Episodes

  • Boston Moms and Kids Enjoy "Wicked Good Playdates" This Summer

    Boston Moms and Kids Enjoy "Wicked Good Playdates" This Summer
    Jun 28 2025
    While being a mom can be incredibly rewarding, it can also be exhausting mentally, physically, and emotionally, and sometimes you just want to connect with other mothers to get a boost. Boston Moms, a spinoff of Wicked Good Mom Media, says it's got just the thing for local moms this summer: "Wicked Good Playdates" at shopping centers around Greater Boston. Meghan Block, Owner of Wicked Good Mom Media, joins Nichole this week to discuss the importance of connection for mothers, no matter the age, and share details about the upcoming events.
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    10 mins
  • Americana in the Berkshires: The Norman Rockwell Museum Celebrates Independence

    Americana in the Berkshires: The Norman Rockwell Museum Celebrates Independence
    Jun 28 2025
    Independence Day is on the horizon, and the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge is holding a special celebration of America through the arts! "We Hold These Truths" will feature music, history, food, fun, and much more for people of all ages. Rockwell's known for his iconic paintings and drawings that highlight the experiences of mid-century America, which makes it a fitting place to celebrate our independence. Kathryn Potts, the museum's Chief Learning and Engagement Officer, joins the show this week to share the details of the upcoming event and all the campus has to offer.
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    26 mins
  • Massachusetts vs. Mother Nature: Hurricane Prep Tips from MEMA

    Massachusetts vs. Mother Nature: Hurricane Prep Tips from MEMA
    Jun 21 2025
    We're a few weeks into hurricane season. Have you gone over what's in your "go bag", or double checked your evacuation zone? Not quite sure where to begin to make sure you're prepared for whatever Mother Nature throws at us? Dawn Brantley, the Director of the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency, returns to the show to talk with Nichole about what you should focus on for your preps, and how cuts in federal funding for disaster response could impact our region.
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    16 mins
  • "Anna's Pals" Brings Sunshine, Sea Air, and Solace to Families Fighting Cancer

    "Anna's Pals" Brings Sunshine, Sea Air, and Solace to Families Fighting Cancer
    Jun 21 2025
    A cancer diagnosis can be devastating for anyone, but it's especially so when it happens to a child. Families rally to support their loved one while they navigate treatment, but it can take a toll on everyone involved. Anna's Pals, a non-profit in West Roxbury, is slowly but surely creating a special getaway for these families where they can sit back, relax, and take a breath on the Cape. Kristina Jerome, Founder of Anna's Pals, shares details about their efforts to build this beach home in her late daughter's memory.
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    13 mins
  • When the Water Won't Stop: The New Reality of Flood Insurance in New England

    When the Water Won't Stop: The New Reality of Flood Insurance in New England
    Jun 21 2025
    With all the damage we've seen from massive storms that have hit the US in recent years, including some devastating flooding right here in Massachusetts, there are a lot of questions about who, exactly, should get flood insurance. Is it worth it? Bill Martin, CEO of Plymouth Rock Home Assurance, talks with Nichole about the pros and cons, and what you should consider if you're thinking about a policy.
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    7 mins
  • Hitch-Hikers No More! How to Keep Ticks and Their Illnesses at Bay

    Hitch-Hikers No More! How to Keep Ticks and Their Illnesses at Bay
    Jun 14 2025
    Despite all the rain we've had this spring (so many Saturdays washed out!), it's still a great time to get outside and explore in the woods, in meadows, up trees - you name it. Trouble is, in all those places, you're at risk of picking up a hitch-hiker: a tick! They can share some pretty concerning illnesses, but there are ways to protect yourself. Dr. Joao Tavares, Infectious Disease Specialist at Cape Cod Healthcare in Hyannis, joins the show this week for some "tick talk".
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    8 mins
  • Title Troubles: How Scammers are Stealing Properties in New Hampshire

    Title Troubles: How Scammers are Stealing Properties in New Hampshire
    Jun 14 2025
    Scammers are always going to try and find a way to steal your hard-earned money, your personal information, your medical details - anything they can get from you. These days, that also includes your home and property, and they're doing it through "quit claim deed scams". It's happening in New Hampshire, so Senior Assistant Attorney General Brandon Garod talks with Nichole this week about how this scam works and share steps you can take to make sure your property isn't stolen from under your nose.
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    14 mins
  • From Clinics to Corners: NEW Health's Public Health Vending Machines

    From Clinics to Corners: NEW Health's Public Health Vending Machines
    Jun 14 2025
    These days, you can get pretty much anything you want out of a vending machine, but they're also playing an important role in Boston's public health efforts. North End Waterfront Health is using these machines to provide basic necessities and harm-reduction supplies to people who are unhoused, low on cash, or navigating substance use. David Perry, Director of Substance Use Disorder Services, and Nadya Zaltsman, a recovery coach at NEW Health, are on the show this week to talk about the importance of low-barrier, judgment-free options to help people in need.
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    11 mins