Notable New England

gbossmusicco
Notable New England

Welcome to the Notable New England podcast. I’m your host, Gretchen B. I’m a lifelong New Englander and I’m excited to share with you the people, places, and things that make New England so noteworthy. Subscribe, tell a friend, grab a ”regulah” and a Boston cream, and tune in. Episodes are released bi-weekly on Sundays.

Episodes

  1. 6D AGO

    Episode 9: Meet the Undaunted Professor Harp: A New England Blues Legend Keeping the Music Alive

    🎙️ Meet the Undaunted Professor Harp: A New England Blues Legend 🎶 In this episode of Notable New England, we kick things off with Wicked Lite Bites—fun, lighthearted stories and things to do around New England. Then, we dive into an inspiring conversation with New England blues legend Professor Harp! Professor Harp shares his incredible journey in blues, from his influences and favorite artists to his experiences performing across the region and bringing the blues overseas. Whether you're a blues lover, a music history buff, or just love discovering local legends, this episode is packed with New England music history and passionate storytelling. 🔹 Topics Covered:🎶 Professor Harp’s musical influences and blues journey🎶 His upcoming shows in New England🎶 His experience bringing blues to international audiences🎶 Why keeping the blues alive matters today 🎧 Tune in and discover why Professor Harp remains a powerful force in music. 📌 Show Notes & Resources: 🔹 Episode Sources, References & Featured Links🔹 Music licensing & credits 💙 Support Notable New England: Join our Notable New England Patreon community for a dedicated space to connect, explore New England history, hidden gems, and local stories without the distractions of traditional social media! Get early, ad-free episodes and exclusive perks starting at just $2 a month. Your support helps cover production costs and keeps engaging episodes coming! Or, sign up for free and connect with other lovely listeners. 👉 Join here 📢 Follow Notable New England: 🔹 Patreon🔹 Bluesky🔹 YouTube🔹 TikTok 🎙️ Podcast Website: https://notablene.podbean.com/📩 Contact: gbossmusicco@gmail.com

    27 min
  2. MAR 2

    Episode 8: Wicked Smart: Great Inventions to Come Out of New England

    Did you know that microwaves, basketball, and chocolate chip cookies were all invented in New England? From everyday essentials to game-changing breakthroughs, this episode of Notable New England explores the fascinating history behind some of the region’s most iconic inventions. Before diving into these incredible inventions, we kick things off with Wicked Lite Bites—a fun, lighthearted roundup of news and happenings from all six New England states. 🎧 Listen now to discover:✔️ How a Maine scientist accidentally invented the microwave oven 🍽️✔️ The Massachusetts dentist who changed golf forever ⛳✔️ The Rhode Island entrepreneur behind the modern diner industry 🍽️✔️ The pioneering women who revolutionized fashion & style 👗✔️ And much more! If you love New England history, fun facts, and hidden gems, this episode is a must-listen! 📌 Show Notes & Resources: 🔹 Episode Sources, References & Featured Links🔹 Music licensing & credits 💙 Support Notable New England: Join our Notable New England Patreon community for a dedicated space to connect, explore New England history, hidden gems, and local stories without the distractions of traditional social media! Get early, ad-free episodes and exclusive perks starting at just $2 a month. Your support helps cover production costs and keeps engaging episodes coming! Or, sign up for free and connect with other lovely listeners. 👉 Join here 📢 Follow Notable New England: 🔹 Patreon🔹 Bluesky🔹 YouTube🔹 TikTok 🎙️ Podcast Website: https://notablene.podbean.com/📩 Contact: gbossmusicco@gmail.com

    30 min
  3. 11/24/2024

    Premiere Episode

    "Wicked lite bites"—a quick, lighthearted news story from each New England state, the New England origin story of Alice's Restaurant Massacree by Arlo Guthrie and how it became a Thanksgiving tradition, and an interview with Esther Friedman—Massachusetts licensed mental health counselor, expressive art therapist, musician, and the author about finding calm amidst the holiday stress.This episode's audio has been updated to correct two errors: In the Killington story, the pronunciation of "Stifel" has been corrected. In the Alice's Restaurant segment, a source cited incorrectly stated that Ken Shelton, former WBCN DJ, graduated from Emerson College. He is actually a graduate of Brooklyn College and Boston University’s School of Communication. The incorrect information has been removed. Research sources  Music credits and proof of licensing Episode links mentioned: Buy tickets for Esther Friedman's group The Secret Sauce at Club Passim, Sun. Dec 1 at 7pm. 47 Palmer St., Cambridge, MApassim.org Read Esther Friedman's Book, The Gentle Souls Revolution. Available in paperback, e-book, and audiobook formats on Amazon Visit Esther Friedman's website for information on therapy, Esther's music, blog posts, and more.gentlesoulsrevolution.com Support Notable New England:Your support covers production costs, fuels engaging new episodes, and helps ensure the podcast's long-term success. Tiered membership levels offer access to exclusive rewards that make your support even more special.https://www.patreon.com/c/notablenewengland Follow Notable New England:FacebookInstagramThreadsBlueskyTik TokYouTube Podcast website: https://notablene.podbean.com/ Contact: gbossmusicco@gmail.com

    46 min
5
out of 5
10 Ratings

About

Welcome to the Notable New England podcast. I’m your host, Gretchen B. I’m a lifelong New Englander and I’m excited to share with you the people, places, and things that make New England so noteworthy. Subscribe, tell a friend, grab a ”regulah” and a Boston cream, and tune in. Episodes are released bi-weekly on Sundays.

You Might Also Like

Content Restricted

This episode can’t be played on the web in your country or region.

To listen to explicit episodes, sign in.

Stay up to date with this show

Sign in or sign up to follow shows, save episodes, and get the latest updates.

Select a country or region

Africa, Middle East, and India

Asia Pacific

Europe

Latin America and the Caribbean

The United States and Canada