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Three high school classmates who graduated in 1986 reunite for a podcast that is one part reminiscing, two parts truth-seeking and a splash of serendipity. Join Farah Pandith, Diana Donovan and Meredith Zinner for The Link.As the Class of ‘86 nears middle age, we’ve witnessed a great deal of change in our lives—and experienced hardships and joys. We are old enough to have some perspective and perhaps even some insights.We’re interviewing our classmates—some of the most interesting people we know—to collectively reflect on where we started, how far we’ve come, and where we might be headed.Please support the show on Patreon at www.patreon.com/thelinkpodcastEmail our producer David Yas at david@pod617.com

  1. Hangin’ With Mr. Cooper

    12/23/2021

    Hangin’ With Mr. Cooper

    The Link wraps up Season 2 with a great visit with Derrick Cooper. Hear about his life as a pharmacist - and a grandpa! Coops also recalls his Milton role models and tells the tale of why he did a handstand during a wrestling weigh-in.

    39 min
  2. Caitlin’s Adventures in the Arts

    12/15/2021

    Caitlin’s Adventures in the Arts

    Caitlin Bermingham has been working at the Whitney Museum of Art for the past 14 years in preparations and exhibitions. She is currently the head preparator, dealing with logistics and packing of exhibitions that go all over the world.Learn about her career in art, her own work and her stint as a bass player in the punk rock band Cheesecake!Please support this podcast on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thelinkpodcast Email producer Dave with feedback: david@pod617.com Get your own podcast at www.pod617.com/contact

    43 min
  3. Going Deep With Mik Aoki

    12/08/2021

    Going Deep With Mik Aoki

    Mik Aoki was a standout baseball player at Milton Academy, but who knew he was on the way to a lifetime in baseball? Hear his tales as a college baseball coach and memories of MA. Please support this podcast on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thelinkpodcast Email producer Dave with feedback: david@pod617.com Get your own podcast at www.pod617.com/contact

    34 min
  4. John Marshall’s Plan

    12/01/2021

    John Marshall’s Plan

    John Marshall is a professor at the Georgia State College of Law where his expertise is private, nonprofit and government interventions to promote long-term urban recovery from crisis and disasters. But he's still good old "Marsh" and he joins the show to talk about both his current studies and remembrances from MA. Get in touch with John here: https://law.gsu.edu/profile/john-travis-marshall/ Please support this podcast on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thelinkpodcast Email producer Dave with feedback: david@pod617.com Get your own podcast at www.pod617.com/contact

    54 min
  5. A True Classic: Roger Travis

    11/23/2021

    A True Classic: Roger Travis

    Roger Travis an associate professor of classics at the University of Connecticut. He joins the show to talk about his love of learning; how he turned video games into a career; and what advice he would give to his "Milton self" in 1986.Please support this podcast on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thelinkpodcast Email producer Dave with feedback: david@pod617.com Get your own podcast at www.pod617.com/contact

    53 min
  6. The Substance and Style of Allegra Richdale

    11/16/2021

    The Substance and Style of Allegra Richdale

    Allegra Richdale joins the show to recount memories of friendships at Milton; her adventures as a stage and movie actress; and her latest venture, Tessa James. The company produces a clothing collection for girls "based on a simple concept: classic pieces that endure the test of time." Tessa James is inspired Allegra's experience as a little girl growing up in Boston. Her mother believed in style that was effortless, timeless and well-made. More on Allegra and Tessa James at: https://tessajamescollection.com/ Please support this podcast on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thelinkpodcast Email producer Dave with feedback: david@pod617.com Get your own podcast at www.pod617.com/contact

    56 min
  7. Jonathan Chaloff: Bonjour From Paris

    11/10/2021

    Jonathan Chaloff: Bonjour From Paris

    Jonathan Chaloff, checking in from Paris, does not hold back as he recounts Milton memories good and bad. Jon is the Senior Policy Analyst, International Migration Division, for the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). Find Jon on Twitter: @JonathanChaloff Please support this podcast on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thelinkpodcast Email producer Dave with feedback: david@pod617.com Get your own podcast at www.pod617.com/contact

    1h 4m
  8. The Invincible Joe Vinciguerra

    11/03/2021

    The Invincible Joe Vinciguerra

    Joe Vinciguerra has been busy since graduating from Milton Academy. He is a screenwriter; on the faculty in the Rita and Burton Goldberg Dramatic Writing Department; and Chair of the creative writing department at NYU Tisch School of the Arts. He joins the gang for a lively discussion of Milton memories, the state of the entertainment industry and some fun movie trivia. Please support this podcast on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thelinkpodcast Email producer Dave with feedback: david@pod617.com Get your own podcast at www.pod617.com/contact

    59 min
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Three high school classmates who graduated in 1986 reunite for a podcast that is one part reminiscing, two parts truth-seeking and a splash of serendipity. Join Farah Pandith, Diana Donovan and Meredith Zinner for The Link.As the Class of ‘86 nears middle age, we’ve witnessed a great deal of change in our lives—and experienced hardships and joys. We are old enough to have some perspective and perhaps even some insights.We’re interviewing our classmates—some of the most interesting people we know—to collectively reflect on where we started, how far we’ve come, and where we might be headed.Please support the show on Patreon at www.patreon.com/thelinkpodcastEmail our producer David Yas at david@pod617.com

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