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Building Boston & Beyond
by Lydia Rivera
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 provides a unique forum to introduce to the public their objectives, goals, and successes, as well as, sharing information related to the many resources available via state programs and organizations that promote a higher quality of life for people.
Episodes
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Nicole Stewart | Executive Director, Boston CASA
Today’s guest on Building Boston & Beyond is Nicole Stewart, Executive Director of Boston CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), a nonprofit serving disadvantaged children and youth in the foster care system who have experienced neglect and abuse. Visit: https://bostoncasa.org to learn more...
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Philip Balboni | CEO and Editorial Director GlobalPost Media
Joining Building Boston and Beyond today is Philip Balboni, a journalistic legend and Boston News veteran, as well as an entrepreneur and President and CEO of GlobalPost Media, an international news site focused on helping people deepen their global knowledge. Visit GlobalPost Media at...
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Bonnie Espino | Junior Partner and Certified Tax Preparer of Canton Tax Group
Joining Building Boston & Beyond today is Bonnie Espino, junior partner and certified tax preparer with Canton Tax Group. Bonnie is a seasoned professional in her field and is here to share her expertise and knowledge on tax laws, tax deductions, and tax write-offs. Visit the Canton Tax Group at...
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Kate Gilbert | Executive Director of Boston Public Art Triennial
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:...
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Erin McAleer | President and CEO of Project Bread
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...
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Keli Savage | CVS Health
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...
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Scott Pollack - Urban Land Institute-Boston
This week's topic on Building Boston & Beyond: Housing and the importance of understanding demographic trends in Massachusetts. Join us for a discussion with Scott Pollack of Urban Land Institute-Boston on housing issues, urban planning, and why data matters.
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CVS Workforce Initiatives
This week’s episode of Building Boston & Beyond is about CVS Health and its Workforce Initiatives Program, where opportunities to have a career in health care are available. Whether unemployed, underemployed, persons with disabilities and youth. CVS Health Workforce Initiatives Program will help...
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Trailer: CVS Workforce Initiatives
Comming soon on June 27, 2024
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Plugged In Band Program
This week’s guests on Building Boston & Beyond are Sandra Rizkallah, Dan Croft, and Matthew Cunningham from the Plugged In Band Program. Visit our website: BuildingBostonandBeyond.com Our social media pages Twitter: @building_boston Instagram: @buildingbostonandbeyond
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Bonus Episode - The Ideal Big Sister - Big Sister Association of Greater Boston
In this bonus episode, you learn what the Big Sister Association of Greater Boston looks for in a Big Sister. Visit our website: BuildingBostonandBeyond.com Our social media pages Twitter: @building_boston Instagram: @buildingbostonandbeyond
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Annissa Essaibi George - Big Sister Association of Greater Boston
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...
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Barbara Fortier - CEO of Girl Scouts of Eastern Mass
Girl Scouts of Eastern Mass Visit our website: BuildingBostonandBeyond.com Our social media pages Twitter: @building_boston Instagram: @buildingbostonandbeyond
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Abby and Richard Gray - DO Mor for Cancer Gala
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...
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Bonus Episode - Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Massachusetts
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:...
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Erin McAleer - Project Bread
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:...
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Nikki Stewart - Old North Illuminated
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...
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Massachusetts
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:...
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Kimberley Anderson - Boston Bridges Initiative
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...
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Pam Rickard - Herren Project
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…
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Sonia Chang-Díaz - Massachusetts State Senator
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...
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Tanisha Sullivan - Candidate for Secretary of State of Massachusetts
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...
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Chris Doughty - Candidate for Governor of Massachusetts
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…
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Chris Dempsey - Candidate for Massachusetts State Auditor
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:...
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Bonus Episode - Chef Abby Gray on client’s favorite dishes & her family’s cooking
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:...
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Chef Abby Gray - Cooking With Abby
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...
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Tim Murray - Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce
Worcester is the 2nd largest city in New England with the largest chamber of commerce. Joining Building Boston and Beyond today to talk about Worcester’s economic growth, its diverse landscape, and the many resources available to new businesses is Worcester Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Tim...
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Beth Whitney - Milton’s Fitness Unlimited
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…
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Heather Higgins Yunger - Top Shelf Cookies
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…
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Paul Toner - Cambridge City Council Candidate
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...
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Althea Blackford - Boston Caribbean Fashion Week
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...
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Grant Welker - Boston Business Journal
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:...
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Boston Mayoral Candidate: Councilor Annissa Essaibi George
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.…
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Rick Dimino A Better City
Rick Dimino leads one of the most respected, inclusive, non-profit organizations in the city of Boston. At the helm since 1995, Rick partners with 130 plus business members all focused on a similar mission - to build an equitable future for the Greater Boston region and an improved quality of…
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Boston City Councilor Michael Flaherty
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…
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Senator Eric Lesser
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…
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St. Vincent's Nurse Strike with Marie Ritacco, Massachusetts Nursing Association Vice President
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:...
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MBTA Deputy General Manager Jeff Gonneville
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:...
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Chelsea City Council President Roy Avellaneda
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 –...
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St. Mary's Center Board Member, Brenda Rosario
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...
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Weymouth Mayor Bob Hedlund
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.…
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The first African-American MBTA General Manager, Bob Prince
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…
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Building Boston & Beyond - Promo
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,...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
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 provides a unique forum to introduce to the public their objectives, goals, and successes, as well as, sharing information related to the many resources available via state programs and organizations that promote a higher quality of life for people.
HOSTED BY
Lydia Rivera
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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,...
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Building Boston & Beyond is created and hosted by Lydia Rivera.
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