Medford Bytes

Medford Bytes

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  • Tarik Samman for Congress

    Today's episode includes a conversation with Tarik Samman, candidate for Congress for the Massachusetts 5th district.


    Tarik Samman is an American shaped by the same economic struggles that weigh on millions in his generation. He is also a union organizer, a researcher at Harvard Law, and the son of Syrian immigrants who have experienced the challenges that so many immigrant families live through today. He is running for Congress in Massachusetts’ 5th District to put people first, defend our freedoms, and make the American Dream affordable.


    Website: https://tarikforcongress.com/

    ActBlue: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/tarikforcongress/

    36 min
  • Medford For Palestine Update

    Today's episode includes a conversation with Josh Eckart-Lee and Micah Kessleman of Medford for Palestine. Below are some points referenced in the episode with links for further information.

    • Mayor's Letter explaining her veto, along with the final ordinance language: https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1760120457/medfordmaorg/qzzhnq4qutkbdqu753we/20250805-MedfordCityCouncilRegularMeetingAgendaWithAttachmentsdragged.pdf
    • State efforts to Divest from Weapons Manufacturers: An Act Promoting Responsible Investment (H.1264/S.767) is being championed by the MA Coalition for Responsible Investment, in which Medford for Palestine is a member. Learn more at: https://masscfri.carrd.co/ Our State Senator, Pat Jehlen, is one of the sponsors, so she will particularly benefit from our support! 
    • For those concerned about the limits on free speech in our schools and the "Don't Say Palestine" guidance: https://sites.google.com/view/shame-on-velis/take-action and consider reaching out to the Medford School Committee!


    39 min
  • Erika Reinfeld

    Today's episode includes a conversation with Erika Reinfeld, candidate for re-election to the School Committee. For more information about her campaign, check outhttps://www.erika02155.com/

    26 min
  • Justin Tseng

    Today's episode includes a conversation with Justin Tseng, candidate for re-election to the City Council. More information about his campaign can be found at https://www.justin4medford.com/



    42 min
  • Charter Ballot Question

    Today's episode includes a conversation with Milva McDonald about the question on the ballot in November about updates to the City Charter. For more information, please visit https://www.medfordcharternow.com/ and review the current charter, the proposed charter, and the language of the ballot question.


    Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at [email protected], or follow us on Instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes Podcast. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts. Thanks so much for listening.

    42 min
  • Mike Mastrobuoni, Candidate for School Committee

    Today's episode includes a conversation with Mike Mastrobuoni, candidate for School Committee. For more information about his campaign, check out: www.mikemastrobuoni.com and on Facebook and Instagram @mikeformedford.



    Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at [email protected], or follow us on Instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes Podcast. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts. Thanks so much for listening.

    23 min
  • Dr Lisa Kingsley, Candidate for School Committee

    Today's episode includes a conversation with Lisa Kingsley candidate for School Committee. For more information about her campaign, check out the following links:


    website: https://www.electlisakingsley.com/ 

    donation: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/electlisakingsley FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579062952124
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisaformedford/


    Today's episode includes an interview with Jessica Parks, candidate for School Committee. For more information about her campaign check out:

    Website: ⁠www.jessicaparks4medford.com⁠

    Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠

    FB: ⁠facebook.com/JessicaParks4MedfordSchools⁠ 

    IG: @JessicaParks4MedfordSchools 


    Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at [email protected], or follow us on Instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes Podcast. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts. Thanks so much for listening.

    28 min
  • Jessica Parks, Candidate for School Committee

    Today's episode includes an interview with Jessica Parks, candidate for School Committee. For more information about her campaign check out:

    Website: www.jessicaparks4medford.com

    Email: [email protected]

    FB: facebook.com/JessicaParks4MedfordSchools 

    IG: @JessicaParks4MedfordSchools 


    Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at [email protected], or follow us on Instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes Podcast. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts. Thanks so much for listening.

    29 min
  • Liz Mullane, Candidate for City Council

    Today’s episode includes a conversation with Liz Mullane, candidate for City Council.


    Check out her Candidate Meet & Greet with Jessica Parks on Wednesday, Sept 3rd from 6-9pm.


    For more information check out: https://liz4medford.com/


    Instagram/Facebook: liz4medford



    Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at [email protected], or follow us on Instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes Podcast. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts. Thanks so much for listening.

    22 min
  • Milva Mcdonald (City Council)

    Today's episode includes a conversation with Milva Mcdonald, candidate for City Council. For more information about her campaign, visit:


    Website: www.milva4medford.com

    FB: www.facebook.com/milva4medford

    Insta: www.instagram.com/milva4medford


    23 min

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Medford Bytes is made using the input of the Medford community. In each episode we will focus on local issues, updates in city government and happenings around the city. I will also discuss some of…

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