Danielle Balocca and Chelli Keshavan

Medford Bytes

Medford Bytes is made using the input of the Medford community. In each episode we will focus on local issues, updates in city government and happenings around the city. I will also discuss some of folx favorite spots in Medford to get a drink or a ‘bite’ to eat. I hope you enjoy!

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Danielle Balocca and Chelli Keshavan

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Government

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Latest episode

Jun 29, 2026

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Episodes

Brooks Elementary CCSR 15.05.2023

Today's episode includes a conversation with students from the Brook's Elementary School CCSR. Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com  or follow us on instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes Podcast. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts. Thanks so much for listening.

EventThem Studios 01.05.2023

Today's episode includes a conversation with Bryan from Event Them Studios. Event Them Studios is located at 344 Salem Street and they will be celebrating their Grand Opening on Saturday, May 6th from 12-6pm. Make sure to stop by to see their space and visit with local vendors and musicians. Medford Bytes will be there doing live podcasting demonstrations! For more information you can visit th...

Colleen's Ice Cream and Sandwich Shop 17.04.2023

Today's episode includes and conversation with Kolin and Vicki, owners of Colleen's Ice Cream and Sandwich Shop. Listen to hear more about the history of Colleen's and the work that they are doing to engage and connect the community of Medford. They plan to re-open on Tuesday, April 18th. Make sure to swing! Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfo...

Housing Medford and Abundant Housing Massachusetts 03.04.2023

Today's episode includes a conversation with Alex Lussenhop and Roberta Camerson from Housing Medford as well as Kassie Infante from Abundant Housing Massachusetts. For more information about Housing Medford, you can follow their group on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/HousingMedford/. More information about Abundant Housing Massachusetts can be found at https://abundanthousingma....

Trivia On Air 29.03.2023

This podcast was made by participants of the Medford Public Library Podcast Workshop. Hope you enjoy!

The Stupid Siblings Show 29.03.2023

This podcast was made by participants of the Medford Public Library Podcast Workshop. Hope you enjoy!

Freaking out on Science 29.03.2023

This podcast was made by participants of the Medford Public Library Podcast Workshop. Hope you enjoy!

Announcement! Bonus Content!! 29.03.2023

Please enjoy these next three episodes--original content from the Medford Public Library's Podcast Workshop.

Nicole Morell, City Council President 20.03.2023

Today's episode includes a conversation with Medford City Council President, Nicole Morell. More information about Nicole can be found at https://www.nicolemorell.com/ The City Council meets biweekly on Tuesdays at 7pm with more information about these meetings at https://www.medfordma.org/elected-officials Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfor...

Wendy Pfaffenbach "The Fells Fairies" 06.03.2023

Today's episode includes a conversation with Wendy Pfaffenbach, local mom, teacher and author of "The Fells Fairies". Her book can be found at Book Ends in Winchester. You can also find Wendy pouring beers at Medford Brewing! Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com  or follow us on instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes P...

Breanna Lungo-Koehn 20.02.2023

This episode includes a conversation with Breanna Lungo-Keohn, Mayor of Medford. For more updates from her office, visit https://www.medfordma.org/mayors-office. Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com  or follow us on instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes Podcast. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on A...

Jenny Graham 06.02.2023

This episode includes a conversation with Jenny Graham, Vice-Chair of the School Committee. For more information about Jenny, her work, and how to sign up for her email list, visit https://www.electjenny.org/. Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com  or follow is on instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes Podcast. Ple...

Ms Whalen 23.01.2023

Today's episode includes a conversation with Amelia Whalen, 8th grade ELA teacher at the Andrew's Middle School.  Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com  or follow is on instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes Podcast. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts. Thanks so much for listening.

Judi Harrington (Judi 411) 09.01.2023

Today's episode includes an interview with Judi Harrington, local author and parent.  Judi will be doing a reading from her book, Fuckery, on Thursday, January 26, 2023 from 7-8 pm at the Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA. To hear more from Judi, you can visit her website https://www.judi411.com/ Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email a...

Wrapping up 2022 26.12.2022

Today's episode includes a brief reflection from hosts Danielle and Chelli, followed by compilation of highlights from 2022 and hopes for 2023 from members of the Medford Bytes community. Happy New Years! Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com  or follow is on instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes Podcast. Please take a...

Medford Teacher's Association 12.12.2022

Today's episode features a conversation with Charlene Douglas and Joanne McKay of the Medford Teacher's Association. They discuss the current teacher contract negotiations.    Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com  or follow is on instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes Podcast. Please take a moment t...

Kit Collins and ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) 28.11.2022

Today's episode includes a conversation with City Councilor Kit Collins about the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and its uses in Medford.  More information about ARPA in Medford can be found here: https://medfordma.org/arpa/ and for more general ARPA information, here: https://home.treasury.gov/system/files/136/SLFRP-Quick-Reference-Guide-FINAL-508a.pdf The slides that Councilor Collins refe...

Frances Nwajei, DEI Director 14.11.2022

Today's interview includes a conversation with Frances Nwajei, DEI Director for the City of Medford. Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gmail.com  or follow is on instagram @medfordpod or Facebook at MedfordBytes Podcast. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts. Thanks so much for listening.

State Rep Christine Barber on Ballot Question 4 31.10.2022

Today's episode includes a conversation with State Representative Christine Barber about Question 4.   For more information about the campaign in support of Yes on 4, visit: https://saferroadsma.com/ as well as  https://www.bostonglobe.com/2022/10/16/opinion/yes-question-4/?link_id=5&can_id=905ceac2a072b57e50c9ef9390d983e6&source=email-boston-globe-endorses-yes-on-4&email_referrer=email_1703660&em...

Xtreme Ninja Martial Arts and Fitness 17.10.2022

Today's episode included a conversation with Ninja and Anna Nguyen from Extreme Ninja Martial Arts and Fitness. For more information about their services, you can visit https://www.xtremeninja.com/  You can purchase Ninja's book, Step on the Mat at by visiting https://www.steponthemat.com/  Thanks so much for listening to today's episode. You can reach out to us by email at medfordpod@gm...

Moms Demand Action Against Gun Violence with Erin Dowd 03.10.2022

Today's episode includes a conversation with Erin Dowd from Moms Demand Action. More information about the organization and the Be Smart initiative can be found at https://momsdemandaction.org and https://besmartforkids.org  The next Medford Moms Demand Action local team membership meeting is on October 16th at 3:30 PM in Medford. Please feel free to reach out to Erin  at erindowd.ma@gmail.com for...

Adaptive Sports with Kate Quinn of Medford Recreation 19.09.2022

Today's episode includes a conversation with Kate Quinn from Medford Recreations about the Adaptive Sports Program. Kate can be reached at  kquinn@medford-ma.gov and more information about Medford Recreation can be found on their website at www. MedfordRecreation.org. The Inclusion Request form that Kate mentions can be found here  5968_medford_rec_inclusion_services_request.pdf (myrec.com) More i...

Voter Guide with City Council VP, Zac Bears 05.09.2022

Welcome to Season 3! Today we discuss this Fall's local and state elections with City Council Vice President, Zac Bears.  Thanks so much for listening today’s episode and as always, if you have feedback about this episode or ideas for future episodes, you can email medfordpod@gmail.com. You can also subscribe, rate and review the podcast on spotify and apple podcasts. Thanks so much for listening.

Nichole Mossalam for State Rep 08.08.2022

Today's interview includes a conversation with Nicole Mossalam, canditate for state representative of Massachusett's 35th district. Fofr more information about her campaign, you can visit https://votemossalam.com/ Thanks so much for listening today’s episode and as always, if you have feedback about this episode or ideas for future episodes, you can email medfordpod@gmail.com. You can also subscri...

Alysia LaGambina, Community Social Worker 01.08.2022

Today's interview includes a conversation with Alysia LaGambina, Community Social Worker for the City of Medford. For more information about resources mentioned in this episode, you can visit  https://medfordma.org/departments/health-department/ For more information about Substance Use Recovery Support in Medford you can visit: https://medfordma.org/departments/health-department-2/recovery-coach/...

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