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Building Boston & Beyond, created by Lydia Rivera, is an educational podcast providing Massachusetts residents with information and updates surrounding the economic growth within their community, improvements to their neighborhood, and the many resources available to enhance their quality of life. From discussions with public officials, businesses, organizations, and changemakers, Building Boston & Beyond aims to inform and empower residents to have a voice, support each other, and join the ...
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Kate Gilbert, Executive Director of Boston Public Art Triennial, joins Building Boston & Beyond to discuss public art initiatives and Boston’s first city-wide art exhibition to be launched in May 2025. Visit the Boston Public Art Triennial website at TheTriennial.org Visit our website: BuildingBostonandBeyond.com Our social media pages Twitter/X: @…
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Erin McAleer, President and CEO of Project Bread, joins Building Boston & Beyond to discuss hunger in Massachusetts. Hear about the programs and resources available to address food insecurity in Massachusetts and how we can join the fight to help address hunger. Visit the Project Bread Website at ProjectBread.org Visit our website: BuildingBostonan…
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This week’s topic on Building Boston & Beyond– The Connection Between Housing and Health. Having access to quality, safe, affordable housing is key to an individual’s health and quality of life. CVS Health, a community partner – joins us to discuss the corporation’s investments which have led to the creation and renovation of more than 3,000 afford…
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This week’s guest on Building Boston & Beyond is Annissa Essaibi George, CEO of Big Sister Association of Greater Boston. Hear about Annissa’s role at Big Sister’s and the exciting programs underway to mentor young girls, and the opportunities available for women to become big sisters. Visit our website: BuildingBostonandBeyond.com Our social media…
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Today’s guest is Abby Gray, chef and owner of Cooking with Abby, a Culinary School in Norwell. I first connected with Abby in 2022, when she joined Building Boston & Beyond to share her story and passion for cooking. Abby continues her culinary career and has once again paved a path to include another passion of her family’s – Cancer Research. Abby…
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In this bonus episode, you learn what Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Massachusetts looks for in a Mentor and hear about a Mentee's success story. Big Brothers Big Sisters Website Visit our website: BuildingBostonandBeyond.com Our social media pages Twitter: @building_boston Instagram: @buildingbostonandbeyond…
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Established in 1969, Project Bread is Massachusetts’ leading anti-hunger non-profit organization working to ensure people in the state have enough to eat and access nutritional food. Project Bread website Visit our website: BuildingBostonandBeyond.com Our social media pages Twitter: @building_boston Instagram: @buildingbostonandbeyond…
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Old North Illuminated oversees operations of Boston’s oldest church -- the North End’s Old North Church and Historic site. Approaching its 300th year anniversary, exciting new changes are underway this year. Old North Illuminated Website Visit our website: BuildingBostonandBeyond.com Our social media pages Twitter: @building_boston Instagram: @buil…
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Leading the state’s 1 to 1 mentoring program for youth Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Massachusetts continues to serve thousands of youth each year, providing children with caring adult mentors who help them reach their fullest potential. Big Brothers Big Sisters Website Visit our website: BuildingBostonandBeyond.com Our social media pages Twi…
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Kimberly Anderson is the President and Executive Director of 'Boston Bridges Initiative,' a nonprofit organization where building culturally diverse relationships are its mission. Boston Bridges Initiative website: https://bostonbridgesinitiative.org Visit our website: BuildingBostonandBeyond.com Our social media pages Twitter: @building_boston Ins…
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The Herren Project provides free resources and support for treating, recovering, and preventing substance use disorder. Pam Rickard, Director of Active Engagement at the Herren Project, is here to share her story, her running career, and the upcoming Falmouth Road Race fundraiser. Visit the Herren Project: HerrenProject.org Visit our website: Build…
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Joining us today on Building Boston & Beyond is former gubernatorial candidate State Senator Sonia Change-Diaz. A seasoned public official with years on Beacon Hill she’s here to share her vision to support a slate of democratic candidates dubbed “Courage Democrats”. Candidates reflective of the diverse communities here in Massachusetts who are com…
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Tanisha Sullivan, a candidate for Secretary of State of Massachusetts, is an attorney, former chief equality officer of the Boston Public Schools, and President of the Boston chapter of the NAACP. Tanisha believes it's time for change by increasing government transparency and building a stronger and more vibrant democracy for all. Tanisha Sullivan'…
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Chris Doughty is one of two Republican candidates running for Governor of Massachusetts; Chris joins as he discusses his experience as a businessman and how he will govern if elected. Chris Doughty's campaign website: chrisforma.com Visit our website: BuildingBostonandBeyond.com Social Media pages Twitter: @building_boston Instagram: @buildingbosto…
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Democratic candidate for Massachusetts State Auditor, Chris Dempsey shares his commitment to public service and passion for change. Visit Chris Dempsey Website Visit our website: BuildingBostonandBeyond.com Building Boston & Beyond social media pages. Twitter: @building_boston Instagram: @buildingbostonandbeyond…
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Welcome to Building Boston & Beyond, here is a bonus clip of our recent episode with Chef Abby Gray of Cooking with Abby as she talks about her client's favorite dishes and reminisces about her family's cooking. Cooking with Abby's website: CookingWithAbby.com Visit our website: https://www.buildingbostonandbeyond.com Building Boston & Beyond socia…
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This week’s guest is Abby Gray, private chef, and owner of Cooking with Abby Culinary School located South of Boston in Norwell, Massachusetts. Abby’s background and path to her realizing her dream are inspiring. From politics to publishing to event planning – Abby combined these skills -- adding in her passion for cooking -- and reinvented herself…
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2022 is here. Let’s kick off the New Year on a positive note beginning with strength, wellness, and confidence. Beth Whitney of Milton’s Fitness Unlimited speaks to achieving happier, healthy lives through a balanced lifestyle. Beth joins Building Boston & Beyond to share the uniqueness of Fitness Unlimited’s community.…
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A woman-owned small business – Top Shelf Cookies - finds a home in Dorchester where the community has embraced owner Heather Higgins Yunger’s presence, job creation, and unique variety of cookies. Top Shelf Cookies website: https://topshelfcookies.com/ Top Shelf Cookies Instagram: @topshelfcookies Visit our website: http://www.buildingbostonandbeyo…
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The Cambridge City Council Election is approaching with less than a month away. Nineteen candidates, including 8 incumbents, vying for one of 9 seats. Running for a seat on the council – is native Paul Toner. Paul joins Building Boston and Beyond to share his vision for Cambridge. Paul Toner's Website: https://www.tonerforcambridge.com Visit our we…
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Althea Blackford, the founder of Boston Caribbean Fashion Week, joins Building Boston & Beyond to share her passion for fashion and invite people to join her to celebrate Caribbean culture through fashion. From October 13 through October 16, 2021, Althea returns, providing a runway for many successful and aspiring designers to showcase their collec…
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Boston Business Journal’s unique style of sharing information has won the news outlet awards and widespread appreciation by its many subscribers. Join us today to hear BBJ’s Grant Welker discuss the various recognition initiatives underway at the Journal. Boston Business Journal's Website: https://www.bostonbusinessjournal.com/ Visit our website: h…
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Join Building Boston and Beyond this week for a look into Boston’s Mayoral campaign with Candidate Annissa Essaibi George. She’s a seasoned At-Large City Councilor, a former Boston classroom teacher, a small business owner, and a mother of 4 boys-all students of Boston’s Public school system. Hear what distinguishes her from her 4 opponents and wha…
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Boston’s greatest days are ahead of us, says Boston City Councilor At Large Michael Flaherty. Born and raised in Boston, Councilor Flaherty’s pride shows through as he traces his career path and experiences along the way. With a desire and tireless passion for serving the public, Councilor Flaherty represents every neighborhood in the City of Bosto…
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Involved in politics since his youth, Massachusetts State Senator Eric Lesser continues on the fast track. Representing 9 communities in Western Massachusetts, Senator Lesser’s advocacy for access to transportation, education and job training, and his many initiatives to improve the quality of life is making an impact for residents statewide. Senat…
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Dedicated to ensuring patient care is not compromised, Vice President of the Massachusetts Nurses Association Marie Ritacco is leading the charge against Tenet Healthcare for an increase in staff and the implementation of safe staffing ratios. Visit our website: http://www.buildingbostonandbeyond.com Visit our Twitter: https://twitter.com/building_…
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A 20-year career at the MBTA, Deputy General Manager Jeff Gonneville speaks passionately on the workforce resilience and commitment to providing service during COVID and new strategies and investments underway to improve the customer experience. Visit our website: http://www.buildingbostonandbeyond.com Visit our Twitter: https://twitter.com/buildin…
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Dedicated to the preservation and advancement of his hometown of Chelsea, Roy’s advocacy to ensure residents have equal access to programs and services that sustain their livelihood is his mission. Council President Avelleneda remains optimistic in the city’s fight to be “Seen”, to be included – and have access to funding - where neighboring cities…
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Brenda Rosario – Board member of Dorchester’s St. Mary’s Center is committed to helping women who have experienced trauma improve their quality of life. Brenda understands firsts hand that empowering residents with information and the necessary tools to improve their quality of life promotes inclusion and strengthens community. Visit our website: h…
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Bob’s career spans 30 years-plus first serving in the Massachusetts Senate and now as Mayor of Weymouth. With a population of 57,000, Mayor Hedlund continues to proactively lead Weymouth residents through COVID -19 as the vaccination process continues and residents begin to venture outdoors. Visit our website: http://www.buildingbostonandbeyond.com…
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A national leader in the transportation industry. Bob’s TRANSIT career spans decades. The first African-American General Manager of Boston’s MBTA, Bob shaped a career spanning 25 years. Bob is here today to share a little history of his career at the T and life thereafter - where he carved out his next chapter in life holding corporate positions an…
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Building Boston & Beyond Podcast serves as an educational platform providing Massachusetts residents with information on the growth of their city, the status of the economy, and improvements to their neighborhood. Podcast discussions with public officials, private and public sector businesses, non-profits, and educational and medical institutions p…
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