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Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew sits down with former U.S. Senator, Governor of Rhode Island and Presidential Candidate, who discuss Mr. Chafee's political career, his experience as a professional blacksmith and whether or not he is planning to challenge U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse in a Democratic Primary contest for his former Senate seat. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and...

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew sits down with veteran reporter and media personality Ian Donnis, who is currently the political reporter at Rhode Island Public Radio. Their conversation touched on Ian's journey as a reporter, affairs in Rhode Island politics and his advise to those interested in pursuing a media career.  Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew interviews former Ri Secretary of State and Democratic Gubernatorial hopeful Matt Brown, who is challenging incumbent Governor Gina Raimondo in the democratic primary this September. Brown outlines several key differences between his platform and the policies and actions of the current administration, highlighted in the areas of natural resources and incubating a...

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew goes one-on-one with Rhode Island Independent gubernatorial hopeful Dr. Luis-Daniel Munoz. After graduating from Central Falls High School, he went on to become an accomplished academic and medical technologies professional, and presents a campaign platform that he believes will drive Rhode Island towards becoming a hub for future industries and creative investmen...

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew sits down with Rhode Island investigative reporter Jim Hummel. During a nearly four-decades long career, ranging from print, TV and radio, to his own long-form video series and multi-platform brand 'The Hummel Report', Jim Hummel has defined himself as one of the premier media figures in the southern New England region.  Support the show Follow Bill on I...

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew sits down with RI GOP gubernatorial candidate Giovanni Feroce. BB digs into the foundations of Mr. Feroce's background, and why he believes he is the most qualified candidate in the field, despite a sea of negative media coverage surrounding the fallout from his BENRUS venture. A lengthy and candid conversation with the former State Senator, military officer...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Bill Bartholomew goes on-on-one with Providence Democratic Mayoral Candidate Kobi Dennis, who offers his ideas about improving Providence utilizing the city's existing assets and talent. A former member of The United States Navy and a respected community organizer, Mr. Dennis is challenging incumbent Jorge Elorza in the Democratic Primary this September, whom...

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew interviews former RI State Representative and current Independent candidate for Governor of Rhode Island, Joe Trillo. Bartholomew investigates Trillo's self-declared moderate platform, where he finds a strong element of compassion for less fortunate human beings and animals contrasted against his support for, and state campaign chairmanship of President Donal...

Send us Fan Mail In this special report, Bill Bartholomew descends upon Shower To Empower to investigate the new mobile bathing, haircut and homelessness-support and outreach facility spearheaded by local philanthropist Bret Williams' Team Williams, House of Hope and The City of Providence. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Rhode Island House of Representatives member and candidate for Lieutenant Governor Aaron Regunberg (D, Providence) joins BB at The Loft. From outlining his vision to be a "Lobbyist For The People" as Lt. Governor and offering his take on a wide-range of issues such as wealth disparity, marijuana policy and workers' rights, Rep. Regunberg presents hi...

Send us Fan Mail In this short-form, special report, Bill Bartholomew descends upon The Rhode Island State House in Providence, RI, where pro-gun, pro-life, and pro-choice rallies were happening simultaneously on the afternoon of April 10, 2018. Interviews from the ground offer an illustration of some of the differing viewpoints within the Ocean State. Look for more special reports throughout 2018...

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew welcomes fellow troubadour Dan Blakeslee into his studio, where Dan shares stories from the road, the challenges and rewards of his journey as a modern artist, plus premiers a new song!  Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew talks with Rhode Island radio, TV and media personality Ben Decastro about the everchanging platforms he uses to broadcast himself, his experience as a circus musician, helping to create the legendary NiRoPe commercial campaigns for New England's Cardi's Furniture, as well as good old Rhode Island politics and current affairs. Support the show Follow Bil...

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew welcomes singer/songwriter Avi Jacob to the loft for a conversation on the challenges facing the modern troubadour, his upcoming release and tour, the differences between performing in the northern states versus southern states, and his assessment of modern society! Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Send us Fan Mail In this vignette, Bill Bartholomew interviews Newport, RI-based singer/songwriter Malerie Day, discussing changes in her musical approach and the city she calls home. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew welcomes The Honorable Dan McKee, the 69th and current Lieutenant Governor of Rhode Island to the loft for an extensive conversation on art, community, leadership, the advantages that Rhode Island has moving forward, and of course, some basketball Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube