InsideLowell

For the first time in 5-months, the Pod Squad (Teddy Panos, Jack Mitchell, Mikaela Hondros-McCarthy and Bach) get together to spar over the recently approved Lowell city budget, dismantling of the "Dog Park" homeless encampment, the upcoming election, sustainability and how surprisingly "not so far" $21.4-million in bridge repairs travels

John Campanini joins his brother, the Wine Novice Jim Campanini, and the Wine Butler Mike Pigeon via Zoom from Rhode Island to discuss how he developed his love of wines and why he began making his own organic Zinfandels. Along the way, he offers some tips on how you can make your own wines as well

Insiders Teddy Panos & Jack Mitchell kick off InsideLowell's Election 2023 coverage with an in-depth look at the field of candidates as the various races begin to take shape. Who is safe? Who is vulnerable? And what are the issues that will decide the various contests? Tune in and get up to speed with this early election primer!

Bonnie McIsaac (President) and Thomas Kociela (Music Director) from the Lowell Philharmonic Orchestra join Host Teddy Panos to talk about the organization's rich history, the challenges and rewards of putting on an orchestral production, and their upcoming show, "Summer Pops at Shedd Park," which takes place Sunday June 25, 2023

Bach is joined by the Stutz Brothers (Asa & Han) for their usual zany look at Lowell and the world. Along the way, they touch on the Mill City's latest female crimes, some local sports news and Asa's obligatory Ukraine update. The fun wraps up with the special guest appearance of a future girls' soccer star! 

Jo-Ann Ross, a lifelong wine enthusiast who took a hobby and turned it into a career as a Wine Educator, joins Jim Campanini for a fascinating discussion about her Lowell roots, the Commonwealth Wine School (where she is an Instructor) and how she mentored Campanini from a Newspaper Editor into "The Wine Novice"

Insider Frank McCabe is joined by well-known local characters Johnny Descoteaux and Gary Morrison to talk Lowell Politics & Sports

Virak Uy, who is running for an At-Large City Council seat, visits with Teddy Panos to talk about his background, his campaign and the issues he'd like to focus on if elected to the Lowell City Council

Lowell's new Police Superintendent joins Teddy Panos to talk about his first 6-weeks on the job, his vision for the future of the department and why he's asking the City Council and the Manager to create an additional Deputy position 

Greater Lowell Chamber of Commerce President, Danielle McFadden, was joined in studio with Morgan Milardo Schermerhorn and Sean Gordon to talk about the upcoming Evan Gershovich Benefit Concert at Taffeta. For more information visit: https://www.taffetamusic.com/events

The Wine Novice Jim Campanini and Wine Butler Mike Pigeon discuss new requirements that nutritional information appear on labels in New Zealand and Europe, and how that is likely coming to the United States. In the process, they sample a bottle of Matua Sauvignon Blanc (New Zealand) and Pine Ridge Chenin Blanc & Viognier (Napa Valley)

Hosts Lyndsey K. & Bach are joined by Scottie "Too Hottie" to dissect the pros and cons of dating apps

Peter Aucella and Teddy Panos preview the 2023 Lowell Summer Music Series season, which brings top acts to Boarding House Park in Downtown Lowell, including Melissa Etheridge, Andy Grammer and Lyle Lovett & His Large Band. They also take a deeper dive on the series' first two shows; Leonid & Friends (June 17th) and Keb' Mo' (June 23rd)

Greater Lowell Chamber of Commerce President, Danielle McFadden, was joined in studio by Professor Elizabeth J. Altman to discuss the UMass Lowell Women's Leadership Conference on June 21st. For more information visit: https://gps.uml.edu/wlc/conference.cfm

"Real Estate" Ray Boutin sits down with host Teddy Panos to give us an inside look at the local real estate market. Despite what you're hearing in national headlines, you might be surprised at what's happening in Lowell and the surrounding regions

The Wine Novice Jim Campanini and Wine Butler Mike Pigeon pop open a bottle of Lambrusco, one of the few Italian Reds you can chill. In the process, they highlight and Frizzante and Spumante methods of fermentation. As an added bonus, they sample a Barbaresco wine, produced in Italy's Piedmont region

Insider John Zimini and guests delve into recent hot button issues in the Town of Dracut, including neighborhood noise and traffic complaints over an alleged "sports venue" and the Sandbar Beach Club. Plus they discuss a potential $2.5-million budget shortfall in Fiscal Year 2025

Jay Linehan, President & CEO of the Greater Lowell Community Foundation, joins Teddy Panos to discuss their upcoming Annual Meeting, which features Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell. They also talk about the amazing work GLCF does to tackle important needs in our community, including the recent awards of over $7-million in COVID relief funding and $600,000 in scholarships for Lowe...

Olivia Sintros and Sandra Gulezian from Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church in Lowell join Teddy Panos to preview Grecian Festival 2023, which takes place June 2-4 in Lowell. Learn about the history of Lowell's biggest and best Greek Festival, the mouthwatering foods, live music and dancing available, as well as the chance to tour the church and view the beautiful mosaic icons

Greater Lowell Chamber of Commerce President, Danielle McFadden, was joined in studio by Thomas Bringle (Development & Communications Director) and Carrie Meikle (Board Member) for Girls Inc. of Greater Lowell. The three discussed their Celebration of Today's Event honoring UMass Lowell Chancellor Julie Chen on June 1, 2023. For more information visit: https://girlsinclowell.org/news-even...

Host Teddy Panos welcomes Naomi Prendergast and Mike Ferrick from D'Youville Life & Wellness Community to the InsideLowell studios. As part of the discussion, they look back at the amazing growth and transformation of the organization during Naomi's 20-years at the helm, while also looking ahead to the future as Mike prepares to lead the organization upon her upcoming retirement

Greater Lowell Chamber of Commerce President, Danielle McFadden, was joined in studio by Thomas Strachan, founder of Service Buddy. Topics discussed include the platform's ease of use and ability to help service industry providers invoice and collect money in seconds! For more info, visit: https://servicebuddy.io/ 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀: Contact Tom (617-245-1766 or tom@servicebuu...

Lowell City Councilor John Drinkwater and Planning Board Vice-Chair Jerry Frechette join Host Teddy Panos in-studio to debate the pros and cons of Accessory Dwelling Units

The Wine Novice Jim Campanini and Wine Butler Mike Pigeon explore the world of Assyrtiko wines, grown primarily on the beautiful Greek Island of Santorini. As an added bonus, they offer a possible explanation for the collapse of the Bruins & Celtics

Host Lyndsey K. & Friends discuss hot topics from the dating world, then play a little Dice Game Q&A