Book Stew - Ep. 94: Peter Bogyo
Peter Bogyo's tribute to "A Dog's Life." Eileen interviews the author of the unique collection.
Sep 01, 2021•32 min
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Bridging the Digital Divide S3 Ep7: Virtual Exercise
Exercise! Love it or hate it, for exercise benefit you, you have to actually "do it"! But how do you motivate yourself and your family to commit to an exercise regimen and stick with it? Maybe you could use a little technology to help? On this episode of Bridging the Digital Divide, Lisa and Brad take you on a journey through the land of virtual exercise technology. From the Fitbit wrist band and The Stealth Core trainer to the Pelaton Bike and the Mirror and more, listen in and find out what al...
Aug 03, 2021•31 min
Book Stew - Ep. 93: L. Annette Binder
L. Annette Binder, author of The Vanishing Sky, a novel based on her German family in the last year of WWII.
Jul 29, 2021•28 min
Where's Wilmington? - Ep 161: Tina Stewart
Sit down and get comfortable for this very special episode of Where's Wilmington featuring Wilmington Library Director, Tina Stewart! Tina shares the history of Wilmington's Library as part of their 150th Birthday celebration. See pictures of the original town library and hear interesting information about all the programs and special events lined up to help celebrate Wilmington's amazing library and it's past, present and future. Tina also talks about the final part of the celebration which end...
Jul 27, 2021•40 min
Member Spotlight: Sean Tivnan
Feel like hearing a WCTV success story? Then we've got you covered with this episode of Member Spotlight, featuring WCTV member, Sean Tivnan. Sean talks about how he began at WCTV as part of our youth and summer programs and then went on to volunteer for field and in studio projects as well as becoming a WCTV intern. As a recent graduate of Ithaca college, Sean shares the value of WCTV and his thoughts about how he wouldn't be where he is today in the industry, if it wasn't for WCTV.
Jul 01, 2021•9 min
Book Stew - Ep. 92: Kate Washington
Eileen sits down with Katie Washington, author of "Already Toast: Caregiving and Burnout in America"
Jul 01, 2021•30 min
Bridging the Digital Divide S3 Ep6: IT Talk
The term "ransomeware" has been bandied about of late, but what is it really and how does it impact our lives personally as well as on a community level? Lisa and Brad sit down with John O'Neil, Wilmington's Director of Information Technology to discuss what ransomware is and what our town is doing to protect its infrastructure from malicious attacks. John also shares insights about the world of technology and how to protect ourselves. Learn what a "typical" day is like from his vantage point as...
Jul 01, 2021•1 hr
Where's Wilmington? - Ep 160: Lisa King
Motivating kids to read can be challenging and with the return to traditional in school learning, motivating students can be even more challenging. On this episode of Where's Wilmington, Lisa Kapala talks with Lisa King, Principal of the Shawsheen Elementary School about an unusual tool she's discovered to help students read more and be more fully engaged in the learning process. Mrs. King recently received a grant from the Wilmington Educational Foundation (WEF) to purchase a Book Vending Machi...
Jun 17, 2021•17 min
Bridging the Digital Divide S3 Ep5: Happy Birthday Wilmington Memorial Library!
Wilmington's Library is turning 150! Imagine that! Ever wonder how the Library uses technology to bring you all the programs and books you love? Tune in for this episode of Bridging the Digital Divide to find out what your library is doing to make sure you're well served and informed. Lisa and Brad talk with Ellen Boyle, Marketing Librarian for Wilmington's Library. She shares how she helps get the word out about all the great things available to you at the library! Happy Birthday Wilmington Mem...
Jun 10, 2021•35 min
Book Stew-Ep. 91: Tia Williams
Host Eileen MacDougall welcomes Tia Williams, author of Seven Days in June and veteran beauty editor.
May 27, 2021•27 min
Bridging the Digital Divide S3 Ep4: Questions About QRs
Ever wonder what that "thing" that you scan at restaurants that shows you their menu does and how it brings you that information? That's called a QR code! On this episode, Lisa and Brad explore the world of QR codes, NFT, which is a form of digital commerce and Acorns, an investment platform that levels up change from your purchases and invests them for you!
May 11, 2021•36 min
Book Stew-Ep. 90: Jane Healey
Local author Jane Healey shares her novel, The Secret Stealers, in her third Book Stew appearance.
May 01, 2021•30 min
Bridging the Digital Divide S3 Ep3: Vaccine Technology
If you're curious about the technology behind the current vaccines for COVID-19 or wondering why some of the vaccines need to be stored at sub-zero temperatures, then this episode of Bridging the Digital Divide with Lisa Kapala and Brad McKenna is just for you! Lisa and Brad explain a little bit about mRNA, the driving force behind many of the available vaccines and just what this little instruction molecule does to fend off COVID-19. The also discuss the algorithm behind websites that help you ...
Apr 13, 2021•15 min
Where's Wilmington? - Ep 159: Miriam Nelson
On this episode of Where's Wilmington, meet Wilmington High School Senior, Miriam Nelson, who was recently appointed to the Wilmington Economic Development Committee. Miriam is one of Wilmington's bright stars and will be attending Harvard University in the fall as an economics major. Miriam has also been part of the Model UN, the Interact club and Wilmington's very own WOW organization. Find out about what's next for this young lady and what she is bringing to our community! Kudos to you Miriam...
Apr 08, 2021•18 min
Where's Wilmington? - Ep 158: Ryan LaRoche
Hear ye' ! Hear ye! The editor of the Wilmington Town Crier, Ryan LaRoche is the guest on this episode of Where's Wilmington. Have you ever wondered how Wilmington's Town Crier gets published and what that involves? Listen in as Lisa Kapala talks with Editor, Ryan LaRoche about what a typical day as a newsman is for him and how he keeps us all informed. Ryan also explains how the paper is created, from articles submitted by local authors, to the finished product arriving at your home. He also sh...
Apr 08, 2021•16 min
Book Stew - Ep. 89: Naima Coster
Eileen welcomes back author Naima Coster, sharing her new novel What’s Mine and Ours
Mar 30, 2021•30 min
Where's Wilmington? - Ep 157: George Hooper
George Hooper has been with the Town of Wilmington's Public Buildings Department for over 20 years. On this episode of Where's Wilmington, Hooper shares what a "typical" day looks like as the Superintendent of Public Buildings, especially now that COVID is a part of our daily lives.
Mar 04, 2021•18 min
Book Stew - Ep. 88: Marcia Butler
Guest Marcia Butler shares her new novel Oslo, Maine
Feb 25, 2021•30 min
Book Stew - Ep. 87: Leesa Cross-Smith
Elieen's guest, Lessa Cross-Smith, loves novels that take place over a single weekend.
Jan 26, 2021•29 min
Bridging the Digital Divide S3 Ep2: Christmas in Technology
Join Lisa Kapala and Brad McKenna for Bridging The Digital Divide. In this episode they share their wish list of Technology gear they would love to have if money were not a concern. Brad talks about wanting a self-driving car and Lisa would like a lot of fun gadgets like a temporary tattoo printing machine and more. Tune in for this fun episode and learn about some cool stuff that's available in our ever changing world.
Dec 22, 2020•31 min
Book Stew - Ep. 86: Deesha Philyaw
Deesha Philyaw, nominee for 2020 National Book Award for Fiction, discussing "The Secret Life of Church Ladies"
Dec 22, 2020•28 min
Where's Willmington? Ep 156: Dr. Huang
On this episode of Where’s Wilmington Lisa talks with Dr Wynne Huang, a Family Medicine practitioner from Woburn’s Caring for All practice. Huang shares tips for keeping your skin healthy, moisturized and protected while we continue to wear masks and face the Winter cold. Dr. Huang also tells us what to do about other skin and health issues like psoriasis and eczema and talks about when to toss old products we have in our medicine cabinets.
Dec 22, 2020•20 min
Book Stew - Ep 85: Diana Coleman
Diana Coleman shares "Women Going For It: Taking Risks After 50"
Dec 07, 2020•28 min
Namaste with Renee - Ep40- "When the Going Gets Tough..." with special guest Denise Reaves
"When the Going Gets Tough..." with special guest Denise Reaves
Nov 12, 2020•45 min
Book Stew - Ep 84: JoeAnn Hart
Gloucester author, JoeAnn Hart discusses her true crime memoir.
Oct 28, 2020•30 min
Book Stew - Ep 83: Dr. Larry Paoletti
Local Wilmington resident, Dr. Larry Paoletti of Harvard Medical School reads from his novel "The Last Hypothesis"
Sep 29, 2020•28 min
Namaste with Renee - Ep39- "Get Back to Using The Childlike Imagination"
Namaste with Renee - Ep39- "Get Back to Using The Childlike Imagination" by WCTV
Sep 29, 2020•14 min
Bridging the Digital Divide S3 Ep1: Virtual Learning
Welcome to Season 3 of Bridging the Digital Divide! Lisa and Brad kick off this season with a look at Virtual Learning and how to go about setting up a "virtual learning environment". They share with you everything from hardware, to tips for creating and stocking your workstation. While school may look and feel a little different, there are many ways that you can still make the experience pleasant and efficient. They also share some tips and tricks they've discovered in doing research for this e...
Sep 21, 2020•32 min
Book Stew - Ep 82: David Eye
David Eye gives host Eileen MacDougall and viewers a lesson in poetry appreciation
Aug 28, 2020•34 min
Bridging the Digital Divide S2 Ep20: Distance Learning
To "Distance Learn" or not to "Distance Learn"? that's the question! On this very special episode of Bridging the Digital Divide, meet Jenn, Lian and Emilia, 3 students who candidly discuss how Distance Learning was for them during the last school year and what they are concerned about for the coming school year. Jenn Tucci is a Shawsheen Tech graduate, attending New Haven College in the Fall. Emilia Spina is entering the 11th grade at Lowell Catholic and Lian Juergens will be entering the 10th ...
Aug 17, 2020•35 min
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