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Ope, A GhostEpisode 35 - A Conversation with The WFPRWe’re super excited to have our friends Lauren and Gina from The Witch's Familiar Paranormal Research stop in to talk about their spooky adventures. In this episode, Lauren and Gina discuss the locations they’ve investigated, how they found themselves involved in the paranormal, reveal some of their most intense experiences, and much more! We love Lauren and Gina, and we’re sure you will too. The WFPR on TiktokLauren on TiktokGina on TiktokThe WFPR on FacebookThe WFPR on YoutubeYou can also use this link t...
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More Perfect Union - WFPR042 - Covid and SeniorsIn this episode, the group is rejoined with Frank Falvey to discuss the current covid climate and the effects it's had on senior citizens; what it's like being a senior during this time, the disproportionate negative effects it's had on seniors, what has been done to aid this group and what more still needs to happen.
2022-02-2250 min
Franklin Faith Forum - WFPR018 - Rev. Cherry's Goodbye, Antisemitism in America, Saying FarewellIn this episode, Dr. Pandora Carlucci and Jay Horrigan are joined by Reverend Cherry, Reverend McAdams and Rabbi Alpert to discuss the Reverend Eric Cherry's departure from his congregation, the recent events of antisemitism in the country and how Rabbi Alpert's congregation and the greater Jewish community are responding, and the importance around saying goodbye and the spiritual ties to that.
2022-02-0446 min
Senior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 038 - Animal Stories, The Lavender Quilt, Something About Nothing, Homelessness and Mental Illness, Prince Edward Island, Syllable Quartet, The Bright Idea BulbIn this episode, The Franklin Senior Center writers group presents stories and poems about animal stories, The Lavender Quilt, Something About Nothing, Homelessness and Mental Illness, Prince Edward Island, Syllable Quartet, and the origin of "The Bright Idea Bulb" trope. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for January 2022.
2022-01-2639 minFranklin Faith Forum - WFPR017 - Rev. Cherry's Departure, Family, What Our Traditions Say and Why It MattersIn this episode, Dr. Pandora Carlucci is joined by Reverend Eric Cherry, Reverend McAdams Rabbi Alpert and Rev. Juncker to discuss the Reverend Eric Cherry's departure from his congregation, the importance of family, what our traditions say about family and why it matters most right now.
2022-01-2641 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR040 - Homes, The Workforce and Bringing Clean Heat to AmericaIn this episode, the group is joined by Emerson Claus, the president of the Home Builders and Home Improvement Association and new committee member of the Commission of Clean Heat, to talk about what goes into building a home, the U.S. workforce and his work towards bringing more clean heat to America.
2021-12-2954 minFranklin Faith Forum - WFPR016 - The Holiday Season, The Importance of Family & Spending Time With Loved OnesIn this episode, Jay Horrigan and Dr. Pandora Carlucci are joined by Reverend Eric Cherry, Reverend McAdams and Rabbi Alpert to discuss the holiday season, the traditions of family in religion, and spending the holiday season with your loved ones.
2021-12-2341 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR039 - Holiday Traditions; How Christmas Came To Be, The Story of Hanukkah and moreIn this episode, the group talks about holiday traditions; the story of Hanukkah and what it means to the Jewish people, how Santa and Christmas formed into what they are today, the story of St. Nicholas and more.
2021-12-2259 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR038 - Local GovernmentIn this episode, the group talks about local government; the work they do to keep the towns roads, schools and different buildings and services running, how things get done on a local level, what is taken for granted, and how the community comes together to improve things.
2021-12-1556 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 037 - Holiday Stories, Franklin Gift Card, The Scrooge and moreIn this episode, The Franklin Senior Center writers group presents stories and poems about the holiday season, the upcoming Franklin Gift Card, The Scrooge, pet grooming and so much more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for December 2021.
2021-12-0839 minFranklin Faith Forum - WFPR015 - Thanksgiving Ceremonies, Overcoming Hate and Loving Thy NeighborIn this episode, Jay Horrigan and Dr. Pandora Carlucci are joined by Pastor Junger, Reverend McAdams and Rabbi Alpert to discuss the leaving of Rev. Cherry from the program, the Thanksgiving and holiday ceremonies to come at their congregations, hate speech in the town of Franklin and their efforts to combat it and bring the community together.
2021-11-2458 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR037 - Sara AhernIn this episode, the group is joined by Franklin's Superintendent of Schools Dr. Sara Ahern, to discuss the her time here as a superintendent during COVID, the actions made to handle the pandemic and the work the schools are doing towards the future.
2021-11-1058 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 036 - November 2021In this episode, The Franklin Senior Center writers group presents stories and poems about nature, boot camp, Falmouth MA, discussion on language and prose, life and spirituality, the dark times during the height of COVID-19, and running cross country. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for November 2021.
2021-11-1059 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR036 - Jake AuchinclossIn this episode, the group is joined by US State Rep. for Massachusetts, Jake Auchincloss, to discuss his work, the district in Massachusetts he serves, the Infrastructure Bill that's in development in Washington, the process of making and revising large bills, the Biden administration and working in the current bipartisan world.
2021-11-0251 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR035 - Infrastructure BillIn this episode, the group dives into the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Bill, breaking down the different components of the bill, the possible effects that will come as a result, the hurdles that stand before it and so much more.
2021-10-2048 minFranklin Faith Forum - WFPR014 - Turning The Corner Past Covid, Interreligious Connections, and Why We Need EachotherIn this episode, Jay Horrigan and Dr. Pandora Carlucci are joined by Reverend Cherry, Reverend McAdams and Rabbi Alpert to discuss how their congregations are moving past covid, how interreligious connections have affected their lives, and the importance of taking care of your neighbor.
2021-10-2043 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR034 - Presidential LibrariesIn this episode, Jeff Roy leads the discussion on U.S. presidential libraries, the tradition of honoring past presidents with a library which details the time during their presidency. The group discusses the significance around these libraries, stories, and Jeff's recent completion of his library passport.
2021-10-0658 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 035 - October 2021The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for October 2021.
2021-10-0653 minFranklin Faith Forum - WFPR013 - October 2021Jay Horrigan and Dr. Pandora Carlucci are joined by Rev. Cherry, Rev. McAdams and Rabbi Alpert to discuss faith in their own congregations and how listeners can discover more opportunities to practice faith in their own lives.
2021-10-0657 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR033 - Climate Change (Part 2)In this two part series, the group is joined by Mass General Dr. Ray Liu to discuss climate change in the US and globally, the policy and actions that need to take place to keep things under control, and share snippets from a recent Harvard talk given by John Kerry about climate change and public health.
2021-09-2943 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR033 - Climate Change (Part 1)In this two part series, the group is joined by Mass General Dr. Ray Liu to discuss climate change in the US and globally, the policy and actions that need to take place to keep things under control, and share snippets from a recent Harvard talk given by John Kerry about climate change and public health.
2021-09-2235 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR032 - Universal Basic IncomeIn this episode, the group dives into the Universal Basic Income discussion; covering the pros and cons of implementing it, the history and facts of wages and labor, the alternatives to UBI and the plausability of actually pulling it off.
2021-09-0855 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 034 - September 2021The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for September 2021.
2021-09-0839 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR031 - AfghanistanIn this episode, the group discusses the crisis in Afghanistan, the US desicion to pull out of the the country, how the Taliban has taken over and what the future may hold for the country. As mentioned in this episode, a PDF outlining the UN Declaration of Human Rights can be found here:https://www.ohchr.org/en/udhr/documents/udhr_translations/eng.pdf
2021-09-0158 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 033 - August 2021The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for August 2021.
2021-08-1133 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR030 - See What HappensIn this episode, the group discusses misinformation in this age of social media, how social media companies should approach content moderation, the potential dangers of misinformation and the positives for the spread of information and connecting with others.
2021-08-0455 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR029 - Election RepressionIn this episode, the group talks about the importance of the right to vote, the voter suppression that took place this past election, what's being done as a result of it and what the future might hold for voting.
2021-08-0459 minFranklin Faith Forum - WFPR012 - July 2021Jay Horrigan and Dr. Pandora Carlucci are joined by Rev. Cherry, Rev. McAdams and Rabbi Alpert to discuss faith in their own congregations and how listeners can discover more opportunities to practice faith in their own lives.
2021-08-0456 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR028 - Biden & The Vaccine; What Does It MeanIn this episode, the group talks about the Biden administration's efforts to roll out the vaccine and mitigate the virus in a timely fashion, how virus misinformation hurts these efforts, and the problems still at play with the coronavirus.
2021-07-2159 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 032 - July 2021The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for July 2021.
2021-07-0731 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR027 - TeenagersIn this episode, Peter opens a discussion around teenagers, Brandon Levy's recent victory in the Supreme Court, the first amendment, freedom of speech, and the laws surrounding what is and isn't allowed.
2021-07-0755 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR026 - Tulsa & JuneteenthIn this episode, Frank and the group discuss the history of Tulsa Oklahoma, Texas, the history of Juneteenth and the recent developments on the legislative push to make Juneteenth a nationally recognized holiday.
2021-06-2955 minFranklin Faith Forum - WFPR011 - June 2021Jay Horrigan and Dr. Pandora Carlucci are joined by Rev. Cherry, Rev. McAdams and Rabbi Alpert to discuss faith in their own congregations and how listeners can discover more opportunities to practice faith in their own lives.
2021-06-2349 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 031 - June 2021The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for June 2021.
2021-06-0942 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR025 - EthicsIn this episode, Frank and the group discuss how ethics play a role in society and how something the difference between what's legal and what's ethical.
2021-06-0456 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR024 - Reparations and EvanstonIn this episode, Frank and the group discuss the recent passing of legislation in Evanston Illinois, the positive impact it will have for POC, and the importance of reparations for African Americans.
2021-06-0359 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 030 - May 2021The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for May 2021.
2021-06-0236 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR023 - Mother's InfluenceIn this special Mother's Day episode, the group discuss the influence their mother's and mother figures have had in their lives, sharing stories and lessons from their upbringing.
2021-06-0255 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR022 - Chauvin TrialIn this episode, Frank and the group discuss the results of the recent Derek Chauvin Trial, the work that still needs to be done on, and the future following these results.
2021-06-0159 minFranklin Faith Forum - WFPR010 - May 2021Dr. Pandora Carlucci is joined by Rev. Cherry, Rev. McAdams and Rabbi Alpert to discuss faith in their own congregations and how listeners can discover more opportunities to practice faith in their own lives.
2021-05-1849 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR021 - Ammendments Part IIn this episode, Frank and the group discuss the history of the U.S. constitution, amendments, and the need for more amendments in the modern age.
2021-05-0749 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR020 - Climate ChangeIn this episode, Frank and the group discuss the current climate crisis, projections, and what efforts the U.S. and the rest of the world need to make to keep things under control.
2021-05-0659 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR019 - Public HealthIn this episode, Frank and the group discuss public health, what's a right and what needs to be enforced, and why the government needs to play a part in protecting the public.
2021-05-0555 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR018 - Race Program Part IIIn this episode, Frank and the group are joined by students of Franklin High School to discuss their experiences as being a POC in Franklin Schools, racism, and the efforts the school system is making to combat racism.
2021-04-2259 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR017 - Covid FutureIn this episode, Frank and the group discuss the Covid vaccine's current rollout, what future projections look like and what we can expect moving forward.
2021-04-2156 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR016 - Race ProgramIn this episode, Frank and the group discuss the experiences of being a POC in the United States today, the challenges at hand, and what needs to be done now and moving forward to ensure a safer and more equal country.
2021-04-2059 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR015 - Music Program SpecialIn this special episode, Frank and the group take a break from current events to discuss music, their backgrounds and even play some of their favorite songs.
2021-04-0456 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR014 - Handling CovidIn this episode, Frank and the group discuss how the covid-19 recovery plan has played out, how things have changed under the Biden presidency and what the future for America may look like.
2021-04-0355 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR013 - ImpeachmentIn this episode, Frank and the group discuss the president's ongoing impeachment, the effects of the decision and the results following the January 6th attack at the Capitol.
2021-04-021h 06Senior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 029 - April 2021The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for April 2021.
2021-04-0131 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR012 - George FloydIn this episode, Frank and the group discuss the current George Floyd trial, race relations in America and the role police officers play.
2021-04-0154 minFranklin Faith Forum - WFPR009 - March 2021Jay Horrigan and Dr. Pandora Carlucci join Rev. Cherry, Rev. McAdams and Rabbi Alpert to discuss faith in their own congregations and how listeners can discover more opportunities to practice faith in their own lives.
2021-03-0952 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 028 - March 2021The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for March 2021.
2021-03-0138 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR011 - Impeachment Open DiscussionIn this episode, Frank and the group discuss the current impeachment trial, Trump's role in that, the republican party's response, and the current setting of the U.S.
2021-02-1251 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR010 - Danielle AllenIn this episode, Frank and the group are joined by Harvard professor Danielle Allen to discuss the history of democracy.
2021-02-1156 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR009 - HomebuildersIn this episode, Frank and the group discuss the impact of legislation of small business owners and the impact of Covid-19 on small businesses.
2021-02-1056 minFranklin Faith Forum - WFPR008 - February 2021Jay Horrigan and Dr. Pandora Carlucci join Rev. Cherry, Rev. McAdams and Rabbi Alpert to discuss faith in their own congregations and how listeners can discover more opportunities to practice faith in their own lives.
2021-02-0943 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR008 - Presidential InaugurationIn this episode, Frank and the group discuss the Biden's recent Presidential Inauguration, his promises to America and what this means for the future of the country.
2021-02-091h 10More Perfect Union - WFPR007 - Shawn DooleyIn this episode, Frank and the group are joined by representative Shawn Dooley to talk about the future of the republican party and the coming impeachment trial.
2021-02-0857 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR006 - January 6th Capitol AttackIn this episode, Frank and the group discuss the recent US Capitol attack, Trump's link to the events and how this will play out for the future of Trump and the Republican party.
2021-02-0756 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR005 - CovidIn this episode, Frank and the group discuss how the U.S. has dealt with Covid and what could be done to improve the recovery.
2021-02-0658 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR004 - Electoral College and Ranked Choice VotingIn this episode, Frank and the group discuss the operations of the electoral college, and the current push in Massachusetts to switch to a ranked choice voting system.
2021-02-0559 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR003 - The Future Of The United StatesIn this episode, Frank and the group discuss the upcoming Inauguration, the current political climate, and what needs to be done now.
2021-02-0458 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR002 - Post Election DiscussionIn this episode, Frank and the group go deeper on the 2020 Presidential Election, discussing the more solidified results and how things have played out between Biden and Trump's teams.
2021-02-0349 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR001 - Post Election Program Part 2In this episode, Frank and the group discuss the 2020 Presidential Election, the current political climate and what the future might hold.
2021-02-0236 minMore Perfect Union - WFPR001 - Post Election Program Part 1In this episode, Frank and the group discuss the 2020 Presidential Election, the current political climate and what the future might hold.
2021-02-0157 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 027 - February 2021The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for February 2021.
2021-02-0147 minFranklin Faith Forum - WFPR007 - January 2021Jay Horrigan and Dr. Pandora Carlucci join Rev. Cherry, Rev. McAdams and Rabbi Alpert to discuss faith in their own congregations and how listeners can discover more opportunities to practice faith in their own lives.
2021-01-0548 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 026 - January 2021The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for January 2021.
2021-01-0139 minFranklin Faith Forum - WFPR006 - December 2020Jay Horrigan and Dr. Pandora Carlucci join Rev. Cherry, Rev. McAdams and Rabbi Alpert to discuss faith in their own congregations and how listeners can discover more opportunities to practice faith in their own lives.
2020-12-0854 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 025 - December 2020The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for December 2020.
2020-12-0127 minFranklin Faith Forum - WFPR005 - November 2020 [LIVE Election Program]This month, the group goes live on Franklin Radio to discuss faith following the election. Jay Horrigan and Dr. Pandora Carlucci join Rev. Cherry, Rev. McAdams and Rabbi Alpert to discuss faith in their own congregations and how listeners can discover more opportunities to practice faith in their own lives.
2020-11-0658 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 024 - November 2020The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for November 2020.
2020-11-0153 minFranklin Faith Forum - WFPR004 - October 2020Jay Horrigan and Dr. Pandora Carlucci join Rev. Cherry, Rev. McAdams and Rabbi Alpert to discuss faith in their own congregations and how listeners can discover more opportunities to practice faith in their own lives.
2020-10-0646 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 023 - October 2020The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for October 2020.
2020-10-0148 minFranklin Faith Forum - WFPR003 - September 2020Jay Horrigan and Dr. Pandora Carlucci join Rev. Cherry, Rev. McAdams and Rabbi Alpert to discuss faith in their own congregations and how listeners can discover more opportunities to practice faith in their own lives.
2020-09-0833 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 022 - September 2020The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for September 2020.
2020-09-0131 minFranklin Faith Forum - WFPR002 - August 2020Jay Horrigan and Dr. Pandora Carlucci join Rev. Cherry, Rev. McAdams and Rabbi Alpert to discuss faith in their own congregations and how listeners can discover more opportunities to practice faith in their own lives.
2020-08-0437 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 021 - August 2020The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for August 2020.
2020-08-0128 minFranklin Faith Forum - WFPR001 - July 2020Jay Horrigan and Dr. Pandora Carlucci join Rev. Cherry, Rev. McAdams and Rabbi Alpert to discuss faith in their own congregations and how listeners can discover more opportunities to practice faith in their own lives.
2020-07-0737 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 020 - July 2020The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for July 2020.
2020-07-0145 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 019 - June 2020The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for June 2020.
2020-06-0133 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 018 - May 2020The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for May 2020.
2020-05-0136 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 017 - March 2020The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for March 2020.
2020-03-0139 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 016 - February 2020The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for February 2020.
2020-02-0145 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 015 - November 2019The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for November 2019.
2019-11-0132 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 014 - October 2019The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This month the writer's focus around fall themed writing. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for October 2019.
2019-10-0140 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 013 - September 2019 ChallengeThe Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. Peter issues a writer's challenge to the group this month. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for September 2019.
2019-09-0148 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 012 - August 2019The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for August 2019.
2019-08-0146 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 011 - July 2019The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for July 2019.
2019-07-0138 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 010 - June 2019The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for June 2019.
2019-06-0138 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 009 - May 2019The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for May 2019.
2019-05-0145 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 008 - April 2019The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for April 2019.
2019-04-0134 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 007 - March 2019The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode aired on Franklin Radio for March 2019.
2019-03-0136 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 006 - February Love (Feb 2019)The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode focuses on love themed writing for Valentines day.
2019-02-0139 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 005 - Resolutions (Jan 2019)The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode focuses on New Year's Resolution themed stories and writing.
2019-01-0130 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 004 - Tis The Season (Dec 2018)The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode is themed around the holidays and winter memories.
2018-12-0136 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 003 - Halloween 2018The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more. This episode focuses on Halloween stories and themes.
2018-10-0128 minSenior Story Hour - WFPREpisode 002 - October 2018The Franklin Senior Center reads short stories, essays, poems and more
2018-09-0130 min