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Pride Planning Committee Jun 07, 2022

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Today's episode includes an interview with members of the Pride Planning Committee. Make sure to check out the Queer Art Show at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Medford at 157 High Street THIS Thursday, June 9th from 6-9pm.

A full list of events can be found at http://www.medfordma.org/mayor2/city-events/

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.

Still No Cap: An Update to Ms Whalen's Class's Podcast (Ft Paul Ruseau) Jun 06, 2022

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Today's episode is an update from Ms. Whalen's 8th-grade class regarding their work to advocate for a change in the student dress code. This topic will be on tonight's agenda for School Committee so you can show up - virtually (https://mps02155-org.zoom.us/j/91697745538) or in person, to show your support for all of their hard work. 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.

Lila D'Antonio Medford High School GSA May 30, 2022

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Today's episode includes an interview with a member of the Medford High School's GSA. As stated on their website, https://medfordhighgsa.wordpress.com/about-2/ , the Medford High Gay-Straight Alliance is one of the largest GSAs in Massachusetts. We work throughout the high school to create a safer, more accepting environment for the LGBTQ+ community and for people of all identities. We often collaborate with other clubs, such as Amnesty International, to host well-known and well-loved events throughout the year. 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.

Milva McDonald May 23, 2022

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Thanks to Dave McKenna for the update about actions we can take in response to the recent complaint against the Medford Police Department, Follow this link to read and sign the open letter to Mayor Lungo-Koehn https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/open-letter-to-mayor-lungo-koehn?hash=f7947a86a0ad5cb4ca4639c0115b6a3b&fbclid=IwAR1OKHedol11_vFSBTkAGAx0IxX2kg0ibrN0YrDGXtvP0wFlp2ptrqZFKuY Today's episode includes an interview with Milva McDonald about the process of Charter Review in Medford. For more information, you can check out https://medfordcharterreview.org/index.html You can also attend the Charter Review Coalition meeting which convenes about once a month. 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.

No Cap: a Podcast by Ms Whalen's 8th Grade Class May 21, 2022

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Information for this note was take from https://www.wgbh.org/news/lifestyle/2022/05/09/listen-up-here-are-the-finalists-of-the-2022-student-podcast-challenge Displeased with their school district's policy restricting students from wearing hats and hoods, a group of middle schoolers plan to challenge the rule at an upcoming school committee meeting. Over the course of this podcast, the students explore the history of this rule and lend insight on how they plan to challenge it. by: Giancarlo Astuccio, Frank Barbosa, Christian Bernier, Christie Bonocoeur, Carducci Cherry, Paul DeMayo, Francis DiRienzo, Latrell Huggins, Yisel Romero, Gavin Lin, Carlos Loredo, Makayla Maccarone, Marcello McLaughlin, William Ogles, Amari Peoples, Wildji Simon, Gabriel Waple Submitted by: Amelia Whalen, Andrews Middle School 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.

A Dialogue On #bansoffourbodies with Chelli and Danielle May 16, 2022

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Today's episode includes a conversation between Danielle and Chelli about their thoughts and reactions to the SCOTUS Draft that argues for the overturning of Roe v Wade. Here are some resources to follow up on today's episode. We are missing many so if you have some to share, don't hesitate to reach out. Find out who your legislators are by visiting https://malegislature.gov/search/findmylegislator and let them know how feel about the SCOTUS draft. Visit keepourclinics.org to donate to support abortion clinics.

Trove Green Provisions May 09, 2022

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This episode includes an interview with Clare Flaherty, owner of Trove Green Provisions. You can find more information about the shop at https://www.trovegreenprovisions.com/ Thanks so much for listening to 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.

Mea Mustone (feat. Chelli Keshavan) May 02, 2022

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Today's episode includes an interview with School Committee Member, Mea Mustone. School Committee meets on Mondays at 6:30pm. That meeting for today (May 2nd) can be found here on zoom https://mps02155-org.zoom.us/j/91728927112 as well as in person.

Medford Bytes is also raising money for the Medford High School Gay-Straight Alliance through the sale of t-shirts celebrating Medford's first Pride event. Support the fundraiser here: https://www.customink.com/fundraising/medford-bytes-fundraiser-for-mhs-gsa

Thanks so much for listening to 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.

Swapit Apr 25, 2022

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Today's episode includes an interview with Stefanie Johnson, owner of Swapit. To learn more about Swapit, you can check out their website at https://www.swapit.cool/home-page Medford Bytes is also raising money for the Medford High School Gay-Straight Alliance through the sale of t-shirts celebrating Medford's first Pride event. Support the fundraiser here: https://www.customink.com/fundraising/medford-bytes-fundraiser-for-mhs-gsa Thanks so much for listening to day’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.

Sharon Hays Apr 18, 2022

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Today's episode includes an interview with School Committee Member Sharon Hays. She can be reached by email at shays@medford.k12.ma.us or by phone at (339) 545-1201. Medford Bytes is also raising money for the Medford High School Gay-Straight Alliance through the sale of t-shirts celebrating Medford's first Pride event. Support the fundraiser here: https://www.customink.com/fundraising/medford-bytes-fundraiser-for-mhs-gsa Thanks so much for listening to day’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.

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