Filmmaker Mike Purvis sits down with Noah to analyze Woody Allen's 2011 comic fantasy romantic romp Midnight in Paris and what it has to say about the dangers that come with romanticizing the past.

S3 Episode 1: Alan Bern – Recorded December 20, 2025   Photo: Shendi Copitman

“So I got an accordion, I put it on my back, and I went to Europe ... “Do tune in to hear how Alan’s story intertwines music and speech with creativity, compassion, and being Jewish in today’s world. Listen in to hear how the “other” in Other Music Academy is not what you might think and how transcultural work is more about mycelium than bridges. 

Alan and I met in the courtyard of Etz Hayyim Synagogue and this episode was recorded in the city of Chania on the island of Crete. It is the first of this  3rd “season” with the tagline of “voices from afar (and not so far).”  

Give yourself a treat by checking out his work in Weimar and selected music, linked below.

Chico educates Noah on the surprising thematic density of the camp musical sensation, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, and the number of interpretations that can be read from it.

Noah and Charlie discuss the unbridled creative, thoughtful, and contagious silliness of 1991's Bill and Ted's Bogus Journey, and what makes it a perfect sequel.

Cedar swindles Noah into watching the ultra low-budget outsider film So Long Suburbia that prompts bittersweet reflections on the highs and lows of 2010s pop culture.

Noah chats with actor Matthew Schofield to dive into the film that inspired this show, Robert Altman's 1971 anti-western McCabe and Mrs. Miller, and attempt to break down what makes the film so hauntingly beautiful.

Description: Noah sits down with old friend Joshua Rosen to discuss the Coen Brothers' 2013 film Inside Llewyn Davis and how its wintry depiction of artistic struggles resonate now as creatives in a money-driven world.

What makes a movie special to someone? Why do they feel compelled to revisit it time and time again? Is it the technical aspects, the acting, the overall message, a mix of everything? Or is it something that eclipses words? Join Noah Mauchly as he sits down with friends, family, and artists to discuss what "that one movie" is for them and if it's possible to get to the heart of what makes it so special for them.

Premiere Episode: Hiring a lawyer is one of the most important decisions you’ll make in a divorce or family case. This episode covers how to choose the right attorney, what to ask, common mistakes people make, and the warning signs that should make you pause. Practical, clear, and designed to save you time, money, and stress.

Divorce Coaching with Margot is a practical, compassionate podcast for anyone navigating divorce, custody, or a major relationship transition. Each episode offers clear coaching, smart strategy, and actionable tools—so you can communicate with strength, make confident decisions, and protect your peace as you move forward.

S2 Episode 4: Fran Miller–Recorded December1, 2025 Photo: courtesy Fran Miller

Fran moved up to Vermont from New York City in the fall of 2019 to work at the Vermont Law School’s Center for Agriculture and Food Systems. Outside her professional work she is active in pro-Palestinian causes including as a member ofJewish Voice for Peace (JVP). In this interview, she discusses her turnaround from seeing Israel in an ideal light to upholding the social justice ideals of her father who supported Israel yet impressed on her the Jewish value of working on behalf of the underdog.

Ep Bio: Noah Mauchly sits down with Media Maker Hayden Young to discuss his upbringing in the Upper Valley watching age-inappropriate movies and what led him to become the filmmaker he is today.

Join the JAM team as they discuss all things JAM and what's happening in the Upper Valley. With a rotating cast of guests to keep you on your toes, and local legends and legends in the making sitting in the hot seat, find out what makes this organization and the community around it tick!

Hosted by the JAM Media Education and Membership coordinator Noah Mauchly. Contact him at [email protected]. Original art by Cedar O'Dowd.

This podcast is made by JAM - Junction Arts & Media serving the Upper Valley of NH and VT from White River Junction, VT.