Bill Bartholomew

Bartholomewtown

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Bartholomewtown is an independent news and interview podcast exploring Rhode Island through conversations with the people driving politics, culture, business, and public life. Hosted by journalist Bill Bartholomew, the show delivers insightful interviews, original reporting, and clear-eyed analysis from New England's smallest state—with stories that often resonate far beyond it.

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I Toured The Site of The Exeter Forest Fire. Here's What I Learned 18.04.2023 34:23

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew discusses what he learned on an exclusive, extensive tour of the area impacted by last weekend's forest fire in Exeter. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Who Has The Authority to Recognize New Native American Tribes in Rhode Island? with Narragansett Tribe's Bella and Randy Noka 17.04.2023 30:26

Send us Fan Mail In the wake of several bills that would impact the indigenous community in Rhode Island, Bill Bartholomew sits down with Narragansett tribe's Bella and Randy Noka. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Aaron Regunberg is Running for Congress 14.04.2023 47:04

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew sits down with former State Representative and Congressional District 1 candidate Aaron Regunberg. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Making Sense of the Congressional Race with Ian Donnis (The Public's Radio) 13.04.2023 36:20

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew welcomes The Public's Radio Political Reporter Ian Donnis back to the pod for a discussion on the ever-growing list of candidates that are running to replace outgoing Cogressman David Cicilline in Congressional District 1, plus his thoughts on Twitter in the wake of NPR stepping away from the platform. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Sabina Matos is Running for Congress 11.04.2023 30:21

Send us Fan Mail Rhode Island Lt. Governor Sabina Matos joins Bill Bartholomew to discuss her candidacy for the congressional district 1 seat that will be vacated by David Cicilline on June 1st. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

The Legal Battle to Fill a Chariho School Committee Vacancy, with Jess Purcell 10.04.2023 22:41

Send us Fan Mail Questions about jurisdiction and procedure when it comes to fill a school committee vacancy have led to legal challenges and a divided perspective in the Chariho Regional School district. Jess Purcell, the second-highest vote getter in the race for the now-vacant seat argues that she ought to be installed, while the town council of Richmond, the municipality from which the vacant...

Nick Autiello is Running for Congress 07.04.2023 31:41

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew welcomes RI CD1 candidate Nick Autiello for a conversation on why he is running for Congress. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

David Morales: Wrestling Champion and Champion for the People as a State Representative 06.04.2023 47:40

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew welcomes RI State Representative David Morales for a wide-ranging conversation on politics, philosophy and wrestling. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

What Is Happening At The Cranston Street Armory? Newport Daily News Reporter Zane Wolfang 31.03.2023 36:23

Send us Fan Mail Newport Daily News reporter Zane Wolfang offers his on-the-ground account of what is happening at The Cranston Street Armory, where a temporary "warming station" was created with a goal of assisting folks experiencing homelessness. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Developing Affordable Housing, with LISC's Jay O'Grady 29.03.2023 42:59

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew welcomes LISC's Jay O'Grady for a discussion on developing affordable housing. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Inside RI Music: A Special Project At The Trudeau Center with Donald Torres, Ian Campopiano and Kathleen Layton 28.03.2023 31:15

Send us Fan Mail Inside RI Music presented by Elmwood Songwriters Club welcomes Donald Torres and Ian Campopiano who collaborated on a new record and are welcoming "the Rhode Island music and disability community to attend the party on March 31 from 6-9 p.m. at Trudeau’s 3445 Post Road Warwick location’s recreation building". Listen to "The Man, The Myth, The Legend" right here...

Courageous RI, An Initiative To Foster Critical Assessment of Journalist and News Media 24.03.2023 32:33

Send us Fan Mail Renee Hobbs, Communications Professor at The University of Rhode Island, joins Bill Bartholomew to discuss Courageous RI, an initiative that she is championing that seeks to help Rhode Islanders' improve their media consumption habits and critical thinking. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Amanda Milkovits (Boston Globe) Talks Her Blockbuster Investigation into Mike Mota 23.03.2023 19:14

Send us Fan Mail Amanda Milkovits (Boston Globe) joins Bill Bartholomew to discuss her blockbuster investigation to Rhode Island businessman Mike Mota. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Mark Blyth (Brown University) Assesses The Banking Sector and Economic Big Picture 21.03.2023 25:03

Send us Fan Mail Mark Blyth, Director of the William R. Rhodes Center for International Economics and Finance, The William R. Rhodes ’57 Professor of International Economics and Professor of International and Public Affairs joins Bill Bartholomew for an overview of the health of the banking sector in the wake of Silicon Valley Bank and First Republic, talks the future of the sector and the truth b...

Shekarchi Not Running For Congress 17.03.2023 28:45

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew discusses the implications of Speaker Shekarchi not running for Congress. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

CCA Health RI Presents: A Public Health Roundtable with Dr. Amy Nunn, Carrie Bridges Feliz and Corey McCarty 15.03.2023 34:11

Send us Fan Mail CCA Health RI presents a public health roundtable featuring: Corey McCarty, General Manager, CCA Health Rhode Island Dr. Amy Nunn, Executive Director, Rhode Island Public Health Institute Carrie Bridges Feliz, Vice President of Community Health & Equity, Lifespan Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Everything You Need To Know For March Madness with WPRO's Brett Ferruccio 13.03.2023 31:00

Send us Fan Mail Whether you are preparing to enter an office pool, wager big money at a casino or just follow along, WPRO sports producer/host Brett Ferruccio joins the podcast to break down everything you need to know about the NCAA division 1 men's basketball tournament. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Rabia Chaudry (Podcaster, Author, Attorney, Serial/Undisclosed) and Robin Kall (Book Influencer) 10.03.2023 23:59

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew sat down with podcaster, author and attorney Rabia Chaudry, well-known for her work on the podcasts Serial and Undisclosed for innocence work involving Adnan Syed , along with book influencer Robin Kall. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

G. Wayne Miller Talks The Launch of Ocean State Stories 08.03.2023 31:29

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew welcomes former Providence Journal reporter, author and PBS/Sirius XM host G. Wayne Miller for a conversation on the launch of Ocean State Stories, a new storytelling and reporting outlet in Rhode Island that is an initiative of The Pell Center at Salve Regina University. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

John Houle, Author, The King-Makers of Providence 07.03.2023 29:37

Send us Fan Mail Author John Houle joins Bill Bartholomew for a discussion on his latest novel, The King-Makers of Providence, the political atmosphere that inspired the book, and the future of content consumption. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Secretary of State Gregg Amore 02.03.2023 33:51

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew welcomes Rhode Island Secretary of State Gregg Amore for a wide-ranging conversation from his temporary office at the State House. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Local Action Opposing U.S. Support for War in Yemen 01.03.2023 16:54

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew welcomes activist Mira Mehta for a discussion on organizing action outside of RI Senator Jack Reed's office, calling on the senator and Chair of the Armed Services Committee to cease support for Saudi efforts in the devastating conflict in Yemen. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Inside RI Music: Roz Raskin (Nova One) 24.02.2023 1:17:30

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew and singer, songwriter, band leader and curator Roz Raskin (Nova One) explore ideas about creativity, music scenes, touring, ageism in music, health and wellness and writing songs in this wide-ranging conversation. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Providence Mayor Brett Smiley 22.02.2023 32:29

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew sits down with Providence mayor Brett Smiley at City Hall. https://www.providenceri.gov/ Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Bill Reacts to David Cicilline Stepping Away from Congress 21.02.2023 22:08

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew reacts to the news that Congressman David Cicilline will be leaving Congress on June 1st to lead the Rhode Island Foundation. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube