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.

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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News

Podcast website

www.RIpodcast.com

Latest episode

Oct 29, 2026

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Episodes

Joseph Molina Flynn (President, Rhode Island Latino Political Action Committee) 20.11.2018

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Bartholomewtown Podcast, Bill Bartholomew sits down with Rhode Island Latino Political Action Committee President Joseph Molina Flynn.  Flynn highlights which Rhode Island elected officials are working effectively with the Rhode Island Latinx community, looks towards the 2022 election and offers insight into his own background as an immigrant, Rhode Islander...

Matt Allen (Talk Radio Host, WPRO) 16.11.2018

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Bartholomewtown Podcast, Bill sits down with WPRO AM midday host Matt Allen.  The pair discuss Allen's broadcasting career, including his time working with former Providence Mayor Buddy Cianci, the future of local media, plus Matt offers his advice to progressives on how to win over  a broader audience with their messages. Support the show Follow Bill o...

Election Day In Rhode Island - Ben Decastro, Kobi Dennis plus Peter Neronha and Giovanni Feroce 06.11.2018

Send us Fan Mail Special episode!  Election Day In Rhode Island, roundtable panel with Ben DeCastro and Kobi Dennis, plus checking in with Attorney General candidate Peter Neronha and former Republican gubernatorial candidate Giovanni Feroce.  Welcome to Election Day In Rhode Island. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

RI election preview with Dan McGowan (WPRI.com) 02.11.2018

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Bartholomewtown Podcast, Bill Bartholomew welcomes back Rhode Island-favorite, WPRI.com reporter Dan McGowan.  The pair preview the upcoming Providence Mayoral and Council races, gubernatorial race, plus talk about Dan's work as a multimedia reporter.  Not to mention, discussion on possible Rhode Island politics baseball trading cards! Support the show...

Rob Horowitz (Democratic strategist) 01.11.2018

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Bartholomewtown Podcast, Bill Bartholomew discusses the upcoming Rhode Island election with Democratic strategist and media personality Rob Horowitz.  The pair break down the gubernatorial, House District 15, Providence Mayoral and other races, plus Horowitz offers his take on Rhode Island's political media. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and...

Jamie Bova (Newport City Councilwoman) 30.10.2018

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Bartholomewtown Podcast, Bill Bartholomew goes deep with At-large Newport City Councilwoman, Jamie Bova.  From discussing her reelection campaign, to Newport's future innovation hub, to general city development, this is an enlightening conversation about the politics of one of Rhode Island's fastest moving regions. Support the show Follow Bill on I...

Dee Dee Witman (independent Providence Mayoral candidate) 26.10.2018

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Bartholomewtown Podcast, Bill Bartholomew sits down with independent candidate for Mayor of Providence, RI, Dianne "Dee Dee" Witman.  The conversation, taking place in the homestretch of this election season, touches on a vast array of issues facing Providence, as well as Ms. Witman's background and some positions.   Support the show Follow Bi...

Allan Fung (RI Republican gubernatorial nominee, Mayor of Cranston, RI) 26.10.2018

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Bartholomewtown Podcast, Bill Bartholomew sits down with Cranston Mayor and Rhode Island Republican gubernatorial nominee Allan Fung.  This wide-ranging conversation touches on Mayor Fung's journey in public office, his plans for improving Rhode Island's business climate and his thoughts on key opponents, Governor Gina Raimondo and independent Joe...

Kat Kerwin (Providence City Council candidate) 25.10.2018

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Bartholomewtown Podcast, Bill Bartholomew sits down with 21 year old Providence City Council candidate Kat Kerwin, who will likely join the first majority female council this January.  We talked about Ms. Kerwin's campaign, shifts within the Democratic party, her favorite Providence food, Providence local music and art, and all things RI politics. Suppo...

Patrick Anderson (Providence Journal State House reporter) 23.10.2018

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Bartholomewtown Podcast, Bill Bartholomew goes one-on-one with Providence Journal State House reporter, Patrick Anderson.  The two talk Rhode Island politics, focusing on the upcoming general election, as well as sustainability models for local media outlets, working in print media and the artistry of storytelling. Follow on Twitter: @billbartholomew Support...

Nika Lomazzo (Providence activist, performer) 19.10.2018

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Bartholomewtown Podcast, Bill Bartholomew talks Rhode Island and Providence politics. arts and more with activist, performer and commentator Nika Lomazzo. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Dr. June Speakman (Roger Williams University political science professor) 18.10.2018

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Bartholomewtown Podcast, Bill Bartholomew sits down with Roger Williams University political science professor and Warren, RI Town Council candidate Dr. June Speakman.  The episode touches on Dr. Speakman's council run, and focuses on a discussion surrounding all things Rhode Island politics and media. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTu...

R.J. Heim (NBC10) 17.10.2018

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Bartholomewtown Podcast, Bill Bartholomew welcomes Rhode Island favorite R.J. Heim, who has been a weatherman and reporter for NBC 10 WJAR for 25 years. In this special audio documentary podcast, get a feel for who R.J. is, and how he came to be a beloved member of the southern New England media. Very special thank you to Famous 56 for supplying some of the...

Edward Fitzpatrick (former Providence Journal columnist) 16.10.2018

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Bartholomewtown Podcast, Bill Bartholomew welcomes celebrated, veteran journalist Edward Fitzpatrick to the loft for a conversation about Rhode Island and national politics and media. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Bill Gilbert (RI Moderate Party gubernatorial candidate) 15.10.2018

Send us Fan Mail Ahead of his first statewide gubernatorial debate appearance, Moderate Party candidate and chair Bill Gilbert joins Bill Bartholomew at the loft for an in-depth conversation about the Moderate's positions, his own viewpoints, and how he was able to secure a spot in the next two gubernatorial debates despite low polling numbers. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and Yo...

Dr. Maureen Moakley (former URI Political Science Department Chair) 12.10.2018

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Bartholomewtown Podcast, Bill Bartholomew returns to his academic roots, sitting down with University of Rhode Island political science Professor Emeritus Dr. Maureen Moakley to discuss all things Rhode Island politics.   Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Lynn Ceglie (Newport Rhode Island City Councilwoman) 09.10.2018

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Bill Bartholomew welcomes Newport City Council Vice Chair and Ward 2 Councilor Lynn Ceglie to the loft for an in-depth conversation about changes in Newport's downtown, problems at Rogers High School, maximizing Newport's economic and cultural potential and more. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Joe Fleming (Pollster, Fleming & Associates) 08.10.2018

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew welcomes Rhode Island pollster Joe Fleming to the loft for a conversation about his most recent RI gubernatorial and U.S. Senate polls.  Mr. Fleming also responds to criticism from independent gubernatorial candidate Joe Trillo, who says he is polling significantly higher than Mr. Fleming's data suggests. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Anne Armstrong (RI Compassion Party gubernatorial candidate responds to her arrest on cannabis charges) 05.10.2018

Send us Fan Mail In this special report, Bill Bartholomew speaks with Rhode Island Compassion Party gubernatorial candidate Anne Armstrong following her and Compassion Party Attorney General candidate Alan Gordon's arrest yesterday on cannabis cultivation charges. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Alex Nunes (Independent journalist) 12.09.2018

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Bill Bartholomew welcomes Rhode Island-based journalist and educator Alex Nunes, who keeps the website Nunes Weekly. Focusing on the role the military industrial complex plays in Rhode Island politics and economics, Mr. Nunes presents his findings and offers his take on what he describes as a bloated defense budget. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and Yo...

Justice Gaines (Providence City Council candidate, Ward 1) 11.09.2018

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Bill Bartholomew welcomes organizer, activist and Providence City Council Ward 1 Democratic primary candidate Justice Gaines to the loft for an in-depth conversation on the relationship between Providence's public institutions and its communities, rethinking citywide investment approaches, and her vision for the city's future. Support the show Follow Bil...

David Cicilline (U.S. Congressman D, RI) 10.09.2018

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Bill Bartholomew welcomes United States Congressman David Cicilline to the loft for an extensive conversation about his vocal opposition to Donald Trump. the expanding chorus of voices within the Democratic party, and his own experiences in Washington.  Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Spencer Dickinson (RI Democratic gubernatorial candidate) 06.09.2018

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Bill Bartholomew welcomes Rhode Island gubernatorial candidate Spencer Dickinson to the loft, just days ahead of his Democratic primary contest against Governor Gina Raimondo and former Rhode Island Secretary of State Matt Brown. Mr. Dickinson offers a deep-dive into his position that Rhode Island government is massively corrupted by Dark Money Politics, and that...

Special Report: RI GOP Gubernatorial Candidates Speak Following Only Primary Debate 04.09.2018

Send us Fan Mail In this special report, Bill Bartholomew attends the one and only Rhode Island Republican Gubernatorial debate held on August 31st at WNRI radio in Woonsocket, RI. Bartholomew speaks one on one with Giovanni Feroce and Patricia Morgan immediately following the debate, and ask Mayor Fung if he believes he was able to highlight his vision for Rhode Island's future during the 60...

Robert DeRobbio (Providence mayoral candidate) 27.08.2018

Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew welcomes Providence Mayoral candidate Robert DeRobbio to the loft for an in-depth conversation about his vision for Providence's future, the key differences between himself and fellow Democratic opponents Mayor Jorge Elorza and Kobi Dennis, as well as his take on Rhode Island's fractured Democratic Party. Support the show Follow Bill on Instagram and You...

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