Medford Bytes

By Danielle Balocca and Chelli Keshavan

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 folx favorite spots in Medford to get a drink or a ‘bite’ to eat. I hope you enjoy!

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Medford Bytes Jul 04, 2022

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38:51

Nichole Mossalam

Today's episode includes a conversation with Nichole Mossalam, Democratic candidate for State Representative for the 35th district. More information can be found on her website: https://www.nicholemossalam.com/

Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com 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.

Apr 15, 202417:12

Real Estate Transfer Fee with Kit Collins and Matt Leming

Today's episode includes a conversation with City Council Vice President Kit Collins and Councilor Matt Leming about the Real Estate Transfer Fee. For more information, you can read Kit's blog at www.kitformedford.com/post/preliminary-thoughts-on-real-estate-transfer-fees
and Matt's blog can be found at www.mattleming.com/blog

Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com 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.

Apr 08, 202446:35

A Dialogue about Gaza

Today's episode includes a dialogue about Gaza and with Barry Ingber, Munir Jiramus and Steve Schnapp. Below are a list of resources discussed in their conversation:

Peter Beinart, The Beinart Notebook

* Interview with Naomi Klein

* Jonathan Kuttab - pacifist co-founder of Nonviolence International, the Palestinian human rights organization Al Haq (banned for “terrorism” under ex-PM Naftali Bennett), and the Foundation for Middle East Peace. Renowned international human rights lawyer and author, now living in California.

* Ali Abu Awwad - prominent Palestinian Ghandian nonviolent peace activist, with an amazing life story. Founder of Taghyeer (Change), the Palestinian National Nonviolence Movement. NPR podcast with Ali.

* Combatants for Peace - a group of former Israeli soldiers and former Palestinian militants and prisoners, working together to find a nonviolent way forward. Recent article in New York Review.

* Jewish Currents

* 972mag.com

Jan 15, 202447:12

2023 Recap

Today's episode includes and conversation with co-hosts, Danielle Balocca and Chelli Keshavan recaping this year for the podcast.

Jan 01, 202416:15

Community Preservation Act with Roberta Cameron

Today's episode includes a conversation with Roberta Cameron about the Community Preservation Act, a fund used for capital improvements for the City of Medford. For more information, you can also visit preservemedford.org/

Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com 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.

Dec 11, 202319:04

Medford Teacher Equity Scholarship

Today's episode includes a conversation with Joel Menasha and Sarah Fard about the Medford Teacher Equity Scholarship. For more information or to donate, please visit https://www.medfordteacherequityscholarship.org/

Nov 27, 202318:25

Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender

Today's episode includes a conversation with Sharon Hays and Melanie Perkins McLaughlin about their motion for Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender. This motion will go for its second reading during the School Committee's meeting on November 20th, 2023.

Nov 13, 202332:56

Forsooth with Jimmy Matejek-Morris

Today's episode includes a conversation with Jimmy Matejek-Morris, Medford-based young adult author about his newest book, "Forsooth", set to be released on November 7th.

"Forsooth" and Jimmy's first book "My Ex-Imaginary Friend" can be found wherever books are sold, or online Forsooth: https://bookshop.org/p/books/forsooth-jimmy-matejek-morris/20148680?ean=9781728457598

My Ex-Imaginary Friend: https://bookshop.org/p/books/my-ex-imaginary-friend-jimmy-matejek-morris/14458002?ean=9781541596993

For more information about Jimmy and his writing, you can visit his website at https://jmatejekmorris.com/ or follow him on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jmatejekmorris/

Oct 30, 202321:43

MPL Podcast Class!

Please enjoy the podcast trailers made by participants in the How to Podcast class at the Medford Public Library.

Their podcasts were titled "K Dramarama", "I Agree.." and "Disgruntled Tales"

For more Episodes of Disgruntled Tales, check them out at https://spotify.link/vfBIpkbM9Db

For more information about MPL events, visit https://medfordlibrary.org/events/

Oct 27, 202304:50

Justin Tseng (Incumbent for City Council)

Today's episode includes a conversation with Justin Tseng about his campaign for re-election to the City Council. For more information about Justin's campaign, visit https://www.justin4medford.com/en/

Oct 23, 202339:24

Len Glionna (Candidate for City Council)

Today's episode includes a conversation with Len Glionna about his campaign for City Councilor. For more information about Len's campaign, visit https://www.glionnamedford.com/.

Oct 23, 202328:37

Zac Bears (Incumbent City Council)

Today’s episode includes a conversation with City Councilor Zac Bears about his work in the council and his campaign for re-election. Check out https://zacbears.com/ for more information about his campaign.

Oct 20, 202327:20

Rick Caraviello (Candidate for Mayor)

Today's episode includes a conversation with Rick Caraviello, candidate for Mayor. More information about his campaign can be found at https://www.rickformedford.com.

As mentioned in this episode, Caraviello stated that he voted in favor of raising salaries for City Hall employees. Here is a link to those meting minutes that show he voted no on the proposal to approve cost of living raises for City Hall staff.

https://library.municode.com/ma/medford/munidocs/munidocs?nodeId=5bfaf98ee9673&fbclid=IwAR2veWBgyhpv9FhADESAn-zsSD4Gyvc1PGrXxM79M15Km6mTzxPriXFOVx8

Oct 09, 202332:16

Patrick Clerkin (City Council)

Today's episode includes a conversation with Patrick Clerkin, candidate for City Council. More information about his campaign can be found at https://clerkin4medford.com/.

Oct 02, 202331:11

Erika Reinfeld (Candidate for School Committee)

Today's episode includes a conversation with Erika Reinfeld, candidate for School Committee. More information about his campaign can be found at https://www.erika02155.com/. You can also reach out to Erika by email at ereinfeld4medford@gmail.com Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com 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.

Sep 25, 202321:19

John Intoppa (Candidate for School Committee)

Today's episode includes a conversation with John Intoppa, candidate for School Committee. More information about his campaign can be found at www.intoppa4medford.com.

Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com 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.

Sep 18, 202335:53

Community Control Over Public Surveillance (w Jean Zotter and Kit Collins)

Today's episode includes a conversation with Jean Zotter from Medford People Power and City Councilor Kit Collins. For more information about Medford People Power, visit their website at medfordpeoplepower.org/ or email them

Sep 11, 202335:30

Breanna Lungo-Koehn (Incumbent Candidate for Mayor)

Today's episode includes a conversation with Breanna Lungo-Koehn about her campaign for a 3rd term as Mayor of Medford. More information about her campaign can be found at https://www.breanna4mayor.com/. You can reach Mayor Lungo-Koehn by email at mayor@medford-ma.gov

Sep 04, 202319:43

Aaron Olapade (Candidate for School Committee)

Today's episode includes a conversation with Aaron Olapade, candidate for Medford School Committee. Visit https://electaaronolapade.com/ for more information about Aaron's campaign. Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com 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.

Aug 21, 202342:40

Emily Lazzaro (Candidate for City Council)

Today's episode includes a conversation with Emily Lazzaro, candidate for Medford City Council. More information about Emily's campaign can be found at www.emilyformedford.com/.

Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com 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.

Aug 07, 202322:54

Anna Callahan (Candidate for City Council)

Today's episode includes a conversation with Anna Callahan about her campaign for Medford City Council. Learn more about Anna at her website https://www.annacallahan.com/

Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com 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.

Jul 24, 202322:45

Matt Leming (City Council Candidate)

This episode includes a conversation with Matt Leming about his run for Medford City Council. Find out more about his campaign at https://www.mattleming.com/ Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com 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.

Jul 10, 202331:19

Jaclyn Torres Roth (Candidate for City Council)

This episode includes a conversation with Jaclyn Torres Roth about their campaign for City Council. More information about their campaign can be found at jaclynroth.org/. Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com 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.

Jun 26, 202319:29

Golden Girls the Laughs Continue with Brittany Balocca

This bonus episode includes a conversation about the shoe The Golden Girls the Laughs Continue, now showing at the Chevalier Theater in Medford. More info can be found at https://chevaliertheatre.com/artist/golden-girls/.

Jun 22, 202308:28

West Medford Open Studios

Today's episode includes a conversation about West Medford Open Studios. For more info visit www.wmos.org/. To sign up to volunteer, visit
www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0e4dadaa2da4f5ce9-west/51388955#/ .
You can also follow them on instagram at @west.medford.open.studios.
Stay tuned after the interview for some sounds from Medford's first Porch Fest!
Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com 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.

Jun 12, 202339:41

Pride 2023! Bonus Content from Rev. Wendy

Today's episode includes a conversation with members of the Pride Planning Committee as well as Rev Wendy from Sanctuary UCC about her summer youth program. For more information about Pride events, see the following links:

Medford City Events Calendar - June: www.medfordma.org/about/events-calendar?cal_date=2023-06-01
Medford Library Calendar - June: medfordlibrary.org/events/month/2023-06/
Chevalier Calendar - June: chevaliertheatre.com/calendar/?date=1687737600

Medford DEI Dept. - See "Upcoming Events": www.medfordma.org/departments/dei

You can also follow them on social media FB: MedfordMA Pride, IG: @medfordmapride, Twitter: @medfordmapride
Miles Wilder will be playing music or the June 1st even, their music is available on soundcloud here.

Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com 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.

May 29, 202330:41

Brooks Elementary CCSR

Today's episode includes a conversation with students from the Brook's Elementary School CCSR.

Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com 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.

May 15, 202311:05

EventThem Studios

Today's episode includes a conversation with Bryan from Event Them Studios. Event Them Studios is located at 344 Salem Street and they will be celebrating their Grand Opening on Saturday, May 6th from 12-6pm. Make sure to stop by to see their space and visit with local vendors and musicians. Medford Bytes will be there doing live podcasting demonstrations! For more information you can visit their website at https://eventthem.com/ as well as their accounts on Facebook and Instagram. Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com 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.

May 01, 202333:39

Colleen's Ice Cream and Sandwich Shop

Today's episode includes and conversation with Kolin and Vicki, owners of Colleen's Ice Cream and Sandwich Shop. Listen to hear more about the history of Colleen's and the work that they are doing to engage and connect the community of Medford. They plan to re-open on Tuesday, April 18th. Make sure to swing!

Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com 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.

Apr 17, 202322:29

Housing Medford and Abundant Housing Massachusetts

Today's episode includes a conversation with Alex Lussenhop and Roberta Camerson from Housing Medford as well as Kassie Infante from Abundant Housing Massachusetts.

For more information about Housing Medford, you can follow their group on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/HousingMedford/.

More information about Abundant Housing Massachusetts can be found at https://abundanthousingma.org/

Apr 03, 202339:19

Trivia On Air

This podcast was made by participants of the Medford Public Library Podcast Workshop. Hope you enjoy!

Mar 29, 202310:16

The Stupid Siblings Show

This podcast was made by participants of the Medford Public Library Podcast Workshop. Hope you enjoy!

Mar 29, 202311:21

Freaking out on Science

This podcast was made by participants of the Medford Public Library Podcast Workshop. Hope you enjoy!

Mar 29, 202304:25

Announcement! Bonus Content!!

Please enjoy these next three episodes--original content from the Medford Public Library's Podcast Workshop.

Mar 29, 202300:39

Nicole Morell, City Council President

Today's episode includes a conversation with Medford City Council President, Nicole Morell. More information about Nicole can be found at www.nicolemorell.com/
The City Council meets biweekly on Tuesdays at 7pm with more information about these meetings at www.medfordma.org/elected-officials
Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com 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.

Mar 20, 202326:16

Wendy Pfaffenbach "The Fells Fairies"

Today's episode includes a conversation with Wendy Pfaffenbach, local mom, teacher and author of "The Fells Fairies". Her book can be found at Book Ends in Winchester. You can also find Wendy pouring beers at Medford Brewing!
Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com 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.

Mar 06, 202317:14

Breanna Lungo-Koehn

This episode includes a conversation with Breanna Lungo-Keohn, Mayor of Medford. For more updates from her office, visit www.medfordma.org/mayors-office.
Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com 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.

Feb 20, 202328:08

Jenny Graham

This episode includes a conversation with Jenny Graham, Vice-Chair of the School Committee. For more information about Jenny, her work, and how to sign up for her email list, visit https://www.electjenny.org/.

Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com or follow is 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.

Feb 06, 202338:37

Ms Whalen

Today's episode includes a conversation with Amelia Whalen, 8th grade ELA teacher at the Andrew's Middle School.

Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com or follow is 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.

Jan 23, 202321:40

Judi Harrington (Judi 411)

Today's episode includes an interview with Judi Harrington, local author and parent.
Judi will be doing a reading from her book, Fuckery, on Thursday, January 26, 2023 from 7-8 pm at the Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA.
To hear more from Judi, you can visit her website www.judi411.com/
Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com or follow is 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.

Jan 09, 202330:14

Wrapping up 2022

Today's episode includes a brief reflection from hosts Danielle and Chelli, followed by compilation of highlights from 2022 and hopes for 2023 from members of the Medford Bytes community. Happy New Years!
Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com or follow is 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.

Dec 26, 202227:04

Medford Teacher's Association

Today's episode features a conversation with Charlene Douglas and Joanne McKay of the Medford Teacher's Association. They discuss the current teacher contract negotiations.

Dec 12, 202254:04

Kit Collins and ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act)

Today's episode includes a conversation with City Councilor Kit Collins about the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and its uses in Medford. More information about ARPA in Medford can be found here: https://medfordma.org/arpa/ and for more general ARPA information, here: https://home.treasury.gov/system/files/136/SLFRP-Quick-Reference-Guide-FINAL-508a.pdf The slides that Councilor Collins references can be found here: https://medfordma.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Community-Meeting-ARPA-Update-Presentation.pdf Councilor Collins mentioned her involvement in the Solid Waste Task Force which will meet on November 29th and links can be found here: https://medfordma.org/mayor2/city-events/

We hope you can check out the Chevalier Theatre Organ Society's event on December 4th at 3pm at the Chevalier Theatre. This small group of volunteers in that organization has been working for 20 YEARS raising funds, restoring and installing a 1922 Wurlitzer Pipe Theatre Pipe Organ in Chevalier. Come see its being played!

Nov 28, 202237:34

Frances Nwajei, DEI Director

Today's interview includes a conversation with Frances Nwajei, DEI Director for the City of Medford.

Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com or follow is 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.

Nov 14, 202240:35

State Rep Christine Barber on Ballot Question 4

Today's episode includes a conversation with State Representative Christine Barber about Question 4. For more information about the campaign in support of Yes on 4, visit: https://saferroadsma.com/ as well as https://www.bostonglobe.com/2022/10/16/opinion/yes-question-4/?link_id=5&can_id=905ceac2a072b57e50c9ef9390d983e6&source=email-boston-globe-endorses-yes-on-4&email_referrer=email_1703660&email_subject=boston-globe-endorses-yes-on-4 Other information and updates from Rep Barbar can be found by following her on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/christinebarberstaterep and and Twitter https://twitter.com/Barber4StateRep. Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com or follow is 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.

Oct 31, 202222:33

Xtreme Ninja Martial Arts and Fitness

Today's episode included a conversation with Ninja and Anna Nguyen from Extreme Ninja Martial Arts and Fitness. For more information about their services, you can visit https://www.xtremeninja.com/ You can purchase Ninja's book, Step on the Mat at by visiting https://www.steponthemat.com/

Oct 17, 202249:34

Moms Demand Action Against Gun Violence with Erin Dowd

Today's episode includes a conversation with Erin Dowd from Moms Demand Action. More information about the organization and the Be Smart initiative can be found at momsdemandaction.org and besmartforkids.org
The next Medford Moms Demand Action local team membership meeting is on October 16th at 3:30 PM in Medford. Please feel free to reach out to Erin at erindowd.ma@gmail.com for details and can join moms by texting the word JOIN to the number 64433.
On September 12th the Medford School Committee voted to pass the Secure Storage Notification Resolution.

Oct 03, 202227:22

Adaptive Sports with Kate Quinn of Medford Recreation

Today's episode includes a conversation with Kate Quinn from Medford Recreations about the Adaptive Sports Program. Kate can be reached at kquinn@medford-ma.gov and more information about Medford Recreation can be found on their website at www.MedfordRecreation.org. The Inclusion Request form that Kate mentions can be found here 5968_medford_rec_inclusion_services_request.pdf (myrec.com) More information about how to volunteer for these programs can be found here Medford Recreation: Adaptive Programming (myrec.com)
As an update to last week's episode, the primary election results are as follows: Maura Healy (D) and Geoff Diehl (R) for Governor, Kim Driscoll (D) and Leah Allen (R) for Lt Governor; Andrea Campbell (D) and James McMahon III (R) for Attorney General; William Galvin and Rayla Campbell for Secretary of State; Deborah Goldberg(D) for Treasurer; Christopher Dempsey (D) and Anthony Amore (R) for Auditor and—in an extremely close race Paul Donato for State Representative for the 35th district.
Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com or follow is 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.

Sep 19, 202224:10

Voter Guide with City Council VP, Zac Bears

Welcome to Season 3! Today we discuss this Fall's local and state elections with City Council Vice President, Zac Bears. Thanks so much for listening today’s episode and as always, if you have feedback about this episode or ideas for future episodes, you can email medfordpod@gmail.com. You can also subscribe, rate and review the podcast on spotify and apple podcasts. Thanks so much for listening.

Sep 05, 202242:50

Nichole Mossalam for State Rep

Today's interview includes a conversation with Nicole Mossalam, canditate for state representative of Massachusett's 35th district. Fofr more information about her campaign, you can visit votemossalam.com/
Thanks so much for listening today’s episode and as always, if you have feedback about this episode or ideas for future episodes, you can email medfordpod@gmail.com. You can also subscribe, rate and review the podcast on spotify and apple podcasts. Thanks so much for listening.

Aug 08, 202240:24