World War II Spam Stories

Episodes

Nov. 22, 2024

The Death of Local Media

Edie Horner discusses the challenges faced by local news outlets and highlights the efforts of the Bridgton Beacon, a nonprofit media platform aimed at revitalizing local journalism.

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Oct. 25, 2024

Farmers Against Hunger with Newell Thompson

The Bridgeton Beacon welcomes Newell Thompson for a conversation that explores the New Jersey #Agricultural Society and its initiatives, particularly the Farmers Against Hunger program.

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Oct. 24, 2024

Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts with Diane Rogers

Meg is joined by the Beacon's favorite intern/student producer, Ra'Shaun Chandler. He and Meg visit the Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts, in Millville, for a tour and conversation with Diane Rogers, the Executive Director. The RRCA is a beacon …

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Oct. 21, 2024

7 Oaks Club and Quilting with Harriett Weber

In this engaging conversation, Harriett Weber shares her experiences at the West Cumberland Senior Center, highlighting the history and activities of the Seven Oaks Club, her passion for quilting, and her community involvement.

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Sept. 26, 2024

Bulldogs and Beacons Phase 2 Ra'shaun

In this segment, Tom Ritter discusses the planning and research process for a media project centered around the RRCA. This is the second phase in a project with a local student named Ra'shaun.

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Sept. 17, 2024

Love Where You Live Grant Process

'Love Where You Live' program in Bridgeton, a matching grant initiative aimed at beautifying the community through collaborative projects.

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Sept. 13, 2024

Bulldogs and Beacons Phase 1 Ra'shaun

The Bridgeton Beacon, with partial funding from the Cumberland County Cultural and Heritage Commission is teaching media production to local youth.

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Sept. 8, 2024

Inka Chicken in Bridgeton

Hector Bonilla, owner of Inka Chicken, discusses the menu and inspiration behind his restaurant.

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Sept. 3, 2024

Spam at the Battle of Eniwetok

This episode is about the experiences of the Robert Patrick McCormick, who served as a Tank Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps during World War II.

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Aug. 29, 2024

South Jersey Beer Scene

Tom Renzulli and Vic Sbailo, hosts of the South Jersey Beer Scene podcast, discuss the founding of their website and podcast, as well as the growth of the South Jersey beer industry.

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Aug. 26, 2024

Business and Community Hero Awards

The Bridgton Area Chamber of Commerce will present Business and Community Hero Awards on October 30th, 2024. The awards recognize business and community leaders who have demonstrated leadership, entrepreneurial spirit, and concern for others.

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Aug. 20, 2024

Britt Ingersoll - Cumberland County Historical Society

Brittney Ingersoll, curator at the Cumberland County Historical Society, joins the Bridgeton Beacon to discuss the importance of history and the rich history of the Bridgeton area. They talk about the role of history in understanding the present and the …

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Aug. 12, 2024

Aug 9th 1924 - Old News

The Bridgeton Evening News dated Aug 9th, 1924

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Aug. 7, 2024

Things 2 Do! - Wizard of Oz at The Levoy Theater

Aug 9 - 18th, 2024 Historic Levoy Theater - visit : Levoy.net Rehearsal footage courtesy of Reese Mulford

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July 13, 2024

On the Mic with Scott Friedman

Scott Friedman, a stand-up comedian, shares his experiences and upcoming shows in this conversation with Meg.

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July 5, 2024

LaLa Beading Creations

La La Beading Creations is a small business that specializes in handmade jewelry. The owners, Sandy Asselta and Laurie LaTorre, started making jewelry as a hobby and eventually turned it into a small business. They create bra...

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July 3, 2024

Things to Do July and August

Sun, wine, and community. Here are a few options for local activities in the coming weeks.

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July 3, 2024

Taking Pride in Our Community

The Love Where You Live Committee of the Bridgeton Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation has announced a new matching grant program for community beautification and improvement projects.

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June 23, 2024

Smith and Jackson Military Antiques

Smith & Jackson Military Antiques and Firearms is a shop located at the Millville Executive Airport in Millville, New Jersey.

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June 20, 2024

Summer In Ocean City NJ

Welcome to our OCNJ Summer 2024 chat with Gretchen from BeachBucketLunch.com

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May 8, 2024

Spring 2024 Must-Have Gardening Supplies

Chirp! It's springtime and once again Mark from Chance's General Store in Newport is here with a sample of the garden supply inventory for 2024!

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April 29, 2024

Colonel Stephen Patrick

Meg McCormick Hoerner welcomes South Jersey attorney, Colonel Stephen Patrick.

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April 16, 2024

Red Oak Hospice with Tara Pietrowitz

The conversation with Thomas Ritter and Tara Petrowicz of Red Oak Hospice covers misconceptions and benefits of hospice care.

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April 2, 2024

Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center 2024

In this conversation, Taral Thompson, Marketing Manager for Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center, discusses the history, offerings, and upcoming events at WheatonArts.

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