Manasquan Brielle: Locals Only

Manasquan Council President Jay Bryant joins the podcast and shares his history with Manasquan and his experience as a history teacher - and we dive into the significance of America's 250th Celebration.

This week we are joined by Joe Bossone of the Squan Tavern Bossone family. We cover the history of Joe's family, the restaurant, and all of his involvement locally - from the Chamber of Commerce and Tourism to Squan-a-Thon and Madonna House.

Brian Mallin of the Manasquan Shade Tree Commission joins the podcast for a fun-filled conversation about a wide-range of local topics. From Boy Scouts to Little League to trees and, well, more trees. Also, we learn why Brian moved away from Manasquan only to return a short time later.

Sean's off this week and Chef Lou Smith joins the podcast for a discussion with Mike and Casey about his restaurant, The Blend, his charity Chef Lou's Army, and what it's like owning a business in Manasquan. https://cheflousarmy.org/ https://www.blendonmain.com/

This week the guys discuss what it's been like to host the podcast and the feedback that they've heard. And then Sean and Mike discuss traveling for work - the good and the bad. Then, Mike and Casey interview Sean and talk about his work for the US Intelligence Community and his work now at Google. The show wraps up with a chat about how Casey got into being a therapist and what it's like being a...

Andy Tufts joins the podcast for a great conversation.

Sean and Casey were tied up with family obligations so Drew Clancy stepped in to Guest Host along with Mike Mangan for a great episode about our local social media scene. Frank Murphy, creator and administrator of the locally-famous Facebook Group "Overheard in Manasquan." Frank shares his story of coming to Manasquan and the story of why and how he started Overheard in Manasquan and what it's lik...

No guests this week as the 3 hosts get back together for the first time in a few months to share a candid conversation about something impacting all of our lives in Manasquan, Brielle, and the world; AI. Sean has some experience, having worked at Google for almost 18 years, with what AI is, and what kinds of impact it is having on the world and on business. He's pretty much all-in.... Casey and Mi...

Billy & Harper Morris from Brielle talk to us about child acting and how Billy figured out how to manage Harper's acting career and get her in TV shows and Movies.

Pauline Evans & Sheila Vidreiro join this week in a rare double-guest interview with Casey and Mike hosting. This dynamic duo of active women discuss their personal stories about coming to Manasquan and all the groups that they work with now in the community. https://www.womansclubofmanasquan.org/ https://www.facebook.com/Manasquanseniorcitizens/ https://www.facebook.com/ManasquanTourismCommis...

Tiffany Prime details how and why she started the massively popular Manasquan Backyard Crawl and the charities it funds. There are still a few tickets left for May 16, 2026. Get them now!! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-2026-manasquan-backyard-crawl-llc-sponsored-by-collinson-homes-tickets-1980219675355

Special Edition! Sean and Casey On Location

This week Casey and Sean are on vacation. Mike takes the wheel and hosts Assemblyman Paul Kanitra, one of Manasquan and Brielle’s representatives in the NJ Legislature and one of its most outspoken members. As lifelong members of opposite political parties, Paul and Mike discuss how politics and political parties has shaped their lives and perspectives, state and national policies, and so much of...

Sean is away so Casey and Mike take the helm to interview Brielle Local Mark Morro about his time in Brielle and his family's work in establishing the Liv Morro Foundation. For more information on the foundation, visit https://livmorrofoundation.org/

Today on the show we meet Kathryn Kehoe - owner of Carlson's Corner - a staple of the Inlet and south side of the beach. Kathryn has such an interesting background and has brought fresh new ideas to the Carlson's location while staying true to the legacy of the classic beach menu.

2 Mayors, 1 Sean, and 0 Caseys... Today we meet the Mayor of Brielle, Frank Garruzzo and learn a bit about how his family settled in Brielle from Italy and how much he's given back to the town. We also discuss the Brielle Pack 63 Spaghetti Dinner - this Sunday, March 22nd from 4-7PM at the Brielle Fire House. Come out and support this great fundraiser for our scouts!

Today on the show we meet Frank Calabrese of Brielle who owns Manasquan Lighting on Main Street and is the President of the Manasquan Chamber of Commerce.

We finally got Brian on the show! We discuss youth sports and the changes occurring between rec and travel leagues and how we feel about that as parents.

What's 164 days between episodes?? Welcome back, and welcome Mike to the crew!

Today on the show we were lucky enough to have Eliot Colon, Brielle Councilman, former Board of Education member and president, and co founder of the charity I.F.C. United based in Brielle. We talk about all of the service that Eliot has given to the community across these organizations. If you're interested in contributing to I.F.C. United, please check them out at: https://ifcunited.org/

Back to the origins of our origins, today we had our fathers, Jay Terzis and Keith Wohltman on the show to hear about how they came to find Manasquan and their super interesting paths along the way. From Jay playing in the Villiage with Jimmi Hendrix and Van Morrison while Keith was navigating the Vietnam War draft and service in the Army, to the friendship they've built over 40+ years in town.

On today's podcast we meet Brielle Resident and great friend of the podcast, Doug Bard. We cover Hurricane Erin, surfing, tuna fishing, and Doug's passion project - The Wave Tape .

Wow. Episode 4 and we have the Mayor of Manasquan, Michael Mangan! https://www.facebook.com/SquanMayor/ We have a great conversation with Manasquan's Mayor across a broad range of issues impacting our area; from affordable housing, to offshore wind, to the Glimmer Glass Bridge and AYF Football.

In Episode 3 we meet Manasquan resident, Drew Clancy, and talk about the events offered by the Manasquan Tourism Commission . Check them out! https://www.manasquan-nj.gov/tourism-commission Also, if you're interested in the cool upside down SQUAN hats, check out Sarah Henry's Salt + Sailor brand here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DM0ZVk8Ol47/

Welcome to MBLO's first live guest, Dan West! Learn a little about Dan and his family from Manasquan, and his volunteer work with Manasquan Engine Company #2. Hear a little more about the annual Manasquan Fireman's Fair that starts Tuesday, July 29th and runs through August 2nd!