The Weekly Dion

By Ben Dion

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.... more

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How many episodes does The Weekly Dion have?

The podcast currently has 178 episodes available.

The Weekly Dion episodes:

November 08, 2019 Season 3 Episode 15 with co-hosts newly elected BOSC Jim O'Connell & Jeremy Dobson
The Weekly Dion - Season 3 Episode 15 Outline
Co-Host: newly elected BOSC Jim O’Connell & Jeremy Dobson
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:
- post election feelings
- campaign trail
- plans before taking office?
- experience in education
- challenges, issues, strengths of the school district
- new Superintendent
- negotiations, contracts, MEA
- goals for the BOSC, school district
STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
3. The Downtown Lowdown:
- Millyard Museum new exhibit now open
- “Manchester and the Path to the Presidency”

STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
4. The Darryl Discussion:
- City Election results overall

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
- Jim O’Connell & Jeremy Dobson
7. Next week on The Weekly Dion
- Robb Curry
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!
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1h
October 24, 2019 Season 3 Episode 14 with co-host Candidate for BOSC in Ward 8 Peter Perich
The Weekly Dion - Season 3 Episode 14 Outline
Co-Host: Candidate for BOSC in Ward 8, Peter Perich
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:
- Ward 8
- experience in education, Memorial
- reasons for running
- campaign trail so far, what are voters saying
- challenges, issues, strengths of the school district
- new Superintendent
- negotiations, contracts, MEA
- goals for the BOSC, school district
STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
3. The Downtown Lowdown:
- Millyard Museum new exhibit now open
- “Manchester and the Path to the Presidency”
- Mayoral Debate sponsored by the GMCC (recap)
- NHPR Mayoral Debate on October 28th at 2pm

STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
4. The Darryl Discussion:
- City General Election on Tuesday, November 5th

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
- Peter Perich
7. Next week on The Weekly Dion
- No show next week, Halloween
- Election Results Show on Tuesday, November 5th
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!
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59min
October 10, 2019 Season 3 Episode 13 with co-host Candidate for BOSC in Ward 1 James Porter
The Weekly Dion - Season 3 Episode 13 Outline
Co-Host: Candidate for BOSC in Ward 1, James Porter
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:
- Ward 1
- reasons for running
- campaign trail so far, what are voters saying
- challenges, issues, strengths of the school district
- new Superintendent
- negotiations, contracts, MEA
- goals for the BOSC, school district
- School Charter Commission
STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
3. The Downtown Lowdown:
- Millyard Museum new exhibit now open
- “Manchester and the Path to the Presidency”
- City Primary Election to the General Election
- Iron & Air Issue 037, Family
STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
4. The Darryl Discussion:
- upcoming events in October!

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
- James Porter
7. Next week on The Weekly Dion
- No show next week, Stay Work Play Rising Stars Awards
- Candidate for BOSC in Ward 8, Peter Perich
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!
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1h 1min
October 03, 2019 Season 3 Episode 12 with co-host Candidate for BOSC in Ward 7 Chris Potter
The Weekly Dion - Season 3 Episode 12 Outline
Co-Host: Candidate for BOSC in Ward 7, Chris Potter
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:
- Ward 7
- reasons for running
- campaign trail so far, what are voters saying
- challenges, issues, strengths of the school district
- new Superintendent
- negotiations, contracts, MEA
- goals for the BOSC, school district
- School Charter Commission
STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
3. The Downtown Lowdown:
- Millyard Museum new exhibit now open
- “Manchester and the Path to the Presidency”
- City Primary Election to the General Election
STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
4. The Darryl Discussion:
- The Rex Theater, opening October 30th

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
- Chris Potter
7. Next week on The Weekly Dion
- Candidate for BOSC in Ward 1, James Porter
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!
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56min
September 26, 2019 Season 3 Episode 11 with co-host Candidate for BOSC in Ward 11 Nicole Leapley
The Weekly Dion - Season 3 Episode 11 Outline
Co-Host: Candidate for BOSC in Ward 11, Nicole Leapley
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:
- Ward 11, Westside
- reasons for running
- campaign trail so far, what are voters saying
- challenges, issues, strengths of the school district
- new Superintendent
- negotiations, contracts, MEA
- goals for the BOSC, school district
- School Charter Commission
STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
3. The Downtown Lowdown:
- InTown Manchester’s Farmers Market LAST ONE!
- 2019 Tri-City Expo, 3-7pm at the Expo Center
- City Primary Election to the General Election
STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
4. The Darryl Discussion:
- BOSC meeting from Monday

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
- Nicole Leapley
7. Next week on The Weekly Dion
- Candidate for BOSC in Ward 7, Chris Potter
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!
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59min
September 19, 2019 Season 3 Episode 10 with co-host Candidate for Alderman in Ward 7 Brenda Noiseux
The Weekly Dion - Season 3 Episode 10 Outline
Co-Host: Candidate for Alderman in Ward 7, Brenda Noiseux
1. Show Introduction:
- introducing the show and co-host
- co-host introduces self and talks about their 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:
- Ward 7
- challenges, issues, strengths
- campaign trail so far, what are voters saying
- differences from last election
- school district, new Superintendent
- negotiations, contracts, MEA
- tax cap
- homelessness
STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
3. The Downtown Lowdown:
- InTown Manchester’s Farmers Market continues
- Primary Election Results
STATION ID: You are listening to The Weekly Dion on 95.3 FM WMNH, call in at 603-250-6007
4. The Darryl Discussion:
- Homeless on the Morning Show
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 listeners on 95.3 FM, wmnh radio.org
- The Morning Show with Peter White
- every weekday 7-9am
- Matt Connarton Unleashed every weekday 4-6pm
- Brenda Noiseux
7. Next week on The Weekly Dion
- Candidate for BOSC in Ward 11, Nicole Leapley
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!
...more
59min
September 12, 2019 Season 3 Episode 9 with co-host Candidate for BOSC At Large Gene Martin
Season 3 Episode 9 with co-host Candidate for BOSC At Large Gene Martin by Ben Dion
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1h 1min
September 05, 2019 Season 3 Episode 8 with co-host Donner Faltado of The Chakras
Season 3 Episode 8 with co-host Donner Faltado of The Chakras by Ben Dion
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1h 1min
August 29, 2019 Season 3 Episode 7 with co-host Candidate for BOSC in Ward 12 Andrew Toland
Season 3 Episode 7 with co-host Candidate for BOSC in Ward 12 Andrew Toland by Ben Dion
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59min
August 22, 2019 Season 3 Episode 6 with Presidential Candidate John Delaney & Candidate Alderman Ward 12 Hassan Essa
Season 3 Episode 6 with Presidential Candidate John Delaney & Candidate Alderman Ward 12 Hassan Essa by Ben Dion
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58min

FAQs about The Weekly Dion:

How many episodes does The Weekly Dion have?

The podcast currently has 178 episodes available.