Category Archives: Episodes

Rich Rubino -250

January 25, 2022EpisodesDan Thibeault

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Meet the walking, talking encyclopedia of politics! Rich Rubino is the go-to source for all things pertaining to civics, the U.S. politic infrastructure and of course the behind-the-scenes stories that make national and local politics so much fun. He’s written several cool books including his latest, “The Great American Political Trivia Challenge: Political Trivia on Steroids.” On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio,” now available at Amazon. Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest podcaster, appearing on over 500 podcast episodes and currently hosting 20 shows. To connect with him, visit www.chartproductions.com

Julie Scolnik -249

January 17, 2022EpisodesDan Thibeault

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Julie Scolnik is an extraordinary musician who tells an enchanting story of romance, passion, heartbreak and resilience in her beautiful memoir “Paris Blue.” The book whisks readers away to Paris, where we experience the sights, sounds, tastes and art of the City of Lights through the eyes of a young American student swept away by her first love affair. An affair with an arc that doesn’t always mean happiness. On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio,” now available at Amazon. Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest podcaster, appearing on over 500 podcast episodes and currently hosting 20 shows. To connect with him, visit www.chartproductions.com

Linda Chorney Returns -248

January 14, 2022EpisodesDan Thibeault

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We welcome back the talented and irrepressible Linda Chorney, singer, songwriter, producer, actress and two time Grammy nominee. Today, Linda tells us about her latest nomination and like her first in 2012, this one is not without its share of controversy. Join us as we talk about award show politics, fighting for what’s right and how indie musicians deserve respect. Linda is an artist who walks the walk and doesn’t ever let “The Man” push her around! On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio,” now available at Amazon. Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest podcaster, appearing on over 500 podcast episodes and currently hosting 20 shows. To connect with him, visit www.chartproductions.com

Lynn Hightower -247

January 9, 2022EpisodesDan Thibeault

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Lynn Hightower is the international best-selling author of numerous mysteries including her popular Sonora Blair and Lena Padget series. She has also penned many standalone books including her latest called “The Enlightenment Project” a supernatural thriller involving demonic possession and cutting edge science. Best selling author Lee Child calls it ,”A spooky, suspenseful masterpiece. Super recommended!” We know you’ll find the conversation today fascinating! On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio,” now available at Amazon. Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest podcaster, appearing on over 500 podcast episodes and currently hosting 20 shows. To connect with him, visit www.chartproductions.com

Gregory Hicks: Gemini Employee, Foreign Service -246

January 2, 2022EpisodesDan Thibeault

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In our premier episode of 2022, we salute the U.S.foreign service officers who do so much to insure our nation’s security. Our guest is former state department official Gregory Hicks who served on many fronts including his pivotal mission in Libya before and during the Benghazi terror attacks in 2012. He reflects on lessons learned following that terrible incident as well as his numerous career highlights working overseas. Greg is currently communications director for Gemini Industries, a private firm working closely with the defense department in bolstering U.S. national security. Be sure to check out the earlier podcast interview with Gemini Founder Victoria Bondoc. On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio,” now available at Amazon. Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest podcaster, appearing on over 500 podcast episodes and currently hosting 20 shows. To connect with him, visit www.chartproductions.com

Allan Dines -245

December 27, 2021EpisodesDan Thibeault

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Another friend joins us, this one a chronicler of our times with his great new book. Meet celebrity photographer Allan Dines, who over a thrilling 30 year career, has been in the presence of tons of famous stars. His book, “ Front Row Center: How I Met Everyone” takes readers on a fun journey behind the scenes at concerts, clubs and arenas where Allan plied his trade and took scores of iconic photos. There’s a story behind them all that he is happy to share! On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio,” now available at Amazon. Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest podcaster, appearing on over 500 podcast episodes and currently hosting 20 shows. To connect with him, visit www.chartproductions.com

Movie Man Leonard Maltin -244

December 23, 2021EpisodesDan Thibeault

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Talk about a guest who needs no introduction! Leonard Maltin is famous for so many things—his huge annual movie guides, abundant knowledge and cataloguing of all things Disney, character actors and legendary filmmakers, and critiques of thousands of movies. Now we get to read about his lifelong love affair with movies and the stars in his new memoir, “Star Struck.” Fans of film history and lore will enjoy hearing from this multifaceted chronicler of entertainment! On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio,” now available at Amazon. Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest podcaster, appearing on over 400 podcast episodes and currently hosting 16 shows. To connect with him, visit www.chartproductions.com

James Murphy -243

December 19, 2021EpisodesDan Thibeault

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Meet James Murphy, an educator and writing coach who has garnered rave reviews and an international fan base with his frightening “Terror Trilogy” of novels. The series is set in Northern Ireland where James makes his home. It’s the backdrop for a terrific series of thrillers in which an unlikely group of newly minted detectives race to catch a wily killer. We share thoughts on true crime along with the joys of reading and writing crafty mystery stories. On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio,” now available at Amazon. Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest podcaster, appearing on over 400 podcast episodes and currently hosting 16 shows. To connect with him, visit www.chartproductions.com

Mike Papantonio -242

December 12, 2021EpisodesDan Thibeault

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Meet Attorney and Novelist Mike Papantonio, senior partner at Levin Papantonio, one of the nation’s largest and most celebrated plaintiffs’ law firms. In court, Mike has taken on Big Pharma, the auto industry, tobacco, weapons manufacturers and more. His exciting new novel “Inhuman Traffic: A Legal Thriller,” tackles the international scourge of human trafficking for sex work and slave labor. It’s a super charged story based on actual experiences, impossible to put down!

On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio,” now available at Amazon. Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest podcaster, appearing on over 400 podcast episodes and currently hosting 16 shows. To connect with him, visit www.chartproductions.com

Ancient Caves -241

December 6, 2021EpisodesDan Thibeault

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A brand new IMAX film invites you to explore the world’s most remote and beautiful caves. “Ancient Caves” is a breathtaking documentary film featuring paleoclimatologist Dr. Gina Moseley on a mission to unlock the secrets of the Earth’s climate in the most unlikely of places: caves. Joining us on the podcast to talk about the film is undersea photographer Jonathan Bird and writer/producer Art Cohen.