Hamden Fest 2026: Community Voices, Local Businesses, and Live Stories (Part 2)

Sounds of Health continues its live broadcast from Hamden Town Center Park for Hamden Fest 2026, capturing the second half of a full day dedicated to community connection, local business engagement, and real-time conversations with the people shaping Hamden’s future. Host Dave MacNiven and producer Jason Carubia return to the tent as the afternoon crowd grows, spotlighting energy-efficiency partners, public health advocates, beloved food vendors, and newly opened businesses investing in the region. Part 2 features on-site interviews with CMC Energy Services, UI and SCG representatives from Energize Connecticut, Ali Baba’s Kitchen, Monitor My Health’s mobile clinic team, and Nightjar Cannabis. From home energy assessments and small-business incentives to free A1C screenings, community health outreach, and the launch of Hamden’s newest licensed dispensary, this episode highlights the practical resources available to residents and the entrepreneurs who bring vibrancy to the town’s business community. Guest List and Timestamps 00:00:00 Celebrating Family & Community with Everyone 00:00:25 Titles 00:00:33 Glenn - CMC Energy Services 00:05:24 Elise - UI and SCG 00:11:24 Huda Khalid - Ali Baba's Kitchen 00:13:43 Leah - Monitor My Health 00:21:51 Katie - Nightjar Cannabis 00:29:19 Winfred & Nima Rembert - Nima's Fine Art 00:33:53 Alicia Watley - Alicia Watley Photography 00:41:12 A Toast With Ben - Tickets Sports Pub 00:42:32 Ending Credits Part 2 reflects the heart of Hamden Fest: local food, family activities, small-business innovation, public service organizations, and the shared commitment to making Hamden stronger. Whether you visited the festival or are listening from home, this episode places you right inside the Sounds of Health tent as the day unfolds. Tune in and share with your community. Search “Sounds of Health Podcast” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen. Sounds of Health is brought to you by Nutmeg Insurance Advisors and recorded at the offices of Nutmeg Advisory Group in North Haven, CT. Producer and Host: Dave MacNiven Producer: Jason Carubia Music: Rob Hames Sounds of Health: Shining a light on the path to improved health. Visit us on: YouTube: SoundsofHealthPodcast Facebook: soundsofhealthpodcast Instagram: soundsofhealthpod LinkedIn: soundsofhealth Website: https://www.soundsofhealthpod.com/ Thank you for liking, following, subscribing, sharing, rating, and reviewing!