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CommonWealth Beacon: Codcast episode |
Providing accurate and timely information about what matters in Franklin, MA since 2007. * Working in collaboration with Franklin TV and Radio (wfpr.fm) since October 2019 *
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
CommonWealth Beacon: Codcast episode features Ed Augustus on housing (audio)
Friday, March 21, 2025
ReThinking with Adam Grant: "Improving teen mental health with Lisa Damour" (audio)
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ReThinking with Adam Grant |
"Adolescence can be an emotionally volatile time, and in the age of social media, concerns about teenage mental health are more pressing than ever — for teens and parents alike. Dr. Lisa Damour is a clinical psychologist who specializes in teenagers and their mental health, consulting on the Pixar film Inside Out 2 and authoring the New York Times bestselling books Untangled, Under Pressure and The Emotional Lives of Teenagers.
Lisa and Adam discuss the real problems facing teenagers today and unpack misconceptions about mental health, how many friends and how much sleep teens really need and why it truly takes a village to raise a teenager."
Thursday, March 20, 2025
Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday, March 20, 2025
Franklin and its local government, services and events
- This segment features the recent Chalboard Chat session where we recap the School Committee meeting, redistricting and the Joint Budget sessions https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/03/this-chalkboard-chat-condenses-mtg-of.html
Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf
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Wednesday, February 19, 2025
NYTimes.com: A Democrat Who Is Thinking Differently (Listen, Read)
Continue to read the article via this "gift" link -> https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/18/opinion/ezra-klein-podcast-jake-auchincloss.html?smid=em-shareA Democrat Who Is Thinking Differently
A Democrat Who Is Thinking Differently (Listen, Read)
Representative Jake Auchincloss discusses how the Democratic Party can offer meaningful alternatives to voters.
Friday, February 7, 2025
New term to know: "Muzzle velocity" (video)
New term to know: "Muzzle velocity" (video)
"Look closely at the first two weeks of Donald Trump’s second term and you’ll see something very different than what he wants you to see"
Thursday, February 6, 2025
Board of Health designates agent for Tobacco control & appoints alternate for Metacomet Health (audio)
FM #1372 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1372 the series.
This session of the radio show shares the Town of Franklin Board of Health Meeting held on Wednesday, February 5, 2024. The meeting agenda listed it being conducted via Google meet. However, the 2 members of the Board (Harris, Mu-Chow) (1 absent - Sweet) and Health Dept members apparently were present together.
Quick Recap:
Discussion on designation of Mass Health Office Association (MHOA) as the tobacco control agent for the town. Motion approved by 2-0 vote via roll call
Discussion on the new MEtacomet Advisory Board oversight board and need to appoint an alternate contact in addition to Director Liberty. Motion made to appoint Kerry McKay as advisory board alternate board member and approved 2-0
Healthy brains program for 2025. Kick off with a podcast to be scheduled. Increase awareness, provide resources, in advance of the onset of dementia and other brain afflictions. Focus initially at the Senior Center, Housing Authority, & Library. SAFE Coalition is close to getting their ‘mega brain’ display which can be walked through. Simulation dementia experience via hospital. Training possible for wait staff to assist with making that restaurant ordering process a less stressful experience
Health agent report, monthly training completed
COVID tests still available via the Health nurse at Senior Center, call to arrange pickup. Flu season; 80% of the cases occurred during January (folks actually getting tested, so still likely an undercount)
Steve chimed in that he had a contact for the brain program will send info to Cathleen. Also the agenda doc link for the meeting was not clickable, it could be copied but wasn’t clickable
Motion to adjourn, second, passes 2-0-1 (1 absent)
The meeting runs about 26 minutes. Let’s listen to the Board of Health meeting Feb 5, 2025. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1372-franklin-ma-board-of-health-mtg-02-05-25/
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The Board of Health agenda can be found ->
https://franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02052025-1543
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I hope you enjoy!
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Saturday, January 25, 2025
Energize Franklin schedules meeting for Saturday, Feb 1 at 9:30 AM
"Energize Franklin is a nonprofit organization committed to climate action serving the Town of Franklin and surrounding communities.
Please join us for our next meeting at 9:30 am on Saturday, February 1!
Meetings are held in the Lodi & Crothers Conference Room No. 217 at the Franklin Library."
Monday, January 20, 2025
The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW): Episode 281 - Buying Tips For New Wine Drinkers (audio)
Monday, January 6, 2025
Senior Center event highlights for week of Jan 6, 2025
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Senior Center event highlights for week of Jan 6, 2025 |
"New Year New You!
Come in and try a new class or activity.
Make a new friend.
Try something new!
Here’s what’s happening this week at the #franklinseniorcenter
Monday, December 23, 2024
The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW): Episode 279 - Talking Bubbly For New Years
- Highlight the podcast award nomination in 2024.
- Promote our 24/7 radio and TV stations, which offer wine enthusiasts endless content.
- Bubbly Trivia
- Bubbly stats and stories
- Bubbly Pairings
- Making vinegar
Sunday, November 17, 2024
What I am listening to? Adam Grant & Vivek Murthy's conversation is a worthy one (audio)
One of many "take-away" moments from the conversation between Adam Grant & Vivek Murthy:
Vivek Murthy: "When we serve other people, we not only feel connected to them in the moment, but we actually remind ourselves that we have value to bring to the world.
And that is something that we lose. When we struggle with chronic loneliness. We start to believe over time that we're lonely because we deserve it. 'cause we're not likable. We're not lovable. And that can be a downward spiral for people. 'cause the more you feel that, the harder it is to reach out. To other people and service can help break that cycle."
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Freakonomics Radio: Why Rent Control Doesn’t Work (Update) (audio)
Sunday, November 3, 2024
Insights on the forthcoming Train station mural
via https://www.instagram.com/kaylajeannisbet/
"Normally I share a project with you after it’s done and wrapped with a bow but since the exciting word is out thanks to the @franklinmatters.ma podcast, this time, I’m sharing backwards. Or rather starting from the beginning. In 1778 to be exact!I’m honored to have been asked to design a mural for the Dean College/Franklin T station. The mural will celebrate the historical charm and history of our town. I promise to put my fun + simple spin on it, and always with a touch of whimsy! On this journey with me are members from the @franklin_art_association, @franklinculturalcouncil02038, Franklin Cultural District, and Franklin High School. Here are some sneak peeks as we begin the long process of applying to the MBTA for mural permissions.A huge thank you to @beccarausch4ma for awarding Franklin an extremely generous grant for Public Art and for Cory Shea @franklinculture for asking me to lead this project. This project wouldn’t be possible without both of these amazing ladies, or without the help of Dr. Robert Lawson, Dean College History Professor and our town Archivist, Rowan Lowell who have helped me extensively research Franklin’s rich history.So proud of what has been accomplished already and I can’t wait to paint this with the team in the Spring. Listen to the Franklin Matters podcast on the link in bio for more info!"
Monday, September 30, 2024
FHS podcast to Focus on Franklin (video)
"Welcome FHS!!!
Join Katie Mullen on her new podcast Focus on Franklin. Focus on Franklin provides information about events in FHS and in town.
Look forward to interviews with sports captains and club presidents in the near future."
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Explaining the Dunning-Kruger effect and overcoming overconfidence with David Dunning (audio)
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the Dunning-Kruger effect |
Via Adam Grant & The Re: Thinking podcast:
"The Dunning-Kruger effect is a rare psychological concept that has achieved pop culture fame.
David Dunning -- the lead author and one of the world’s most-cited psychologists -- joins Adam to discuss his famous findings about the arrogance of ignorance, the challenges of knowing what you don’t know, and the dangers of “doing your own research.”
Then David and Adam uncover strategies for overcoming overconfidence among amateurs as well as experts."
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
Did you know that the Apple Podcast Update has me "feet dancing" happy?
Friday, August 2, 2024
Don't Listen to this! Brene Brown interviews "Esther Perel on New AI – Artificial Intimacy" (audio)
"In this first episode in a series on the possibilities and costs of living beyond human scale, Brené and Esther Perel discuss how we manage the paradox of exploring the world of social media and emerging technologies while staying tethered to our humanness. How do we create IRL relationships where we see and value others and feel seen and valued in the context of constant scrolling and using digital technology as armor?"
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Don't Listen to this! Brene Brown interviews "Esther Perel on New AI – Artificial Intimacy" (audio) |
Thursday, August 1, 2024
The Turntable Show - the playlist collection
The Turntable Show
"Enjoy a fun experience with co-hosts The Vibe and Pauly G sharing personal discussions about a featured rock n roll vinyl record (1st hour) and the best, all music Vibe Playlist (2nd hour)"