Monthly Archives: September 2019

Jim Redfearn -112

September 23, 2019UncategorizedDan Thibeault

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Jim Redfearn is a well-respected retired Massachusetts State Trooper and a man of many skills. Following his 21-year career on the force as a patrol officer and investigator, he served as an academy instructor. Jim worked as a private investigator for one of Boston’s top law firms. He’s also been an industrial commercial photographer for Edgerton, Germeshausen & Grier, a company specializing in nuclear testing, marine studies and high speed photography. Today his passion is writing and on the podcast we’ll look at two of his thrilling police novels, each based on historical events, “The Rising at Roxbury Crossing,” about the 1919 Boston police strike and “An Appointed Time,” a story about the largest manhunt in Massachusetts state history.

Learn more about your host Jordan Rich at chartproductions.com

Garrison Keillor -111

September 17, 2019UncategorizedDan Thibeault

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He’s one of America’s great storytellers. Meet radio talent, writer, producer, musician and humorist Garrison Keillor. Garrison talks with us about the origination of the beloved Prairie Home Companion radio show along with his work as a prolific writer of best-selling novels and non-fiction books and essays. He is currently on the road with live “Lake Wobegon” shows, playing to sold out audiences around the country. Learn more about your host Jordan Rich at chartproductions.com.

Yannetty & The 7 Fingers -110

September 11, 2019UncategorizedDan Thibeault

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In this two-part episode, meet a very funny guy stand-up comic, actor and voice-over artist Joe Yannetty. He’s worked all over the world and is a master craftsman when it comes to comedy. Joe also faced the life threatening challenge of cancer and beat it. Hear how his perspective on life, love and comedy have evolved.

Then, we have entertainers who use their bodies to create theatrical shows thrilling audiences all over the world. Brin and Sabine are with the international troupe “The 7 Fingers,” set to open at the Cutler Majestic Theatre in Boston this September. They’re known for their acrobatic precision and athleticism. Meet these young artists who wow spectators with incredible feats of strength and dexterity.

Learn more about your host Jordan Rich at chartproductions.com.

Michael Strasner & Rob Hochschild -109

September 5, 2019EpisodesDan Thibeault

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In this bonus two-part On Mic podcast, meet two outstanding people, each a leader in his field.

In part one, nationally recognized leadership coach Michael Strasner talks about his mission to develop business and community leaders who create the
maximum possibilities and opportunities for themselves and the world around them. He’s authored several books including “Living on the Skinny Branches,” and “Mastering Leadership” and has mentored scores of CEO’s, Fortune 500 executives, actors, athletes and artists. In today’s episode Michael will talk about his newest venture, the opening of the Boston Breakthrough Academy, offering cutting edge leadership training.

In part two, we welcome Rob Hochschild, a professor at the Berklee School of Music and host/producer of the “The Media Narrative” podcast. On his podcast Rob introduces many different kinds of media makers—-authors, journalists, producers, broadcasters and others. They talk about their ideas and stories, how they work, and their approaches to making and consuming media. Rob is a first class interviewer and it was an honor for me to appear on his show!

Learn more about your host Jordan Rich at chartproductions.com.

Cha-Chi Loprete -108

September 3, 2019EpisodesDan Thibeault

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Meet one of the most connected guys in radio and beyond. And one of the nicest. Cha-Chi Loprete has done it all — promotions, marketing, music, interviews, live stage shows – and he’s still at it, hosting his long running “Breakfast with the Beatles” show on terrestrial radio and the Internet. He’s a big part of classic rock radio history in Boston having worked at both WBCN and WZLX for decades. And his circle of friends extends across all show business stages. And then there’s the name. We’ll get to what’s up with that, don’t worry. Here’s to one of my favorite fellow radio guys with awesome stories to share!

Learn more about your host Jordan Rich at chartproductions.com.