Round the Square

In this episode, Phil and Dan welcome Colin Gibney to the show. Colin is an advocate for research and a cure for Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) and Corticobasal Degeneration (CBD) – adult-onset neurodegenerative diseases with significant care burdens, no accurate diagnostic biomarkers, and no disease-modifying treatments or cures.For more information about the disease and to connect with others affected by it, visit www.psp.org

Phil & Dan welcome Shawn Menard to the show. Shawn is the executive director of Seacoast Eat Local, an organization with the mission to cultivate a resilient, equitable, and community-centered local food system, with an impact throughout the NH Seacoast and beyond.

Phil and Dan sit down with Bob and Dee Viera to discuss their art and their new book, Lucky Girl, which is being published by our past guests Deidre Randall from Peter Randall Publishers.

This week on the show, Phil and Dan welcome Troy Farkas to the show. Troy is the host of the popular local podcast, Seacoast Stories. Certainly no stranger to the microphone, Troy has a long family tradition in journalism and radio, along with his own professional experience producing podcasts for brands such as ESPN, and Spotify. Certain to be one of our favorite episodes of the year, you can find Seacoast Stories on Instagram and wherever you listen to podcasts.

Phil and Dan welcome Zac Little back to the show.

In this episode, Phil & Dan welcome Lori Decato and Monica Dorley to the show to discuss (among other things) their cookbook titled, "A Taste of Portsmouth," offering local recipes from many local restaurants both past and present.

In this episode, Phil and Dan welcome Amanda Giles and Dace Parker, organizing members of the coven at the Portsmouth Halloween Parade.

In this episode, Phil and Dan welcome Anna Greenslade to the show.

In this episode, Phil and Dan welcome Phil Coupe to the show. Phil is the co-founder of ReVision Energy, an employee owned company leading the energy future in New England.

Adam Wade — Replaced by Robots — joins Phil & Dan in this episode.

Phil and Dan don't get many political candidates on the show. Probably because so many politicians are complete phonies. Not Jon Kiper. He shoots straight, and he's forthright where he stands on issues. You might consider giving him your consideration.

It's that time of year when the Ghost Walk tours usher curious visitors around town learning details about Portsmouth's sordid past, and our guest, Roxie Zwicker, is your guide.

Phil & Dan are scheduling the come back tour. Anthony Riso revisits the show.

In this episode, Phil and Dan welcome Alec Liberman, owner of On Target Fitness, to the show.

He's eclectic; he's weird...He's Ben Folstein.

In this episode, Phil & Dan welcome Brendan Fitzherbert to the show. Brendan and Dan have been friends since kindergarten, growing up in Connecticut.

In this episode Phil and Dan welcome Anthony Riso to the show. Anthony is a photographer and creative collaborator, but also likes to grapple with MMA.

In this episode, Phil and Dan welcome Matty & Kim Meyers, proprietors of Blind Finch Barbershop on Bartlett St in Portsmouth.

Phil & Dan welcome Michael Berry to the show. Michael is a writer and in a previous life, collaborated with Dan and Phil to produce a short webseries called... wait for it... Round the Square (circa 2009). Anyway, happy to have Michael on the show.

Phil and Dan welcome Amy Rich Crane to the show in this episode and talk about a subject both are familiar with. Raising kids with developmental challenges is... a challenge. Amy helps to dispel some of the stigma and offers some meaningful perspective for those that care for children in these circumstances.

Phil and Dan welcome Robin Lurie-Meyerkopf to the show. Robin is the purveyor at South & Vine, an independent wine shop at the intersection of South Street /Pleasant Street / Marcy Street. She is also the facilities and walking tour manager at Portsmouth Historical Society.

Phil and Dan welcome Kevin Dwyer - owner of Dwyer's Pub and The Press Room – to the show.

Phil and Dan welcome their friend John Herman back to the show.

What's the coolest job you've ever heard of? Our guest in this episode may be a contender. Melissa Paly is the Great Bay - Piscataqua River Waterkeeper for the Conservative Law Foundation. She is responsible for advocating, informing, and inspiring people to protect and restore the rivers, bays, and coast that make the NH Seacoast such a spectacular place to live, work, and play.

In this episode, Phil and Dan welcome Connor Mullin to the show. Connor is the Recreation Supervisor at the Community Campus located on Campus Drive, right next to water country.

When we were kids, we all dreamed about our careers as an adult. We dreamed of being a doctor, a firefighter, whatever. Safe to say few of us dreamed of becoming a non-profit development coordinator. It's something one chances into, and it's often due to a passion for the work and helping the organizations that have a real impact on their communities. Such is the case for our guest, Becky Kates. Join Phil and Dan for a lively conversation with Becky and gain a deeper understanding about how you can make an impact on some of the organizations in your own community.

The Chase Home in Portsmouth, NH has been serving disadvantaged youth for nearly 150 years. Since 1877, The Chase Home’s mission has been dedicated to supporting youth and families. Leading the modern operations of the organization is Meme Wheeler, a staunch advocate for families with a background in clinical social work.

In a world increasingly divided along party lines, some see local government as the place to have the greatest impact. In this episode Phil and Dan welcome Dr. Nancy Pearson, a self proclaimed "Local Government Evangelist." Dr Nancy draws from her experience as an educator, community leader, and elected official. Her Civic Empowerment Pyramid, conceived through academic research, inspires individuals to develop 'radical curiosity' about where they live. She is on a mission to ignite the power of civic engagement by showing individuals of all ages how to influence local leaders and transform communities.

Few people are as full of music history knowledge as our friend, Bruce Pingree. Bruce shares some of his knowledge and several truly fascinating stories from his long career working on radio and promoting music through some of the most important phases of music development over the past several decades.

In this episode, Phil & Dan welcome Will Zinn, a mortgage lender, real estate investor, and a general internal combustion motorhead. We had a great conversation, definitely worth a listen.

In this episode, Phil & Dan welcome Kimo Dorley, life long Portsmouth resident... over 80 years. Kimo is full of fascinating local stories, including the time he exchanged words with President Ford as his motorcade passed down Middle Street.

In this episode, Phil & Dan welcome Hope Anderson, tourism manager for the Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth.

In this episode, Phil and Dan welcome Erika Wilson to the show.

In this episode, Phil & Dan welcome Monica Dorley and Jen Scumaci, otherwise known as Fast Girl & Skooch. Both are fixtures in the community, contribute greatly to our culture, and are just fun to be around.

Do you like making things? Maybe you like the idea of making things but you've never learned how to make things? Whatevs_ In this episode Phil and Dan welcome Mike Lianza. Mike does a lot of things, but he's mostly here talking about Port City Makerspace... but also photography and beer and...

What comes to mind when you hear the words, "Public Transit?" If you live on the NH Seacoast, you probably think of the COAST Bus. In this episode, Dan and Phil welcome Rad Nichols from COAST, joined by Vanessa Polychronis.

In this episode, Phil and Dan welcome Kerry Norton, executive director at Hope on Haven Hill, an organization that assists pregnant and new mothers in recovery. Kerry discusses how addiction impacted her own family, and how she found the inspiration and courage to begin this work when so many said it couldn't be done.

Nick Diana has been a fixture on the Seacoast for as long as Dan and Phil have been here. This is a good episode. Have a listen.

Dan welcomes Travis Billingham back to the show to talk real estate.

In this episode, Phil and Dan welcome Bob Lister to the show. Bob has contributed so much to our community... as an teacher, as a superintendent, and a city councilor and serving as Mayor. He continues to be civically engaged and we are thrilled to welcome him to the show.

Burritos. We love 'em. And so does our guest in this episode. In fact, when Joel Harris moved to the Seacoast, he was craving burritos so bad he started his own restaurant to accommodate the craving. Joel is the founder of Dos Amigos Burritos (now in Concord) and HiFi Burritos in Dover. We talk about all of that good stuff in this episode.

In this episode, we sit down with Erin Snow, founder of Seacoast Listening Lounge, to hear the story behind her mission to create a space where women can share their experiences without judgment—just to be heard. A mother of five with kids ranging from 10 to 17, Erin’s life is anything but quiet. Originally from Maine, she’s called the Seacoast home since 2007 and now lives in Stratham, NH. For over 16 years, she dedicated her career to advocacy, directing the Domestic Violence Advocacy Project at New Hampshire Legal Assistance. As the first paralegal in the state to represent clients in court under a new law, she fought for low-income victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking—helping them navigate high-risk divorce, parenting, and protective order cases. Through her work, Erin saw a profound need: women needed a space to share their stories freely, without someone trying to fix them or pass judgment. She felt that need herself. When she couldn’t find that space, she built it. That’s how Seacoast Listening Lounge was born. Join Phil and Dan as Erin shares her journey—from years of advocacy to creating a platform for women to be seen, heard, and understood.

In this episode, Phil and Dan welcome to the show Kerry Folkins, Community Engagement Director for Granite United Way.

In this episode, Phil and Dan welcome Andrew Goldstein and Ken Latchaw from Albacore Park. For those from the area, the USS Albacore is a well known landmark. What's less known is the significance of the boat in US Naval History. Tune in while we learn about the pioneering ship and how it changed submarine design immediately after World War II.

Back from our holidays break, we welcome Lexi Leddy to the show. Lexi is a local real estate broker with 10 years of experience in the industry. She's also the 2025 president of the Seacoast Board of Realtors. Fun fact, she has her pro card in professional body building.

Round the Square gets drop in by Replaced by Robots “Adam Wade, a punk purist known for his unapologetically loud and electrifying guitar work” -TJ CONNELLY

In this episode, Kate Constantine joins us. Kate is the community engagement manager at Gather, one of the oldest social service agencies in the United States, providing meals for those in need since 1816.

In this episode, Phil & Dan welcome Ashley Davis, Associate State Director of Outreach and Advocacy at AARP of NH.

In this episode, Phil & Dan welcome Monte Bohanan to the show. Monte is something of a fixture in our community. He previously worked as the face of the Music Hall, has helped lead the efforts supporting the Portsmouth Halloween Parade (arguably one of the best in the country), and now serves as the Director of Communications and Community Engagement at the City of Portsmouth.