Best Dot Comms Podcasts (2025)

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Inside Communications Presented by Half Street Group: Small Business Strategies + What Little League Teaches Us About Comms 37:20

6h ago37:20

37:20

Send us a text Half Street Group Founder and President Mike Raia joins Bill Bartholomew for a discussion on small business communications strategies, plus, what little league can teach us about comms! http://www.halfstreetgroup.com Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Mike Raia

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Rhode Island College Students Organize to "Save Their Majors" 24:24

5d ago24:24

24:24

Send us a text Rhode Island College recently released a report that includes a plan to cut twenty programs from the school's offerings. Students join Bill Bartholomew to discuss an effort to push back on the proposed cuts. They are: Felix Fonseca Garcia, World Languages Education - Portuguese major Hak Kay, Gender Studies major Danielle Hurowitz, G…

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Financial Well-Being presented by Navigant Credit Union: Cash Management for Small Businesses 18:08

6d ago18:08

18:08

Send us a text Navigant Credit Union's VP of Cash Management Brian Pereira joins Bill Bartholomew for April's episode of Financial Well Being. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Brian Pereira

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"Stumpgate": Why Did a RI DOT Contractor Remove Trees From an Unauthorized Area? Eco RI News' Colleen Cronin 17:55

7d ago17:55

17:55

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew welcomes Eco RI News reporter Colleen Cronin for a discussion on "Stumpgate", a saga in which a contractor for the Rhode Island Department of Transportation inadvertently removed a significant amount of trees from a highway onramp. How did this miscommunication happen and what are the environmental consequences? Supp…

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RI Senate President Dominick Ruggerio Has Died. Boston Globe's Ed Fitzpatrick Reports 19:30

8d ago19:30

19:30

Send us a text Breaking news: following a lengthy illness, Rhode Island Senate President Dominick Ruggerio has died. The Boston Globe's Ed Fitzpatrick join Bill Bartholomew to discuss Ruggerio's legacy and what comes next on the governmental side. Support the show

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Is Westerly The Next Great American Music Hub? Nashville North at United Theatre 25:59

12d ago25:59

25:59

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew welcomes Westerly's United Theatre Executive Director Carly Callahan and Artistic Director Tony Nunes for a discussion on the Nashville North initiative and how the theatre is shaping the greater-Westerly community cultural and economic footprint. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Carly Callahan / Tony Nunes

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RI's Heath Care Crisis "Over the Cliff" Says Physician 24:49

14d ago24:49

24:49

Send us a text The recent announcement that Anchor Medical Associates will be closing its practice this summer has exacerbated an already strained health care system in Rhode Island. Bill Bartholomew speaks with Blackstone Valley Community Health Care CEO and family physician Dr. Christy Pacheco and COO Mark Glovasky for insights on the extent of t…

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Dan McGowan (Boston Globe) Talks Return of Providence Schools to City Control 24:58

18d ago24:58

24:58

Send us a text Boston Globe Rhode Island columnist Dan McGowan joins Bill Bartholomew for a discussion on the latest efforts by Providence mayor Brett Smiley to for the city to regain control of the Providence Public School District. The district was taken over by the State of Rhode Island in 2019. Support the show…

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Rand Bradbury Brings Original Music to Newport 24:32

19d ago24:32

24:32

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew welcomes New England Music Organization and North End Entertainment's Rand Bradbury for a discussion on his work promoting and producing original music in Newport, RI. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Rand Bradbury

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Checkpoint Zoo Director Joshua Zeman 20:23

20d ago20:23

20:23

Send us a text newportFILM, Rhode Island's premier presenter of the latest, critically-acclaimed documentary films, will be screening: CHECKPOINT ZOO at Newport Classica's Recital Hall on Thursday, April 10th at 7pm. Tickets are available at newportfilm.com Learn more about the film at www.checkpointzoo.com Support the show…

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How Can Rhode Island React to Trump Economic Madness? 38:13

22d ago38:13

38:13

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew offers insight into how Rhode Island can react to the economic chaos that President Trump's policies are creating. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew

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Episode 003 - Media Coverage of Self-Supported Ultra-Distance Events with Meaghan Hackinen, Rob Gardiner & James Robertson. 1:25:00

29d ago1:25:00

1:25:00

Welcome to Dot Comms: The audio home of ultra-distance cycling coverage, brought to you by DotWatcher. Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport. Pr…

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Assessing Rhode Island's Behavioral Health Crisis: Tom Rodrigues, Mobile Crisis Clinician 23:27

30d ago23:27

23:27

Send us a text Tom Rodrigues, Mobile Crisis Clinician joins Bill Bartholomew for a discussion on the behavioral health crisis that Rhode Island is facing. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Tom Rodrigues

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How "Fire Districts" Restrict Shoreline Access and Operate Extra-Constitutionally: Activist Melissa Jenkins 31:46

1M ago31:46

31:46

Send us a text Activist Melissa Jenkins discusses how fire districts, particularly in Bonnet Shores, operate outside of the normal confines of democracy. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Melissa Jenkins

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Financial Well-Being presented by Navigant Credit Union: Financial Literacy 14:47

1M ago14:47

14:47

Send us a text Navigant Credit Union AVP of Financial Education Amanda LaRose joins Bill Bartholomew for a discussion on financial literacy, and ways that http://www.navigantcu.org work to inform and empower the community in the space. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Amanda Larose

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He Organized the Protest at Providence Tesla Facility: Patrick Crowley, President AFL-CIO 31:56

1M ago31:56

31:56

Send us a text Patrick Crowley, President AFL-CIO joins Bill Bartholomew for a discussion on how organized labor is reacting the the Musk-Trump agenda. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Patrick Crowley

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A Case Study in Anti-Trans Efforts in Public Schools: Chariho. The Womxn Project's Jocelyn Foye 22:54

1M ago22:54

22:54

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew welcomes The Womxn Project Executive Director Jocelyn Foye for a discussion on anti-trans efforts in the Chariho School District, and the public/district's response. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Jocelyn Foye

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Journalist Zane Wolfang and Bill Bartholomew Discuss Trump Admin Immigrant Detentions 32:44

1M ago32:44

32:44

Send us a text Journalist Zane Wolfang joins Bill Bartholomew to discuss the latest on the Trump administration's immigration detentions. Mr. Wolfang recently returned from travel in the middle east where he conducted reporting on the issue's impact. Read more of Zane's work at http://www.zanewolfang.substack.com Support the show…

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Senator Jack Reed 36:18

1M ago36:18

36:18

Send us a text United States senator Jack Reed join Bill Bartholomew for a wide-ranging conversation. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Jack Reed

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"Champions of the Golden Valley", Screening by newportFILM. Producer Katie Stjernholm 20:57

1M ago20:57

20:57

Send us a text newportFILM, Rhode Island's premier presenter of the latest, critically-acclaimed documentary films, will be screening: CHAMPIONS OF THE GOLDEN VALLEY at the Roger Williams Botanical Center on Thursday, March 20th at 7pm. Seating is limited, please RSVP at newportfilm.com Support the show…

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Coalition for a Multilingual RI/Bilingual Dual Language and World Language Teacher Investment Act 33:04

2M ago33:04

33:04

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew welcomes Coalition for a Multilingual RI Erin Papa and Alicia Pratt along with Representative David Morales, who is sponsoring the Bilingual Dual Language and World Language Teacher Investment Act. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Erin Papa / Alicia Pratt / David Morales

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Inside Communications Presented by Half Street Group: "Newsjacking", RI Gov Race Underway, Pivoting to Digital-First 37:28

2M ago37:28

37:28

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew welcomes Half Street Group founder and president Mike Raia for Inside Communications. In this month's episode, Raia offers expertise on the now-underway 2026 Rhode Island gubernatorial race, examines the concept of "newsjacking" and discusses how sports are a leading indicator of a trend towards digital-first content…

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Lets Prepare For The Unhoused Crisis, Right Now: Laura Jaworski, House of Hope 41:13

2M ago41:13

41:13

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew welcomes Laura Jaworski, Executive Director, House of Hope, for a conversation about the state of homelessness in Rhode Island and preparing for the next cold season starting now. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Laura Jaworski

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Politicizing Public Education: What Abolishing The Department of Education Would Mean For Rhode Island 24:41

2M ago24:41

24:41

Send us a text Chiara Deltito-Sharrott, Executive Director, Rhode Island League of Charter Schools joins Bill Bartholomew for a discussion on how a proposed dissolution of the Department of Education would impact the state. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Chiara Deltito-Sharrott

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Ashley Kalus 56:08

2M ago56:08

56:08

Send us a text Business woman and former Republican Rhode Island gubernatorial candidate Ashley Kalus joins Bill Bartholomew in-studio for a wide-ranging conversation on state and national politics and her own future political ambitions. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Ashley Kalus

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Former Brown Police Officer Says Police Department Is A "Queen's Army", Ignores Protocol 1:04:38

2M ago1:04:38

1:04:38

Send us a text Former Brown University Police Officer Michael Greco shares his experience working for the department, including his concerns that the department functions outside of the parameters of typical police oversight. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew/ Michael Greco

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Financial Well-Being presented by Navigant Credit Union: Preparing For Home Ownership 15:00

2M ago15:00

15:00

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew welcomes David DeCubellis, Navigant’s Chief Lending Officer for a discussion on first-time homebuyers. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / David DeCubellis

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Speaker Joe Shekarchi 24:20

2M ago24:20

24:20

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew welcomes Rhode Island Speaker of the House Joe Shekarchi for a conversation on how Rhode Island is positioned in the wake of Trump agenda and his legislative priorities for 2024. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Joe Shekarchi

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Anti-Censorship Legislation: The RI Freedom to Read Act 32:03

2M ago32:03

32:03

Send us a text The Freedom to Read Act would make RI a safe harbor for books, students, librarians, teachers, and book creators. Author Cathy G. Johnson and North Kingstown School Committee member Jennifer Lima join Bill Bartholomew to discuss. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Jennifer Lima / Cathy G. Johnson

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Episode 002 - Promoting Diversity Through Positive Action with Seun Alaba, Athlyn Cathcart-Keays & Taylor Doyle. 1:19:44

2M ago1:19:44

1:19:44

Welcome to Dot Comms: The audio home of ultra-distance cycling coverage, brought to you by DotWatcher. Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport. Pr…

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Audubon Society of RI Aims for Net Zero By 2030 26:31

2M ago26:31

26:31

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew welcomes Audubon Executive Director Jeff Hall for a discussion on the organization's efforts to go net-zero by 2030. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Jeff Hall

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RI Housing Secretary Deborah J. Goddard 24:04

2M ago24:04

24:04

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew welcomes new RI Housing Secretary Deborah J. Goddard for a conversation of addressing the housing crisis. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Deborah Goddard

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RI Attorney General Peter Neronha is a National Leader in Court Challenges to Trump Doctrine 34:32

2M ago34:32

34:32

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew welcomes Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha for a conversation about his efforts to litigate against the Trump administration on several executive orders. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Peter Neronha

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What It Means To Localize Action 46:03

3M ago46:03

46:03

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew responds to the latest turns in Trump 2.0 American politics and asks the question: what does it truly mean to localize action and reaction to the moment? Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew

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When Will Providence Schools Return To Local Control? Boston Globe's Dan McGowan 32:45

3M ago32:45

32:45

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew welcomes Boston Globe Rhode Island columnist Dan McGowan to discuss the latest on the state takeover of Providence schools. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Dan McGowan

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Mayor Brett Smiley on Providence's Nighttime Economy 23:20

3M ago23:20

23:20

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew speaks with Providence mayor Brett Smiley about the economic impact of the city's nightlife and steps to elevate the supersector. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Brett Smiley

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Blue at RWU: Dr. Brian Wysor and Dr. Koty Sharp 19:33

3M ago19:33

19:33

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew speaks with Roger Williams University's Dr. Brian Wysor, Interim Dean, School of Social and Natural Sciences, Professor of Biology and Dr. Koty Sharp, Director, Center for Economic & Environmental Development, Associate Professor, Biology, Marine Biology, & Environmental Science about "Blue at RWU", an event showcasi…

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ICE In Newport. What We Know 43:17

3M ago43:17

43:17

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew with the latest on an ICE operation in Newport, RI. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew

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Episode 001 - Winter Ultra-Distance Cycling with Miron Golfman, Nina Gässler & Graeme Raeburn. 1:18:36

3M ago1:18:36

1:18:36

Welcome to Dot Comms: The audio home of ultra-distance cycling coverage, brought to you by DotWatcher. Each month we bring you all the latest racing news and goings-on from the ultra-distance self-supported cycling world, and a Roundtable discussion where prominent characters of the community share their opinions on pressing issues in the sport. Pr…

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Town of Johnston Goes "Next Level" In Thwarting Housing Production 31:43

3M ago31:43

31:43

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew reacts to the news that Johnston mayor Joe Polisena, Jr. is asking the town to grant him permission to declare eminent domain on a parcel of land that was slated for an affordable housing complex, instead moving to construct a new municipal on the site. The affordable housing project was the subject of controversial …

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These Providence City Councilors Created a Pop-Up Shelter at City Hall 24:00

3M ago24:00

24:00

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew welcomes Providence City Councilors Miguel Sanchez and Justin Roias for a conversation about their efforts to open a pop-up shelter for unhoused folks at Providence City Hall. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Miguel Sanchez / Justin Roias

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Inside Communications Presented by Half Street Group: Thought Leadership 37:33

3M ago37:33

37:33

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew welcomes Half Street Group Founder and President Mike Raia for his monthly segment "Inside Communications" with a focus this month on thought leadership. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Mike Raia

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BLM RI PAC's Harrison Tuttle 45:01

3M ago45:01

45:01

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew welcomes Harrison Tuttle, Executive Director of the Black Lives Matter Rhode Island Political Action Committee, for a discussion on major local issues, including the crisis of the unhoused, and refocusing on community in the era of Trump 2.0. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Harrison Tuttle

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Steve Ahlquist 58:58

3M ago58:58

58:58

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew welcomes journalist Steve Ahlquist back to the podcast for a discussion on his work, including his transition to Substack, the Rhode Island crisis of the unhoused and much more. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Steve Ahlquist

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States of State Remarks Show Differing Priorities Between Administration and Advocates 50:29

3M ago50:29

50:29

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew reacts to the 2025 Rhode Island State of the State and the "People's State of the State", an event that was held in the hour prior to the governor's address. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew

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Senator Sheldon Whitehouse 47:31

4M ago47:31

47:31

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew welcomes U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse for a conversation on how Democrats can balance serving as oversight to a GOP Washington while also maintaining a productive and constituent-serving role. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Sheldon Whitehouse

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How Can Providence's Pop-Up Homeless Shelters Inform Officialdom? 44:39

4M ago44:39

44:39

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew discusses the pop-up homeless shelters at Providence City Hall and The DaVinci Center, which were organized by Councilors Miguel Sanchez and Justin Roias. The centers drew the ire of Providence mayor Brett Smiley, however, given an apparent need for additional shelter space, particularly acute during the current extr…

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Rhode Island Atheists Talk 2025 Legislative Priorities 22:41

4M ago22:41

22:41

Send us a text Rhode Island Atheists Brian Cardoza and John Mertus discuss their legislative priorities for the 2025 legislative session. Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Brian Cardoza / John Mertus

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2024 In Review: Antonia Noori Farzan (ProJo) and Dan McGowan (Boston Globe) 47:14

4M ago47:14

47:14

Send us a text Bill Bartholomew is joined by Providence Journal reporter Antonia Noori Farzan and Boston Globe Rhode Island columnist Dan McGowan for a look back at the biggest Rhode Island stories of 2024 Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Antonia Noori Farzan / Dan McGowan

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Congressman Seth Magaziner 21:59

4M ago21:59

21:59

Send us a text Congressman Seth Magaziner talks Rhode Island cyberattack, drones, Democrats oversight role during Trump 2.0, Washington Bridge federal funding and more with Bill Bartholomew Support the showBy Bill Bartholomew / Seth Magaziner

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