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Princeton Podcast
by HG Media
The Princeton Podcast features interviews with many of Princeton New Jersey's most influential community leaders.
Episodes
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Justin Lesko, Princeton Planning Department Director
Welcome to Episode 78 of the Princeton Podcast, sponsored by the Municipality of Princeton – encouraging civic participation and amplifying the voices that shape our community. In this episode, Mayor Mark Freda sits down with Justin Lesko, Princeton's Planning Director, to discuss the town's...
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David Wu, PhD Economist & Founder of PAC
Welcome to Episode 77 of the Princeton Podcast, sponsored by the Municipality of Princeton - encouraging civic participation and amplifying the voices that shape our community. In this episode, Mayor Mark Freda sits down with David Wu, founder of the Princeton Active Circle. This non-profit...
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Ari Meisel, Executive Director of the Princeton First Aid and Rescue Squad
In episode 76 of the Princeton Podcast, mayor Mark Freda sits down with Ari Meisel, Executive Director of the Princeton First Aid and Rescue Squad. Ari and Mark discuss how the Princeton First Aid and Rescue Squad combines career and volunteer Emergency Medical Technicians under the same high...
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Evan Moorhead, Executive Director of the Princeton Recreation Department
In episode 75 of the Princeton Podcast, Mayor Mark Freda is joined by Evan Moorhead, the Executive Director of the Princeton Recreation Department. As the department navigates its busiest summer season, Evan reflects on over 60 years of Princeton Recreation history, and what it means to be only…
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Julie Diana Hench, Executive Director of the Princeton Ballet Society
In episode74 of the Princeton Podcast, Mayor Mark Freda sat down with Julie Diana Hench, the Executive Director of the Princeton Ballet Society, for an in-depth discussion about the nonprofit organization's three distinct but unified parts: the American Repertory Ballet, the Princeton Ballet...
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Bonnie Watson Coleman, U.S. Representative for New Jersey's 12th Congressional District
In episode 73 of the Princeton Podcast, Mayor Mark Freda talks with Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman about her life, her extensive career in public service, and her recent decision to retire. Bonnie Watson Coleman shares touching stories of growing up in Ewing Township, where her family's...
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Dana Caragine, President & CEO of the Princeton Federal Credit Union
In episode 72 of the Princeton Podcast, Mayor Mark Freda sat down with Dana Caragine, President and CEO of the Princeton Federal Credit Union, for an engaging conversation about the organization's history and community-focused mission. Dana shared the inspiring story of the credit union's…
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Jim Ferry, Princeton’s Animal Control Officer
In this Episode 71, Mayor Mark Freda sat down with Jim Ferry, Princeton’s Animal Control Officer, for an illuminating conversation about the diverse wildlife and domestic animal concerns in our town. Jim explained that his primary objective is rabies control, a position created to manage this...
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Kevin Wilkes, Founder and Managing Partner at Princeton Design Guild
Welcome to Episode 70 of the Princeton Podcast, sponsored by the Municipality of Princeton - encouraging civic participation and amplifying the voices that shape our community. In this episode, mayor Mark Freda sits down with Kevin Wilkes, Founder and Managing Partner at Princeton Design Guild....
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Deanna Stockton, Princeton Deputy Administrator and Municipal Engineer
Episode 69 - Show Notes Welcome to Episode 69 of the Princeton Podcast, sponsored by the Municipality of Princeton – encouraging civic participation and amplifying the voices that shape our community. In episode 69 of the Princeton Podcast, mayor Mark Freda is joined by Deanna Stockton…
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Phil Murphy, New Jersey Governor
In episode 68 of The Princeton Podcast, our podcast host, Princeton Mayor Mark Freda, welcomes New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy for a wide-ranging conversation about the Governor’s path into public service, his years in office, and the work that has defined his administration. Mark and Governor...
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Michelle Pirone Lambros, Princeton Councilperson
In episode 67 of the Princeton Podcast, sponsored by the Municipality of Princeton, Mayor Mark Freda is joined by Princeton Municipal Councilperson Michelle Pirone Lambros for a conversation about the exciting transformation of Community Park South. Michelle shares the park’s deep history and its...
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Helene Lanctuit, CEO of Share My Meals
In Episode 66 of the Princeton Podcast, sponsored by the Municipality of Princeton, Mayor Mark Freda welcomes Helene Lanctuit, CEO of Share My Meals, a nonprofit dedicated to recovering surplus prepared meals and delivering them to communities in need across New Jersey. Founded in 2019, Share My...
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Peter Gaines, Head of School at Princeton Friends School
In Episode 65 of the Princeton Podcast, sponsored by the Municipality of Princeton, Mayor Mark Freda is joined by Peter Gaines, the new Head of School at Princeton Friends School. With preschool through eighth grade now united on campus, Peter reflects on Princeton Friends School’s Quaker…
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David Cohen, Princeton Councilman
In Episode 64 of the Princeton Podcast, Mayor Mark Freda is joined by Princeton Councilman David Cohen for an in-depth discussion about the municipality’s newly launched Vision Zero Initiative - an ambitious plan aimed at eliminating traffic fatalities and serious injuries in Princeton.…
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Rhodalynn Jones, Princeton Director of Human Services
In Episode 63 of the Princeton Podcast, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed Rhodalynn Jones, Princeton’s Director of Human Services and Affordable Housing. Rhodalyn shared insights into the growing challenges facing Princeton, including rising homelessness, food insecurity, and the need for more…
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Kim Clauss, St. Paul School Principal
In episode 62 of the Princeton Podcast, our host, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed Kim Clauss, Principal at St. Paul School. During their conversation, Kim shared the rich 137-year history of St. Paul School, its deep-rooted Catholic values, and its welcoming community spirit. She described the…
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Derek Bridger, Princeton Zoning Officer
In episode 61 of The Princeton Podcast, our podcast host, mayor Mark Freda, welcomes Derek Bridger, Princeton Zoning Officer to discuss the important and timely topic of Accessory Dwelling Units, or ADUs. Mark and Derek explore how ADUs offer new housing options in Princeton, supporting...
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Kelley Nicholson-Flynn, PhD, Princeton Day School, Head of School
In Episode 60 of The Princeton Podcast, Mayor Mark Freda speaks with Kelley Nicholson-Flynn, Head of School at Princeton Day School. During their interview, Kelley describes her path from science research to education, with leadership roles at Lawrenceville School and Riverdale Country School...
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Brian McDonald, Princeton Councilman
In Episode 59 of The Princeton Podcast, our podcast host, mayor Mark Freda welcomed Brian McDonald, Princeton’s recently elected town councilman. Brian has been deeply involved in Princeton for years—most recently serving on the school board, as well as coaching in the Princeton Little League…
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Adam Kooker, Princeton Fire Department Chief
In Episode 58 of the Princeton Podcast, Mayor Mark Freda welcomed Adam Kooker, our new Princeton Fire Department Chief. Adam talked about his transition into the role, his leadership philosophy, and how the department blends volunteer and career firefighters to provide seamless emergency response...
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Mitch Henderson, Princeton University Men's Basketball Coach
In Episode 57 of the Princeton Podcast, our Princeton Podcast host, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed Mitch Henderson, Princeton University Men’s Basketball Coach. Mitch discussed his journey from a Princeton University student-athlete to the head coach of the Princeton University men’s basketball team....
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Lori Rabon, Palmer Square & Nassau Inn Vice President
In Episode 56 of the Princeton Podcast, our Princeton Podcast host, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed Lori Rabon, Palmer Square & Nassau Inn Vice President. Lori and Mark discuss the Nassau Inn's recognition as a Historic Hotel of America, highlighting its preservation of traditional architecture and…
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Richard Rein, TAPinto Princeton Editor
In Episode 55 of the Princeton Podcast, our Princeton Podcast host, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed Richard Rein, Editor of TAPinto Princeton and a lifelong Princeton area newspaper journalist. In their conversation, Rich shared the origins of his journalism career, reflecting on his early inspiration...
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Lawrence Patton, Princeton Charter School Head of School
In episode 54 of the Princeton Podcast, our Princeton Podcast host, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed Lawrence Patton, Head of School at the Princeton Charter School. In their conversation, Larry provided an in-depth overview of charter schools, contrasting them with traditional public schools. He...
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Dr. Kathie Foster, Princeton Public Schools Acting Superintendent
In episode 53 of the Princeton Podcast, our Princeton Podcast host, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed Dr. Kathie Foster, Acting Superintendent of Princeton Public Schools. In their conversation, Kathy shared her deep passion for education, highlighting her commitment to student-centered values and the...
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Rebecca Flemer, Marquand Park Foundation Co-Chairman
In episode 52 of the Princeton Podcast, our podcast host, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed Rebecca Flemer, Co-Chairman of the Marquand Park Foundation. Marquand Park is a 17-acre municipal park in Princeton known for its historical significance and diverse tree collection. Becca detailed the park's...
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Andrew Siegel, Hamilton Jewelers COO
In Episode 51 of the Princeton Podcast, our Princeton Podcast host, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed Andrew Siegel, Hamilton Jewelers fourth generation COO. Andrew described his family’s four-generation history of Hamilton Jewelers from its first store established in Trenton in 1912 to its current five...
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Episode 50 - Mark Freda & Ken Greenberg
In our 50th episode of the Princeton Podcast our producer, Ken Greenberg, acted as host to Mayor Mark Freda. Ken and Mark reflected on the past, present and future of the Princeton Podcast. They noted the variety of the remarkable Princetonians who have been guests on the Princeton Podcast during...
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Rebecca FrancoMartin, People & Stories Executive Director
In episode 49 of the Princeton Podcast, our Princeton Podcast host, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed Rebecca FrancoMartin, Executive Director of People and Stories, a non-profit organization dedicated to introducing literature to new audiences through oral readings and discussions of enduring short...
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James Demetriades, Penn Medicine Princeton Health CEO
In Episode 48 of the Princeton Podcast, our Princeton Podcast host, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed James Demetriades, Penn Medicine Princeton Health CEO. James discussed the history of the Princeton Medical Center and its move from downtown Princeton to its current location on Route 1 allowing for…
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Bart Bronk, Hun School of Princeton Head of School
In Episode 47 of the Princeton Podcast, our Princeton Podcast host, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed Bart Bronk, Head of School at Hun School of Princeton. Bart describes Hun's rich history, founded by John Gale Hunn, a former Princeton professor, with a focus on individual mentorship. Bart details the...
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Isaac Kremer ~ Experience Princeton Executive Director
In Episode 46 of the Princeton Podcast, our Princeton Podcast host, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed Isaac Kremer, the Executive Director of Experience Princeton, our Special Improvement District (SID) here in Princeton. Isaac discussed the establishment and development of the Special Improvement...
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Liliana Morenilla, Princeton Mobile Food Pantry Founder and Current Board Chairman
In Episode 45 of the Princeton Podcast, our Princeton Podcast host, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed Liliana Morenilla, the founder and current board chairman of Princeton Mobile Food Pantry. Liliana discussed how she started Princeton Mobile Food Pantry, their current activities and goals, and the...
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David Nirenberg, Director of the Institute for Advanced Study
In Episode 44 of the Princeton Podcast, our Princeton Podcast host, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed David Nirenberg, the Director of the Institute for Advanced Study, serving as a model for protecting and promoting independent inquiry and the importance of academic freedom worldwide. David Nirenberg...
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Marna Seltzer, Artistic and Executive Director at Princeton University Concerts
In Episode 43, our Princeton Podcast host, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed Marna Seltzer, the Artistic and Executive Director at Princeton University Concerts, whose mission is to educate, challenge, inspire, and unite audiences through the presentation of exceptional classical musicians. Marna...
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David Keddie, Founder of Walkable Princeton
In Episode 42 of the Princeton Podcast, our host, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed David Keddie, founder of Walkable Princeton. Founded in 2013 to raise awareness of issues relating to zoning and the built environment in Princeton, Walkable Princeton is an independent group that advocates a positive...
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Julia Wall, Head of School at Stuart Country Day School
In episode 41 of the Princeton Podcast, our host, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed Julia Wall, Head of School at Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart - a leading Preschool to Grade 12 private school in Princeton designed just for girls. In addition to discussing Stuart's mission to educate…
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J. Robert Hillier, Studio Hillier Principal
In episode 40 of the Princeton Podcast, our host, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed J. Robert Hillier, one of the leading and most highly-respected architects in the United States, known for having built one of the largest and most successful architecture firms in the world. Robert Hillier, or Bob as he...
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Adrian Colarusso, Friends of Herrontown Woods Board Member
In episode 39 of the Princeton Podcast, our host, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed Adrian Colarusso, a Board Member of the Friends of Herrontown Woods, Princeton’s first dedicated nature preserve. In addition to discussing the history of Herrontown Woods and the founding of the Friends of Herrontown...
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Mimi Omiecinski, Owner of Princeton Tour Company
In episode 38 of the Princeton Podcast host, our host, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed Mimi Omiecinski, the Owner of Princeton Tour Company, offering Princeton residents and visitors historic walking tours, bus tours, ghost hunts, team building experiences, re-enactments, and more. In addition to...
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David Fox, Arm In Arm Executive Director
In episode 37 of the Princeton Podcast, our host, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed David Fox, the Executive Director of Arm In Arm. Formerly known as The Crisis Ministry, this non-profit organization was founded in 1980 by leaders of Nassau Presbyterian Church and Trinity Church here in Princeton to…
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Sarah Rasmussen, McCarter Theatre Center Artistic Director
In Episode 36 of the Princeton Podcast, our host, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed Sarah Rasmussen, the new Artistic Director of the McCarter Theatre Center. In addition to discussing her role as the Artistic Director of McCarter Theatre, Sarah described McCarter’s Theatre Series of original…
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Jill Barry, Executive Director of Morven Museum and Garden
In Episode 35 of the Princeton Podcast, our host, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed Jill Barry, Executive Director of Morven Museum and Garden. In addition to discussing Morven’s role in the history of our nation, as well as Princeton for the past 250 years, Jill described Morven museum’s permanent...
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Jon Bucchere, Princeton Police Chief
In episode 34 of the Princeton Podcast our host, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed Jon Bucchere, Princeton Police Chief. In addition to discussing Chief Bucchere’s lifelong involvement with the Princeton community, Mark and Jon discussed the evolution of policing here in Princeton from Jon’s 24-year...
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Leighton Newlin, Princeton Councilman
In episode 33 of the Princeton Podcast, our host, Mayor Mark Freda, welcomed Leighton Newlin, Princeton Councilman. In addition to discussing Leighton’s assignments on the council’s Affordable Housing Board, Corner House Board, Historic Preservation Committee, and Princeton’s Housing Authority...
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James Steward, Director of the Princeton University Art Museum
In episode 32 of the Princeton Podcast our host, Mayor Mark Freda, sat down with James Steward, the Director of the Princeton University Art Museum. James Steward joined the Princeton University Art Museum as its director in April 2009 and since that time has expanded the Museum’s program of...
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Matthew Stiff, Princeton First Aid & Rescue Squad Chief
In episode 31 of the Princeton Podcast, our host, Mayor Mark Freda, caught up with Mathew Stiff, Chief of the Princeton First Aid & Rescue Squad. In addition to discussing Matt’s background and 15-year experience with the squad, Mark and Matt discussed the history of the Princeton First Aid &...
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David Cohen, Princeton Councilman
In episode 30 of the Princeton Podcast, our host, Mayor Mark Freda, sat down with Princeton Councilman David Cohen. In addition to discussing David’s background and his assignments on a variety council committees, Mark and David touched on the recently revised set of permit parking regulations…
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Dr. Aly Cohen, Rheumatologist, Author and Founder of The Smart Human
In Episode 29 of the Princeton Podcast, Mayor Mark Freda caught up with Dr. Aly Cohen, Integrative Rheumatologist, Author, Speaker, Community Educator, Podcaster, and founder of The Smart Human - an organization designed to inform the public about environmental health concerns and practical...
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