Trenton Waves

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Trenton Waves

This podcast consistently makes waves by working to create a better name for the beloved town of Trenton, New Jersey. Hosts Frank and Christina Sasso talk with Trenton business owners, artists, and other local personalities, all in the pursuit of exploring the beauty of Trenton. They also emphasize the best parts of the oft-misunderstood New Jersey capital - giving a platform to Trenton's most interesting people, places, and stories. The podcast has the perfect morning talk-show vibe without the constraints of a radio show.

  1. Nothing Like a Mouthful of Metal

    FEB 11

    Nothing Like a Mouthful of Metal

    Frank uses a new piece of technology in the studio to record because he couldn't know what he did with the SD card the show gets recorded on. Medina Health Center's Mira Sadeghi and Nabeel Khan from last week almost became Frank's favorite guest because of a gift of cannolis. Once again, Frank explains the what Trenton Waves is about.SHOUT OUT TO: Cameron from JR Cigars in Selma, NC GUEST: Rich Hopkins It's time to dive head first into the world of Rich Hopkins! Rich is part of the New Pod City network and his show "Mouthful of Metal" is a hit podcast. In this episode, Rich joins the Sassos in the studio to discuss his expertise in music, but also...in life! -- GET YOUR TICKETS NOW! Capital Philharmonic presents "Spring Serenades"on March 16, 2025 at 4:00 PM featuring: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Conductor, Sebastian Grand Get your tickets here: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/42556178/spring-serenades-trenton-capital-philharmonic-of-new-jersey Location: War Memorial Ballroom in Trenton, NJ -- Visit PappyCo.com today for bourbon lifestyle products and cigars! EnterTRENTONWAVES at checkout for 15% off your order!

    1h 3m
  2. Medina Health Center: Free Healthcare in Trenton—yeah, FREE!

    FEB 1

    Medina Health Center: Free Healthcare in Trenton—yeah, FREE!

    Now, as the official podcast of the Capital Philharmonic, the Sassos discuss buying a Christmas tree at Home Depot and the service they received. Frank also warns Podcastia not to accept FREE hot chocolate from any organization, group, parade, etc. They also share on the neighborhood light show trolley ride they went on with a Goth Dad sitting next to Frank. GUESTS: Here's something that's FREE that you SHOULD accept! Trenton NJ's Medina Health Center Director of Operations, ⁠Mira Sadeghi, MPH and Director of Development, Nabeel Khan, MRC join the Sassos in the studio this week. Medina Health Center offers walk-in primary care, free of charge and patients do not need to have insurance, ID, or an appointment to be seen. They are 100% FREE for all. Medina Health Center 828 N Olden Ave Trenton, NJ 08638 609-323-5159 ⁠MedinaHealthCare.org -- GET YOUR TICKETS NOW! Capital Philharmonic presents "Spring Serenades" on March 16, 2025 at 4:00 PM featuring: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Conductor, Sebastian Grand Get your tickets here: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/42556178/spring-serenades-trenton-capital-philharmonic-of-new-jersey Location: War Memorial Ballroom in Trenton, NJ -- Visit PappyCo.com today for bourbon lifestyle products and cigars! Enter TRENTONWAVES at checkout for 15% off your order!

    49 min
  3. CPNJ: The New Year's Eve Tradition Continues!

    12/28/2024

    CPNJ: The New Year's Eve Tradition Continues!

    In this episode: The Sassos breathe a sigh of relief that Jenna Figueroa-Kettenburg won the South Ward Council Election and don't have to hear the Jenna song anymore. Patriots Week is back. Go to PatriotsWeek.com for more information! True or False: Three out of four couples over 65 years old do not exchange Christmas Gifts. Send your answers to New Pod City by going here: https://www.newpodcity.com/contact-us.html Frank narrowly escapes a head-trauma accident. The Sassos goes to an antique store and Frank notices 2 plastic superhero sharing an intimate moment. Guests: Capital Philharmonic of New Jersey's President, John Hatch, Executive Director, Jill Aguayo, and CPNJ's resident Musicologist and NYE Emcee, Joel Phillips. The New Year's Eve tradition returns for its 11th year as well as the very real possibility of getting John Hatch to appear with a triangle! -- Pappy and Company PappyCo.com Enter TRENTONWAVES on checkout to receive 15% off your order. ---------- Get your NYE tickets now for the Capital Philharmonic at 609-200-0443 or visit them online at: CapitalPhilharmonic.org and to sign up for a season subscription, go here: https://www.capitalphilharmonic.org/season-brochure Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NJCPO Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cpnewjersey X: https://twitter.com/njcpo ---------- Trenton Waves Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/newpodcity Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newpodcityllc X: https://x.com/newpodcity TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newpodcity

    43 min
  4. Gut Wrenching with John Palma

    12/18/2024

    Gut Wrenching with John Palma

    Podcastia! You wanted him, you got him. That's right, John Palma is back! This time with even more Butterball-Shock Power and carrying a number 4 wrench! While Christina is out getting her hair cut, Frank snuck John into the studio for another idiotic yet informative conversation. That's right. "Informative". There's even a caller who was waiting on hold for most of the episode in hopes of Frank checking the phone. -- Visit PappyCo.com today for your Christmas shopping and enter TRENTONWAVES at checkout for 15% off your order!

    1 hr
  5. Disrupting Ride Share

    12/04/2024

    Disrupting Ride Share

    John Snee is on a mission - one that will completely disrupt the ride share industry. It's called U Limo, and yeah, it's a big threat! John hangs with Frank in the studio this week on Trenton Waves to talk all things U Limo, his obsession with Madame Curie, and why he's the only Italian ginger Frank has ever met. Visit PappyCo.com today for your Christmas shopping and enter TRENTONWAVES at checkout for 15% off your order! Visit U Limo at: https://www.ulimo.co U Limo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniversityLimo U Limo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ulimoinc

    38 min
  6. Bellview Winery with Patrick Harney

    11/26/2024

    Bellview Winery with Patrick Harney

    Patrick Harney joins the Sassos this week to talk all things Bellview Winery - from grape growing to distribution. In great form, he brings oysters and wine with him to the studio. Lobby Club's Mike Haelig makes a surprise visit to put in his 2 cents. Stay tuned for post outro bonus content. -- Get your flying pig cigars and any other bourbon-lifestyle products at PappyCo.com and enter TRENTONWAVES on checkout and receive 15% off your order. -- Visit Bellview Winery at BellviewWinery.com Visit Bellview Winery on Instagram at: Instagram.com/BellviewWinery -- Visit the Atlantic Wine Project at AtlanticWineProject.com -- Visit the Bottle Shop at BottleShop.com -- Visit the Lobby Club at: TheLobbyClubNJ.com -- Visit Valley View Organic Beef Farm at: ValleyViewOrganicBeefFarm.com Visit Valley View Organic Beef Farm on Instagram at: Instagram.com/ValleyViewOrganicBeefFarm -- Visit Case's Mansfield Apple Cider Mill on Facebook at: Facebook.com/CasesMansfieldCiderMill

    1h 2m
  7. Bon Appetit with the Philadelphia Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra

    11/20/2024

    Bon Appetit with the Philadelphia Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra

    This week, Composer Dan Spalding and his wife and pianist Gabriela Imreh, join the Sassos in the studio this week to talk about their new show, “Bon Appétit!". They also find out how Dan and Gabriela met - a story you won't wanna miss! The Philadelphia Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra will present Lee Hoiby’s one-person comic opera “Bon Appétit!,” inspired by PBS’ “French Chef,” at the New Jersey State Museum Auditorium, under the direction of Daniel Spalding. The tuneful music of Saint Saëns, Chopin, Scott Joplin, and Martinu rounds out this triple bill, along with National Champion Ballroom Dancers Anton Domansky and Ruth Hernández, and acclaimed pianist Artem Tenkeli. There will also be surprises! TICKETS: $40 (general seating) & $60 (VIP seating front and center, limited availability) purchase tickets here: https://www.onthestage.tickets/philadelphia-virtuosi-chamber-orchestra/widget?widgetStyle=list&forwardEventId=66b651bf5beeca69c1486b1b&forwardProductionId=66b5365f63665c0f1222d044&newTab=true#/select-tickets

    52 min
  8. Effectively Efficient with Author Norbert Niakas

    11/15/2024

    Effectively Efficient with Author Norbert Niakas

    Author Norbert Niakas schools Frank and Christina this week on the importance of time management, being physically and mentally fit, and why Thundercats shaped his adulthood. “I don’t have time” is one of the main reason’s people give for not living a healthier lifestyle. Norbert's new book, "Effectively Efficient: Self-Care for Today's Fast-Paced World" obliterates this reason! With a specific focus on exercise, healthy eating, and meditation, this book provides research-backed guidance for how to cut down time spent on these three essential health elements, to minutes for each per day. Find out how all-day energy, vibrance, fitness, and health can be attained without hours spent in the gym, prepping food, and on other time-consuming self-care strategies. With a short daily investment, you can enjoy life at your best, while also creating more time to pursue your passions, personal projects, spending time with family, or whatever fulfills you and makes you happy! Get your copy today here: https://www.amazon.com/Effectively-Efficient-Self-Care-Todays-Fast-Paced/dp/B0DJYDDLYY/ref=monarch_sidesheet_title Visit Norbert on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cptvegetable

    39 min
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About

This podcast consistently makes waves by working to create a better name for the beloved town of Trenton, New Jersey. Hosts Frank and Christina Sasso talk with Trenton business owners, artists, and other local personalities, all in the pursuit of exploring the beauty of Trenton. They also emphasize the best parts of the oft-misunderstood New Jersey capital - giving a platform to Trenton's most interesting people, places, and stories. The podcast has the perfect morning talk-show vibe without the constraints of a radio show.

Information

  • Channel
    New Pod City
  • Creator
    Frank and Christina Sasso - New Pod City
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    198
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Frank and Christina Sasso - New Pod City
  • Show Website
    Trenton Waves

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