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WETSU: a BattleshipNJ PodcastCommander Steve Halle: Helping Build the Legacy of USS New JerseyDive deep into the legacy of the USS NEW JERSEY—this time, not the legendary battleship, but the cutting-edge Virginia-class submarine!In this must-listen episode of WETSU, host and Battleship New Jersey CEO Marshall Spevak sits down with a distinguished guest: CDR Steve Halle (USN), the Plankowner Commanding Officer of the USS NEW JERSEY (SSN-796).Together, they explore CDR Halle’s remarkable naval career—from his journey through the STA-21 program to navigating the Arctic in ICEX 2018—and the immense responsibility of delivering a nuclear-powered submarine. They also dive into the excitement of Commissioning Week and the...2025-03-261h 03
Jersey Arts PodcastNew Jersey Symphony Puts the 'Tunes' in 'Looney Tunes'35 years ago–well before orchestras performing film scores became popular–George Daugherty and his husband and producing partner David Wong developed Bugs Bunny at the Symphony. The concept was new at the time: a world-class orchestra would play full cartoon scores live alongside the films. It was an instant hit.Of course, what makes Looney Tunes music different from many of the film scores played live is that it's based on some of the most famous classical repertoire in history. In fact, pieces by composers like Wagner and Rossini were not only the basis for Looney Tunes scor...2025-02-0627 min
Jersey Heritage PodcastThe Battle of JerseyDescribed as "15 minutes of mayhem" by historian Doug Ford, find out more about Jersey’s famous battle which took place in the Royal Square in St Helier, Jersey on 6 January 1781. Hosts, Mel and Perry are joined this month by Doug Ford, who’ll talk through the battle, how French forces, led by Baron de Rullecourt, landed at La Rocque in the early hours of the morning and tried to take the Island by force and how the battle was won, with the loss of Major Peirson.If you want to discover the more of the story, then come...2025-01-0642 min
Jersey HeardWhy South Africa Fund Managers Choose JerseyIn this episode, Dr Rufaro Nyakatawa, Market Development Consultant – Africa at Jersey Finance, and Emily Haithwaite, Group Partner at Ogier, dive into South Africa's dynamic funds landscape. They explore the strong ties between Jersey and South Africa, discussing the popular Jersey structures and asset classes preferred by South African fund managers. The episode also covers common challenges faced when accessing global markets and how Jersey’s robust fund offerings provide unique advantages. Listeners will gain insights into why South African fund managers choose offshore jurisdictions like Jersey and how philanthropic projects involving Jersey firms are making...2024-10-0912 min
Jersey Arts PodcastLet's 'FOCUS' on Jersey CityArt House Productions is collaborating with Kenia Rosete Dance to bring a new modern dance series to Jersey City.The show, titled “FOCUS,” will feature two to four artists per night, who will present their own original choreography. Each artists' piece is a bite-size performance that showcases the dancers’ creative, unique, and innovative voices.Audiences can expect an easy, fun and inspiring evening. Easy in the sense that you can step into the space without having any prior knowledge of dance. Fun because of the variety of choreographic work you’ll get to experience. And inspirin...2024-09-2528 min
Jersey Arts PodcastHe's Just a Singer (In a Rock and Roll Band): John Lodge Returns to New Jersey“I’m Just a Singer (In a Rock and Roll Band).” “Ride My See-Saw.” “Isn’t Life Strange?” These are just a few of the mega hit titles by The Moody Blues, and John Lodge is their bass guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter. He has been performing and recording with The Moody Blues for more than 50 years while also pursuing a successful solo career. He’s even been voted one of the “10 most influential bass players on the planet.”A native of Birmingham, England, Lodge has been playing the guitar since he was just 13 years old. He now considers the guitar t...2024-07-0216 minJersey HeardCrypto Insights: Jersey’s Fund RegimeThis episode dives into the intricacies of Jersey’s investment fund landscape, particularly focussing on the growing crypto fund sector. Yiow and Christopher provide a comprehensive overview of the Jersey regulatory regime relating to investment funds and explore the reasons behind the success of the Jersey Private Fund (JPF) regime.Discover how the JPF regime interacts with Singaporean regulation and why Jersey has become a preferred jurisdiction for launching crypto funds with Singaporean managers. For aspiring fund managers, hear practical advice on setting up a Jersey fund, including the advantages Jersey offers to Singaporean managers and its ap...2024-06-1817 min
Jersey Arts PodcastThe Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey Welcomes New Artistic DirectorThe Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey is New Jersey's largest professional theatre company dedicated solely to Shakespeare's canon and other classic masterworks. Previously under the leadership of artistic director Bonnie J. Monte since 1990, the theater has since welcomed Brian Crowe as the new Artistic Director as of January of 2024.Brian has been with the organization for 29 years, formerly serving as the Director of Education and a Resident Director. He holds BFAs in Directing and Acting from Wright State University and was a Fellow at the 2000 International Salzburg Shakespeare Seminar. Also having served on the Executive Committee of...2024-06-0625 min
Jersey Gives a Damn - A Community Foundation of NJ PodcastA closer look foster care in New JerseyNew Jersey has had a fraught history with foster care. Many of our listeners will remember the 2003 death of 7-year-old Faheem Williams due to neglect. His body was found in a locked basement in Newark alongside his two brothers who were starving but still alive.
This tragedy led to a large settlement garnering national attention. It also led to major structural and programmatic reforms, including an outside expert to monitor the state’s foster care reform efforts, a process that formally ended in March of this year.
As Lilo Stainton w...2024-05-2934 min
DCF on the AirEpisode 13: New Jersey Statewide Student Support Services (NJ4S) UpdateIn this episode, we provide an insightful update on the New Jersey Statewide Student Support Services (NJ4S) program, which is dedicated to delivering mental wellness and prevention services to students and families across New Jersey schools.
Join us as we discuss:
The success of NJ4S in engaging thousands of families with tier one services.
The integration of NJ4S into the existing youth mental wellness infrastructure and the importance of building strong relationships with schools and community stakeholders.
The tiered approach of NJ4S, including universal supports, evidence-based programs, and individual counseling.
The significance...2024-05-241h 01
NJCPA IssuesWatch Podcast243: Keeping Things Positive: Working to Improve New Jersey’s Business EnvironmentNearly 1,000 business leaders recently gathered at the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce’s ReNew Jersey Business Summit to discuss the business climate in New Jersey and how to make it more competitive and attractive. Chamber President Tom Bracken shares the biggest takeaways and also discusses the business community’s reaction to Governor Murphy’s proposed 2.5% corporate transit fee. Resources:New Jersey Chamber of CommerceMore on the New Jersey budget 2024-04-2319 min
Jersey Arts PodcastRing in the New Year with The Jersey Tenors at Surflight TheaterAs his bio reads, Brian Noonan “has starred on Broadway and National Touring Companies as The Phantom in Phantom of the Opera, Enjolras in Les Miserables, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde in Jekyll & Hyde, Cable in South Pacific with the legendary Robert Goulet, Gus/Growltiger inCats, and Jesus Christ Superstar. As an international concert soloist, Mr. Noonanhas performed for a myriad of Presidents and world dignitaries.”He is now the founder and managing director of the The Jersey Tenors, the newest Opera/Rock Mash-up sensation. The Tenors create an explosive blend of i...2023-12-2126 min
The States Assembly PodcastJersey Politics 101Calling all people who are:Not sure what the States Assembly is?New to Jersey?A bit confused when you hear people talking about deputies, constables, propositions, scrutiny...?This is the explainer you need! This is Jersey Politics 101 - where we take on the challenge of demystifying Jersey's political system in less than 20 minutes. Find out:What the States Assembly isWhat States Members are, and how they are electedWhat happens in States MeetingsHow Jersey laws are madeThe difference between the States Assembly and the Government of JerseyWhat Scrutiny isThe States...2023-11-0119 minNJCPA IssuesWatch Podcast201: New Jersey’s Convenience of Employer Rule and CBT ChangesJuly was a busy tax month in New Jersey. The “convenience of employer” payroll tax rule was implemented, and changes to the corporation business tax (CBT) went into effect. NJCPA member Nicole DeRosa, CPA, of Wiss, provides the details. *** This episode qualifies for nano CPE credit. Find out more at https://njcpa.org/nano. *** Resources:Article: New Jersey Enacts Payroll Tax "Convenience of Employer" RuleNew Jersey Division of Taxation: Convenience of the Employer Sourcing Rule Enacted for Gross Income TaxNew Jersey Division of Taxation: Recent Changes to New Jersey's Corporation Busine...2023-08-1710 min
Jersey Arts PodcastThe Boxmasters Rock New JerseyYou may know Billy Bob Thornton as an Oscar-winning writer, Oscar-nominated actor, and award-winning director, or maybe you simply know him as "Bad Santa,” but did you know he is also an accomplished singer and songwriter? Along with his friend J.D Andrew, Billy founded the rock and roll group, The Boxmasters. The Boxmasters have recorded an impressive and diverse catalog of music that touches on their love of a wide array of influences, but most importantly, the rock and roll of the 1960s. Their tour will soon bring them to New Jersey where audiences can enjoy the...2023-06-1527 min
The New Jersey History PodcastEpisode 45: They Died in New JerseyI was doing some research on a song after hearing it on the radio, and it brought me to a surprising fact about New Jersey. We often think of famous people who were born in New Jersey, and who lived here, but do we think of people who came here for various reasons and died in New Jersey? Join me in this short episode as we briefly discuss factors that drew/draw people to New Jersey and the interesting people who died while living in our great state.
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New Jersey Is The WorldWho Is The Least Jersey Jersey Person?There's certain qualities that we all like to think of as "Jersey". And in the Garden State, we think of many great representatives of this state who demonstrate that grit, tenacity, and attitude. We love celebrating the people who embody "Jersey" as an adjective. But it does beg the question - when we're done celebrating NJ natives that nail it in a good way... who are the least Jersey Jersey people out there?We had fun making this one and can not wait to see who you all think should be added to the list of...2023-03-061h 10
Jersey Arts Podcast“Jersey City Nutcracker” Brings Holiday Tradition HomeFor more than a decade, Jersey City has had its own special holiday tradition: Nimbus Dance’s Jersey City Nutcracker. The city-centric show runs from Dec. 9 through 23 at the new Nimbus Arts Center.Host Maddie Orton talks with Nimbus Dance Founding Artistic Director Sam Pott, who choreographed and co-wrote the piece, School Director Harumi Elders, and student dancer Izzy Baculod about being a part of this celebrated annual show.LINKSNimbusThanks for listening! Subscribe to The Jersey Arts Podcast in your favorite podcast player. The Jersey Arts Po...2022-11-2221 min
Jersey Arts PodcastZimmerli Art Museum Offers First Look at Newly-Acquired Jersey City Museum CollectionThe Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University in New Brunswick is showcasing its newly-acquired American art collection from the former Jersey City Museum for the first time. "American Stories: Gifts from the Jersey City Museum Collection” shares Jersey City history through work from artists like Chakaia Booker, May Stevens, Shelia Pepe, Melvin Edwards, and Jaune Quick-to-See Smith.Host Maddie Orton spoke with Zimmerli Chief Curator Donna Gustafson Chief Curator about what we can look forward to seeing.Thursday, Sept. 8, 2022 from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., the museum will host “SparkNight,” an opening celebration and dance party...2022-09-0120 minNew Jersey Is The WorldJersey Dude Reviews Jersey Food: SECRET PIZZA LADon Fanelli is back with a review of a Jersey food item NOT in Jersey? Secret Pizza in Los Angeles is making waves for serving Jersey pizza made by a Jersey native. Don tests out to see if it matches the hype, and if it's as Jersey as promised. Do you know any other Jersey food ambassadors out there spreading Jersey food? Let us know! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-1554 min
Jersey Arts PodcastDaniel Bernard Roumain, Resident Artist Catalyst at the New Jersey Symphony, on Black Classical Music, Hip-Hop, and the Newark Museum of Art’s Summer Concert SeriesEarlier this week, composer, performer, educator, activist, and New Jersey Symphony Resident Artistic Catalyst Daniel Bernard Roumain brought jazz and jazz-inspired classical music to the Newark Museum of Art’s Summer Series along with a co-host, Grammy Award-winning clarinetist and saxophonist Paquito D’Rivera, and the New Jersey Symphony Chamber Players. Roumain has worked with Lady Gaga, Philip Glass, Savion Glover, Bill T. Jones, and many more. He won an Emmy for composing music for ESPN, and he scored the film Ailey, a documentary about legendary choreographer Alvin Ailey, which premiered at Sundance Film Festival last year. I...2022-08-0519 min