The Towncast

From playing professional soccer in England, to starting his own sports training and conditioning school in north Jersey, Matt Higgins shares his journey, his philosophy and what his training is all about.

Rest in peace Floyd (Florio) Vivino. 10/19/1951 - 1/22/2026 We are re-releasing this episode to honor the life of the late Uncle Floyd The one and only Uncle Floyd Vivino shares his journey from growing up in Paterson, to almost graduating Glen Rock high school, to starting one of the longest running shows on television and everything in between. And he shares the origins of the legendary Oogie!

Recently retired NFL referee, Ed Camp, shares his journey from a referee for high school and college ball to the NFL and earning himself one of those coveted NFL Super Bowl Rings!!  He has some great stories on his way up and gave us a close up view of his ring.

Host of Sunday Supper with Vito and Counter Intelligence on WOR radio and iHeart radio, Bob Kosch, joins us and shares his journey from growing up in Hawthorne New Jersey to selling cars to hosting a successful radio show and soon to be television show. You can watch the complete video version on our You Tube channel and don't forget to subscribe!!

Today is the 47th anniversary of the movie JAWS and we are joined by Brendan Anthony, singer, songwriter and resident expert on the actual attacks that took place in New Jersey that inspired Peter Benchley to write the book JAWS.

With so many activities and events coming up, I wanted to take the time to update everyone and make sure you have the dates and times.  I also wanted to take the time to thank you for supporting us with your time. Please make sure you subscribe and follow us on all of our social platforms and our You Tube channel.  To leave your reviews, Google The Towncast and leave a Google review. Thank you!!

Had the chance to sit with published author, high school junior and NJCSS student of the year, Paul B. Duerr.  He shares his inspiration for his writings and celebrates his fellow HHS Marching Band members to whom he dedicated his book as well as a percentage of the proceeds from the sale of the book.  He has a book signing coming up on June 18, 2022 at Shortway's Barn in Hawthorne, NJ f...

North Jersey native, musician and author shares his journey from growing up in Jersey City and Secaucus to touring up and down the Jersey coast with his band and now releasing his sixth book, "Me & George."  Jon will also have a virtual book reading June 2nd at 8:00 pm eastern at the Hawthorne library and online, and a book signing at Shortway's Barn on July 16 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. For informa...

So fortunate to have the chance to chat with Dr. Brianna Fowls as she opens her family medical practice.  She is bringing the old "hometown" feeling back to medicine by offering to come to your home and even gives you her cell phone so you have easy access to your doctor.  We wish her much success in her new practice.

We had the chance to meet with Nicole and Lindsay, or the Kessler Rehabilitation Center, as they discuss the various forms of rehabilitation in which they specialize.  This includes orthopedic as well as vestibular and patients with all degrees of scoliosis.

Since 1937 The Rispoli family has been serving some of the best Italian pastries in northern New Jersey. Today Gabrielle (Gaye) and Peter Rispoli share their journey from West New York to opening up their newest location in Hawthorne, New Jersey.

We had the chance to sit with John Carlo, president of Pantheon Construction and Pantheon Kitchen and Baths, and talked about his journey from growing up in Hawthorne, to starting his own business and now, his newest endeavor, Ten86 Cigar Lounge with its own golf simulator.  He offers some nice discounts for any of you golfers and cigar aficionados! 

With mother's day just around the corner, we had the chance to talk to Barbara Bruce Ross, owner of B. Witching Bath Co.  Barbara shares her journey from financial executive to owner of one of the best bath and body shops in New Jersey!

I enjoyed this episode with Blaine, the owner of Breeding Ground Fitness.  He shares the challenges he was up against, opening his gym during covid.  He also offers a great discount for high school students in Glen Rock, Hawthorne and any town who mentions the Towncast.

Denise shares her journey from being a little girl and seeing spirits to starting her own company, Halo Readings.  As a skeptic, Denise helped me understand exactly what a psychic medium is, what they do and how she got to where she is today.  She also offers a nice discount on her artwork.

This conversation is actually in two parts, while this was recorded some time ago, it's very timely with the Academy Awards being last night.  Edward, calling from the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences museum, shares some awesome Hollywood stories including the murder of George Reeves, the original Superman. 

It's encouraging to see the store fronts on Rock Road start to open up again. Today we had the chance to talk to Mike Trasso, who just opened up Trasso Jiujitsu in Glen Rock. Michael shares his journey from Lyndhurst, to competing nationally and finally realizing his dream and opening up his own gym in Glen Rock. If you would like to see the video version of this podcast, make sure you visit the T...

Being chosen as one of the top 10 greatest Irish pubs in New Jersey for St. Patrick’s day, I was able to catch up with Dave McGoldrick, co-owner of The Celtic Corner in Hawthorne, NJ. Dave talks about his journey from the northwestern part of Ireland to moving to the US and meeting his future partner, Roy O'Donovan, which is a great story! Wishing you all a very healthy and happy St. Patrick's day...

We had the pleasure to meet with Michael McGowan, owner of Carrick Mor, a beautiful store with incredible authentic Irish apparel, food and gifts. He shares his journey from being born in Carrick, Ireland to moving to the US and settling in Glen Rock.

A yummy episode with one of the oldest deli's in town.  Pat Stewart shares her and her late husband's journey from working at Wilkes' to operating Stewart's Deli for over 36 years.  They also share some delicious daily specials and their upcoming St. Patrick's day meals.

Part two of the incredible episode with Tom Gorman, superintendent of schools in Ridgewood and co-author of the book "I Called Her Mary," the O'Hagan family and Mary Boler, the book's namesake, share the story of the matriarch, Margaret O'Hagan, from growing up in rural Ireland, to pregnant at 17, giving her daughter up for adoption only to reunite with her 52 years later. A story of anguish, pain...

An incredible episode with Tom Gorman, superintendent of schools in Ridgewood and co-author of the book "I Called Her Mary", the O'Hagan family and Mary Boler, the book's namesake, share the story of the matriarch, Margaret O'Hagan, from growing up in rural Ireland, to pregnant at 17, giving her daughter up for adoption only to reunite with her 52 years later.  A story of anguish, pain, heartache,...

You do not have to be a fan of Irish Whiskey to appreciate what Chris Lescowicz, master blender, has created to help support one of the oldest and still existing regiments, the Fighting 69th.  Chris shares the incredible story of the 69th from the civil war, to bringing the "fighting Irish" to Notre Dame, to leading the St. Patrick's Day parade for well of 100 years.  And by the way, the...

Dee Stevens, owner of this amazing store, shares her journey from Long Island to New Jersey and running this store for over 29 years. They have gifts, games and toys for children and adults of all ages.

Local author, Kendall Smith, shares his journey from growing up without a father in his life to writing a "playbook" for first time dads.  It's a great read for any first time fathers who want to be the best dad, husband and man they can be.