The Weekly Dion

The Weekly Dion

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The Weekly Dion episodes

  • Season 2 Episode 36 with co-host Jesse O'Brien
    The Weekly Dion - Season 2 Episode 36 Outline
    Co-Host: Jesse O’Brien
    1. Show Introduction:
    - introducing the show and co-host
    - co-host introduces self and talks about his relationship with Manchester, occupation, feelings about Manchester.
    - do you or how long have you lived in Manchester
    - favorite thing to do and favorite thing about Manchester
    -describe Manchester in one word, explain
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    2. The Downtown Lowdown:
    - motor sports
    - grassroots popularity
    - costs of racing
    - hillclimb
    - Mt Washington Race
    - local events and venues
    - future of motorsports in NH
    - Manchester Makerspace
    - Homelessness: Community Meeting, 6/3 from 5-7pm at DoubleTree
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    3. The Darryl Discussion
    - new BOSC member
    - Presidential candidates
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    4. Manchester Moments:
    - SEE Science Center
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    5. The Last Segment:
    - describing your week in a three word phrase
    6. Shoutouts:
    - WMNH family, all my new listeners on 95.3 FM
    - The Morning Show with Peter White
    - every weekday 7-9am
    - Matt Connarton Unleashed every weekday 4-6pm
    - Jesse
    7. Next week on The Weekly Dion
    - tune in next week to find out!
    8. Don't forget to like us on Facebook & follow us on Twitter & Instagram
    @TheWeeklyDion
    - for updates, pictures from around Manchester, and interesting stories about the city
    9. Listen to us on 95.3 FM WMNH every Thursday at 6pm with replays of the show on Sat & Sun at 11am, Tues at 6pm and throughout the week on wherever you listen to your podcasts
    10. Thanks for listening! Until next time, live and be happy!
    58 min
  • Season 2 Episode 35 with co-host Matt Connarton
    The Weekly Dion - Season 2 Episode 35 Outline
    Co-Host: Matt Connarton
    1. Show Introduction:
    - introducing the show and co-host
    - co-host introduces self and talks about his relationship with Manchester, occupation, feelings about Manchester.
    - do you or how long have you lived in Manchester
    - favorite thing to do and favorite thing about Manchester
    -describe Manchester in one word, explain
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    2. Politics In The Mix:
    - latest news in politics
    - The Trump White House
    - looking ahead to 2020
    - top Democrats so far, 23
    - most important qualities in a candidate
    - possible match-ups
    - can anyone beat Trump
    - predictions?
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    3. The Darryl Discussion
    - new Superintendent for Manchester School District
    - starts July 1st
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    4. Manchester Moments:
    - VA Hospital, residence demolition
    - Heritage Commission meeting next Tuesday at 6pm
    - SEE Science Center
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    5. The Last Segment:
    - describing your week in a three word phrase
    6. Shoutouts:
    - WMNH family, all my new listeners on 95.3 FM
    - The Morning Show with Peter White
    - every weekday 7-9am
    - Matt Connarton Unleashed every weekday 4-6pm
    - Matt
    7. Next week on The Weekly Dion
    - tune in next week to find out!
    8. Don't forget to like us on Facebook & follow us on Twitter & Instagram
    @TheWeeklyDion
    - for updates, pictures from around Manchester, and interesting stories about the city
    9. Listen to us on 95.3 FM WMNH every Thursday at 6pm with replays of the show on Sat & Sun at 11am, Tues at 6pm and throughout the week on wherever you listen to your podcasts
    10. Thanks for listening! Until next time, live and be happy!
    1 hr
  • Season 2 Episode 34 with co-host Darryl Dion discussing Homelessness in Manchester
    The Weekly Dion - Season 2 Episode 34 Outline
    Co-Host: “Homelessness in Manchester”
    1. Show Introduction:
    - introducing the show and co-host
    - co-host introduces self and talks about his relationship with Manchester, occupation, feelings about Manchester.
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    2. The Collective Perspective:
    - how do we classify the “homeless”?
    - are they getting help and assistance or do they want help?
    - assistance programs available
    - how have they affected the city overall, downtown, businesses
    - perception of the city from other communities
    - personal experiences
    - long-term and long-lasting affects
    - economic development, existing businesses, schools
    - what do we do next?
    - Homelessness Task Force
    - community clean-ups happening all around the city
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    3. The Downtown Lowdown:
    - Alderman Tim Baines not seeking re-election
    - BOMA meeting from Tuesday
    - Ralph Baer Bench unveiling on Friday, begins at 11am
    - Meet the Superintendent Finalists public forum
    - Wednesday, May 15th at 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 at Memorial
    - One Year Anniversary of The Bookery on May 18th
    - more candidates coming to NH
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    4. The Last Segment:
    - describing your week in a three word phrase
    5. Shoutouts:
    - The Morning Show with Peter White, every weekday 7-9am
    - Matt Connarton Unleashed, every weekday 4-6pm
    - Facebook Live viewers, call-ins
    6. Next week on The Weekly Dion:
    - no show next week, Shoomze & Booze event
    7. Don't forget to like us on Facebook & follow us on Twitter & Instagram
    @TheWeeklyDion
    - for updates, pictures from around Manchester, and interesting stories about the city
    8. Listen to us on 95.3 FM WMNH every Thursday at 6pm with replays of the show on Sat & Sun at 11am, Tues at 7pm and throughout the week on wherever you listen to your podcasts
    9. Thanks for listening! Until next time, live and be happy!
    58 min
  • Season 2 Episode 33 with co-host Amber Cannan of Unchartered Tutoring
    The Weekly Dion - Season 2 Episode 33 Outline
    Co-Host: Amber Cannan from Unchartered Tutoring
    1. Show Introduction:
    - introducing the show and co-host
    - co-host introduces self and talks about his relationship with Manchester, occupation, feelings about Manchester.
    - do you or how long have you lived in Manchester
    - favorite thing to do and favorite thing about Manchester
    -describe Manchester in one word, explain
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    2. The Downtown Lowdown:
    - Uncharter Tutoring
    - how did it start?
    - goals and objectives
    - projects
    - Science & Art
    - Manchester School District
    - 21st Century After School Program
    - upcoming events, future of Uncharted
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    3. The Darryl Discussion
    - InTown Manchester’s TACO TOUR 2019
    - 6th Annual Seeds of Hope Fashion Show
    - 7-10pm at NHIA event room
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    4. Manchester Moments:
    - Burlington, VT compared to Manchester, NH
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    5. The Last Segment:
    - describing your week in a three word phrase
    6. Shoutouts:
    - WMNH family, all my new listeners on 95.3 FM
    - The Morning Show with Peter White
    - every weekday 7-9am
    - Matt Connarton Unleashed every weekday 4-6pm
    - Amber
    7. Next week on The Weekly Dion
    - tune in next week to find out!
    8. Don't forget to like us on Facebook & follow us on Twitter & Instagram
    @TheWeeklyDion
    - for updates, pictures from around Manchester, and interesting stories about the city
    9. Listen to us on 95.3 FM WMNH every Thursday at 6pm with replays of the show on Sat & Sun at 11am, Tues at 6pm and throughout the week on wherever you listen to your podcasts
    10. Thanks for listening! Until next time, live and be happy!
    1 hr
  • Season 2 Episode 32 with co-host Tim Baines & Darryl Dion's 70th Birthday Celebration
    The Weekly Dion - Season 2 Episode 32 Outline
    Co-Host: Darryl’s Birthday Celebration with Tim Baines
    1. Show Introduction:
    - introducing the show and co-host
    - co-host introduces self and talks about his relationship with Manchester, occupation, feelings about Manchester.
    - do you or how long have you lived in Manchester
    - favorite thing to do and favorite thing about Manchester
    -describe Manchester in one word, explain
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    2. The Downtown Lowdown:
    - Mint Bistro
    - how did it start?
    - menu items
    - sushi
    - Best in Manchester, Hippo
    - best & worst of being a Manchester business owner
    - businesses on Elm St
    - future of Mint
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    3. The Darryl Discussion
    - 70th Birthday!
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    4. Manchester Moments:
    - Manchester Historic Association annual meeting
    - Shoe Industry in Manchester
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    5. The Last Segment:
    - describing your week in a three word phrase
    6. Shoutouts:
    - WMNH family, all my new listeners on 95.3 FM
    - The Morning Show with Peter White
    - every weekday 7-9am
    - Matt Connarton Unleashed every weekday 4-6pm
    - Tim Baines
    7. Next week on The Weekly Dion
    - no show next week! VACATION!
    8. Don't forget to like us on Facebook & follow us on Twitter & Instagram
    @TheWeeklyDion
    - for updates, pictures from around Manchester, and interesting stories about the city
    9. Listen to us on 95.3 FM WMNH every Thursday at 6pm with replays of the show on Sat & Sun at 11am, Tues at 6pm and throughout the week on wherever you listen to your podcasts
    10. Thanks for listening! Until next time, live and be happy!
    1 hr 1 min
  • Season 2 Episode 31: "Commuter Rail in NH?"
    The Weekly Dion - Season 2 Episode 31 Outline
    Co-Host: “Commuter Rail in NH?”
    1. Show Introduction:
    - introducing the show and co-host
    - co-host introduces self and talks about his relationship with Manchester, occupation, feelings about Manchester.
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    2. The Collective Perspective:
    - Commuter Rail
    - bringing up from MA through Nashua
    - studies being done on the environmental effects & cost
    - pros & cons
    - 10 Year Transportation Plan for NH
    - direct & indirect effects on Manchester
    - effects on NH overall
    - next steps for Commuter Rail
    - What can we can do?
    - predictions
    - call-ins?
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    3. The Downtown Lowdown:
    - One Year Anniversary for ManchVegas Brew Bus
    - One Year Anniversary for Boards & Brews
    - picnicking at the Top 5 Worst places in Manchester
    - Victoria Sullivan declaring her candidacy for Mayor
    - Mayor Pete at the Currier
    - Tim Ryan at Strange Brew
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    4. The Last Segment:
    - describing your week in a three word phrase
    5. Shoutouts:
    - The Morning Show with Peter White, every weekday 7-9am
    - Matt Connarton Unleashed, every weekday 4-6pm
    - Facebook Live viewers, call-ins
    6. Next week on The Weekly Dion
    - tune in next week to find out
    7. Don't forget to like us on Facebook & follow us on Twitter & Instagram
    @TheWeeklyDion
    - for updates, pictures from around Manchester, and interesting stories about the city
    8. Listen to us on 95.3 FM WMNH every Thursday at 6pm with replays of the show on Sat & Sun at 11am, Tues at 7pm and throughout the week on wherever you listen to your podcasts
    9. Thanks for listening! Until next time, live and be happy!
    59 min
  • Season 2 Episode 30 with co-hosts Liz Hitchcock & Amy Chhom
    The Weekly Dion - Season 2 Episode 30 Outline
    Co-Host: Amy Chhom & Liz Hitchcock
    1. Show Introduction:
    - introducing the show and co-host
    - co-host introduces self and talks about his relationship with Manchester, occupation, feelings about Manchester.
    - do you or how long have you lived in Manchester
    - favorite thing to do and favorite thing about Manchester
    -describe Manchester in one word, explain
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    2. The Downtown Lowdown:
    - The Factory on Willow St
    - visions for the building
    - businesses coming into the city
    - The Bookery
    - other projects in the future
    - real estate in Manchester
    - The Rex Theater
    - more Presidential candidates coming to NH
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    3. The Darryl Discussion
    - upcoming Manchester events
    - Aldermanic meeting
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    4. Manchester Moments:
    - Millyard Museum new exhibit
    - “Hats Off to Manchester”, open until August 1st
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    5. The Last Segment:
    - describing your week in a three word phrase
    6. Shoutouts:
    - WMNH family, all my new listeners on 95.3 FM
    - The Morning Show with Peter White
    - every weekday 7-9am
    - Matt Connarton Unleashed every weekday 4-6pm
    - Amy & Liz
    7. Next week on The Weekly Dion
    - tune in next week to find out!
    8. Don't forget to like us on Facebook & follow us on Twitter & Instagram
    @TheWeeklyDion
    - for updates, pictures from around Manchester, and interesting stories about the city
    9. Listen to us on 95.3 FM WMNH every Thursday at 6pm with replays of the show on Sat & Sun at 11am, Tues at 6pm and throughout the week on wherever you listen to your podcasts
    10. Thanks for listening! Until next time, live and be happy!
    1 hr 1 min
  • Season 2 Episode 29 with co-host Elaine & Kathryn from Girls At Work
    The Weekly Dion - Season 2 Episode 29 Outline
    Co-Host: Elaine & Kathryn from Girls At Work
    1. Show Introduction:
    - introducing the show and co-host
    - co-host introduces self and talks about his relationship with Manchester, occupation, feelings about Manchester.
    - do you or how long have you lived in Manchester
    - favorite thing to do and favorite thing about Manchester
    -describe Manchester in one word, explain
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    2. The Downtown Lowdown:
    - Girls At Work
    - mission, goals
    - new projects
    - guest helpers
    - what’s next for Girls At Work
    - Diva Comedy Night on Saturday night
    - Java Jams on Friday starting at 5:30
    - Cafe la Reine 6th Birthday
    - more Presidential candidates coming to NH
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    3. The Darryl Discussion
    - Women running for President
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    4. Manchester Moments:
    - Amoskeag
    - Iron & Air Issue 035
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    5. The Last Segment:
    - describing your year in a three word phrase
    6. Shoutouts:
    - WMNH family, all my new listeners on 95.3 FM
    - The Morning Show with Peter White
    - every weekday 7-9am
    - Matt Connarton Unleashed every weekday 4-6pm
    - Elaine & Kathryn
    7. Next week on The Weekly Dion
    - Amy Chhom and Liz Hitchcock
    8. Don't forget to like us on Facebook & follow us on Twitter & Instagram
    @TheWeeklyDion
    - for updates, pictures from around Manchester, and interesting stories about the city
    9. Listen to us on 95.3 FM WMNH every Thursday at 6pm with replays of the show on Sat & Sun at 11am, Tues at 7pm and throughout the week on wherever you listen to your podcasts
    10. Thanks for listening! Until next time, live and be happy!
    1 hr 1 min
  • Season 2 Episode 28 with co-host Nick Britton
    The Weekly Dion - Season 2 Episode 28 Outline
    Co-Host: Nick Britton
    1. Show Introduction:
    - introducing the show and co-host
    - co-host introduces self and talks about his relationship with Manchester, occupation, feelings about Manchester.
    - do you or how long have you lived in Manchester
    - favorite thing to do and favorite thing about Manchester
    -describe Manchester in one word, explain
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    2. The Downtown Lowdown:
    - experience in the Manchester School District
    - transitioning schools and grades
    - high school experience
    - high schoolers awareness of BOSC affects
    - preparedness for college
    - transitioning from high school to college
    - words of advice on college experience so far
    - Waypoint Sleep Out
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    3. Politics In The Mix:
    - more Presidential candidates coming to NH
    - Beto, Gillibrand, Gabbard, Hickenlooper, Warren, Klobuchar
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    4. The Darryl Discussion:
    - March Madness brackets
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    5. The Last Segment:
    - describing your week in a three word phrase
    6. Shoutouts:
    - WMNH family, all my new listeners on 95.3 FM
    - The Morning Show with Peter White, Happy 3 Year Anniversary
    - every weekday 7-9am
    - Matt Connarton Unleashed every weekday 4-6pm
    - Nick Britton
    7. Next week on The Weekly Dion
    - Girls At Work
    8. Don't forget to like us on Facebook & follow us on Twitter & Instagram
    @TheWeeklyDion
    - for updates, pictures from around Manchester, and interesting stories about the city
    9. Listen to us on 95.3 FM WMNH every Thursday at 6pm with replays of the show on Sat & Sun at 11am, Tues at 6pm and throughout the week on wherever you listen to your podcasts
    10. Thanks for listening! Until next time, live and be happy!
    1 hr 1 min
  • Season 2 Episode 27 with co-host Executive Councilor Andru Volinsky
    The Weekly Dion - Season 2 Episode 27 Outline
    Co-Host: Andru Volinsky, Executive Councilor in District 2
    1. Show Introduction:
    - introducing the show and co-host
    - co-host introduces self and talks about his relationship with Manchester, occupation, feelings about Manchester.
    - do you or how long have you lived in Manchester
    - favorite thing to do and favorite thing about Manchester
    -describe Manchester in one word, explain
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    2. The Downtown Lowdown:
    - Executive Council
    - lawyer
    - Education
    - upcoming bills
    - important issues around the state
    - future of politics in NH
    - more Presidential candidates coming to NH
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    3. The Darryl Discussion
    - Beto O’Rourke joins the race!
    - Babe Ruth’s daughter
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    4. Manchester Moments:
    - history of the neighborhoods/homes in Manchester
    STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
    5. The Last Segment:
    - describing your week in a three word phrase
    6. Shoutouts:
    - WMNH family, all my new listeners on 95.3 FM
    - The Morning Show with Peter White, Happy 3 Year Anniversary
    - every weekday 7-9am
    - Matt Connarton Unleashed every weekday 4-6pm
    - Andru Volinsky
    7. Next week on The Weekly Dion
    - Collective Perspective next week!
    8. Don't forget to like us on Facebook & follow us on Twitter & Instagram
    @TheWeeklyDion
    - for updates, pictures from around Manchester, and interesting stories about the city
    9. Listen to us on 95.3 FM WMNH every Thursday at 6pm with replays of the show on Sat & Sun at 11am, Tues at 6pm and throughout the week on wherever you listen to your podcasts
    10. Thanks for listening! Until next time, live and be happy!
    1 hr 1 min

About The Weekly Dion

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A weekly podcast and radio show on 95.3 FM WMNH about Manchester: its people, places, history, events, politics and how it impacts you. Hosted by life-time Manchester resident, Ben Dion.