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We have had Adam Faatz on the podcast 3 times in the past year and a half and in 2 weeks he is going to climb the highest free-standing mountain and the fourth highest mountain in the world. At 19,340 feet, Adam is going to climb the mountain with 1 lung (and a little bit of his second one). This final episode before his ascent highlights the preparation and equipment necessary to make this histor...

What a great conversation with New Jersey Senator Kristin Corrado. We forget sometimes that they are moms, friends and neighbors. She shares growing up in Totowa NJ, working with her dad in their law office and ultimately winning her re-election as senator of the Legislative District 40 in northern NJ. To see the video version visit our You Tube channel, @thetowncast. Make sure to subscribe, like...

Author Ben Purkert takes us on his journey from growing up in Bergen County NJ to graduating Harvard and NYU and publishing his first novel. You can find him at www.benpurkert.com You can watch the video episode on You Tube @thetowncast Please subscribe and help support the Towncast.

Our third video of Hedges at Hawthorne brings you inside the completed and 70% occupied upscale residence in the quiet and beautiful borough of Hawthorne NJ. Garret Bedrin of the Bedrin Organization takes us through the new cafe that's opening up, Cube Smart as well as Hedge at Hawthorne.

Mayor Kristine Morieko shares her journey from growing up in Glen Rock to running for council and eventually mayor of this Bergen County gem and the challenges and rewards that comes with this position. Please subscribe to our channel and help keep the Towncast going!

We had the chance to meet with the mayor of Paterson NJ, Andre Sayegh, who shared some of the incredible revitalization projects they have completed as well as planned for the future. He also addressed many of your questions and concerns about guns, drugs, roadwork and much more. To see the video version of our podcast, click here, https://youtu.be/8a7BVcMVTqw Please subscribe and help keep the To...

A great conversation with Cheryl Demartino, owner of Junk Chick Designs in Wyckoff, New Jersey. Cheryl shares her passion for refurbishing furniture and gathering some great collectables, vintage clothing, old record albums and so much more. You can find her on Facebook, Instagram and Threads under Junk Chick Designs or call/text her at 201-852-4871. Please subscribe below and help the Towncast co...

Great conversation with Ryan Moore from Montclair film. He talks about what Montclair Film is, the Montclair film festival, shares his background on how he got involved with Montclair Film, as well as sharing information on his very first feature film release! You can see his movie here, https://www.vudu.com/content/browse/details/Marijuana-Minutes/2469164Please subscribe and help keep the Towncas...

Brandon talks about his new book, "From the Bull Pen to the State Pen," and how we went from Major League Baseball, to serving a few years in prison. Now he is a coach and motivational speaker. To see the video of this episode, go the our You Tube Channel @thetowncast Please subscribe and help keep the Towncast going.

Detective Sergeant James Calaski, of the Glen Rock police department, shares his incredible wealth of historical knowledge with us, especially about the German American Bund and the Nazi that lived in Glen Rock, heading up the Bergen County division of the Bund. More information available at www.hunting-history.com Please subscribe and help keep the Towncast going!

For almost 70 years, Wild West City has been entertaining children and adults alike. I had the chance to relive my childhood when I visited at the age of 10 with the owner Frank Benson. He and his sister are the third generation operating Wild West City. He offers an amazing discount for anyone mentioning the Towncast. Check out www.wildwestcity.com. Visit our You Tube channel to view the video ve...

We met Adam last year when he first announced he was going to climb Mr. Kilimanjaro, the fourth tallest mountain in the world. Adam was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis, a rare disease that affects your lungs. He will attempt to climb over 19,000 feet with one lung. Dr. Jan Kasprowicz, a training specialist, is helping him prepare for this challenge. Support Adam @adamfaatz35 and follow Dr. Jan @...

Anna Marie Sasso and Don La Greca join us to talk about the upcoming charity softball game for the Mark Sasso Foundation that offer scholarships to local area children. Don shares the athletes and celebrities that will be joining the ESPN All stars. To sign up your team or for more information go to https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100066550181933 or call 973-214-2236

We had the chance to talk to the executive chef of the NY football Giants about his journey growing up in Summit New Jersey, graduating from the Culinary Institute of America to becoming the chef for this storied football team. Please subscribe, it helps us keep this podcast going! See our video version on You Tube @thetowncast

Marie Ciolleti and Pat Carnevale joined us to talk about Holy Bones, the ministry they started at St. Mary's church in Pompton Lakes NJ, hiring employees who are intellectually challenged and baking all natural dog treats. What a great ministry and great treats...I ate one myself! Please subscribe and help the Towncast.

Going from Wall Street to your street, Bob Major shares his journey and how he ended up the handyman who specializes in those odd jobs that no one wants to do.

Just in time for Father's Day (or any other day), Mark Braff's new book has just been released. There are wonderful stories about Major League Baseball players and their sons including Yogi Berra, Ron Guidry, Cal Ripken Jr. and so many more. You don't have to be a sports fan to appreciate these great stories.

This new ceramic studio in Glen Rock NJ brings some fresh creative opportunities In Bergen/Passaic counties. From teens to retirees, this studio offers group lessons, one on one classes and the chance to use the studio as your own. Check out the video version on You Tube, @thetowncast.

May is mental health awareness month and Tanvi Mathew, owner of Emerge Counseling and Coaching, shares some ways we could identify mental health issues in ourselves and our loved ones. We include some resources for people to reach out and get the help they need.

We had the chance to meet with Pat DeMarco, one of the new co-owners of Bogies Hoagies in Hawthorne NJ. He shares his journey from growing up in North Haledon NJ to owning one of the best sandwich shops in New Jersey.

From a small town on Long Island, Paul Cartier, a retired air traffic controller, shares his journey from learning to play the piano at 9 years old, to becoming the organist for the NY Islanders and the NY Yankees.

For 50 years Steven Singer has been in the jewelry business and for the past 40+ years, in his own store in downtown Philly. You've heard him on the Howard Stern show, you've seen the billboards, and now he shares his journey from getting into the business at 17 to becoming the most successful single jewelry store operation in the country.

In December of 2021, during the heart of the pandemic, graduates of Glen Rock High School, in New Jersey, got together and performed in front of a sold out crowd. This included some of the most talented musicians in the world, and Barry Rubinow captured and documented the entire event, including honoring the legendary music teacher, Joe Sielski.

Eric Orsek, president of the Glen Rock Athletic Club, takes us through the history of this wonderful organization which includes Whitey Ford as the pitcher of the semi-pro baseball team. He shares the upcoming events and how you can help preserve this incredible social club.

Chef Damarr Brown, James Beard finalist, Top Chef Houston Fan Favorite and co-owner of Virtue in Chicago, gave us a few minutes to talk about his influences in creating some of the most original and delicious meals in the midwest as well as the delicacy he prepared for the Housewares Charity Foundation fundraiser. Shop Amazon and help raise money for The Towncast Click here... https://amzn.to/3TII...