Parhaat Rhode Island Podcastit (2025)

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BONUS: Conversation with Dr. Erik Chaput | The Dorr Rebellion 45:05

1d ago45:05

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In this conversation with Dr. Erik Chaput we discussed the life of Thomas Wilson Dorr and the 1842 political upheaval he eventually led. To learn more about Thomas Wilson Dorr, I highly recommend checking out the resources below: The People's Martyr: Thomas Wilson Dorr and His 1842 Rhode Island Rebellion by Dr. Erik Chaput The Selected Writings of …

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Small State, Big Welcome 18:23

3d ago18:23

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Small state. Big welcome. The world’s biggest sporting event is coming to New England — and Rhode Island is ready to take the field. In the debut episode of Rhode Island Summer of Soccer, host Joe Kayata sits down with General Treasurer and Ocean State 2026 Chair James Diossa and Executive Director Liz Tanner to discuss how the Ocean State is prepa…

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R.I. state coral is key to addressing climate change 18:53

4d ago18:53

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Rhode Island is the only state with its own official coral. Astrangia poculata, also known as Northern Star Coral, isn't like those colorful reefs down in the tropics, but it might play an important role in protecting its more vibrant cousins. To find out more, host Edward Fitzpatrick met with Roger Williams University Professor Koty Sharp, a champ…

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John Palfrey on the work of the MacArthur Foundation 20:54

4d ago20:54

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Occasionally, the Rhode Island Foundation connects with thought leaders who are doing interesting work that might inform our efforts. We had our latest conversation with John Palfrey, the President of the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation. Host David Cicilline interviewed him in front of a live audience last week. This is an edited vers…

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36 - Vanessa Lillie, Author of THE BONE THIEF 37:24

13d ago37:24

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Host Lauren chats with bestselling author Vanessa Lillie to discuss her latest book, The Bone Thief. They talk about the book, repatriating historic Indigenous artifacts, Vanessa's writing process, and the importance of self-care when writing about traumatic events. In the Last Chapter they discuss the seasonally appropriate topic: If you could hav…

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Episode 304: Joy 58:46

27d ago58:46

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Sunday Morning, October 19, 2025, Series: Living the Life, Galatians 5:22, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

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Senator Jack Reed on the politicization of the military 17:33

11d ago17:33

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The military is supposed to be apolitical, but critics say it’s getting pulled into the Trump administration’s political agenda. Senator Jack Reed, the ranking Democrat and former chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, joins host Edward Fitzpatrick to weigh in on what’s happening. Tips and ideas? Email us at [email protected] See Privacy P…

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BONUS: Conversation with John Landry | Rhode Island's Economic History 1:41:40

15d ago1:41:40

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This is a discussion with historian John Landry about Rhode Island’s economic history and why the state is so unique. www.storyofrhodeisland.com *For an ideal viewing experience, I recommend watching this episode on The Story of Rhode Island YouTube channel.Kirjoittanut Kevin Padula

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Amanda Milkovits on her night at the Conjuring House 13:58

18d ago13:58

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Halloween is upon us, so we thought it’d be a good time to check in on Rhode Island’s most famous haunted location — the Conjuring House. Globe Rhode Island’s Amanda Milkovits spent the night there with her sister. She joins host Edward Fitzpatrick to tell the story of what happened. Tips and ideas? Email us at [email protected]. See Privacy Policy …

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Melissa Cherney on responding to the SNAP crisis 10:15

18d ago10:15

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More than 140,000 Rhode Islanders rely on supplemental nutrition assistance, known as SNAP, from the federal government to buy their food. But, because of the government shutdown, they won't be getting those SNAP benefits in November. We can't let our neighbors go hungry. So, the Rhode Island Foundation is awarding one million dollars in emergency …

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The program helping RI schools throw away less food 21:09

25d ago21:09

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Rhode Island schools throw away nearly 2,500 tons of food into the landfill every year. And nearly 400 tons of that food is perfectly edible. That's a problem for a lot of reasons. The landfill is running out of space. Rotting food creates methane gas, and that food isn't going to families that struggle to buy groceries. But the RI Schools Recyclin…

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The cost of coal vs. cheaper renewable energy 16:09

25d ago16:09

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Coal once powered our country. Now, despite claims by the Trump administration, it’s the dirtiest, most expensive form of energy, according to Bob Wyss, a former Providence Journal reporter. Wyss tracks the history of coal in a new book called “Black Gold: The Rise, Reign, and Fall of American Coal.” He joins host Edward Fitzpatrick to talk more ab…

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35 - F*cked Up Fairy Tales the Book! With Liz and Jade Gotauco 50:27

27d ago50:27

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Host Dave is joined by Liz and Jade Gotauco to learn about F*cked Up Fairy Tales, Liz's debut book based on her wildly popular TikTok series by the same name and illustrated by Jade. They also get into their respective efforts using their art to shine a light on neglected stories, Jade's work as a scrimshander, and gentle television competition sho…

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NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley on addressing RI's housing shortage 18:59

1M ago18:59

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Affordable housing is one of Rhode Island's most pressing issues. According to a recent poll, more than 90 percent of Rhode Islanders say housing costs are a problem, and the state is the 18th most expensive place to rent in the country. Joe Garlick and Meghan Rego are trying to change this. They're with NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley, a gro…

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Rhode Islanders responding to ICE 17:26

1M ago17:26

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As ICE raids and deportations increase across the country, some Rhode Islanders are pushing back. Maya Lehrer is an organizer with the Rhode Island Deportation Defense Network. She says, "A lot of the time, just us being there and letting our neighbors know ICE is here is enough that they leave." Lehrer joins host Edward Fitzpatrick to talk more ab…

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Episode 303: Learning to Love 58:49

1M ago58:49

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Sunday Morning, October 12, 2025, Series: Living the Life, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

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Is it legal to send troops into US cities? 16:38

1M ago16:38

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President Trump recently said he’d like to use US cities as “training grounds” for the military. And he’s trying to send the National Guard into places like Portland, Oregon, and Chicago. Is that legal? Roger Williams University School of Law professors Peter Margulies and Jared Goldstein join host Edward Fitzpatrick to help unpack that question. T…

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Amy Nunn on supporting the LGBTQ+ community despite federal budget cuts 17:12

1M ago17:12

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This has been a rocky year for members of the LGBTQ+ community and organizations that serve them. Earlier this year, Opendoor Health, the state's only LGBTQ+ Health Clinic, lost about a million dollars in Federal Funding. But they're continuing to move forward with their mission. David Cicilline talks to Open Door's Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Amy…

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34 - Coalition Building for Legislative Change 52:36

1M ago52:36

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Host Meg Hamlin-Black talks to Nicole Dyszlewski, Professor & Assistant Dean for Curricular Innovation at Roger Williams University School of Law, about building a broad coalition to advocate for legislative change, working to pass the Freedom to Read Act in the 2025 Rhode Island General Assembly session. They also get into graphic novels as access…

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Episode 302: Living the Life 58:43

1M ago58:43

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BONUS: Democracy Unraveled | 19 Century Rhode Island 10:53

1M ago10:53

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On the eve of the American Revolution, Rhode Island was the most democratic colony in the entire British Empire, but by the early 19th century, it had become the least democratic state in America. In this episode of The Story of Rhode Island I'll tell you about how democracy came unraveled in 19th century Rhode Island. www.storyofrhodeisland.com *F…

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How to use AI for good 22:11

2M ago22:11

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Virtual assistants. Chat GPT. Facial recognition. Artificial intelligence is all around us. And it's creating a lot of anxiety- will it replace our jobs? Make it easier for students to cheat? Use up all of our energy? But Sam Azar, the founder of Ascend Impact Advisors, says there are opportunities to use AI that are thoughtful and ethical. He talk…

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Episode 301: Giving by Grace 58:29

2M ago58:29

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Sunday Morning, September 28, 2025, Series: Biblical Stewardship, 2 Corinthians 8:1-9:15, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

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Setting the record straight on Tylenol, vaccines, and autism 17:33

2M ago17:33

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Who can get a COVID vaccine? What’s going on with Tylenol? Can we trust the CDC? There’s a lot of confusion right now in the world of public health. Roger Williams University Public Health professor Jacqueline Cottle and Dr. Amy Nunn, the chief executive officer of the Rhode Island Public Health Institute and Open Door Health, join host Edward Fitz…

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Meet our scholarship students 11:22

2M ago11:22

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Every year, the Rhode Island Foundation awards scholarships to hundreds of students, ranging from middle schoolers to people in graduate school. In 2025, we were able to give more than 4 million dollars to make their academic dreams a reality. We wanted to celebrate all of the recipients, so we brought them together for a celebration. Take a listen…

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UPDATE - Big Change Coming October 5th 1:47

2M ago1:47

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On October 5th, The Story of Rhode Island Podcast will become The Story of Rhode Island YouTube Channel. With this change, I’ll be able to add visuals like photographs, maps, and animations to the stories I tell, bringing Rhode Island history to life like never before. Be sure to subscribe now so that you don’t miss these wonderful stories about Rh…

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33 - Hispanic Heritage Month with RI Latino Arts 33:05

2M ago33:05

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Host Dave talks to Marta Martinez, Executive Director of RI Latino Arts, and Maria Cotto, bilingual children's librarian at Pawtucket Public Library, about Hispanic Heritage Month and the Rhode Island Latino Books Award. They also talk about their love of documentaries and how it feels to find a mirror to your own experiences in books. In the Last …

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Episode 300: Biblical Reasons to Tithe 58:22

2M ago58:22

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Sunday Morning, September 21, 2025, Series: Biblical Stewardship, Malachi 3:8-12, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

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Will Attorney General Neronha run for Governor? 22:32

2M ago22:32

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Attorney General Peter Neronha has been busy these days, between filing a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration's decision to halt the Revolution Wind project to criticizing the latest health insurance rates. He also placed 2nd in a recent poll for the ic primary for governor. And he hasn’t even decided to run…. yet. He joins host Ed Fitzpat…

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Kathy Cloutier of Dorcas International on always having a backup plan 23:04

2M ago23:04

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It's a frightening time to be an immigrant or a refugee in the United States. Kathy Cloutier stands in the middle of this chaos. When we spoke, she was the executive director of Dorcas International, providing support and services for newcomers to this country. Now, she's the executive director of the Refugee Women's Alliance in Seattle, Washington…

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What’s happening with offshore wind in Rhode Island? 19:23

2M ago19:23

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What does the Trump administration’s decision to halt construction for the Revolution Wind farm mean for Rhode Islanders? Roger Williams University engineering Professor Maija Benitz joins host Edward Fitzpatrick to offer some perspective on this controversial decision. Tips and ideas? Email us at [email protected]. See Privacy Policy at https://art…

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Episode 299: Compassion Demonstrated by Esther 44:07

2M ago44:07

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Sunday Morning, September 14, 2025, Missions Conference, Series: Queen Esther: The Woman of the Hour, Esther 8:3-6, Dr. Dave Snyder

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Episode 298: A Life of Worship 53:01

2M ago53:01

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Saturday Evening, September 13, 2025, Missions Conference, 2 Timothy 4:6-7, Pastor Matt Goins

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Episode 297: Courage Displayed by Esther 44:59

2M ago44:59

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Friday Evening, September 12, 2025, Missions Conference, Series: Queen Esther: The Woman of the Hour, Esther 4:15-5:3, Dr. Dave Snyder

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Episode 296: Challenge Delivered to Esther 41:12

2M ago41:12

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Thursday Evening, September 11, 2025, Missions Conference, Series: Queen Esther: The Woman of the Hour, Esther 4:10-14, Dr. Dave Snyder

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Robert Putnam on the power of joining a club 21:04

2M ago21:04

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If you want to talk about strengthening our communities, it's hard to find a better expert than Robert Putnam. The Harvard social scientist is best known for his book Bowling Alone, but he's spent his entire career thinking about the link between a strong democracy and spending time together, in person. He joins host David Cicilline to talk about h…

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The link between white evangelicals and guns 18:44

2M ago18:44

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Why are evangelical Christians more likely to own a gun than other Americans? William J. Kole, a Rhode Islander, a journalist, and a former evangelical Christian, investigates this question in a new book called “In Guns We Trust.” He joins host Edward Fitzpatrick to talk about what he found. Tips and ideas? Email us at [email protected]. See Privacy…

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32 - Finding Comfort in Narrative 54:58

2M ago54:58

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We're back! On this hostful episode, Lauren, Emily, and Dave dig into their approach to comfort reads. They also discuss engaging ideas in nonfiction and the need for intermissions in long movies and TV episodes. In the Last Chapter they spill some tea: What's a book you did not finish and what made you dump that book? Overdueing It is a project fu…

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Episode 295: Biblical Stewardship 49:42

2M ago49:42

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Sunday Morning, September 07, 2025, Series: Biblical Stewardship, Luke 16:1-12, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

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Coffee milk: R.I. state drink is steeped in Industrial Revolution history 16:49

2M ago16:49

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We went on a field trip to the factory responsible for host Edward Fitzpatrick’s favorite drink in elementary school: coffee milk. Autocrat coffee syrup is still made at a facility in Lincoln, R.I. What started with mill workers has become a state staple. We wanted to find out what goes into getting it right - the color, the caramelized sweetness -…

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Community Foundation CEOs on meeting this moment 14:51

2M ago14:51

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This year, the Rhode Island Foundation hosted leaders from the 40 largest community foundations in the U.S. for a day of dialogue, action planning, and building relationships. David Cicilline pulled a few of them into the podcast studio to talk about the work they're doing to build community, rethink the role of philanthropy, and respond to federal…

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Episode 294: You Can't Fight Alone 54:31

2M ago54:31

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Sunday Morning, August 31, 2025, Series: Christian Privilege, Ephesians 6:18-24, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

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The story behind the R.I. sea monster epic, 'Mother, Mother Ocean' 18:49

3M ago18:49

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We’re going back more than two decades to an iconic 2002 news story that took place on a beach in Portsmouth. 12 News’s Sean Daly reported on a couple who said they saw a sea monster, in an epic video segment known as “Mother, Mother Ocean.” Now, Frog and Toad -- a Providence gift store -- has immortalized that story with a new T-shirt and poster. …

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Episode 293: A Wardrobe for War 54:21

3M ago54:21

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Sunday Morning, August 24, 2025, Series: Christian Privilege, Ephesians 6:10-20, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

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ENCORE - The Community Is the Center of the Library at the Community Libraries of Providence 55:28

3M ago55:28

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We're on a break for August, and taking this opportunity to share some encore episodes with you. Today we are revisiting episode 15 from the 17th of December 2024. In it, host Cheryl, library director at the Community Libraries of Providence, talks with her colleagues Dhana, Michelle, Lee, and Khamry about the variety of ways CLPVD is building libr…

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