Up To Speed: A New Hampshire Journal Podcast

Waste management is more than just taking out the trash—it’s a critical part of New Hampshire’s future.In this episode of Up to Speed from NHJournal, host Michael Graham sits down with John Casella, CEO and chairman of Casella Waste Systems, to explore the evolving world of waste and recycling in the Granite State.From the journey of your curbside bins to the challenges of landfills and emerging contaminants like PFAS, they discuss how New Hampshire can balance growth, sustainability, and environmental responsibility. Why is recycling more profitable than disposal? What happens to your garbage after it’s picked up?Give us 24 minutes, and you’ll be “Up To Speed!”Sponsored by Legislative Solutions. 

Ask Granite Staters why they think the U.S. is on the wrong track, and a top concern (according to the latest UNH Survey Center poll) is the strength of the nation’s democracy. Confidence in the integrity of America’s democratic elections has been shaken in recent years, undermining faith in governing institutions.On this episode of “Up To Speed,” two well-known New Hampshire political leaders talk about what they’re doing to help restore that confidence and promote participation in the democratic system. Former U.S. Sen. John E. Sununu and former Ambassador Dick Swett are part of the Democracy Defense Project.They share their views on elections at the state and federal levels on this episode of “Up To Speed,” sponsored by Legislative Solutions. 

There’s more than one way to help middle-class Granite Staters become homeowners, and Steve Saltzman of the New Hampshire Community Loan Fund says his organization’s been doing it for more than 40 years.How?The New Hampshire Community Loan Fund provides people and communities with loans, coaching, and guidance that enables them to become economically secure. The result is thousands of would-be renters turned into home owners and property managers here in the Granite State.Saltzman explains how the Community Loan Fund works, its mission to expand homeownership, and how New Hampshire state government can help in this episode of “Up To Speed.”Hosted by Michael Graham, Managing Editor of NHJournal.com.Sponsored by Legislative Solutions. 

Polls show housing -- or the lack of it -- is the top public policy concern of Granite State voters.That's why NHJournal is launching its new "Up To Speed" podcast with Matt Mayberry, executive director of the New Hampshire Home Builders Association.What is the real state of New Hampshire's housing supply? What are the biggest obstacles to building new homes? What could the state do today to improve prospects for would-be home buyers in New Hampshire tomorrow?It's all here in this episode of "Up To Speed," sponsored by Legislative Solutions. Legislative Solutions knows New Hampshire politics inside and out. With years of experience and a results-driven approach, they’re the go-to team for anyone looking to make an impact at the statehouse.Hosted by NHJournal Managing Editor Michael Graham.