Now We're Talking Darien
59 episodes - English - Latest episode: 15 days ago - ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsTwo Darien, CT friends interview local figures and business owners.
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Wave Strong
April 25, 2024 17:16 - 57 minutes - 55.6 MBListen to Kim Swift and Laura Bremer, Co-Founders of Wave Strong discuss why they felt compelled to act following a period of tragic community loss.
Darien Athletic Foundation & DAF Media
March 27, 2024 01:24 - 1 hour - 61.2 MBA conversation with Jenn Montanaro and Bruce Ferguson from Darien Athletic Foundation about raising $10 million that was gifted to Darien. We also talk about the founding of DAF Media live streaming network, which is a joint venture of DAF and the Darien Foundation.
Athletic Brewing Company
October 24, 2023 01:33 - 57 minutes - 52 MBIn an age of increased focus on both health and social engagement, non-alcoholic beer may just have become cool. Listen to Bill Shufelt, Darien native, Co-Founder and CEO of Athletic Brewing Company, a rapidly growing beverage company talk about his product, inspiration and how he built such a successful business.
The ”Palmers Project” - Moving Forward at Last!
September 29, 2023 22:07 - 1 hour - 65.3 MBAfter sitting dormant for several years, it's exciting to sit down with the two men finally making this important Darien commercial real estate project a reality. Meet Jon and Joe Vaccaro, a local father-son duo known professionally as the V20 Group (www.v20group.com). In this hour-long conversation we cover the size and scope of the Heights Crossing project, located on the former site of the Noroton Heights Shopping Center. We discuss their plans for the retail, residential and green sp...
Let’s Talk College Admissions
July 25, 2023 12:45 - 1 hour - 73.6 MBApplying to college feels more complicated, more competitive and more stressful than ever before. But is the competition for the “perfect” application real or only perceived? What do colleges really look for, and are we providing it here in Darien? How are Darien kids stacking up against others across America? And, what can (or should) we be doing to keep our kids in contention? Independent college consultants Deena Maerowitz and Kristin White have over 30 years of combined experience he...
Mental Health - A Conversation about Nutrition
November 18, 2022 18:16 - 51 minutes - 58.5 MBIn the final episode of this series, Dr. Danielle Douglas talks about the role of nutrition in supporting our teens' mental health.
Mental Health - A Conversation with Clergy
November 04, 2022 14:07 - 57 minutes - 54.2 MBTwo local clergy members (and one via email) address the role of faith in our teens' mental health.
Mental Health - A Conversation with Two Therapists
October 28, 2022 16:12 - 1 hour - 70 MBTwo local mental health professionals discuss the interviews heard in the first episode in this series, and the stresses placed on our teens in Darien today.
Mental Health - A Conversation With Our Teenagers
October 21, 2022 20:39 - 1 hour - 111 MBThree Darien teens bravely share their stories.
SE Cupp - ”We’re Not Worthy!”
September 02, 2022 15:29 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBListen to SE Cupp; TV personality, journalist, author and neighbor share her experiences (and challenges) with mental health, fame and identity in the media world.
LIVE from the street
August 04, 2022 16:22 - 40 minutes - 36.3 MBOur first LIVE podcast... from the Darien Sidewalk Sales! We covered it all - Great Island, October’s “Chamber Jam,” Darien real estate, the local business landscape, politics and the Aug 9 primary, a new youth buddy program and more. Don’t miss this one!
NWTD on stage at the DCA!
July 28, 2022 02:19 - 48 minutes - 31.7 MBThe script gets flipped... listen to Liz and Taylor get interviewed by CNN's SE Cupp at the Darien Community Association's Annual Meeting.
The Spadtastics!
June 30, 2022 20:51 - 44 minutes - 39 MBDarien's favorite band, the Spadtastics talks with us behind the scenes during a warm-up session.
The Darien Land Trust
June 01, 2022 01:38 - 44 minutes - 46.7 MBLet's talk about NO development in Darien! Listen to the Land Trust discuss how and why they preserve our Town's open spaces.
Bob Gillon - Parklands Development Project
April 29, 2022 12:49 - 1 hour - 64.3 MBHear Bob Gillon discuss his controversial new residential housing project at Parklands. We talk local control, 8-30g, Planning & Zoning, appeals, overdevelopment... it's all happening here in Darien. Tune in to learn more.
Dr. Rob Zembroski - Rebuilding Your Health and Becoming Immune Confident
March 07, 2022 14:30 - 57 minutes - 55.6 MBDr. Rob Zembroski, cancer survivor, fitness guru and functional medicine specialist discusses ways to take control of your own health in a world dependent on pharmaceuticals.
Ward Glassmeyer and Sarah Woodberry - The Darien Foundation
February 14, 2022 15:48 - 32 minutes - 33.4 MBWhat's unique about the Darien Foundation? Ward (Chairman of the Board) and Sarah (Executive Director) explain their mission and describe some of the incredible projects their donors have funded in Darien.
Ben and Trudie Larrabee - Ben Larrabee Photography
February 03, 2022 14:54 - 49 minutes - 44 MBBen and Trudie explain how their passion for each other and the art of meditation inspire their nationally famous work.
Patrick McMahon and Stuart Biel, Federal Realty - Noroton Heights Project
January 20, 2022 01:54 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBPatrick McMahon (SVP, Development) and Stuart Biel (SVP, Leasing) tell us all about their Noroton Heights development project... with new tenant announcements and timeline updates.
At Home in Darien - Helping our Seniors Age in Place
December 17, 2021 20:34 - 36 minutes - 34.9 MBGina Blum (Executive Director) and Peter Sosnow (Board Member) explain how At Home in Darien helps seniors remain in their homes.
We still call it The Dump!
December 09, 2021 13:43 - 37 minutes - 37.4 MBDan Dolcetti, Craig Flaherty and Reese Hutchison talk to us about the founding of the infamous "Swap Shop" and other cutting-edge recycling efforts happening at the Darien Transfer Station.
Behind Every Successful Business is... A Great Chamber of Commerce
November 24, 2021 21:05 - 40 minutes - 37.9 MBMeet the Team behind Darien's flourishing business community! Kesti Aysseh (Executive Director), Cheryl Williams (Chairman of the Board) and David Wagner (Chairman of the Chamber's Charitable Foundation) discuss their vision for the Chamber and how they inspire Darien to SHOP LOCAL!
Thriving Youth Task Force - 2021 Darien Student Survey Results
November 09, 2021 00:07 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBThree members of the Thriving Youth Task Force summarize the results of their 2021 Student Survey of mental health and substance abuse habits among Darien teenagers.
Ken Skovron - Owner, Darien Cheese & Fine Foods
November 01, 2021 13:10 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBKen talks about his small-batch, handmade cheeses, proprietary olive oils and one-of-a-kind pocket knives, as well as the challenges facing small businesses today.
2021 Candidate Interviews - Dave Brown for BOE
October 23, 2021 00:45 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MBDave Brown answers our questions about his candidacy for Board of Education.
2021 Candidate Interviews - Monica McNally for First Selectman
October 22, 2021 22:57 - 20 minutes - 21.3 MBMonica McNally answers our questions about her candidacy for First Selectman.
2021 Candidate Interviews - Marcy Minnick for BOS
October 22, 2021 22:39 - 22 minutes - 22.3 MBMarcy Minnick answers our questions about her candidacy for Selectman.
2021 Candidate Interviews - Tara Wurm for BOE
October 22, 2021 20:15 - 15 minutes - 14.8 MBTara Wurm answers our questions about her candidacy for Board of Education.
2021 Candidate Interviews - Jon Zagrodzky for BOS
October 22, 2021 19:52 - 23 minutes - 22 MBJon Zagrodzky answers our questions about his candidacy for Selectman.
Jim Cameron - Local Media Expert and Co-Founder/Program Director of TV79
October 06, 2021 18:35 - 49 minutes - 49.1 MBJim talks about bias in the media, transparency in government, the future of Metro-North and hot topics for this November's election.
Reboot
September 22, 2021 20:05 - 5 minutes - 5.42 MBWe're 6 months in! Time to reflect, revamp and revise... tune in to this short episode to hear about upcoming changes to our schedule, content and plans to interview political candidates for the upcoming election.
Marli Hayes - Interim CEO, YWCA Darien/Norwalk
September 18, 2021 22:11 - 47 minutes - 45.4 MBMarli discusses the YWCA's mission to empower women and eliminate racism, touching on hot topics including school curriculum, gender pronouns and Critical Race Theory.
Heather Raker, Executive Director & Jennifer Foster, Founding Board Member - The Mather Homestead Foundation
September 03, 2021 23:27 - 30 minutes - 29.6 MBHeather and Jennifer share stories about the Mather Family and Homestead, a fascinating piece of Darien history, and highlight the generosity of the individuals and community that brought this incredible asset to life.
Janice Marzano - The Depot, Darien Youth Commission... and So Much More
August 27, 2021 21:19 - 41 minutes - 38.7 MBOn the eve of her retirement from The Depot, Janice discusses her more than 30 years of working with kids in Darien... sharing some laughs, tears, wisdom and invaluable advice for parents.
Mike Forget - Head Coach, DHS Varsity Football
August 20, 2021 19:45 - 34 minutes - 34.6 MBCoach Forget talks philosophy, apple pie and his outlook for the 2021 season.
Bill Jensen - Owner, Darien Toy Box
August 13, 2021 16:28 - 28 minutes - 26.8 MBBill talks about his LEGO Gold Store status, time spent in the oil business, and introduces the new Darien Monopoly game!
Now We're Talking Back-to-School with COVID - A Conversation with Licensed Therapist, Amanda Craig
August 06, 2021 16:17 - 46 minutes - 45.5 MBAmanda Craig, PhD/LMFT discusses the "big feelings" kids and families are facing as we return to another year of school with COVID still in the picture.
Jhonny Arteaga, Founder - JA Elite Soccer Academy
July 23, 2021 18:32 - 53 minutes - 52.3 MBJhonny discusses his professional career, why he started JA Elite and how he helps our kids cultivate their passion for soccer.
Griffin House - Singer/Songwriter
July 16, 2021 19:12 - 58 minutes - 58.2 MBGriffin talks about his rise in the music world, life in Darien and finding peace with himself before performing some incredible songs for us, LIVE.
Erika Allen - Founder and Owner, Make-Modern Crafting Studio
July 10, 2021 20:42 - 51 minutes - 49.9 MBErika Allen shares her incredible journey in life and business with us-- from knitting tutors to her "white lady dreadlocks," close personal friendships and "going deeper" in the face of adversity.
Joe Larcheveque, Executive Director & Ryan Genovese, VP Student Affairs - Post 53
July 02, 2021 18:27 - 34 minutes - 38.8 MBJoe and Ryan explain how this student-driven emergency response team got started and what their volunteers do for the Darien community.
Now We're Talking ESS (Early Sports Specialization) - A Conversation with Dr. Karen Sutton, Orthopedic Surgeon at HSS
June 25, 2021 18:25 - 45 minutes - 48.6 MBDr. Karen Sutton, nationally renowned physician in sports medicine and orthopedic surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery in Stamford, talks with us about the impact early sports specialization is having on young athletes.
Steve Roney, Founder and Jordan Castellani, President - Darien Firefighters Foundation
June 18, 2021 18:39 - 43 minutes - 41.6 MBSteve and Jordan explain how the Foundation and the Darien community support our 100% volunteer fire departments.
Tiere Hessert, Founder of MamaCollective
June 11, 2021 16:14 - 52 minutes - 51.4 MBTiere Hessert shares her personal story and explains why she started the MamaCollective.
Now We're Talking Real Estate - A Conversation with Jeff Kelly and Barb Hazelton
June 04, 2021 15:45 - 53 minutes - 55.6 MBJeff Kelly and Barb Hazelton of Houlihan Lawrence give us an update on the local real estate market.
The Darien Butcher Shop
May 28, 2021 14:59 - 39 minutes - 37.9 MBChef Peter Crawford, Tim Stisser and Mark DiBenedetto tell us how the Darien Butcher Shop and their gourmet restaurant, The Charles, came to be.
Dr. Alan Addley, Superintendent - Darien Public Schools
May 21, 2021 21:11 - 54 minutes - 51.9 MBDr. Addley talks about the American Dream, leading a new district during COVID and what's to come for Darien's curriculum.
Jen Kuryla & Jim Book, President and Founding Board Member of Darien Youth Lacrosse (DYLAX)
May 14, 2021 13:37 - 38 minutes - 37.3 MBJen Kuryla and Jim Book talk about the “secret sauce” that makes Darien Youth Lacrosse one of the largest and most successful programs in the nation.
Pastor Gary Morello, Noroton Presbyterian Church
May 06, 2021 21:44 - 50 minutes - 45.8 MBPastor Gary Morello of Noroton Presbyterian Church talks about his personal journey and helping his community here in Darien.
Chief Anderson and Captain Marron, Darien Police Department
May 01, 2021 14:41 - 55 minutes - 51.5 MBChief Don Anderson and Captain Jeremiah Marron share stories and discuss what makes the DPD so successful.