The Parkway (RE) Podcast

Danielle M. O'Brien

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The Parkway (RE) Podcast is a community-driven show spotlighting the stories, businesses, and organizations that keep West Roxbury and Boston’s Parkway area moving. From trusted local voices to honest real estate insight, this podcast delivers neighborhood perspective straight from the front steps. Real conversations. Real community.

Oct 24

🎙️ Episode 15: The Horror Next Door - Dave Purdy on Making The Shade

Join Danielle O'Brien, Broker/Owner of Parkway Real Estate, as she sits down with Dave Purdy, a West Roxbury resident and the producer and co-writer of the indie horror film The Shade, set around a Massachusetts Halloween. In this episode, Danielle talks with Dave about his path from a career in finance to co-founding Red King Cinema with director Tyler Chipman, and what it took to take The Shade from a short film to a festival premiere at the Brooklyn Horror Film Festival, a theatrical release, and streaming. The conversation covers how making a film works like running a small business, how social media, YouTube, and AI are changing the industry, and why Dave and Tyler wanted to explore grief and mental health inside a horror story. Dave also shares what's next for Red King Cinema, and Danielle brings the conversation back home with a look at the movies that have been filmed around West Roxbury and Boston. With Halloween right around the corner, this episode is a celebration of local creativity, small business grit, and the stories that start in our own neighborhood. Follow our host, Danielle O'Brienfb: https://www.facebook.com/danielle.m.obrieninsta: https://www.instagram.com/danielle.m.obrien/ Follow our guest, Dave Purdy of Red King CinemaWatch The Shade on YouTube: https://youtu.be/l6TkZxeewWwinsta: https://www.instagram.com/redkingcinemaThe Shade insta: https://www.instagram.com/theshademovie Follow our brokerage, Parkway Real Estatehttp://parkway.realestateparkwayrellc@gmail.com857-400-9098 fb: https://www.facebook.com/parkwayRE/insta: @parkwayrealestate
Oct 10

🎙️ Episode 14: No Tricks, Just Treats - Inside Parkway in Motion

Join Danielle O’Brien, Broker/Owner of Parkway Real Estate, as she sits down with Dave Giordano, president of Parkway in Motion, the all-volunteer nonprofit behind some of West Roxbury’s most beloved community events. In this episode, Dave shares how it all began in the late 1990s with founder Ryan Mason bringing old friends back together through basketball and flag football tournaments. He also explains how it became a 501(c)(3) in 2010 with a mission to connect neighbors across the Parkway. The conversation covers the Easter egg hunt at West Roxbury High, the Parkway Cup golf tournament at George Wright, Legs, Kegs & Eggs, senior programming in partnership with Ethos, and the scholarship and holiday events the group hopes to bring back. Dave also shares the plans for this year’s Trick or Treat on Centre Street, set for Halloween from the Hastings Street lot. Danielle closes with a spooky season real estate tip on stigmatized properties under Massachusetts law. From tournaments to trick or treating, this episode celebrates the volunteers and generosity that make West Roxbury feel like home. Follow our host, Danielle O'Brienfb: https://www.facebook.com/danielle.m.obrieninsta: https://www.instagram.com/danielle.m.obrien/ Follow our guest, Parkway in Motionhttps://parkwayinmotion.org/fb: @parkwayinmotionpageinsta: @parkwayinmotion Follow our brokerage, Parkway Real Estate http://parkway.realestateparkwayrellc@gmail.com857-400-9098 fb: https://www.facebook.com/parkwayRE/insta: @parkwayrealestate
Sep 24

🎙️ Episode 13: Five Years Later, Viver MMA is Still Throwing Down in West Roxbury

Join Danielle O'Brien, Broker/Owner of Parkway Real Estate, as she sits down with Marcelo and Kelly de Oliveira, owners of Viver MMA in West Roxbury. In this episode, Danielle revisits the story of how she helped the de Oliveira find their space over five years ago, and how a leap taken during the pandemic turned into a true family business, built alongside their three daughters and now home to a community of close to a hundred members. The conversation covers what makes Viver MMA different, a welcoming, all ages, all abilities culture where nearly 20 percent of members are women, a thriving kids program, and a brand new women's strength training class called Viver Strong. Marcelo and Kelly share what it means to build confidence, not just fitness, and how their gym has become a place where real friendships form on and off the mats. The episode closes with a preview of an exciting collaboration between Parkway Real Estate and Viver MMA, a hands on self defense workshop for real estate agents on September 26th, benefiting the Beverly Carter Foundation. From finding the right space to building a second family, this episode is a celebration of community, resilience, and showing up for each other, on the mats and beyond. Follow our host, Danielle O'Brienfb: https://www.facebook.com/danielle.m.obrieninsta: https://www.instagram.com/danielle.m.obrien/ Follow our guest, VIVER MMAhttps://www.vivermma.com/fb: @vivermmainsta: @viver.mma Follow our brokerage, Parkway Real Estate http://parkway.realestateparkwayrellc@gmail.com857-400-9098 fb: https://www.facebook.com/parkwayRE/insta: @parkwayrealestate
Sep 10

🎙️ Episode 12: Baking Up Brambles with Sugar Bakery

Join Danielle O'Brien, Broker/Owner of Parkway Real Estate, as she sits down with Julie Freitas of Sugar Bakery, home of Boston's Original Famous Bramble and the all natural, vegan Planted Donuts line. Julie shares how this West Roxbury institution has spent decades handcrafting baked goods, staying true to an Old World recipe for the Bramble that has never changed. The conversation digs into what it takes to honor tradition while also building something new, like bringing a modern, plant-based donut line into a bakery rooted in old-school craftsmanship. Julie talks about what it means to be part of the West Roxbury community, and how that connection has shaped Sugar Bakery over the years. Danielle and Julie also get into the shop's upcoming Bramble Day on September 22nd, a celebration of the pastry that put them on the map. From honoring an old family recipe to welcoming new generations of customers, this episode is a celebration of what happens when tradition and community come together in one neighborhood bakery. Follow our host, Danielle O'Brienfb: https://www.facebook.com/danielle.m.obrieninsta: https://www.instagram.com/danielle.m.obrien/ Follow our guest, Sugar Baking Co.1884 Centre StreetWest Roxbury, MA 02132 617-327-8427 fb: @SugarBakingCoinsta: @sugarboston Follow our brokerage, Parkway Real Estatehttp://parkway.realestateparkwayrellc@gmail.com857-400-9098 fb: https://www.facebook.com/parkwayRE/insta: @parkwayrealestate
Jun 19

🎙️ Episode 11: Beauty, Legacy, and Liberation - Perfect 10 on Juneteenth

Join Danielle O'Brien, Broker/Owner of Parkway Real Estate, as she sits down with Kanessa Alexander, owner of Perfect 10 Unisex Salon on Centre Street in West Roxbury, for one of the most meaningful conversations the Parkway Podcast has had yet. In this episode, Danielle explores Kanessa's journey as an entrepreneur, the story behind more than ten years of award-winning business, and what it means to build a space rooted in confidence, culture, and community. As one of the few Black business owners in the neighborhood, Kanessa has created far more than a salon. The conversation also dives into Juneteenth, what it means historically and personally, and the community celebration Kanessa is organizing right here in West Roxbury. Danielle also reflects on the history of redlining and why understanding that legacy matters in real estate today. From entrepreneurship and representation to liberation and local pride, this episode is a celebration of resilience, visibility, and the power of diverse voices in Boston neighborhoods. Follow our host, Danielle O'Brienfb: https://www.facebook.com/danielle.m.obrieninsta: https://www.instagram.com/danielle.m.obrien/ Follow our guest, Kanessa Alexander & Perfect10 Unisex Salonhttps://www.perfect10hairsalon.com/fb: https://www.facebook.com/Perfect10stylistinsta: https://www.instagram.com/perfect10unisex Follow our brokerage, Parkway Real Estate http://parkway.realestateparkwayrellc@gmail.com857-400-9098 fb: https://www.facebook.com/parkwayRE/insta: @parkwayrealestate
May 28

🎙️Episode 10: In Corrib We Trust - The 32nd Annual Road Race

Join Danielle O’Brien, Broker/Owner of Parkway Real Estate, as she sits down with Tony Bligh of the Corrib Pub & Restaurant, a beloved neighborhood spot known for serving up delicious seafood options, prime rib specials, and a true sense of community in West Roxbury. In this episode, Danielle explores the history behind the Corrib Charitable Trust Road Race, now celebrating more than three decades of bringing neighbors, local businesses, runners, and families together in support of charitable causes throughout the community. The conversation highlights the lasting impact the Corrib has had on the Parkway area and the importance of local traditions that create connection across generations. Both the restaurant and the annual 5K event have become woven into the fabric of the neighborhood, and the community continues to benefit from the Corrib’s generosity and commitment to giving back. From hometown hospitality to charitable impact, this episode captures the spirit of why, in West Roxbury, “In Corrib We Trust.” Follow our host, Danielle O'Brienfb: https://www.facebook.com/danielle.m.obrieninsta: https://www.instagram.com/danielle.m.obrien/ Follow our guest, The Corrib Pub & Restauranthttps://corribpub.com/Race Info: https://runsignup.com/Race/MA/WestRoxbury/CorribPubClassic5k Follow our brokerage, Parkway Real Estatehttp://parkway.realestateparkwayrellc@gmail.com857-400-9098 fb: https://www.facebook.com/parkwayRE/insta: @parkwayrealestate
May 14

🎙️Episode 9: What time is it? Bread Thyme!

Join Danielle O’Brien, Broker/Owner of Parkway Real Estate, as she sits down with the owners of Bread Thyme, a neighborhood favorite known for its Lebanese cuisine and warm community atmosphere in West Roxbury. In this episode, Danielle explores the story behind the restaurant, the passion and craftsmanship that go into creating fresh, high-quality foods, and what it takes to build a small business that becomes part of the daily rhythm of a neighborhood. The conversation also highlights the importance of community connection, the evolution of the local food scene, and how businesses like Bread Thyme help shape the character and charm of the Parkway area. This episode is a celebration of entrepreneurship, tradition, and the simple joy of breaking bread together. Follow our host, Danielle O'Brienfb: https://www.facebook.com/danielle.m.obrieninsta: https://www.instagram.com/danielle.m.obrien/ Follow our guest, Bread Thymehttps://breadthyme.com/ Follow our brokerage, Parkway Real Estatehttp://parkway.realestateparkwayrellc@gmail.com857-400-9098 fb: https://www.facebook.com/parkwayRE/insta: @parkwayrealestate
Apr 28

🎙️Episode 8: Celebrating 175 Years of West Roxbury - History, Heart, and Home

Join Danielle O’Brien, Broker/Owner of Parkway Real Estate, as she sits down with Myles Duffey, the voice behind Around the Block in West Roxbury, a highly engaged online community built on shared memories, local pride, and neighborhood connection. In this episode, Danielle explores how Myles created a space that brings together past and present residents through vintage photos, storytelling, and everyday conversation about life in West Roxbury. As the neighborhood celebrates 175 years, the discussion also reflects on the history, evolution, and enduring character that continue to shape the community today. The conversation dives into the power of nostalgia, why people are drawn to hyper-local communities, and how digital platforms can strengthen real-world relationships. From honoring the past to fostering new connections, this episode highlights what makes the Parkway area so special and why community-driven spaces like Around the Block continue to resonate. Follow our host, Danielle O'Brien:fb: https://www.facebook.com/danielle.m.obrieninsta: https://www.instagram.com/danielle.m.obrien/ Follow our Guest, Around the Block in West Roxburyfb: https://www.facebook.com/groups/771350322877427/ Follow our brokerage, Parkway Real Estatehttp://parkway.realestateparkwayrellc@gmail.com857-400-9098 fb: https://www.facebook.com/parkwayRE/insta: @parkwayrealestate

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The Parkway (RE) Podcast is a community-driven show spotlighting the stories, businesses, and organizations that keep West Roxbury and Boston’s Parkway area moving. From trusted local voices to honest real estate insight, this podcast delivers neighborhood perspective straight from the front steps. Real conversations. Real community.

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Danielle M. O'Brien
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2026
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