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The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, June 28th, 2024

In this episode Rob and co-host Beth talk with author Randall Woods about his new book: "John Quincy Adams: A Man for the Whole People". Then we talk about the first President Debate with CBS's Taurean Small in Atlanta. And finally, Rob talks with Brian Balconi and Aidan Hume about their upcoming "Paris 2 Nice" bicycle charity event in September to raise money for "Children in Crossfire". To donate, click HERE. 

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, June 21st, 2024

In this episode Rob and his co-host Beth Foster talk with Peter Forman from the South Shore Chamber of Commerce and Hingham Downtown Association Executive Director Amy Brown. Then it's a conversation with Bob Terravecchia from Coastal Heritage Bank and Michelle Badger from Massasoit Community College about the 23rd annual foundation golf tournament. And finally, we talk all things sharks with Marianne Walsh, education director of the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy. 

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, June 14th, 2024

In this episode Rob talk with author Stephen Paul Sayers about his new book: "100 Things To Do in Plymouth, MA Before You Die". Then we talk with Bob Terravecchia Chairman & CEO from Coastal Heritage Bank about security, scams, and things to do to protect yourself. And finally, it's our South Shore Chamber of Commerce segment with Peter Forman. In this segment, we talk with Samantha Woods, the Executive Director of the North and South Rivers Watershed Association.

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, June 7th, 2024

In this episode Rob talks with bestselling author Jennifer Holland about her book: "Dog Smart: Life-Changing Lessons in Canine Intelligence". Then, author Don Zarin joins us to talk about his new book: "Mr. Z". It's the compelling true story of how a casino enabled a compulsive gambler to become one of the biggest gamblers in the world. And finally, we check in with David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham as we discuss Microsoft and a new security challenge to be aware of. 

The 41st annual Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl

The 41st annual Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl is returning to Boston's City Hall Plaza Tuesday, June 4 through Thursday, June 6 from 12:00 to 8:00 p.m. Rob talks with Raquel Morales, Associate Director, Event Fundraising at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund, to find out about all the exciting details at the 2024 Scooper Bowl. 

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, May 31st, 2024

In this episode, we first talk with CBS legal analyst Thane Rosenbaum about Former President Donald Trump's historic felony conviction. Then Rob talks with author Richard Stone about his book, "Project Mayflower: Building and Sailing a 17th Century Replica". Later, we talk with Chef Melodie 'Mel' Asseraf about her new book, "Sweet Treats from Brownies to Brioche: 10 ingredients 100 recipes'. Finally, Rob talks with Christine James about the possibility of a large supermarket chain closing locations and what we love or don't love about food stores. 

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, May 24th, 2024

In this episode, Rob starts first by talking with Bob Terravecchia, the CEO of Coastal Heritage Bank, about a philosophical topic called "Hanlon's Razor" . Then we talk Patricia Walsh Chadwick about her new book: "Breaking Glass". Finally, it's our tech guy, David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham to discuss a new way Microsoft is trying to get you to see more ads. 

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, May 17th, 2024

In this episode, we talk first with Bob Terravecchia, Chairman and CEO of Coastal Heritage Bank, about the Consumer Price Index report from April and how inflation appears to be slowing down. But does it seem that way? Then, we talk with epidemiologist, author, and inventor Dr. Arturo Casadevall about his book: "What if Fungi Win?" Should we worry as a species? And finally, we check in with our tech guy, David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham with some good news from Apple. 

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, May 10th, 2024

Rob starts this podcast with a conversation with poet and writer Callie Siskel about her new collection of poetry entitled: "Two Minds". It's dedicated to her late father, Gene Siskel. Then, we check in with our favorite bank CEO, Bob Terravecchia, from Coastal Heritage Bank as we talk about Social Security. And finally, it's our South Shore Chamber of Commerce segment with chamber President & CEO Peter Forman. We talk with local magazine publicist Stan Blackmur about his newest project.  

Interview with actress Freya Allan

Rob Hakala talks with actress Freya Allan about her starring role in the film "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes" from 20th Century Studios.  The film opens on May 10th.