai understood the vital connections between living things and the Earth; of local communities and the wider world. It is true that many trees make a mighty forest, and Maathai's Green Belt Movement made it clear to us all that the most important change for the greater good is one that each individual makes in their own backyard... a ph…

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Marie Laveau, 2025 1:25:27

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How much of the New Orleans Voodoo Queen's legend is myth? (Hint: A lot) Happy Mardi Gras and, more importantly, Happy Women's History Month! This episode is sponsored by: Madam Ram: The woman who took on a man's world and won! Based on a true story! Listen wherever you get your podcasts! Wildgrain: The first bake from frozen subscription box for a…

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Sojourner Truth 2025 2:09:11

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Sojourner Truth was an enslaved woman, a freewoman, a preacher, a speaker, an abolitionist, and a women's rights advocate in the Civil War-era United States. Like a lot of women's history, Sojourner's truth may have been edited long ago, but we can help to set it right. This episode is brought to you in part by: Blissy: Get better sleep, hair, and …

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Georgia Gilmore 1:11:32

7M ago1:11:32

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Georgia Gilmore was one of the unsung heroes of history during the Civil Rights movement in America; a prime example of how one person's contributions can change the course of a country. Her tireless fundraising efforts were critical to the success of the Montgomery bus boycott, and Presidents met with activists under her roof, comforted by Georgia…

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Nothing Like a Mouthful of Metal 1:03:18

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Frank uses a new piece of technology in the studio to record because he couldn't know what he did with the SD card the show gets recorded on. Medina Health Center's Mira Sadeghi and Nabeel Khan from last week almost became Frank's favorite guest because of a gift of cannolis. Once again, Frank explains the what Trenton Waves is about.SHOUT OUT TO: …

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Medina Health Center: Free Healthcare in Trenton—yeah, FREE! 49:27

7M ago49:27

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Now, as the official podcast of the Capital Philharmonic, the Sassos discuss buying a Christmas tree at Home Depot and the service they received. Frank also warns Podcastia not to accept FREE hot chocolate from any organization, group, parade, etc. They also share on the neighborhood light show trolley ride they went on with a Goth Dad sitting next…

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Josephine Bonaparte and Eugénie Bonaparte 2:14:06

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Josephine and Eugénie, related by marriage, and separated by only a generation, both rose from relative obscurity to become the Empress of France during tumultuous times. The paths of these very different women never crossed, but they both were stars in their own time and left their unique marks on history. Please join us on our Field Trip to Italy…

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Fannie Lou Hamer, 2025 2:00:51

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In honor of Martin Luther King Day, we are again shining the spotlight on the remarkable life of Fannie Lou Hamer. As a small child, her hard labor was key to her family’s survival. She grew up to become a fiery civil rights activist who would not be silenced by intimidation, violence, or the personal wishes of the President of the United States hi…

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Charity Adams Earley 2:07:03

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Charity Adams Earley was the first, and highest ranking, African-American officer in the Women's Army Corps. During WW2, she led the 6888th - The Central Postal Directory Battalion, which was sent to Europe to make sure that years of backlogged letters and packages were delivered at last to the waiting soldiers. Her work showed the importance of di…

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CPNJ: The New Year's Eve Tradition Continues! 43:16

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In this episode: The Sassos breathe a sigh of relief that Jenna Figueroa-Kettenburg won the South Ward Council Election and don't have to hear the Jenna song anymore. Patriots Week is back. Go to PatriotsWeek.com for more information! True or False: Three out of four couples over 65 years old do not exchange Christmas Gifts. Send your answers to Ne…

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Mrs, Claus, 2024 16:36

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This story of Christmas' unsung hero has been our holiday tradition since 2014! We change bits of it every year, so no two years are exactly the same! If you have little ears with you, you may want to preview it so no secrets are spoiled! Happiest of holidays to you, we'll see you in 2025! Speaking of seeing us in 2025, we would love for you to tra…

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Gut Wrenching with John Palma 59:44

9M ago59:44

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Podcastia! You wanted him, you got him. That's right, John Palma is back! This time with even more Butterball-Shock Power and carrying a number 4 wrench! While Christina is out getting her hair cut, Frank snuck John into the studio for another idiotic yet informative conversation. That's right. "Informative". There's even a caller who was waiting o…

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Katharine Graham 2:13:21

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Katharine Graham was the head of the Washington Post empire during a turbulent time in American history. After a personal tragedy catapulted her into the public eye (and the eye of the hurricane), she took on the doubters and became the most powerful woman in media history. She was an icon of resilience and determination, as well as embodying the b…

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Disrupting Ride Share 38:18

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John Snee is on a mission - one that will completely disrupt the ride share industry. It's called U Limo, and yeah, it's a big threat! John hangs with Frank in the studio this week on Trenton Waves to talk all things U Limo, his obsession with Madame Curie, and why he's the only Italian ginger Frank has ever met. Visit PappyCo.com today for your Ch…

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Pocahontas, 2024 1:14:03

10M ago1:14:03

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It's Thanksgiving and National Native American Heritage Month here in the United States so, this week, we continue our tradition of sharing this episode from 2017. Pocahontas' real story is much different than the romanticized versions of her life! At this time of year, here, when American History is told and retold over turkey and Ubiquitous Green…

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Bellview Winery with Patrick Harney 1:02:09

9M ago1:02:09

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Patrick Harney joins the Sassos this week to talk all things Bellview Winery - from grape growing to distribution. In great form, he brings oysters and wine with him to the studio. Lobby Club's Mike Haelig makes a surprise visit to put in his 2 cents. Stay tuned for post outro bonus content. -- Get your flying pig cigars and any other bourbon-lifes…

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Bon Appetit with the Philadelphia Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra 51:41

10M ago51:41

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This week, Composer Dan Spalding and his wife and pianist Gabriela Imreh, join the Sassos in the studio this week to talk about their new show, “Bon Appétit!". They also find out how Dan and Gabriela met - a story you won't wanna miss! The Philadelphia Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra will present Lee Hoiby’s one-person comic opera “Bon Appétit!,” inspir…

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Effectively Efficient with Author Norbert Niakas 38:59

10M ago38:59

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Author Norbert Niakas schools Frank and Christina this week on the importance of time management, being physically and mentally fit, and why Thundercats shaped his adulthood. “I don’t have time” is one of the main reason’s people give for not living a healthier lifestyle. Norbert's new book, "Effectively Efficient: Self-Care for Today's Fast-Paced …

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Paris 2024 Travelogue 1:49:16

10M ago1:49:16

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We took fifty friends with us on our latest women's history tour to the City of Light! From a private nighttime tour of Versailles to a luncheon at Veuve Clicquot, through pastries shaped like apples at A. LaCroix patisserie and an ocean of glorious onion soup, we filled our suitcases with treasures and our hearts with joy. But perhaps the best sou…

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Keeping From Goin' Postal with Dane Tober 34:19

10M ago34:19

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Christina watches a guy combing his beard AT DINNER - but that's not even the best part. Tune in to find out what happened. Then, U.S. Postal Worker, Dane Tober joins the Sassos in the studio to talk about the atrocious way postal workers get treated by management. Visit the National Association of Letter Carriers' website at https://www.nalc.org/…

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Sarah Winchester and the Winchester Mystery House 1:18:17

10M ago1:18:17

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Join us on this Halloween bonus episode as we revisit our 2019 coverage of Sarah Winchester! The Winchester Mystery House has intrigued people for almost a century. Its story has always been a dramatic one, full of ghosts, guns, and desperation - but perhaps there is a simpler explanation buried within the life of Sarah Winchester herself. We would…

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Lame-ian Malave is at it Again 2:41

10M ago2:41

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Glorified leafblower Damian Malave is up to his old tricks again! Willing to do absolutely ANYTHING to win the Trenton NJ South Ward Council seat. TODAY Malave was seen escorting people into the voting location, (the Trenton Firehouse at 244 Perry St) pointing at his name on the ballot and telling them, in Spanish, to vote for him. If you are a reg…

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The Beauty of Bouie-isms with Gene Bouie 1:04:02

11M ago1:04:02

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Get ready to explore the exciting changes in Trenton's school district as Gene Bouie joins the Sassos in the studio. Discover how the school board is making family and community engagement a top priority. They're treating families like valued customers and weaving their feedback into strategic plans. They also discuss a new show coming to the New P…

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NJ Future’s Ben Dziobek talks Route 29! 39:42

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NJ Future's Ben Dziobek joins the Sassos in the studio this week to talk about the future of Route 29 and the overall vision for the Capital City and his lip sweater. Check out NJFuture.org Follow Ben on his Instagram at: @ben_dziobek

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Nov. 5 Election Day - Voter Dos and Don'ts⁠ 44:45

11M ago44:45

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Trenton NJ City Clerk, Brandon Garcia (and Jorge aka Dr. J!) visits the studio again to share on Voter Dos and Don'ts. Pay attention here, Podcastia! There's also a post credit clip of what happens in the studio that doesn't make it to the show! Go to PappyCo.com and to get the Flying Pig, a limited-edition smoke which is part of Pappy Van Winkle's…

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Vote for Jenna on Nov. 5, 2024⁠ 59:37

11M ago59:37

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The Sassos talk with South Ward Councilperson Jenna Figueroa Kettenburg about her upcoming victory for the South Ward council seat, her track record, and why she can't get Frank a job issuing parking tickets.

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10 Crucial Days of Dining⁠ 44:28

11M ago44:28

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Taste Trenton, Trenton NJ's restaurant event featuring area restaurants in a self-guided tour throughout Trenton, has announced a 10-day event for its September showcase of culinary options in the city. Newly titled “10 Crucial Days of Dining,” the effort maintains its signature restaurant crawl elements of small sampling plates at reduced prices w…

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The Honorable Douglas H. Palmer 1:00:17

11M ago1:00:17

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The Honorable Douglas H. Palmer is in the studio this week with Frank and Christina! Among the topics that get discussed is the reconcillation of Frank and Doug's friendship after Frank felt slighted by him. Hey Trenton, learn a lesson from this episode. Learn how to communicate with people you may be upset with. -- Remember to enter for your chan…