ConcordTV Original Podcasts

We're thrilled to welcome Herb Carpenter and Ben Dion from Fellowship Housing Opportunities to the studio! Fellowship Housing is celebrating their 60th anniversary on June 11th at BNH Stage and all are welcome to attend. Learn more and RSVP to their anniversary event at www.fellowshiphousing.org

As part of our special monthly series with Concord Hospital we discuss high blood pressure and how preventative care when it comes to blood pressure can be incredibly helpful for your overall health. Thank you to our guest Meredith Milligan, MD. Resources mentioned in this episode: www.concordhospital.orgwww.validatebp.orgwww.cardiosmart.orgwww.heart.org

As part of our special series with Concord Hospital - we go through different care options available in the Greater Concord area, ranging from Primary Care to Urgent Care and Emergency Room services.

On this month's Community Conversations, a discussion with staff from Granite State Independent Living about the important work they're providing as a statewide nonprofit.

NHTI (Concord, NH) will be hosting a screening of documentary My Undesirable Friends: Part I — Last Air in Moscow, on Saturday, March 28th from 2-8pm. Free for NHTI students, $15 for members of the public. My Undesirable Friends is a 2024 Russian-language American documentary film written and directed by Julia Loktev. It highlights the persistence of several independent Russian journalists to keep doing their jobs in the months leading up to the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, as the Putin government's repression of free speech builds

Community Conversations celebrates Heart Health Month in this episode, where we're excited to be joined by Dr. AJ DeLago from the Concord Hospital Cardiovascular Institute. Dr. DeLago gives us some advice for helping to keep your heart in tip-top shape, and what can be done when it isn't.For more information, visit the Concord Hospital website at www.concordhospital.org

We're excited to bring this new episode to you, spotlighting local nonprofit The Bravery Alliance. Board member Chelsea tells us more about The Bravery Alliance provides care bags to hospitals in New Hampshire to give out to sexual assault victims. If you're interested in donating and supporting The Bravery Alliance visit their website at https://www.thebraveryalliance.org

On today's program, Phil Sletten, Research Director at NHFPI gives us the lowdown on a recent issue brief looking at long-term state revenue trends. - Declines in state revenues to the general and education trust funds - Decline in business tax revenues - lottery revenue increases - decline in tobacco tax and liquor receipts revenue

Joining us in the studio are Thrive Survivor Support Center board members Emily and Rebecca to remind us about this year's Walk-a-Mile event. Not only is it a really fun downtown Concord event, it provides vital funding in support of Thrive's mission. This year’s theme, Walk with Us, is a call to stand together in solidarity, compassion, and commitment to a safer world. We walk to raise awareness of domestic, sexual, and gender-based violence—and this year, the need is greater than ever. With funding cuts and rising demand for services, every step you take helps ensure survivors are seen, heard, and supported.Check out the full interview and then make sure to sign up at https://thrivenh.org/

Hear from ConcordTV Video Camp kids about what they like about the program, their favorite filming projects, and what else they want to learn!

How is ConcordTV funded? Are we impacted by federal funding cuts to NPR and PBS? What are Cable Franchise Fees? ConcordTV Board Chair Steve Ambra and Executive Director Josh Hardy have the answer to all these questions - and more - on Community Conversations! More info: ConcordTV's Websitewww.yourconcordtv .orgNH Business Magazine article: https://www.businessnhmagazine.com/article/nh-community-tv-stations-scramble-for-funding

It's going to be a fun fall 2025 semester with OLLI at UNH! OLLI at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) is a member-driven, volunteer based educational program for lifelong learners who are eager to explore ideas and interests in a safe and relaxed environment, with a community of peers.Guests: Tori BerubeDennis Desimonehttps://www.unh.edu/olli/

On today's episode - In April, Merrimack County Savings Bank (The Merrimack) announced the expansion of its construction loan program to include Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU). An ADU is a small residence located within, attached to or detached from an existing primary residence. With a limited supply of affordable housing options in New Hampshire, ADUs meet the need for available housing and prevent further land development.Guest: Jaime FrederesSVP & Residential Lending Officer, The Merrimack

Good friend of ConcordTV, Tanya Frost, joins the program! Tanya is VP of Development with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central & Northern NH. She's a key member of our community, born and raised in the Concord-area, and has been with the club for over 5 years. Tanya shares with us all the exciting things happening at the club as they continue to grow and advance their mission not only in Concord but throughout their regions of service.

Ryan joins ConcordTV this summer as an intern from SNHU. He brings an inspiring story of perseverance and overcoming obstacles in life, applying that motivation to his work at SNHU and now with ConcordTV for the summer!

We don't often talk geopolitical issues on this program but we were inspired by two Concord community members- Russell and Marie - who ever since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022 have been advocating for and selling artwork to directly support Ukraine. They're a great example of walking the walk!

The future of the humanities in New Hampshire is threatened following a Presidential Executive Order issued on April 2, 2025 that calls for the reduction and elimination of functions of the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). These cuts severely impact the very foundation of our work, which brings free, accessible programs to communities across the Granite State. New Hampshire Humanities Executive Director Michael Haley Goldman joins the program to discuss all that and more!

On a special time-sensitive episode we are joined by members of the arts community in New Hampshire to discuss the risk of potential budget cuts to the arts, and specifically the NHSCA. ConcordTV is a nonpartisan organization but thought it was important to provide a platform for this discussion about both the economic and holistic value of supporting the arts. Featuring: Deanna Hoying, NH Symphony; Dr. Roger Brooks, fmr. chair NHSCA and arts advocate; and Lynne Sabean, Concord Community Music SchoolMore information and how to get involved: https://arts4nh.org/https://www.nharts.dncr.nh.gov/https://symphonynh.org/https://www.ccmusicschool.org/

We're joined in the studio by Morgan Torre who tells us more about the Miss Capital Area competition and scholarship program, and about her community service initiative. Morgan is an inspiration for making a difference in Concord!

On this episode of Community Conversations we're joined by Greg, Peter, and Laura from the Mayhew Program, a terrific organization that helps at risk NH boys believe in themselves and become their best. It is the only all-boys program in the state that combines school-year mentoring and a residential summer program for at-risk boys!

We're excited to share a whole bunch of updates with you about your favorite local community media center! This is our busiest time of year so we have a lot to catch up on!

On a special Community Conversations we're chatting with fellow media organization WKXL, which has been a consistent presence in Concord since 1946! General Manager Catherine Martinez shares with us a little about WKXL's storied history and what the station has been up to lately.

Capital Region Food Program's mission to help reduce hunger in the Greater Concord Area is only part of the story here. We were blown away by CRFP's adaptability as they've evolved to best serve their community, and the passion that their board members use to motivate themselves. We hope you enjoy this video to not only learn more about CRFP but also this amazing case study on how nonprofits should always be looking to adapt/pivot when necessary. Guests: Board Chair, Elena M. Alois Holiday Project Chair, Maria Manus Painchaud

Our friends from the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute stopped by to share a preview of this spring's programs and how you can join! ConcordTV will also be offering an OLLI class this March so keep an eye out for that and visit www.unh.edu/olli for more information.

January is National Mentoring Month so we started the new year talking with Laura and Lily from the Friends Program to tell us about mentoring opportunities in the Concord area and preview a fun free event they're hosting on January 20th!

Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse at Finding Nemo Jr. and learn more about "A Fund for the Players" fundraising initiative.

The first Wednesday of October is Walk-a-Mile In Their Shoes, a fundraising event for the Crisis Center of Central NH! Check out this episode to learn more about how this light-hearted community event raises funds and awareness for a serious cause. Guests: Deb Johnson - Crisis Center of Central NH Rebecca Britenriker - Event Committee Chair

On this month's Community Conversations - Day of Caring is a community-wide effort that brings together volunteers and local businesses to provide short-term, project-focused volunteer service to our community's local nonprofit and public organizations. Watch to learn more about how your organization can get involved, whether you're in Concord or elsewhere around New Hampshire! Guests: Gladstone from Granite United Way and Lynnette Macomber an attorney at Orr & Reno and Day of Caring committee member. www.graniteuw.org for more information!

Check out this Community Conversations interview with Dr. Patrick Tompkins, who tells us more about the value of NHTI in the community. We're sure you've heard of NHTI but we guarantee you'll learn something new from this program!

On today's Community Conversations - local nonprofit Friends Program provides so many incredible services to the Concord community. Learn more about these services, in particular their Emergency Housing which helps families get back on their feet. Friends Program also has several upcoming events that you'll want to hear about! If you want your Concord-area nonprofit featured on Community Conversations let us know!

A full update from our Executive Director in just over 10 minutes! We hope you'll listen to hear about the great work our team has been doing and to hear our perspective on the community media landscape. Please let us know what you like that we've been doing or if there's anything else you'd like to see/hear from us!

On this episode of Community Conversations we get an exclusive preview of the upcoming fall season of Osher Lifelong Learning Institute classes. This is an amazing program in which volunteer instructors share their expertise with OLLI members on topics ranging from math to history, culture, and technology. Listen to the full episode for more information and a great discussion.

On this week's Community Conversations episode we're joined by Kathleen Reardon, CEO at the NH Center for Nonprofits. We are just weeks away from this year's NH Gives, which last year raised $3.5 million for local nonprofit organizations!

Kiwanis Club of Concord is hosting their annual Spring Fair, starting on Thursday, May 18th. Learn more about what the fair has to offer and about the valuable role Kiwanis plays in our community!

Learn more about Girls on the Run, an incredible program that inspires all girls to build their confidence, kindness and decision making skills. It's an incredible program and we thank Jen for joining us in the studio to tell us more about it.

On this Community Conversations episode we're joined by Stay Work Play Executive Director Will Stewart who shares more information about the recently-revealed Quality of Life Survey results. Stay Work Play's mission is to attract and retain more young people in New Hampshire, and to continue to make the state an even more welcoming, inclusive, and just place for people of color.You can find full survey results at www.stayworkplay.org/survey

Enjoy this Community Conversation with Wallace J. Pineault and Nathan Osburn about the Community Players of Concord's next show "Not A Word", written and directed by Wallace Pineault.

In early November 2022 Karen Jantzen joined the Concord Coalition to End Homelessness as their new Executive Director. Learn more about Karen and the latest from CCEH, their mission to eliminate chronic homelessness, and how you can get involved. 

The New Hampshire Insurance Department promotes and protects the public good by ensuring the existence of a safe and competitive insurance marketplace through the development and enforcement of the insurance laws of the State of New Hampshire. We are committed to doing so in an honest, effective and timely manner.

For our last podcast of 2022 enjoy this interview with Joe, a student at Plymouth State and a new volunteer with ConcordTV. He tells us more about why he's interested in TV & Film and what makes him excited to work with ConcordTV.  The takeaway message from this episode? It's fun and easy to be involved with ConcordTV! 

Last episode we chatted with ConcordTV staffers Mike & Matt. Now we're sitting down with Emmett to learn more about what he does at ConcordTV, his other hobbies and interests, and what shows he's been watching lately. Fun interview with a great person! 

In what might become a monthly podcast, our staff Josh, Mike, and Matt sat down to talk more in-depth about what we've been up to lately! December is one of our busiest months with coverage of holiday events and Boys and Girls Club TV Auction, just to name a few. Chances are if you're out and about in Concord this month you'll see one of us there! The podcast format gives us the opportunity to dig deeper into other topics, like our DJI Osmo 4K pocket camera, Mike's work using After Effects, and our favorite holiday movies (you will NOT agree with Josh's pick). Also, we were stumped trying to remember the name of a long-tenured 1990's SNL cast member so please let us know if you figure out who it was! 

Did you know that Community Action Program Belknap-Merrimack offers a childhood development program that promotes school readiness?  In this podcast episode you'll hear first-hand from teachers and parents who have experienced the value that Head Start and Early Head Start provide our community!

The Crisis Center of Central NH helps survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, human trafficking, stalking and elder abuse. Last year, they helped 1,755 victims and survivors in Merrimack County.  Every October on the first Wednesday of the month, CCCNH hosts Walk a Mile in Their Shoes.  WAM is a light-hearted event to raise awareness about very serious issues – domestic, sexual and gender violence. They encourage the community to walk to show solidarity, support survivors, and to raise awareness of domestic and sexual violence in Merrimack County.

On this episode we talk with New American Scholars founder/president Riyah Patel to learn more about the important work of providing tutoring services for refugee students. 

Learn more about this amazing event held last weekend at Keach Park in Concord New Hampshire! 

Learn more about the upcoming Friends-a-Palooza event coming up on July 30th! 

Kathleen Reardon, CEO of NH Center for Nonprofits tells us more about NH Gives, which takes place June 7-8. 

Chris Emond, Executive Director of the Boys and Girls Club of Central NH joins us to provide updates on the latest with their organization. 

Get the latest info about this year's Market Days Festival, thanks to an exclusive interview with Intown Concord's Event Coordinator Haylie Stoddard.