Ridgewood Talks

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Ridgewood Talks episodes

October 10, 2024 Tracy Zur Bergen County Commisioner
Tracy Zur, Bergen County Commissioner, discusses the growing issue of food insecurity in Ridgewood and sheds light on how it has escalated in recent years. She shares her ideas for tackling the county's broader challenges, such as affordable housing and mental health services, and highlights the actions she’s taking related to energy and infrastructure improvements. Tune in to this informative interview, and remember to cast your vote on Nov. 5.

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39 min
May 30, 2024 Be Brain Bright With Alina Swanson
Are you hoping to find a stimulating summer program for your child?
Look no further than Be Brain Bright! It offers fun, hands-on workshops in engineering, entrepreneurship, neuroscience, teen empowerment, and leadership that stretch kids' thinking.
Be Brain Bright has programs for children of all ages, so sign up today and help position your kids for the future.
Listen to founder Alina Swanson and log on to BeBrainBirght.com to learn more.

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36 min
April 16, 2024 Ridgewood Guild - International Film Festival
The 13th Annual Ridgewood Guild Film Festival is in full swing!
Listen in and learn about the exciting upcoming events! Get ready to dress up for a Zombie Wedding – a film written and produced by local resident Greg Del Alessandro.
Find out more about Harlan Coben, the New York Times best-selling author of thirty-five novels and the creator and executive producer of several Netflix television dramas.
Hear about Lynn Clements's legacy as a long-time Ridgewood Guild board member, prolific volunteer, and mother of carpool karaoke producer Glenn F. Clements. Learn where to donate to the student filmmaker scholarship in her honor.
Contact RidgewoodGuild.com or 201-493-9911 for more information.

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29 min
April 10, 2024 WHATS YOUR STORY
Let yourself be entertained by the dynamic duo Rory Kelsch and Kathleen McKitty Harris. They've created something we all crave – entertaining and enlightening evenings focused on fun, community, and connection. Their What's Your Story? events are intimate, casual, moving, and absurdly funny, with a curated lineup of readers sharing stories based on the evening's theme.
The next SOLD-OUT event will be on Saturday, April 13, at the Schoolhouse Museum – where all proceeds will be donated to the Ridgewood Historical Society.
Listen in, have a laugh, and learn how you can get involved and tell your story at their next event.

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34 min
April 05, 2024 Dr. Karen Latimer
Dr. Karen Latimer is a wellness and parenting coach, family physician, writer, wife, and mother of five.
Listen in to learn how this busy entrepreneur stays organized. Here’s a hint: She uses her list’m app, and you can too!
Karen is a health & parenting advocate who helps people reach their goals of finding peace and fulfillment.
She reminds us that “little hinges swing big doors” and helps us stay on track with her podcast, Save the Change, Audible books, and websites, Dr.KarenLatimer.com and Helium-Project.com. Karen is also on the Ridgewood YMCA board and spearheads worthwhile initiatives that help the autism and mental wellness communities.

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47 min
March 28, 2024 The Ridgewood Arts Foundation
The Ridgewood Arts Foundation is a marvelous organization that celebrates the arts in and around Ridgewood.
They host a variety of events to help fund grants and scholarships to benefit deserving artists and organizations.
Their signature event and most significant fundraiser of the year is the Honors Showcase.
It will be held on Friday, April 5, at 7:30 PM at the Unitarian Society on Cottage Place.
The evening will include live musical performances by honored musicians, an art gallery featuring their celebrated grantees, and cocktails and tasty bites will also be served.
To learn more, tune in and hear from three board members: Lorraine Haskins, Chris Sargente, and Kristen Plumley.
Visit their website RidgewoodArtsFoundation.org – and follow them on Instagram and Facebook

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31 min
March 04, 2024 College Club Of Northern NJ Author Luncheon 2024
College Club of Northern NJ is hosting famed New Jersey author Joyce Carol Oats on Monday, March 11, 2024.
Tune in to find out more about this incredible event and learn more about College Club from their marketing manager, Martha Fickenger.

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18 min
March 04, 2024 What's New At The Ridgewood YMCA With Ramon Hache
The Ridgewood YMCA is under new leadership, and lots of exciting initiatives are underway.
Executive Director Ramon Hache talked to us about what’s happening and shared information about the terrific programming available for all ages.
Pickleball, Men’s Basketball, Women’s Wellness, Parent’s Night Out, Bee Keeping and MORE!
Log on to ridgewoodymca.org to learn more, and follow them on Facebook to stay updated.

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37 min
February 12, 2024 Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce President, Glenn Carlough
What’s new at the Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce?
We chatted with their newly elected president, Glenn Carlough – proprietor of Steel Wheel Tavern and proud Ridgewood High School soccer coach.
Tune in to find out what the Chamber has in store for our downtown and learn more about the spectacular events the Chamber hosts.

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39 min
January 30, 2024 Bye-Bye BowTie Cinema
Mayor Paul Vagianos and Deputy Mayor Pamela Perron share information about the closing of our beloved movie theater. What’s next, and who is in charge?

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25 min

About Ridgewood Talks

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Welcome to the Ridgewood Talks Podcast, serving as a voice of the village since 2017. Through this podcast we’ll introduce you to the leaders and legends in our village. We'll keep you updated on fascinating local events, we’ll dig into the towns hot topics, and more. The show is hosted by the amazing Jeanne Johnson - founder of Ridgewood Talks and Ridgewood Walks. Our goal is to create a kinder, more connected and vibrant community. The show is co-hosted by lifelong Ridgewood resident, Jordan Kaufman, and features a growing number of guest hosts to add new perspectives. We look forward to hearing your thoughts on WHO and WHAT you'd like to learn about in our beautiful hometown. Please comment on who you would like us to interview and what topics we should cover next. As always... be kind, do good… and we hope you enjoy these episodes!