Hey Stamford! Podcast

About Hey Stamford! Podcast

Your favorite local lifestyle guide is now on the mic — live from our studio inside PJ’s storefront at Stamford Town Center. The Hey Stamford! Podcast dives into real, unfiltered conversations with the people shaping the city’s culture, energy, and vibe — from chefs and bartenders to artists, entrepreneurs, and community leaders. It’s local stories, authentic voices, and all the flavor that makes Stamford special.

Publisher

PJ Kennedy | Hey Stamford!

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

27 May 2025

Latest episode

7 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

28 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   7 Oct 2026

   UConn Stamford’s Future: Growth, Campus Life & Stamford | Dr. Jennifer Orlikoff

   What does the future of UConn Stamford look like? In this episode of the Hey Stamford! Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Jennifer Orlikoff, Campus Dean and Chief Administrative Officer of UConn Stamford, for a conversation about the growth and evolution of the Stamford campus. Dr. Orlikoff has led UConn Stamford since 2022, and we talk about what initially attracted her to Stamford, how the campus has changed, what is driving its growth, and why students are choosing Stamford for their college experience. We also explore the idea of UConn Stamford becoming a “destination campus,” the importance of student housing and campus community, and what makes studying in the heart of Stamford different from the traditional college experience. The conversation also looks beyond the campus itself — including UConn Stamford’s relationship with the local business community, internships and workforce development, and the role the university can play in Stamford’s future economic growth. We talk about the growing importance of AI, fintech and technology, and how UConn Stamford is thinking about preparing students for a changing workforce. Finally, Dr. Orlikoff shares her vision for the future of UConn Stamford and what she hopes the campus will look and feel like in the years ahead. A conversation about UConn Stamford, higher education, students, campus life, economic development and the future of Stamford, Connecticut. ### 🎙️ About The Hey Stamford! PodcastThe Hey Stamford! Podcast highlights the people, businesses, and stories that make Stamford unique—covering local culture, events, entrepreneurship, and community conversations. 🛍️ Sponsored by Hey Stamford! The Store Your go-to for local goods, gifts, accessories, and more. 📍 Visit us at Stamford Town Center (4th Floor) 🛒 Shop online: https://shop.heystamford.com 💸 Use code POD10 for 10% off your next order #### 📬 Stay ConnectedSubscribe to The Friday Newsletter for the best of Stamford lifestyle, events, and local buzz—delivered straight to your inbox:👉 https://bit.ly/4tBS9Kd #### 📱 Follow Hey Stamford!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heystamfordTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heystamfordFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/heystamfordThreads: https://www.threads.com/@heystamfordX: https://x.com/HeyStamford #### ⭐ Enjoying the podcast?Be sure to follow, rate, and review—it helps more people discover the show! 🎧 Watch & Listen Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. ###

2. 

   5 Oct 2026

   Hey Stamford! Headlines | Week of October 4, 2026

   Hey Stamford! Headlines is your quick weekly local news briefing from Hey Stamford! Hosted by PJ Kennedy, each episode covers what’s making news around Stamford—from business and development to public safety, community news, sports, and more. Just a few minutes to stay informed about what’s happening around town. ### Sponsored by Hey Stamford! The Store Your go-to for local goods, gifts, accessories, and more. Visit us at Stamford Town Center (4th Floor) Shop online: https://shop.heystamford.com Use code POD10 for 10% off your next order Stay ConnectedSubscribe to The Friday Newsletter for the best of Stamford lifestyle, events, and local buzz—delivered straight to your inbox:https://bit.ly/4tBS9Kd #### Follow Hey Stamford!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heystamfordTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heystamfordFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/heystamfordThreads: https://www.threads.com/@heystamfordX: https://x.com/HeyStamford #### Enjoying the podcast?Be sure to follow, rate, and review—it helps more people discover the show! Watch & Listen Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. ###

3. 

   30 Sept 2026

   Mike Zody: From the Kitchen to a Stamford Institution | The Story Behind Zody’s 19th Hole & Giving Back

   Mike Zody joins the Hey Stamford! Podcast to share his journey from starting in the kitchen to becoming the owner of Zody’s 19th Hole. We talk about his 40+ years in Stamford, the story behind Zody’s, how the city has changed, and why giving back to the community has always been so important to him. ### Learn more about our guest:You can learn more about Mike Zody and Zody's 19th Hole by visiting: https://zodys19thhole.com/ ### 🎙️ About The Hey Stamford! PodcastThe Hey Stamford! Podcast highlights the people, businesses, and stories that make Stamford unique—covering local culture, events, entrepreneurship, and community conversations. 🛍️ Sponsored by Hey Stamford! The Store Your go-to for local goods, gifts, accessories, and more. 📍 Visit us at Stamford Town Center (4th Floor) 🛒 Shop online: https://shop.heystamford.com 💸 Use code POD10 for 10% off your next order 📬 Stay ConnectedSubscribe to The Friday Newsletter for the best of Stamford lifestyle, events, and local buzz—delivered straight to your inbox:👉 https://bit.ly/4tBS9Kd #### 📱 Follow Hey Stamford!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heystamfordTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heystamfordFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/heystamfordThreads: https://www.threads.com/@heystamfordX: https://x.com/HeyStamford #### ⭐ Enjoying the podcast?Be sure to follow, rate, and review—it helps more people discover the show! 🎧 Watch & Listen Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. ###

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

7 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 14 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

15

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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