New Hampshire Has Issues

Liz Canada
  • 5.0 (14)
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New Hampshire Has Issues is the podcast that dares to ask, how many issues can one state have?  New episodes every Tuesday.

  1. 4D AGO

    Congress with Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander

    New Hampshire has issues, but what about Congress?   Liz and Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander talk about it all: the US Constitution, war powers, John McCain, post offices, what to do at the holidays if your family's views are vastly different than your own... Pairs well with Niko Papakonstantis’ episode about Select Boards and Property Taxes New episodes coming in 2026! Become a monthly supporter of the show Have an idea for an upcoming episode? Email Liz: newhampshirehasissues@gmail.com Links: Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander's Constituent ServicesRead the US ConstitutionRead Our TownHouse Passes Goodlander’s Bipartisan Bill to Bolster Rural Small BusinessesTrump calls Goodlander and other Democrats 'traitors' for urging military to defy 'illegal orders' (NHPR)House and Senate both approve releasing the Epstein files by a near unanimous margin (NPR)Trump’s Power Grab Over the Budget Is Breaking the Constitutional Design (The Atlantic)Support the show Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here. New Hampshire Has Issues is generously sponsored by Seacoast Soils, an organic compost and topsoil provider for New Hampshire, Maine, and Northeast Massachusetts. Visit their website at www.seacoastsoil.com!

    31 min

  2. DEC 2

    Disability Rights with Patricia Vincent-Piet

    Spoiler alert: Liz and Pat talk about Wicked. And housing. And curb cuts! Oh my. Pat shares with Liz the significance of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the ongoing challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in accessing affordable and accessible housing in New Hampshire.  New episodes on Tuesdays. Become a monthly supporter of the show Have an idea for an upcoming episode? Email Liz: newhampshirehasissues@gmail.com Links: Pat and Jim's websiteThat's Inclusive! podcast on SpotifyHousing Choice Voucher Program (New Hampshire Housing)Guide to Disability Rights Law (ADA.gov)In New Hampshire, people with disabilities face challenges hiring the help they need (NH Bulletin)New Hampshire disability community rallies against federal cuts to special education (NH Bulletin)Some of Pat's writing: The Soapbox: GOP's war on disabled Americans - Manchester Ink LinkThe Soapbox: Medicaid - A lifeline for the Granite State - Manchester Ink LinkThe Soapbox: Voting in NH is too hard - Manchester Ink LinkClarification from Pat on the Federal Fair Housing Act: "The landlord may choose, where reasonable, to require the tenant to restore the unit to its original condition when the tenant moves. This doesn't apply to "Universal Design elements," where the general thought is that everyone could benefit from a change becoming a permanent part of the rental unit. For example, ramps are considered universal design, and probably would be required to stay a part of the apartment once added." Support the show Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here. New Hampshire Has Issues is generously sponsored by Seacoast Soils, an organic compost and topsoil provider for New Hampshire, Maine, and Northeast Massachusetts. Visit their website at www.seacoastsoil.com!

    47 min

  3. NOV 25

    Feeding People with Kate Constantine

    Should we feed people? What about kids? Why are these questions that Liz has to write? In an episode that should be the least controversial, Liz talks with Kate Constantine from Gather about food pantries, SNAP benefits, food waste, and school meals. New episodes on Tuesdays. Become a supporter of the show --> this helps Liz continue to make episodes! Have an idea for an upcoming episode? Email Liz: newhampshirehasissues@gmail.com Links: Gather’s websiteDonate to GatherNH Hunger SolutionsNH Hunger Solutions Policy and AdvocacyHouse committee defunds relief program for mothers and children, spares SNAP incentives (Concord Monitor)Granite State Market Match program sets new limits due to uncertain federal funding (NHPR)Anti-hunger advocates have a new focus: the school breakfast (NH Bulletin)Portsmouth still has 'way more' restaurants seats than people: Here are numbers (Seacoast Online)New Hampshire Policy Points 2025: Food InsecurityAs federal support for free school meals drops, kids’ stigma may increase (Harvard Public Health)Why universal free school meals matter (The Fern)Food Waste FAQs (USDA)Episodes Referenced: Putting the Fun (yes, fun!) in State Budget Funding with Phil Sletten (part 1)Homelessness ... in New Hampshire? with Erica Diamond and Lauren BombardierSupport the show Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here. New Hampshire Has Issues is generously sponsored by Seacoast Soils, an organic compost and topsoil provider for New Hampshire, Maine, and Northeast Massachusetts. Visit their website at www.seacoastsoil.com!

    49 min

  4. NOV 11

    Veterans Day with Congressman Chris Pappas

    It's Veterans Day - how does Congress work to support veterans?  Liz talks with Congressman Chris Pappas, who serves on the U.S. House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, about what is happening in D.C. (and New Hampshire, of course).  Celebrate 6 months of the podcast by becoming a supporter of the show --> this helps Liz continue to make episodes! Have an idea for an upcoming episode? Email Liz: newhampshirehasissues@gmail.com Links: Congressman Pappas' Constituent ServicesHealth Insurance MarketplaceU.S. Department of Veterans AffairsAmendment backing full VA hospital in NH clears House (Union Leader)New Hampshire veterans moving into campus dedicated to veteran community (WMUR)Support the show Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here. New Hampshire Has Issues is generously sponsored by Seacoast Soils, an organic compost and topsoil provider for New Hampshire, Maine, and Northeast Massachusetts. Visit their website at www.seacoastsoil.com!

    21 min

  5. NOV 11

    Veteran Support: Homelessness, Health Care, and Employment with Henry Och

    It's Veterans Day - how is New Hampshire doing when it comes to supporting our veterans? Liz talks with President and CEO of Harbor Care, Henry Och, about initiatives to support veterans in New Hampshire, particularly when it comes to homelessness, health care, and employment.  If you’re experiencing a mental health crisis or need support, call or text 988 for free, confidential, 24/7 help. Trained crisis counselors are available to listen, provide support, and connect you to resources. You can visit the hotline website at 988lifeline.org/chat. You don't have to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care to connect: Veterans Crisis Line. This episode pairs well with - and references - a previous episode: Homelessness ... in New Hampshire? with Erica Diamond and Lauren Bombardier New episodes on Tuesdays. Become a supporter of the show --> this helps Liz continue to make episodes! Have an idea for an upcoming episode? Email Liz: newhampshirehasissues@gmail.com Links: Harbor CareInformation about Harbor Care's Thanksgiving Community DinnerNew Hampshire's Department of Military Affairs and Veterans ServicesU.S. Department of Veterans AffairsAmendment backing full VA hospital in NH clears House (Union Leader)New Hampshire veterans moving into campus dedicated to veteran community (WMUR)Support the show Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here. New Hampshire Has Issues is generously sponsored by Seacoast Soils, an organic compost and topsoil provider for New Hampshire, Maine, and Northeast Massachusetts. Visit their website at www.seacoastsoil.com!

    39 min

  6. NOV 4

    SNAP Benefits Mini-sode

    Liz goes solo in this first-ever "mini-sode." Perhaps also the last...? In less than 10 minutes, Liz covers the basics about what's happening with SNAP benefits given the government shutdown...and how some New Hampshire lawmakers are choosing to punch down instead of leading with empathy. If you'd like to be a monthly supporter of the show, become a Patreon subscriber! Links - Resources (have one to share? Email Liz): SNAP and WIC Federal Shutdown Information (NH Department of Health and Human Services)New Hampshire Food BankGatherNew Hampshire Community Action PartnershipExeter Community FridgeNH Easy Gateway to Services (DHHS)The state and NH Food Bank are offering help during the shutdown. Here’s how to find that help (NH Bulletin)New Hampshire governor announces list of mobile food pantries for SNAP recipients amid government shutdown (WMUR)Links - News+: Trump Administration to Send Only Partial Food Stamp Payments This Month (NYTimes)New Hampshire Announces Contingency Plan for Delayed SNAP Benefits (DHHS)Up to 76,000 Granite Staters, Particularly in Rural Areas, Face Food Assistance Disruptions Amid Federal Shutdown (NHFPI)The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: An Overview of Potential Under Enrollment in New Hampshire (NHFPI)The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) (Center on Budget and Policy Priorities)Uncertainty Persists for Americans Waiting for Monthly Food Stamps (NYTimes)Have an idea for an episode? Email Liz at newhampshirehasissues@gmail.com Support the show Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here. New Hampshire Has Issues is generously sponsored by Seacoast Soils, an organic compost and topsoil provider for New Hampshire, Maine, and Northeast Massachusetts. Visit their website at www.seacoastsoil.com!

    10 min

  7. OCT 28

    Towns, Property Taxes, and a Street Sweeper (maybe) with Niko Papakonstantis

    What the heck is a "warrant article" and what does it have to do with property taxes? Should you go to a deliberative session? (yes!) Okay, fine, but what is it?  Liz talks with Niko Papakonstantis, the Chair of the Exeter Select Board, about what issues towns face when New Hampshire and the federal government cut services and funding. Niko asks Liz what folks have against street sweepers. Liz asks Niko what "work-life balance" means. New episodes on Tuesdays. Become a supporter of the show --> this helps Liz continue to make episodes! Have an idea for an upcoming episode? Email Liz: newhampshirehasissues@gmail.com Links: Exeter to use $560K grant for new public safety complex amid rising costs (Portsmouth Herald)Londonderry billed $2 million to cover SchoolCare deficit (Union Leader)Concord school board approves budget and tax increase to cover portion of $5m shortfall (Concord Monitor)Risk pool seeks $30M from school districts to erase budget deficit (Union Leader)Lawmakers mull letting Claremont access state aid early to solve $5 million budget crisis (Concord Monitor)School districts look at savings and hiring freezes to cover a $30 million health care bill (NHPR)‘A huge shock’: Concord among hardest hit by surprise health insurance assessment for school districts, other public entities (Concord Monitor)Scanlan says 2 municipal risk pools in danger of 'insolvency' (Union Leader)Support the show Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here. New Hampshire Has Issues is generously sponsored by Seacoast Soils, an organic compost and topsoil provider for New Hampshire, Maine, and Northeast Massachusetts. Visit their website at www.seacoastsoil.com!

    39 min

  8. OCT 21

    The Governor with Jon Kiper

    Someone needed to ask: who would want to be governor of New Hampshire? Jon Kiper does! He ran in the 2024 Democratic primary and he's running again. He talks with Liz about why he's running and what exactly the governor does in New Hampshire. New Hampshire Has Issues (including Liz!) does not endorse candidates. New Hampshire Has Issues (including Liz!) does, however, love to have a good chit chat.  And, of course, if the governor would like to come on the podcast, Liz would be happy to talk about New Hampshire's issues with her!  New episodes on Tuesdays. Become a supporter of the show --> this helps Liz continue to make episodes! Have an idea for an upcoming episode? Email Liz: newhampshirehasissues@gmail.com Links: Jon Kiper's campaign websiteJon Kiper enters NH governor’s race as Democrat, says Ayotte’s reelection isn’t certain (Seacoast Online)Conversations with the candidates in NH’s race for governor: Jon Kiper (NHPR)What is a New Hampshire governor’s job? (Granite State News Collaborative)2026 NH Gubernatorial Primary (Citizens Count)Support the show Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here. New Hampshire Has Issues is generously sponsored by Seacoast Soils, an organic compost and topsoil provider for New Hampshire, Maine, and Northeast Massachusetts. Visit their website at www.seacoastsoil.com!

    44 min
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New Hampshire Has Issues is the podcast that dares to ask, how many issues can one state have?  New episodes every Tuesday.

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  • Creator
    Liz Canada
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 New Hampshire Has Issues
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