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Community Ties
Former State Senator Will Haskell on Young People in Politics
In 2018, Will Haskell declared his intention to run for the 26th District of the Connecticut State Senate. Running on gun control, a stronger transportation system, and paid family leave, among other progressive causes, he would be going up against Republican incumbent Senator Toni Boucher, someone who had served in the state legislature for decades. And the thing was, he was only 21 years old.Not only did he beat Senator Boucher, but he notched an endorsement from President Obama along the way, who Will credits for inspiring him to run. He published a book, 100,000 First Bosses: My Unlikely...
2026-02-16
46 min
Unity Center of Norwalk
Meditation - “Our Thoughts are Creative Acts” Rev Nancy Napier @ Unity Center of Norwalk CT (2/1/26)
Make a donation to Unity Center of NorwalkMeditation - “Our Thoughts are Creative Acts” Rev Nancy Napier @ Unity Center of Norwalk CT (2/1/26)http://www.youtube.com/c/UnityCenterNorwalk
2026-02-05
08 min
Unity Center of Norwalk
“Our Thoughts are Creative Acts” Rev Nancy Napier @ Unity Center of Norwalk CT (2/1/26)
Make a donation to Unity Center of Norwalk“Our Thoughts are Creative Acts” Rev Nancy Napier @ Unity Center of Norwalk CT (2/1/26)http://www.youtube.com/c/UnityCenterNorwalk
2026-02-05
22 min
Community Ties
Community Care Across Generations with Eva Beau
In this episode of Community Ties, podcast co-host Romney Donald sits down with Eva Beau, Director of Social Services at the Norwalk Senior Center, where she has worked for the past 10 years.Eva’s work in Norwalk spans generations. Beyond supporting older adults with dignity and care, she has created and led spaces as an American Sign Language instructor and worked with the city to teach etiquette classes to young teens through Parks and Recreation. Eva shares her journey into community service. and the defining moments that led her to work with senior populations.In...
2026-02-02
48 min
Community Ties
The Role of Political Communications with Michelle Woods Matthews
2026 is an incredibly interesting time to be a political communications professional as changing technology, politics, and generational differences have never been more clear. Outgoing Communications Director at City Hall Michelle Woods Matthews has extensive experience in the field, from working as the spokesperson for former Connecticut State Treasurer Shawn Wooden to reproductive rights work and President Obama's 2012 campaign. Host Jack Pavia and Michelle discuss all of it, from the importance of seeing and hearing from your local government to honing the voice of the Mayor of Norwalk as she works to represent him publicly.
2026-01-19
46 min
Community Ties
Introducing the Voices Behind Community Ties
In this special co-host episode of Community Ties, Jack and Romney start the New Year by introducing themselves and sharing how the podcast came to be. They reflect on the experiences that shaped who they are, why local government and community care matter so deeply to them, and what they hope these conversations can spark in Norwalk. With a focus on connection and collaboration, they share their vision for a more engaged and connected city.
2026-01-05
43 min
Community Ties
Sustainability in Norwalk with Jodi Trendler
In this episode, host Jack Pavia has on Norwalk's first-ever Director of Sustainability and Resilience, Jodi Trendler. They dive into not only her job in City Hall, but her thoughts on the evolution of the environmental movement and the long-term trajectory of ensuring there exists a healthy and habitable planet for all humans to continue to exist on.
2025-12-15
42 min
Community Ties
Leadership Rooted in Community with Dajuan Wiggins
In this episode of Community Ties, host Romney Donald sits down with newly re-elected District B Councilman, newly appointed Constable, and community leader Dajuan Wiggins. From growing up in Norwalk, rebuilding his life after a turning point that required courage and accountability, to becoming a father, mentor, entrepreneur, and founder of the Youth Business Initiative, Dajuan shares how purpose, spirituality, and community continue to guide his path. He reflects on the misconceptions people have about him, the responsibility of representing District B, and why creating spaces for young people to see their own potential m...
2025-12-01
32 min
Community Ties
Organizing 101 with Tanner Thompson
Tanner Thompson has spent years as an organizer for pedestrian and bike infrastructure, public transportation, housing, and tree canopy in Norwalk. In this episode, host Jack Pavia dives deep with Tanner into his background and how he gained the confidence necessary to bring politicians, bureaucrats, and fellow advocates in, advocate for tangible goals, and change policy in Norwalk. If you've ever been interested in building relationships and identifying goals in the world of local organizing, this episode is for you.
2025-11-17
1h 03
Community Ties
Purpose and Community Legacy with Dr. Julia Moore
In this episode of Community Ties, host Romney Donald talks with Dr. Julia Moore, salon owner, entrepreneur, and founder of YL Trapped, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Norwalk. Once a week, she transforms her Wall Street salon into a space for young women to grow, learn, and lead. From advocating as a single mother to earning her Doctorate in Humanitarianism, Dr. Moore’s story is rooted in purpose, legacy, and empowerment. Together, they explore what it means to build community through mentorship, creativity, and the determination to make a difference.
2025-11-03
43 min
Community Ties
The Search for Community with Tony Bacigalupo
In this episode of Community Ties, a NancyOnNorwalk podcast, Jack interviews Tony Bacigalupo, a local community organizer. In 2008, Tony founded New Work City, leading a global movement towards co-working. Ever since then, he's been laser focused on creating community wherever he goes; in the last few years, he's been living in Norwalk and bringing people together here, whether it be through a "New to Town Meetup" or a weekly "Bike Party" as part of Sustainable Streets Norwalk, an urbanist advocacy group. In the conversation, Jack and Tony covered everything from the damaging effect of social media algorithms to the...
2025-10-20
59 min
Community Ties
Creativity and Community Power with Norwalk Artist Jahmane Artz
In this episode of Community Ties, host Romney Donald sits down with Norwalk native and artist Jahmane Artz, whose work spans painting, photography, fashion, and large-scale murals. Together, they explore his artistic journey, the inspirations behind his themes of spirituality, mythology, and social awareness, and the role of public art in shaping community identity. The conversation also touches on recent frustrations around the Ely Avenue mural selection process and what a more equitable approach to public art could look like. More than anything, this episode highlights the power of creativity to spark dialogue, build pride, and strengthen the ties...
2025-10-06
29 min
Community Ties
Davette's Story
Davette grew up in Norwalk and Stamford. She got into trouble at school, was sent to jail as a teenager, and has been working towards a better life ever since. However, along the road has been a considerable amount of struggle; being fired from jobs because of her record, getting burned by broken promises of help, and getting caught up in the scene of selling drugs. Davette faced housing insecurity in her adult life until Open Doors in Norwalk stepped in and gave her a helping hand. Host Jack Pavia dives deep with Davette, asking her about her reflections...
2025-09-22
48 min
Community Ties
State of the Arts in Norwalk with Duvian Montoya
In this episode of Community Ties, a NancyOnNorwalk Podcast, host Jack Pavia speaks with Norwalk Art Space Executive Director Duvian Montoya. In his role, he fosters relationship with artists, shapes educational programming, and leads collaboration with nonprofit organizations and Norwalk Public Schools to strengthen community. We talk not only about his day job, but the importance of art in times like these.
2025-09-08
35 min
Community Ties
Housing & Homelessness in Connecticut with State Rep. Kadeem Roberts and DesegregateCT Director Nick Kantor
In this episode of Community Ties, a NancyOnNorwalk Podcast, host Jack Pavia speaks with Connecticut State Representative and co-founder of the End Homelessness Caucus Kadeem Roberts and director of DesegregateCT Nick Kantor. Jack asks them about Connecticut's interconnected housing and homelessness crisis, HB 5002 being vetoed by the Governor, and the status of the American Dream in 2025.
2025-08-25
42 min
Community Ties
Connecting Fairfield County with the Norwalk River Valley Trail
In this episode of Community Ties, a NancyOnNorwalk podcast, host Jack Pavia speaks with Norwalk River Valley Trail (NRVT) Executive Director Andrea Gartner and NRVT board member and Chair of the Norwalk Bike/Walk Commission Emily Burnaman. Jack asks them about the trail, which, when complete, will run 30 miles from Norwalk to Danbury; they discuss everything from its history and connectivity to city and nature to the process of searching for a grant and reacting to the Covid-19 pandemic.
2025-08-11
53 min
Community Ties
Mayor Harry Rilling's Reflections on Governing Norwalk
In this episode of Community Ties, a NancyOnNorwalk podcast, host Jack Pavia speaks with Norwalk Mayor Harry Rilling, who decided against running for re-election this year after serving the City in that role for over a decade. They cover everything from his experience in the Police Department and City Hall to his thoughts on the future of the Democratic Party and Norwalk itself.
2025-07-28
52 min
Community Ties
Norwalk Public Schools Adapting Post-COVID
In the first episode of Community Ties, a NancyOnNorwalk podcast, host Jack Pavia speaks with Norwalk teacher Rachael Carson and student Conny Galvez to review the fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly as it pertains to Norwalk Public Schools.
2025-07-14
53 min
Norwalk TALKS
Norwalk Community College Foundation and the Power of Philanthropy with Nancy von Euler
Norwalk Community College Foundation and the Power of Philanthropy with Nancy von Euler, President & CEO of NCC Foundation & Outgoing Norwalk ACTS Board ChairSupport the Night of Brilliance: Celebrating 60 years of building bright futures on October 23, 2025!https://ncc-foundation.org/
2025-07-07
47 min
HAYVN Hubcast
Lighting the Way: Beth Leas on Building a Healing Community with Heart
In this inspiring episode of The HAYVN Hubcast, host Nancy Sheed sits down with Beth Leas, founder of TribeTLC, to explore how one woman's healing journey blossomed into a thriving community of over 180 holistic practitioners. From Reiki in a spare bedroom to regional networks across Connecticut and New York, Beth shares the evolution of her work and her mission to support fellow healers with heart-centered business development. Key Highlights: From personal healing to community leadership: Beth's healing journey began at 15 with meditation, a tool that helped her navigate PTSD. By the 1990s, she discovered Reiki...
2025-06-02
19 min
Unity Center of Norwalk
"Asking, Receiving, Acting—Enlivening Our Choices" Rev. Nancy Napier @ Unity Center of Norwalk CT (4/27/25)
Make a donation to Unity Center of Norwalk"Asking, Receiving, Acting—Enlivening Our Choices" Rev. Nancy Napier @ Unity Center of Norwalk CT (4/27/25)on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/c/UnityCenterNorwalk
2025-05-01
23 min
Unity Center of Norwalk
"Always Remember: We are Living Expressions of Radiating Light and Love" Rev. Nancy Napier @ Unity Center of Norwalk (11/24/24)
Make a donation to Unity Center of Norwalk "Always Remember: We are Living Expressions of Radiating Light and Love" Rev. Nancy Napier @ Unity Center of Norwalk (11/24/24) You can see this talk and others on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/c/UnityCenterNorwalk
2024-11-26
21 min
HAYVN Hubcast
Building Coalitions and Creating Community Change
Knowing what we want to be when we grow up is a gift, but for most of us, our careers take us to unexpected and surprising places—just like our guest for this episode. In this episode we hear from Dominique Johnson, Connecticut State Representative for the 143rd District, covering parts of Norwalk and Westport. Dominique takes us through her unexpected path into politics, starting from her days as an aspiring violinist to becoming a social scientist and finally, stepping into the world of public service. With her skill of analytical thinking combined with a de...
2024-10-21
23 min
Unity Center of Norwalk
"Saying "Yes" to Spirit: Being Lived into the Fullness of Your Potential" Rev. Nancy Napier @ Unity Center of Norwalk CT (7/7/24)
Make a donation to Unity Center of Norwalk "Saying "Yes" to Spirit: Being Lived into the Fullness of Your Potential" Rev. Nancy Napier @ Unity Center of Norwalk CT (7/7/24) You can see this talk and others on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/c/UnityCenterNorwalk
2024-07-09
23 min
Unity Center of Norwalk
"Living With Paradox: Everything is One, Everything is Sacred" with Rev. Nancy Napier @ Unity Center Norwalk CT 5/5/24
Make a donation to Unity Center of Norwalk "Living With Paradox: Everything is One, Everything is Sacred" with Rev. Nancy Napier @ Unity Center Norwalk CT 5/5/24 You can see this talk and others on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/c/UnityCenterNorwalk
2024-05-06
22 min
HAYVN Hubcast
State Representative Tracy Marra: Serving with Passion and Purpose
State Representatives play an important role in their communities. It's their job to recognize the needs of the people they represent and make sure those needs are met by legislation. In this episode of HAYVN Hubcast, we're joined by Rep. Tracy Marra. She's currently the State Representative for Norwalk & Darien. Ever since high school, Rep. Marra was focused on a career as a pharmacist. Even though she compared being a pharmacist to being a lawyer, with the amount of reading, research, and knowledge it required, she never thought that she'd go into politics. While living...
2024-04-29
28 min
Unity Center of Norwalk
"Frequencies, Entanglement, and Interbeing" Rev. Nancy Napier @ Unity Center of Norwalk, CT (1/21/24)
Make a donation to Unity Center of Norwalk "Frequencies, Entanglement, and Interbeing" Rev. Nancy Napier @ Unity Center of Norwalk, CT (1/21/24) You can see this talk and others on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/c/UnityCenterNorwalk
2024-01-22
23 min
Crime of the Truest Kind
EP 46 | Truest Kind Headlines, Humanizing The Women of Gilgo Beach + Elijah Lewis, Merrrimack, NH Case Update
Truest Kind Headlines: Alissa Turney, Nancy Hanson of Newton, Mass, Elijah Lewis, Merrimack, NH case update, Humanizing the Women of Gilgo Beach - two of whom are from New England - Shannan Gilbert, Melissa Barthelemy, Megan Waterman (Scarborough, Maine), Amber Costello, Maureen Brainard-Barnes (Norwalk, Connecticut), Valerie Mack, and Jessica Taylor - PLUS the status of unknown and unsolved missing person and murder cases in Massachusetts. Gilgo Beach: I am taken with this story. The more I learn, the worse it feels. The brutality these women experienced, it is unimaginable. Let me be clear, no one deserves this. No...
2023-07-21
36 min
New Harvest Norwalk
Pattern To Passionately Love God | Nancy Salazar
Episode Notes Speaker: Nancy Salazar Date: 7.15.23
2023-07-15
22 min
Unity Center of Norwalk
"Choice Points: Frequencies, Self-Talk and Possibilities" Rev. Nancy Napier @ Unity Center of Norwalk CT (4/30/23)
Make a donation to Unity Center of Norwalk "Choice Points: Frequencies, Self-Talk and Possibilities" Rev. Nancy Napier @ Unity Center of Norwalk CT (4/30/23) You can see this talk and others on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/c/UnityCenterNorwalk Last week's message from Rev. Shawn Living From the Super-consciousness "Healing Isn’t Limited to Age, Gender, Race, Social Background or Finances " Hey U-nity, Insurance may be limited to some or all of those things, but healing isn’t. We can have unlimited healings in every aspect of our lives. These...
2023-05-03
22 min
New Harvest Norwalk
GFW | Wounded Warrior | Nancy Salazar
Episode Notes Speaker: Nancy Salazar Date: 10.1.22
2022-10-01
24 min
Disrupted
Gun ownership surged during the pandemic, but who has 'the right to bear arms'?
This episode originally aired on March 3rd, 2021 Gun sales remains sky high during the pandemic – and the largest increase in purchases came from African American communities. This hour, we talk to the president of a Black Gun Association in Connecticut about what he’s seeing locally. And we hear about how these larger gun-buying trends are playing out nationally. Also, with increased gun violence in the U.S., what’s the disconnect between the Second Amendment rights Americans have in theory, and how they play out for African Americans? Guests: Will Hampton – Chapter...
2021-10-13
41 min
New Harvest Norwalk
2021 Summit | Trauma | Nancy Salazar & Teresa Smith
Episode Notes Speakers: Nancy Salazar & Teresa Smith Date: 7.17.21
2021-07-17
33 min
New Harvest Norwalk
Special Mother's Day Service | Nancy Salazar
Episode Notes Speaker: Nancy Salazar Date: 5.9.21
2021-05-09
43 min
New Harvest Norwalk
Your Mind Is Not You | Nancy Salazar
marriage makeover with nancy salazar. 2.1.2020 your mind is not you.
2020-02-01
1h 09
New Harvest Norwalk
Nancy Salazar | Marriage Makeover
11.02.2019
2019-11-18
24 min
Unity Center of Norwalk
"Subtle Activism" a talk by Rev. Nancy Napier
Make a donation to Unity Center of Norwalk "Subtle Activism" a talk by Rev. Nancy Napier Sunday November 3rd 2019 Below is a message from Rev. Shawn Moninger at Unity Center "The Way Through Fear" Hey Everybody, The Revealing Word definition of fear is: “One of the most subtle and destructive errors the carnal mind in man experiences. Fear is a paralyzer of mental action. It weakens both mind and body. Fear throws dust in our eyes and hides the mighty spiritual forces that are always with us. Blessed are those t...
2019-11-05
25 min
Unity Center of Norwalk
"Indwelling Spirit and Radiating Presence: Expressions of Subtle Activism and More" A talk by Rev. Nancy Napier
Make a donation to Unity Center of Norwalk "Indwelling Spirit and Radiating Presence: Expressions of Subtle Activism and More" A talk by Rev. Nancy Napier --------- Message from Rev. Shawn "The Still Small Voice" Hey Everybody, What is the Still Small Voice? The Revealing Word describes it as, “The Voice of Spirit speaking within the depths of one’s being. The ‘still small voice’ is not an audible voice. It comes from within as spiritual knowing.” I have the Voice that speaks to me and through m...
2019-09-27
22 min
New Harvest Norwalk
Supernatural Finances (Nancy Salazar)
July 19th, 2019
2019-08-07
53 min
Black-Eyed N Blues
Dicey | BEB 373
Playlist: Travis Colby Band, Daddy Gets Hungry Too, Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez, There Ain’t No Cure (feat. Ian Hunter), Jaimoe’s Jasssz Band, Simple Song, Sweet Daddy Cool Breeze, Teeny Weeny Bit, Zac Harmon, Gypsy Road, Jersey Swamp Cats, Cupcake! Mark Cameron, Dicey, Delbert McClinton And Self-Made Men + Dana, Gone To Mexico, Paula Harris, Nothing Good Happens After Midnight, Alice Howe, Lovin’ In My Baby’s Eyes, Michael Lee, Weeds, Mindi Abair and the Boneshakers, Seven Day Fool, The Forty Fours, Sugar You, Sunday W...
2019-06-27
1h 56
Black-Eyed N Blues
Scare Crow | BEB 372
Playlist: John Verity, Nothing But The Blues, Sunday Wilde & The 1 Eyed Jacks, Dead Presidents, The Gold Needles, Sunset Girl, Blowing Smoke Rhythm And Blues Band, C.O.D., Lacy J. Dalton, Scarecrow, Tom Euler, Played Your Part, Janiva Magness, Change In The Weather, Cat Lee King and his Cocks, Ain’cha, Heather Newman, She Sure Looks A Lot Like Me, Ben Levin, Pappy, Terry Hanck, Spring, Nancy Wright, Sugar Coated Love, J.P. Reali, Blues For Casey, Diana Rein, The Morning Line, Grady Ch...
2019-06-19
2h 15