Welcome to Hometown Media Stories, a Hometown Media Podcast that highlights people, places and happenings in and around Southern New England. From True Crime to outstanding acts of bravery, Hometown Stories highlights the interesting facts that make not only local folks curious, but people world-wide.
Hometown Media Stories
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Welcome to Hometown Media Stories, a Hometown Media Podcast that highlights people, places and happenings in and around Southern New England. From True Crime to outstanding acts of bravery, Hometown Stories highlights the interesting facts that make not only local folks curious, but people world-wide.
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Recent Episodes
July 13, 2026
Episode 10: Sweet Judy Blue Eyes with Rob Hogan
<p>Easy 99.1's Rob Hogan interviews singer, song-writer, author and social activist Judy Collins. She's inspired audiences with her work and is on tour across New England this summer. In this interview, Rob asks Ms. Collins about her distinguished career and about whether or not this is in fact, a Farewell Tour. Judy Collins is performing Live July 15th & July 16th at the Melody Tent and Music Circus. For tickets, information and news about Judy Collins, visit her <a href="http://judycollins.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">web site.</a></p>
June 29, 2026
Episode 9: Distilling The Facts With John Sorgini of Chattermark Distillers
<p>This hometown story is about John Sorgini, a north shore native, Air Force retiree and distillery scientist. This week's interview is a deep dive into the world of Whiskey, Bourbon and Rye. What is a neutral grain? What makes a whiskey turn bourbon?</p><p>John shares his expertise and journey toward creating a grain to glass product. The Chattermark Distillery is located in Charlestown, the oldest neighborhood in Boston. After retiring from the military, John dreamed of creating something that could mark the moments in life that should be remembered.</p><p>Chattermark Distillery is open for tours of the distillery and also has a beautiful cocktail bar with a Speakeasy feel. Join us for a tasteful journey about the perfection of distilling with John Sorgini of <a href="https://www.chattermarkdistillers.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Chattermark Distillers</a>.</p>
June 1, 2026
Brenda McCarthy of The Arc of the South Shore
<p>This week's Hometown Media guest and feature on South of Boston is Brenda McCarthy, Chief Advancement Officer at the Arc of the South Shore. Brenda joins Rob Hogan in studio to discuss the 75 years of work and support provided to persons with disabilities, and their families, across the south shore. </p><p>Since 1951, The Arc of the South Shore has helped 100,000 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism, live their best lives and achieve high-quality outcomes.</p><p>Programs and services include:</p><ul><li><a href="https://arcsouthshore.org/what-we-do/adult-family-care.html">Adult Family Care</a></li><li><a href="https://arcsouthshore.org/what-we-do/autism-supports-department/">Autism Supports</a></li><li><a href="https://arcsouthshore.org/what-we-do/day-habilitation.html">Day Habilitation</a></li><li><a href="https://arcsouthshore.org/what-we-do/first-early-intervention/">First Early Intervention</a></li><li><a href="https://arcsouthshore.org/what-we-do/community-based-day-services.html">Community Based Day Services</a></li><li><a href="https://arcsouthshore.org/what-we-do/personal-care-services.html">Personal Care Management Services</a></li><li><a href="https://arcsouthshore.org/what-we-do/positive-behavior-supports.html">Positive Behavior Supports</a></li><li><a href="https://arcsouthshore.org/what-we-do/residential-supports.html">Residential Supports</a></li></ul><p>Their primary service area includes Braintree, Cohasset, Hingham, Hull, Milton, Norwell, Quincy, Randolph, Scituate, and Weymouth; however, they also have a presence throughout Greater Southeastern Massachusetts. </p><p></p>
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