Show #43 – If Your Company Isn't Offering 'Perks' Then You Need Randy Nemeroff

Are you feeling the financial strain at the gas station, supermarket or for everything you purchase today? Let us introduce you to PerkPlans. PerkPlans works with companies, unions, associations & even non-profits by building them their own customized discount platform to offer to their employees, members and even clients. In association with AnnieMac Mortgage, PerkPlans can help add value to your company or organization's brand by providing this unique opportunity to offer hand-picked National and Local Discounts including Real Estate, Travel, Entertainment, Insurances, Flowers & Gifts, Health & Wellness Products and Services and much more. Listen in to learn more from PerkPlans Founder, Randy Nemeroff.

Show #42 – Summertime, Summertime, Sum – Sum Summertime!

July is upon us but it's not too late to get the kids into some of the local summer camps and programs. Jennifer Connolly, President of Junior Achievement of Western Mass, swings by the studio to chat with Gordon and Tinamarie about where to find some great local summer programs, how to reach out to JA USA if you are a listener from another state and the great Fall 2022 programs happening at JA Western Mass, so you and your children can plan ahead!

Show #41 – Be in the Know and Start Your Day in a Positive Way!

Do you love the TV show Jeopardy? Is Trivial Pursuit on your favorite game list? Do random tidbits of information make you happy? Then a FREE subscription to First Light Facts is just what you need! First Light Facts is an email publication of Volunteers Insurance Service Association, and their aim is to inform and entertain, on a wide variety of topics that they publish four mornings a week, at 6 a.m. Eastern time – around the first light of day. So, BE IN THE KNOW and sign up at www.firstlightfacts.com.

Show #40 – Scammers of the Dark Web Don't Back Off in Bad Times

We all know the economy is shaky, from food to gas to utilities, everything has gone up in price, but that doesn't stop the scammers of the dark web! Steve Weisman, CEO of Scamicide dot com is back as a reminder of the serious number of scams that are happening every day, and also advise on how important it is to keep an eye on your credit report because until the end of 2022 you can check your credit reports for free, EVERY MONTH!

Show #39 – Options Within The Mortgage Industry Are More Diversified Than Ever

A mortgage isn't just a traditional mortgage anymore, and with more options available attempting to figure out the best mortgage options for you or a loved one is like walking into a mine field without the best mortgage expert to guide you. Join mortgage originator Milly Potter from Homebridge Loans as she breaks down the difference between various mortgage options in today's mortgage marketplace.

Show #38 – Legal Professionals Are Your Best Bet When Navigating Elder Care

You shouldn't self-diagnose off the internet any more than you should navigate a Health Care Proxy, Will or general Elder Care for someone you love. Attorney Gina Barry of Bacon Wilson P.C. has been working with individuals and families regarding wills, healthcare proxies, elder care and more for more than two decades and jumpstarts the conversation on why you need professional guidance. Gina is a member of the National Association of Elder Law Attorneys, the Estate Planning Council, and the Western Mass Elder Care Professional Association.

You shouldn't self-diagnose off the internet any more than you should navigate a Health Care Proxy, Will or general Elder Care for someone you love. Attorney Gina Barry of Bacon Wilson P.C. has been working with individuals and families regarding wills, healthcare proxies, elder care and more for more than two decades and jumpstarts the conversation on why you need professional guidance. Gina is a member of the National Association of Elder Law Attorneys, the Estate Planning Council, and the Western Mass Elder Care Professional Association.

Show #37 – Going Back To The Beginning: The Basics of Crypto Currency From A Verified Crypto Expert

When you've got almost 600,000 followers on Twitter and you're Verified, people take notice of your expertise. Dan Held IS just that expert in the field of Cryptocurrency. As Growth Manager at the 2nd largest Cryptocurrency firm, Kraken, Dan walks Gordon and Tinamarie through the basics of what Crypto is, how to start investing and why cryptocurrency isn't rock science.

Show #36 – The Farming Community Is Finally Receiving The Support They Deserve

The pandemic has led the agricultural community to face extreme adversity in addition to navigating pre-existing challenges. Ashley Sears Randle, Deputy Commissioner/Legislative and Policy Director at the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources, joins us to discuss efforts at the department to address mental health and wellness and programs to support the farming community.

Show #35 – The Pandemic Changed The Car Industry, Is It Forever?

Cars – Cars – Cars! That's this week's subject as Gordy and Tinamarie dig in with Lia Toyota Finance Manager, Dominick Finochiaro, on everything from the auto industry supply chain to pre-pandemic purchases vs. now, used cars sales, skyrocketing prices and what it means to own an Electric vehicle. You'll definitely think twice about your current vehicle after you hear this show.

Show #34 – The Boy Scouts Are Still Going Strong and They Aren't Just For Boys, Anymore

The Boy Scouts have been a household name for over 100 years, and while the name may be the same much has changed over the last few decades! Join Western Mass Council President, Jeffrey Glaze, as he speaks passionately about the role of the Boy Scouts, the educational and leadership programs they offer, their now co-ed community and the 'never going out of style' camping excursions. It's a show not to be missed!