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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.

Be sure to visit the podcast's website and support the creator: www.RIpodcast.com

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Bill Bartholomew

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Senator Sheldon Whitehouse Talks Court, Debt Ceiling 24.05.2023 15:24

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew welcomes Senator Sheldon Whitehouse back to the show to discuss his opinion on judicial oversight in the wake of the Clarence Thomas disclosure controversy, plus the ongoing debt ceiling situation. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

An Exit Interview with Neil Steinberg 24.05.2023 29:45

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew sits down with outgoing Rhode Island Foundation Executive Director Neil Steinberg for an exit interview in the final days of his tenure overseeing the state's leading philanthropic organization. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Rhode Island College President Jack Warner 23.05.2023 20:12

Send us Fan Mail President Dr. Jack Warner joins Bill Bartholomew to discuss several proposals and initiatives at Rhode Island College. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Bike Newport's Bari Freeman 17.05.2023 33:42

Send us Fan Mail Bike Newport Executive Director Bari Freeman joins Bill Bartholomew to discuss some ongoing and upcoming initiatives that the organization is involved in, plus talks about the practicality of using bike's as a primary mode of transportation in Rhode Island. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Rafay Rashid Talks New Solo Record, Ravi Shavi and Making Music in Providence 16.05.2023 47:34

Send us Fan Mail Ravi Shavi frontman Rafay Rashid talks his new solo record, making music in Providence, sobriety, the artist life and much more with Bill Bartholomew. Inside Rhode Island Music presented by Elmwood Songwriters Club. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

JARC RI Wants to Help Grow RI's Manufacturing Workforce 15.05.2023 20:03

Send us Fan Mail Lindsey Brickle, Director of WorkforceCommunity Partnerships, URI Research Foundation and Regan Brewer Johnson, President at Jane Adams Resource Center, join Bill Bartholomew to discuss a new initiative that is seeking to train a contemporary manufacturing workforce in Providence. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

New England's Shajehan Khan Was Just on "Succession" 11.05.2023 41:53

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew sits down with actor/voice artist/podcaster/musician Shajehan Khan to talk his recent role on the HBO series Succession , his King of the World podcast and much more. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Congressman David Cicilline 08.05.2023 24:41

Send us Fan Mail Bill welcomes Congressman David Cicilline for what is likely his final appearance as a member of Congress. He is set to take over as Executive Director of The Rhode Island Foundation on June 1st. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Inside Public Health presented by CCA Health Rhode Island: Talking Nutrition with Jennifer Samale 05.05.2023 24:42

Send us Fan Mail Inside Public Health presented by CCA Health Rhode Island welcomes Jennifer Samale, senior director, clinical care partnership, CCA Health Rhode Island, for a conversation on practical and sustainable nutrition tips. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Rep Cotter Wants To Create A State Commission To Study Forest Management 04.05.2023 31:07

Send us Fan Mail In the wake of the Exeter forest fire, Representative Megan Cotter has proposed legislation that would create a commission to study - and make recommendations - on the conditions of Rhode Island's forests. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Senator Sandra Cano is Running for Congress 02.05.2023 46:50

Send us Fan Mail State Senator Sandra Cano, who is running in the Democratic primary for the soon-to-be vacant Congressional District 1 seat, joins Bill Bartholomew. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

An Atheist Group Wants Governor McKee to Sign a Proclamation Declaring a "Day of Reason" 01.05.2023 19:15

Send us Fan Mail Rhode Island Atheists members join the show to discuss their organization and why they are asking Governor McKee to sign a proclamation declaring a "Day of Reason" on May 4th. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Talking Historic Cemetery Month with Deb Suggs 27.04.2023 20:41

Send us Fan Mail Historian Deb Suggs talks all things Rhode Island historic cemeteries with Bill Bartholomew Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Senator Ana Quezada is Running for Congress 25.04.2023 44:51

Send us Fan Mail State Senator Ana Quezada sits down with Bill Bartholomew to discuss her campaign for the soon-to-be open Congressional District 1 seat. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Commerce Secretary Liz Tanner Answers Listener Questions 24.04.2023 28:50

Send us Fan Mail Rhode Island Commerce Secretary Liz Tanner talks a wide variety of issues and answers listener questions. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Governor Dan McKee Talks His Education Plan 20.04.2023 29:28

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew sits down with Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee, who recently launched a "moon shot" initiative to improve educational outcomes in the state. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

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