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Conversations from the world of classical music hosted by Presto Music's Paul Thomas, David Smith and Rob Cowan. Guests have included artists such as Jess Gillam, Anna Lapwood and Patricia Kopatchinskaja, and respected writers and critics like Rob Cowan, David Hurwitz and Andrew Mellor. Visit us at www.prestomusic.com
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Founders in Arms

Immad Akhund and Rajat Suri

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In this weekly series, fellow startup founders Immad Akhund (Mercury) and Rajat Suri (Presto, Lima, and Lyft) explore current events in the world of tech, startup, and policy, offering insights from their distinguished careers and an array of expert guests. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CuriosityPodcast Substack: https://curiositypodcast.substack.com/
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Presto!

John Nowacki

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Presto! is a classical music podcast from New England Public Media’s John Nowacki, the host of Morning Classical on NEPM 885.FM. In this podcast, John goes in-depth with noted conductors, composers and musicians.
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Rob Cope brings you The Jazz Podcast, in conversation with musicians from around the world. We love stories of how people get into playing music and what keeps them going. We hope you enjoy our collection. Hosted by Rob Cope and Tara Minton.
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SUPER WHY, the new animated television series on PBS Kids and the interactive website on pbskids.org/superwhy, helps children ages 3-6 learn key reading skills, including alphabet, rhyming, spelling and reading comprehension, through interactive storybook adventures.
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The Valley Today

Janet Michael

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Each weekday, host Janet Michael hosts thirty minutes of conversation on topics such as tourism, business, events, healthcare, education, law enforcement, history, local government and more. Guests are recorded (mostly) in advance, some via computer and some in person. The conversations happen in local coffee shops, at local businesses, during local events. Local people making things happen in their community. The program airs just a few minutes after noon every weekday on The River 95.3 and ...
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So, you drop your pet off at the local grooming shop, and two hours later- PRESTO!! It looks and smells like a new animal. Magic, right?? Wrong, it’s not magic, folks! Ali McLennan is here to demystify the pet grooming experience for you!! Ali is a professional pet groomer in NYC's Upper East Side. She is the grooming expert for Animal Planet's "Underdog to Wonderdog," "Cats 101," Purina Cat Chow, and morning shows across the country. She is passionate about the joy our pets can bring, and w ...
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Discover Pressure Cooking

Various Cooking Experts

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Our expert chefs show you how to use a pressure cooker to prepare delicious entrees, desserts, and more. Visit www.discoverpressurecooking.com for these recipe and more information about pressure cooking.
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Viva Las Vegas! Every other week these DJ Wives discuss everything from relationship issues to Las Vegas events. Candid conversations, special guests and their unwillingness to take themselves too seriously will make you tune in and want to hang out with these fun ladies at one of their husbands’ gigs!
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"Chicken soup for the dark night of the soul. Heir apparent to the throne of Vincent Price and Boris Karloff, Bill Oberst Jr. does far more than just read spooky stories. He invites you on a thoughtful, dark journey with warmth and sophistication. Do yourself a favor and subscribe." (Apple Podcasts Review)
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In this episode of 'The Valley Today,' host Janet Michael sits down with co-host Carl Knoblock, Virginia District Director for the Small Business Administration, and guests Jonathan and Rachael Worsley, owners of Waypoint House Bed and Breakfast and Presto Dinners, to discuss their businesses and strategies for expanding their reach. The discussion…
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Amid the plethora of Bruckner recordings released to mark the composer’s bicentenary this year, Manfred Honeck’s account of Symphony No. 7 with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra (coupled with a new commission by Mason Bates) stands out for what BBC Music Magazine described as the ‘high levels of synergy and mutual comprehension’ between conductor a…
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In this episode of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael welcomes Rick Ours from the Kiwanis Club of Winchester and Kelly Bober, Executive Director at the ChildSafe Center-CAC, to discuss the upcoming Fall Pancake Day. Rick, a board member of the Kiwanis Club, talks about the history and significance of the event, including the transition back to no…
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In this episode, host Janet Michael is joined by Kaleigh Fincham, the Director of Events for the Top of Virginia Regional Chamber, and Scott Harvard, the CEO of First Bank. Together, they discuss the upcoming Economic Summit hosted by the Chamber on November 14, 2024, from 8:30am - 12pm at Shenandoah University. Scott Harvard discusses the success …
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In this episode of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael, and co-host Justin Kerns from Winchester/Frederick County Convention & Visitor's Bureau, sat down with Shawn Steffey, co-owner of the soon-to-open T.T. Wall's Kitchen and Bar located at 147 N. Loudoun Street in downtown Winchester on the Old Town Walking Mall. The conversation kicked off with…
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In this episode of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael is joined by Shenandoah County Planner Tyler Hinkle to discuss Shenandoah 2045, the county's comprehensive planning process which has now moved into the implementation phase. Joining Tyler is Mount Jackson Town Manager Olivia Hilton. Over the next few months, Tyler will highlight each of the s…
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In this episode, host Janet Michael joins up with Joanne Royaltey from the Frederick County Extension Office and kate Reed, a NSV Master Gardener to discuss the benefits of fall gardening. Joanne highlights that fall is often overlooked as a gardening season despite its advantages such as cooler weather and softer grounds, which help plants establi…
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In this episode of Founders in Arms, Immad and Raj sit down with Roger Dickey (Mafia Wars, Gigster, and Untitled Capital) for a deep dive into startup ideation and product-led growth. Roger shares his structured process for generating hundreds of startup ideas, including his unique "matrix approach." The three founders discuss the joys and challeng…
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As part of a community health partnership with Valley Health, in this episode of the Valley Today, Janet Michael hosts a discussion with Dr. Jeffrey Feit and Jason Craig from Valley Health. The focus is on the ongoing Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) process. They explain the purpose of the CHNA, which is conducted every three years to syst…
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In this episode of Valley Today, host Janet Michael talks with Melanie Mullinax, the Communications and Event Manager for the State Arboretum of Virginia at Blandy Experimental Farm. The conversation kicks off with discussions around the highly anticipated “Ginkgo Gold Weekends,” during the last weekend of October and the first weekend of November.…
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In this episode of the Valley Today, host Janet Michael welcomes Gina Hilliard, president of the Luray/Page Chamber of Commerce, and her guest Kris Garrett, a licensed massage therapist who owns and operates Integrated Body Works. The trio discusses the considerable benefits of massage therapy, dispelling the myth that it’s just a luxury and highli…
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In this episode of Founders in Arms, Immad Akhund and Raj Suri are joined by special guest Sheel Mohnot, founder of BTV Ventures and 500 FinTech. The trio dive into a wide-ranging discussion covering the state of FinTech, entrepreneurship in India, and the evolving landscape of social media. This episode offers listeners a blend of practical advice…
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In this episode of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael is joined by Andrea Cosans, the executive director of Winchester CCAP, to celebrate their 50-year anniversary. The conversation begins with Andrea providing a history of CCAP, highlighting its origins and evolution over the decades. Initially founded by members of various church congregations …
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In this episode of 'The Valley Today,' host Janet Michael discusses the upcoming conference, 'Sixty Slaves for Sale: Reckoning with Enslavement in the Shenandoah Valley,' set to take place at Laurel Ridge Community College on October 26th. The event is organized by Laurel Ridge Community College in collaboration with Belle Grove Plantation. Janet i…
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In this episode of the Valley Today, host Janet Michael converses with Robyn Miller, the Executive Director of the Winchester Area Temporary Transitional Shelter (WATTS). They discuss the array of services WATTS provides and the ongoing challenges faced by the homeless community, especially during the winter season. The conversation begins with Rob…
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In this episode, Janet Michael, the host of 'Valley Today', welcomes Martha Reynolds, the Executive Director at the Barns of Rose Hill. The focus is on the exciting events and activities happening at the Barns of Rose Hill, particularly as the fall and holiday season approach. Martha shares detailed information about the diverse range of events sch…
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In this episode of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael welcomed Kristen Gregg and Aliyha Gill from the Phoenix Project. Janet, who also serves as the Vice Chair of the United Way Northern Shenandoah Valley Board of Directors and this year's campaign chair, started the discussion reflecting on her dual role. Kristen is a children's advocate, and Al…
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In this episode of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael welcomes Kyle Hayes, a volunteer from Valleyhaven Furniture Bank, to discuss the organization and its mission. The conversation begins with an introduction to the concept of furniture banks and their importance in helping individuals transition from situations of adversity to sustainable livin…
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Immad and Raj sit down with Martin Basiri, co-founder and former CEO of ApplyBoard and current CEO of Passage, for a conversation that delves deep into the world of education technology and immigration. Martin shares insights on the challenges and opportunities present in the education sector, discussing ApplyBoard's unique business model and the i…
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In this episode of Traffic Safety Thursday on The Valley Today, host Janet Michael and co-host Lt. Warren Gosnell from the Frederick County Sheriff's Office discuss a wide range of topics related to traffic safety and law enforcement responsibilities. Lt. Gosnell explains his various roles within the sheriff's office, including being the traffic sa…
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In this episode of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael is joined by co-host Niki Foster of the Front Royal Warren County Chamber and her guest, Katie Bonnet, owner of Fussell Florist. Katie shares her experiences over the last two and a half years since she last appeared on the show. Initially, she bought the florist shop from Betty Showers and ha…
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In this episode of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael is joined by co-host Kary Haun from Shenandoah County Tourism, and their guest Robert Hall at the Blue Wing Frog in Strasburg. Janet and Kary explore the culinary journey of Blue Wing Frog, a restaurant owned by Robert and his wife, Kelly Sprague. The conversation delves into the couple's dedi…
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In this episode, Janet Michael chats with Tyler Hinkle, Shenandoah County's planner, about Shenandoah 2045, the county's comprehensive planning process which has now moved into the implementation phase. Tyler shares the exciting news of the plan's unanimous adoption and explains the next steps in its development, focusing on making the document mor…
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Pianist Rebeca Omordia recently released her second album of African piano music, African Pianism Volume 2, bringing the classical music of native composers the attention it deserves. I had the pleasure of chatting with her to find out more about the music, its background, the qualities that make it uniquely African, and common ground with Western,…
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Immad and Raj sit down with Paul English, the co-founder and former CTO of Kayak, for a deep dive into consumer tech startups. Paul shared some fascinating insights from his entrepreneurial journey, including building capital-efficient companies, leveraging AI to boost productivity, and the future of AR glasses and wearables. In addition, Paul shar…
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In this episode, host Janet Michael sits with Winter Brooks, co-chair of the Stephens City Out of the Darkness Community Walk, a significant event aimed at raising awareness about suicide and supporting affected individuals and communities. Janet highlights that Winter Brooks has been organizing the community walk for 10 years, marking a decade of …
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In today's episode, host Janet Michael welcomed the co-directors of the new AIDS Response Effort (ARE) LGBTQ+ Community Center, Matt Buracker and Mary Bohacek. The conversation covered the groundwork and preparation of the center, which is currently under renovation, and discussed the broad range of services that ARE provides to the community, incl…
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In this episode, Janet Michael hosts the Valley Business Today segment with the Top of Virginia Regional Chamber. Janet welcomes Cynthia Schneider, the CEO of the Top of Virginia Regional Chamber, and Sabra Veach, the new Director of Programs and Services. The conversation begins with introductions, where Sabra shares her background and enthusiasm …
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In this episode of Tourism Tuesday, host Janet Michael sits down with co-host Justin Kerns from the Winchester/Frederick County Convention & Visitors Bureau to talk with Danny Turner, the new owner of the historic Snow White Grill in Winchester. Janet and Justin open with a discussion about the emotions tied to the history of the iconic Snow White …
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In this episode, host Janet Michael speaks with Andy Gail, the new CEO of United Way Northern Shenandoah Valley, about the recent Day of Caring event. The conversation covers their day together on Friday, visiting various projects and witnessing the impact of the volunteers. Andy shares that over 900 volunteers participated in 84 projects across si…
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Send us your thoughts! Tom is based in Manchester, UK. He studied Saxophone and composition at the Royal Northern College of Music and the University of Manchester. His classical training from Rob Buckland (saxophone), Camden Reeves and Gary Carpenter (composition) continues to inform all of his original work, which blends his distinctive voice as …
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In this episode, host Janet Michael, welcomed back Joanne Royalty from the Frederick County Extension Office. The episode began with a heartfelt tribute to Corey Childs, a beloved extension agent who recently passed away. Joanne shared that Cory was instrumental in the development of the Northern Shenandoah Valley Master Gardener Association. His c…
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In this episode of Founders in Arms, Immad and Raj dive into the latest developments in AI, discussing OpenAI's new O1 model and its impressive reasoning capabilities. The conversation explores potential applications for this technology and debates the future of vertical AI startups. The conversation then shifts to the challenges and benefits of re…
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As part of a community health partnership with Valley Health, host Janet Michael welcomes Dr. Shashank Sharma, a vascular surgeon with Valley Health Vascular Surgeons at Winchester Medical Center. Their topic today focuses on peripheral arterial disease (PAD) in observance of September being PAD Awareness Month. The conversation covers what PAD is,…
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The conversation today is part of an ongoing partnership with the US Small Business Administration highlighting small businesses in the Shenandoah Valley as well as offering advice and resources to all small businesses. In this episode, host Janet Michael and co-host Carl Knoblock, Virginia District Director for the SBA dive into the importance of …
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In this episode, host Janet Michael welcomes Kristen Laise, the Executive Director at Belle Grove Plantation, and Rebecca Gibson, a member of the host committee and competitor in the US Border Collie Handlers Association (USBCHA) 2024 National Sheepdog Finals. The conversation dives into the exciting return of the sheepdog finals at Belle Grove, th…
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In this episode, host Janet Michael is joined by Gina Hilliard, President of the Luray/Page Chamber of Commerce, and Allysah Fox, Public Information Officer for Shenandoah National Park. The discussion touches on the beauty of fall in Shenandoah National Park and provides listeners with valuable tips for visiting the park. Allysah shares insights o…
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In this episode of Founders in Arms, Immad and Raj welcome Silicon Valley legend Paul Buchheit. As the creator of Gmail, an early Google pioneer, and a Y Combinator partner, Paul shares his unique perspectives on the rapidly evolving AI landscape and its implications for startups and society. The conversation covers the current state of large langu…
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In today's episode, host Janet Michael welcomed guests Christa Shifflett, Executive Director at the Warren Coalition, and Celeste Brooks, Community Outreach Coordinator. The discussion revolved around celebrating Celebrate Kids Day and the Warren Coalition's 30th anniversary campaign. Christa began by providing a brief overview of the Warren Coalit…
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In this episode, host Janet Michael welcomes Guy Curtis, the Director of Marketing for Laurel Ridge Community College, and Samantha Brill, a Program Manager for Laurel Ridge Workforce Solutions. They discuss the college's new Fiber Optic Installer program. This program addresses the growing demand for fiber optic installers due to the expansion of …
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In this episode, host Janet Michael sits down with SueAnn Myers, the Executive Director of Blue Ridge Independence at Home, to discuss the new PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program. Throughout the conversation, SueAnn explains the extensive services provided through PACE, which aims to help seniors aged 55 and older who are e…
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In this episode, host Janet Michael welcomes Nathan Stalvey, the Director of the Clarke County Historical Association, for a special Tourism Tuesday Berryville/ Clarke County edition. The conversation revolves around the upcoming 'Art at the Mill' event and other significant projects by the association. Nathan shares exciting details about the 'Art…
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In this episode, host Janet Michael discusses one of Frederick County's favorite events, the Shenandoah Valley Apple Harvest Festival, with co-chair Darla McCreary. Darla, a Winchester Rotarian, shares that the festival will take place on September 21st and 22nd at the Frederick County Fairgrounds. The festival is celebrating its 50th year and will…
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Send us your thoughts! Joan Hutton is a performer, composer and educator residing in Minneapolis. Joan’s diverse interests have taken her from jazz, free improv and funk to classical, chamber music and pit orchestras. She has released two jazz albums featuring her original music, with co-leader Sue Orfield, on Shifting Paradigm Records: “Take That …
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