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Ridgewood Talks
by Ridgewood Talks
Welcome to the Ridgewood Talks Podcast, serving as a voice of the village since 2017. Through this podcast we’ll introduce you to the leaders and legends in our village. We'll keep you updated on fascinating local events, we’ll dig into the towns hot topics, and more. The show is hosted by the amazing Jeanne Johnson - founder of Ridgewood Talks and Ridgewood Walks. Our goal is to create a kinder, more connected and vibrant community. The show is co-hosted by lifelong Ridgewood resident, Jordan Kaufman, and features a growing number of guest hosts to add new perspectives. We look forward to hearing your thoughts on WHO and WHAT you'd like to learn about in our beautiful hometown. Please comment on who you would like us to interview and what topics we should cover next. As always... be kind, do good… and we hope you enjoy these episodes! The show is produced by and recorded at Ignite Creator Studios, a video podcast and content strategy studio in Ridgewood, New Jersey
Episodes
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Ridgewood Village Manager Keith Kazmark on Staffing, Taxes, Housing, Water, Parking and more – Part 2
Jeanne Johnson welcomes Village Manager Keith Kazmark back to Ridgewood Talks to discuss major village updates, including a number of new hires for the village in public works, IT, cybersecurity, building and permits to improve backlogs and improve service for residents and businesses. Kazmark...
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Inside the New Ridgewood Business Alliance & Special Improvement District
Host Jeanne Johnson interviews Steve Grillo (Executive Director) and Corinne Mahoney (Director of Marketing) of the new Ridgewood Business Alliance about how Ridgewood’s Special Improvement District works and what it will do for our local businesses and residents. They explain that the district…
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Ridgewood Updates with Village Manager Keith Kazmark: Police, Roads, Grants & Schedler Park
Jeanne Johnson welcomes back Ridgewood Village Manager Keith Kazmark to discuss current village updates, including summer sidewalk and curb-cut work before school, new bump-in parking by Citizens Park/GW School on South Monroe Street, and the NJDOT-funded South Pleasant Avenue resurfacing and…
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Meet the Artist: Eric Santoli’s Journey from Ridgewood to Monet's Garden
Meet the Artist: Eric Santoli’s Journey from Ridgewood to Monet's Garden Welcome to Ridgewood Talks! In this episode, Jeanne Johnson sits down with the talented artist Eric Santoli, a Ridgewood High School graduate who found his passion for painting and has taken it to incredible heights. Eric...
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Ridgewood Talks: Fascinating Insights from Rob Wolcott on Innovation, Community, and AI
Join host Jordan Kaufman as he welcomes special guest Robert Wolcott to Ridgewood Talks. Rob, the co-founder and chair of the World Innovation Network, known as TWIN Global… and a professor at Kellogg and Booth Schools of Business, discusses his family's move to Ridgewood, NJ, during the pandemic...
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Ridgewood Talks: Celebrating Our Community with Jenny Coates
Ridgewood Talks: Celebrating Our Community with Jenny Coates In this episode of Ridgewood Talks, host Jeanne Johnson sits down with Jenny Coates. Jenny shares her dedication to building a stronger Ridgewood community through her volunteer work with Ridgewood Newcomers, the Ridgewood Library...
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Ridgewood Talks with Historian and Antiques Expert Anthony Cavo to Explore Local History and More
In this episode of Ridgewood Talks, Jeanne Johnson, founder and host of the podcast, interviews Anthony Cavo, a Ridgewood High School graduate, physician, author, antiques expert, and member of the Ridgewood Historical Society. Anthony shares his fascinating journey from Brooklyn to Ridgewood…
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Exploring Ridgewood Parks & Recreation with Nancy Bigos and Keith Kazmark
Exploring Ridgewood Parks & Recreation with Nancy Bigos and Keith Kazmark In this episode of Ridgewood Talks, hosts Jeanne Johnson dives into everything you always wanted to know about our amazing parks, with special guests Village Manager Keith Kazmark and Nancy Bigos, the Ridgewood Director of...
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Business Spotlight on Real Estate: An In-Depth Conversation with Vivienne Muldoon on Ridgewood Talks
Business Spotlight on Real Estate: An In-Depth Conversation with Vivienne Muldoon on Ridgewood Talks In this episode of Ridgewood Talks and Ridgewood Living Magazine Present, The Business Spotlight. Host Jeanne Johnson sits down with Vivienne Muldoon, a top real estate agent and community…
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Empowering a Green Future with Ridgewood High School Teacher Mr. Miles Luo on Ridgewood Talks
Empowering a Green Future with Ridgewood High School Teacher Mr. Miles Luo on Ridgewood Talks Welcome to Ridgewood Talks! In this episode, host Jeanne Johnson introduces Mr. Miles Luo, a dedicated educator at Ridgewood High School who teaches environmental science and biology. Miles discusses his...
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The Business Spotlight: Blue Nail Exteriors with John & Nina Hogan on Ridgewood Talks and Ridgewood Living Magazine
The Business Spotlight: Blue Nail Exteriors with John & Nina Hogan on Ridgewood Talks and Ridgewood Living Magazine Ridgewood Talks and Ridgewood Living Magazine present “The Business Spotlight”. Co-host Jordan Kaufman talks to Blue Nail Exteriors CEO John Hogan and CFO Nina Hogan. Learn about…
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Ridgewood Water: Let’s Talk about Quality, Infrastructure, and Future Plans on Ridgewood Talks
Ridgewood Water: Let’s Talk about Quality, Infrastructure, and Future Plans on Ridgewood Talks Welcome to Ridgewood Talks! In this episode, host Jeanne Johnson explores the great big world of Ridgewood Water. As much as you think you know… you will learn more about the size and scope of Ridgewood...
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Ridgewood Talks: Business Spotlight on Sophisticated Hearing with Dr. Ann Marie Olson
Ridgewood Talks: Business Spotlight on Sophisticated Hearing with Dr. Ann Marie Olson Ridgewood Talks and Ridgewood Living Magazine Present the Business Spotlight, Featuring Sophisticated Hearing. Join Jeanne Johnson, founder and co-host of Ridgewood Talks, as she sits down with Dr. Ann Marie...
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Resilience, Community & Legacy: Ridgewood Life-Coach Jim Stroker’s Inspiring Journey
Resilience, Community & Legacy: Ridgewood Life-Coach Jim Stroker’s Inspiring Journey Join us on Ridgewood Talks as we dive into the life and legacy of the legendary Life-Coach and Leadership Trainer, Jim Stroker. Hosted by Ridgewood Talks founder Jeanne Johnson and guest-host Rosie McCooe, this...
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Navigating Student Success and Community Leadership with Ridgewood's Cara Murray | Ridgewood Talks
Navigating Education Support, Student Success and Community Leadership with Ridgewood's Cara Murray | Ridgewood Talks In this episode of Ridgewood Talks, co-host Jordan Kaufman introduces Cara Murray, a Ridgewood resident, volunteer, and business owner. They delve into Cara's extensive…
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Ridgewood Talks: Business Spotlight on West Bergen Mental Healthcare with CEO Michael Tozzoli
Ridgewood Talks and Ridgewood Living Magazine present the “Business Spotlight” on West Bergen Mental Healthcare. Host Jeanne Johnson sits down with Michael Tozzoli, CEO of West Bergen Mental Healthcare, to explore the critical issues surrounding mental health support in the Ridgewood community....
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Ridgewood Talks on Ridgewood Public Schools Incredible Arts Education with Chris McCullough
Ridgewood Talks on Ridgewood Public Schools Incredible Arts Education with Chris McCullough In this episode of Ridgewood Talks, host Jeanne Johnson sits down with Chris McCullough, the district Supervisor of Visual and Performing Arts for Ridgewood Public Schools. Chris, a Ridgewood High School...
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Spotlight on Ridgewood Education Foundation: Our Leaders & Legends Paul McCarthy and Kathy Marshall
Welcome to this episode of Ridgewood Talks! Join Jeanne Johnson, founder of Ridgewood Talks and Ridgewood Walks, as she hosts a fascinating discussion with Paul McCarthy, President, and Kathy Marshall, Vice President of the Ridgewood Education Foundation. Learn about their mission to support...
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Ridgewood Talks Meets Our Village Manager and the Ridgewood Police and Fire Chiefs
Ridgewood Talks Meets Our Village Manager and the Ridgewood Police and Fire Chiefs Welcome to Ridgewood Talks, hosted by Jeanne Johnson and Jordan Kaufman. In this episode, Village Manager Keith Kazmark guests on the show to help introduce Police Chief Forest “Cenzo” Lyons, and Ridgewood Fire…
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Ridgewood Talks: Supporting Bergen County Families in Need with Bergen Family Promise & Bergen CASA
Ridgewood Talks: Supporting Bergen County Families in Need with Bergen Family Promise and Bergen CASA In this episode of Ridgewood Talks, hosts Jeanne Johnson and Rosie McCooe engage in enlightening conversations with leaders from two impactful Bergen County organizations. First, Jeanne…
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Ridgewood High School Alumni Association President and GroupSpot CEO, Mark Kossick on Ridgewood Talks
Join Jeanne Johnson and Jordan Kaufman on Ridgewood Talks as they dive into the remarkable story of Mark Kossick, President of the Ridgewood High School Alumni Association, and Co-Founder / CEO of GroupSpot. Discover how Ridgewood's community came together during a family challenge, and learn…
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Exploring Bestseller 'The Stolen Queen' with Author Fiona Davis | Ridgewood Talks Podcast
Welcome to Ridgewood Talks! In this episode, guest host Rosie McCooe interviews New York Times bestselling author Fiona Davis about her latest book, 'The Stolen Queen.' Joined by her publicist Kathleen Carter, Davis dives into the intricacies of her historical novels centered around iconic New…
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Unlocking Intimacy & Stronger Relationships with Dr. Melissa Donahue | Ridgewood Talks | Educational
In this educational episode of Ridgewood Talks, host Jeanne Johnson and guest-host Rosie McCooe welcome Dr. Melissa Donahue, a licensed relationship and sex therapist, for an open and insightful conversation about intimacy, communication, and building stronger connections in relationships. Dr....
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Ridgewood’s “This Old House” Renovation: Behind the Scenes with Ridgewood Talks!
Join Ridgewood Talks host Jeanne Johnson as she dives into the incredible renovation of a historic Ridgewood home that caught the attention of This Old House! Homeowners Kay Bhothinard and Peter Field share their experience of transforming their 1930s Colonial Revival, while Zack and Camille...
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Family Law Insights with Attorney Louis Gerber on Ridgewood Talks
In this episode of Ridgewood Talks, co-host Jordan Kaufman sits down with long time friend Louis Gerber, a seasoned family attorney at DAME Legal. They discuss essential family law topics for families in Ridgewood. Louis shares insights on navigating legal challenges, protecting your assets, and...
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Ridgewood updates and a conversation with Village Manager Keith Kazmark on Ridgewood Talks
🚨 Ridgewood Updates: Veterans Field, Town Garage, Water Quality and more with Keith Kazmark on Ridgewood Talks! Join Jeanne Johnson on this episode of Ridgewood Talks as she sits down with Ridgewood Village Manager, Keith Kazmark to discuss major developments in our town! 🏡 🔹Veterans Field...
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Megan Murphy | Ridgewood Talks & Ridgewood Living Business Spotlight! Real Estate, Community & More!
Welcome to the Ridgewood Talks and Ridgewood Living Magazine Business Spotlight! Megan Murphy is Transforming Ridgewood Real Estate, Community & More! Today, we welcome back Megan Murphy, a powerhouse in real estate and community service! Megan, an agent with Keller Williams Village Square…
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Inside Ridgewood Living Magazine with Martha Fickinger | Ridgewood Talks
Inside Ridgewood Living with Martha Fickinger | Ridgewood Talks Join host Jeanne Johnson on Ridgewood Talks as she sits down with Martha Fickinger from Ridgewood Living magazine. Discover how this hyper-local publication connects the community, supports local businesses, and keeps residents...
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Ridgewood Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Mark Schwarz Joins Ridgewood Talks
Ridgewood Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Mark Schwarz Joins Ridgewood Talks In this episode, Ridgewood Talks Host Jeanne Johnson is joined by Ridgewood Schools Superintendent Dr. Mark Schwarz. Dr. Schwarz talks about a number of great updates on our schools; including the upcoming RPS budget...
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A Conversation with Village Manager Keith Kazmark
A Conversation with Village Manager Keith Kazmark In this episode, Ridgewood Talks Co-Host Jordan Kaufman sits down with Village Manager Keith Kazmark for a great conversation about many of the most important topics impacting the Village of Ridgewood. Jordan and Keith cover many items, including...
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Ridgewood Talks Presents Jamboree 2025 and Dads Night 81
In this episode, Ridgewood Talks Guest Host Rosie McCooe (in for Jeanne Johnson) sits down with two incredible institutions of Ridgewood, New Jersey, Jamboree and Dads Night. Part one of this episode features Jamboree 2025, Viva Las Vegas with guests Tom Devita, Ann Wheaton and Dana Feeney....
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Mary Lou Handy Ridgewood Public Schools Board of Education Candidate
In this episode of Ridgewood Talks, we sit down with Mary Lou Handy, candidate for the Ridgewood Public Schools Board of Education. With a background in education and a strong passion for community involvement, Mary Lou shares her vision for Ridgewood schools, her stance on key issues affecting…
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Sheila Brogan Ridgewood Public Schools Board of Education Candidate
In this episode of Ridgewood Talks, we sit down with Sheila Brogan, a candidate for the Ridgewood Public Schools Board of Education. Sheila shares her vision for Ridgewood schools, focusing on key issues facing the district, her experiences, and her commitment to fostering a supportive…
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Muhammed Mahmoud Ridgwood Public Schools Board of Education Candidate
Ridgewood Talks sits down with Muhammed Mahmoud, a candidate for Ridgewood Public Schools Board of Education, to discuss his vision for education, student well-being, and community engagement in Ridgewood. Muhammed shares insights into his background, his priorities as a board member, and the...
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Paul Vagianos Village of Ridgewood Council Candidate
MEET THE CANDIDATES Four candidates are competing for three seats on the Village of Ridgewood Council. Tune in to our podcast episodes and learn more about them. You can also view the League of Women Voters Candidate Forum and explore Vote411.org for additional information. In this episode, we…
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Pamela Perron Village of Ridgewood Council Candidate
MEET THE CANDIDATES Four candidates are competing for three seats on the Village of Ridgewood Council. Tune in to our podcast episodes and learn more about them. You can also view the League of Women Voters Candidate Forum and explore Vote411.org for additional information. In this episode, we…
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Frank Mortimer Village of Ridgewood Council Candidate
MEET THE CANDIDATES Four candidates are competing for three seats on the Village of Ridgewood Council. Tune in to our podcast episodes and learn more about them. You can also view the League of Women Voters Candidate Forum and explore Vote411.org for additional information. In this episode, we…
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Ridgewood League of Women Voters
In this episode, we sit with the inspiration and powerhouse behind Ridgewood's League of Women Voters. Co-presidents Anne Burton Walsh and Ann Melone are two of the driving forces behind this nonpartisan organization. The LWV empowers local voters, promotes civic engagement, and advocates for…
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Meet Our Leaders
Meet Our Leaders - Village Manager Keith Kazmark, Police Chief Forest Lyons, and Superintendent Mark Schwartz share their thoughts about their first year on the job. Learn about their efforts to strengthen community relationships through increased communication. Find out how Ridgewood Public...
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Tracy Zur Bergen County Commisioner
Tracy Zur, Bergen County Commissioner, discusses the growing issue of food insecurity in Ridgewood and sheds light on how it has escalated in recent years. She shares her ideas for tackling the county's broader challenges, such as affordable housing and mental health services, and highlights the...
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Be Brain Bright With Alina Swanson
Are you hoping to find a stimulating summer program for your child? Look no further than Be Brain Bright! It offers fun, hands-on workshops in engineering, entrepreneurship, neuroscience, teen empowerment, and leadership that stretch kids' thinking. Be Brain Bright has programs for children of…
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Ridgewood Guild - International Film Festival
The 13th Annual Ridgewood Guild Film Festival is in full swing! Listen in and learn about the exciting upcoming events! Get ready to dress up for a Zombie Wedding – a film written and produced by local resident Greg Del Alessandro. Find out more about Harlan Coben, the New York Times best-selling...
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WHATS YOUR STORY
Let yourself be entertained by the dynamic duo Rory Kelsch and Kathleen McKitty Harris. They've created something we all crave – entertaining and enlightening evenings focused on fun, community, and connection. Their What's Your Story? events are intimate, casual, moving, and absurdly funny, with…
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Dr. Karen Latimer
Dr. Karen Latimer is a wellness and parenting coach, family physician, writer, wife, and mother of five. Listen in to learn how this busy entrepreneur stays organized. Here’s a hint: She uses her list’m app, and you can too! Karen is a health & parenting advocate who helps people reach their…
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The Ridgewood Arts Foundation
The Ridgewood Arts Foundation is a marvelous organization that celebrates the arts in and around Ridgewood. They host a variety of events to help fund grants and scholarships to benefit deserving artists and organizations. Their signature event and most significant fundraiser of the year is the...
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College Club Of Northern NJ Author Luncheon 2024
College Club of Northern NJ is hosting famed New Jersey author Joyce Carol Oats on Monday, March 11, 2024. Tune in to find out more about this incredible event and learn more about College Club from their marketing manager, Martha Fickenger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
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What's New At The Ridgewood YMCA With Ramon Hache
The Ridgewood YMCA is under new leadership, and lots of exciting initiatives are underway. Executive Director Ramon Hache talked to us about what’s happening and shared information about the terrific programming available for all ages. Pickleball, Men’s Basketball, Women’s Wellness, Parent’s…
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Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce President, Glenn Carlough
What’s new at the Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce? We chatted with their newly elected president, Glenn Carlough – proprietor of Steel Wheel Tavern and proud Ridgewood High School soccer coach. Tune in to find out what the Chamber has in store for our downtown and learn more about the spectacular...
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Bye-Bye BowTie Cinema
Mayor Paul Vagianos and Deputy Mayor Pamela Perron share information about the closing of our beloved movie theater. What’s next, and who is in charge? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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RHS Jamboree - Smooth Sailing 2014
The greatest show in the village is happening on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, February 8, 9, 10. We spoke with producers Andrea Leonarz and Karen Fritz, and cast member David Langan. They helped us understand what all the fuss and fun is about and why everyone in town should support this...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to the Ridgewood Talks Podcast, serving as a voice of the village since 2017. Through this podcast we’ll introduce you to the leaders and legends in our village. We'll keep you updated on fascinating local events, we’ll dig into the towns hot topics, and more. The show is hosted by the amazing Jeanne Johnson - founder of Ridgewood Talks and Ridgewood Walks. Our goal is to create a kinder, more connected and vibrant community. The show is co-hosted by lifelong Ridgewood resident, Jordan Kaufman, and features a growing number of guest hosts to add new perspectives. We look forward to hearing your thoughts on WHO and WHAT you'd like to learn about in our beautiful hometown. Please comment on who you would like us to interview and what topics we should cover next. As always... be kind, do good… and we hope you enjoy these episodes!
The show is produced by and recorded at Ignite Creator Studios, a video podcast and content strategy studio in Ridgewood, New Jersey
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