Building Boston & Beyond, created by Lydia Rivera, is an educational podcast providing Massachusetts residents with information and updates surrounding the economic growth within their community, improvements to their neighborhood, and the many resources available to enhance their quality of life. From discussions with public officials, businesses, organizations, and changemakers, Building Boston & Beyond aims to inform and empower residents to have a voice, support each other, and join the discussion in their community.
Episodes
Monday Jun 27, 2022
Monday Jun 27, 2022
Tanisha Sullivan, a candidate for Secretary of State of Massachusetts, is an attorney, former chief equality officer of the Boston Public Schools, and President of the Boston chapter of the NAACP. Tanisha believes it's time for change by increasing government transparency and building a stronger and more vibrant democracy for all.
Tanisha Sullivan's campaign website:TanishaSullivan.com
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Saturday Jun 25, 2022
Saturday Jun 25, 2022
Chris Doughty is one of two Republican candidates running for Governor of Massachusetts; Chris joins as he discusses his experience as a businessman and how he will govern if elected.
Chris Doughty's campaign website: chrisforma.com
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Thursday Apr 21, 2022
Thursday Apr 21, 2022
Democratic candidate for Massachusetts State Auditor, Chris Dempsey shares his commitment to public service and passion for change.
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Thursday Apr 14, 2022
Thursday Apr 14, 2022
Welcome to Building Boston & Beyond, here is a bonus clip of our recent episode with Chef Abby Gray of Cooking with Abby as she talks about her client's favorite dishes and reminisces about her family's cooking.
Cooking with Abby's website: CookingWithAbby.com
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Thursday Apr 07, 2022
Thursday Apr 07, 2022
This week’s guest is Abby Gray, private chef, and owner of Cooking with Abby Culinary School located South of Boston in Norwell, Massachusetts. Abby’s background and path to her realizing her dream are inspiring. From politics to publishing to event planning – Abby combined these skills -- adding in her passion for cooking -- and reinvented herself. Abby brings to the table motivating energy -- To those of us who may be thinking of career change --- as her story is a testament that it is never too late.
Cooking with Abby's website: CookingWithAbby.com
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Thursday Dec 30, 2021
Thursday Dec 30, 2021
Worcester is the 2nd largest city in New England with the largest chamber of commerce. Joining Building Boston and Beyond today to talk about Worcester’s economic growth, its diverse landscape, and the many resources available to new businesses is Worcester Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Tim Murray.
Wednesday Dec 29, 2021
Wednesday Dec 29, 2021
2022 is here. Let’s kick off the New Year on a positive note beginning with strength, wellness, and confidence. Beth Whitney of Milton’s Fitness Unlimited speaks to achieving happier, healthy lives through a balanced lifestyle.
Beth joins Building Boston & Beyond to share the uniqueness of Fitness Unlimited’s community.
Tuesday Oct 26, 2021
Tuesday Oct 26, 2021
A woman-owned small business – Top Shelf Cookies - finds a home in Dorchester where the community has embraced owner Heather Higgins Yunger’s presence, job creation, and unique variety of cookies.
Top Shelf Cookies website: https://topshelfcookies.com/
Top Shelf Cookies Instagram: @topshelfcookies
Tuesday Oct 12, 2021
Tuesday Oct 12, 2021
The Cambridge City Council Election is approaching with less than a month away. Nineteen candidates, including 8 incumbents, vying for one of 9 seats.
Running for a seat on the council – is native Paul Toner.
Paul joins Building Boston and Beyond to share his vision for Cambridge.
Paul Toner's Website: https://www.tonerforcambridge.com
Tuesday Oct 05, 2021
Tuesday Oct 05, 2021
Althea Blackford, the founder of Boston Caribbean Fashion Week, joins Building Boston & Beyond to share her passion for fashion and invite people to join her to celebrate Caribbean culture through fashion. From October 13 through October 16, 2021, Althea returns, providing a runway for many successful and aspiring designers to showcase their collections and collaborate with other artists.
Boston Caribbean Fashion Week Website: https://www.bostoncfw.com
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