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The All About Quincy Podcast showcases the wide Variety of Businesses, Restaurants, Events, Culture and amazing History of "The City of Presidents" Quincy, Massachusetts.
If you have the midnight munchies, work the 3rd shift or simply need a good meal after a long day and don't know where to go, then you want to listen to this episode! John Interviews Mama Bear - Owner of Mama Bear's Kitchen & Pizza in Quincy with hours that are sure to fit your crazy schedule!
Do you have damaged photographs you'd love to bring back to life? Listen to this episode where John speaks with Alexa Cushing, co-owner of Panopticon Imaging to learn about how they restore and preserve your cherished memories!
John has a BIG Announcement about the Podcast's Future and he speaks with Ann Danby about the Quincy 400 Festival produced by the Thalia Theatre Group at the Ruth Gordon Amphitheatre on Saturday September 13th!
A Fashion Show at Quincy's Marina Bay with a meal, music, wine and dessert... all while supporting a great organization? Yes please! Tell us more! Listen to this episode for all the details!
The Quincy Fire Department does a whole lot more than put out fires. From water rescues, hazardous material spills, collapsed buildings, public safety threats, medical emergencies and more the Quincy Fire Department is called upon for many things. John Melley speaks with Lt. Christopher Barry of the Quincy Fire Department to discuss all the ways the QFD prepares to serve the citizens of Quincy and the surrounding area.
Ever wonder if your home might have a mold issue, a lead paint problem... even asbestos? Even newly built homes and condos can have environmental hazards. John sits down with Alpha Environmental Inspections owner Olivia Palazzi to discuss ways of determining if your home is making you sick and making a plan to solve the issue.
When COVID forced Susan Maysmith to close her yoga studio she had to pivot. Her belief that What you put ON your body is as important as what you put IN your body is what propelled her to formulate and sell her all-natural skin, hair, home, and self-care goods. John sits down with Susan to discuss her journey and her newest product - Unbelievably delicious Hola Granola!
John Melley has an unexpected guest arrive at the All About Quincy Podcast Studio. Earl Futzenheimer stops in to share "Earl's Pearls of Wisdom" about Quincy Clutter....
From Summer jobs, hard work, learning to smoke cigarettes and lessons from our dads, John Melley and Patrick Grimes cover it all and more in this episode where Patrick performs a reading of his story "The Yard" from his book Growing up QuinZEE! These 2 guys solve all the world's problems in this episode. ;-D
John chats with Helena and Kayla Skinner of Next Chapter Books and More and how the shop is a dream come true for them. John also shares technology mishaps and the challenges of the flu to someone who uses their voice for a living.
John sits down with Caryn Smith, founder of contemporary clothing and accessories shop, Caryn's Corner.
John sits down with Lorenzo Bennett, owner of Black's Creek Barbecue to discuss all things BBQ and starting a business from Scratch!
We took our microphones to Mount Wollaston Cemetery to capture the sounds of Wreaths Across America
John takes his microphone out to all the Quincy Tree lighting ceremonies and parades and captures the joy from kids seeing Santa Arrive by Helicopter at Pageant Field in Quincy, Massachusetts!
John's Dog TRUDY makes a Guest Appearance. Then John and Growing Up QuinZEE Author Patrick Grimes discuss his book and Patrick reads his short Story “Hangin”
In this episode of the All About Quincy Podcast John Melley sits down with Patrick Grimes for his reading of the short story "Wing Man" from Patrick's book Growing Up QuinZEE.
John Melley sits down with Sara Trainor Callard from the Friends of Ruth Gordon Amphitheatre about the concert by Quincy musician Jesse Ahearn at the Amphitheatre on 8/23/2024
John Melley and Growing Up QuinZEE Author Patrick Grimes discuss his book and Patrick reads his short Story "The Jar on the Bar"
Sapori Cucina & Bar in Quincy had to reinvent itself due to changes in the market caused by COVID. John from the All About Quincy Podcast sits down with Co-Owner Denise Santini to talk about their new restaurant in Quincy Center
John Melley sits down with Patrick Grimes Author of the Book Growing Up "Quinzee". Patricj shares tales from his boyhood that shaped the man he is today. His stories evoke memories of our own stories from our childhood. This one is a gem. Enjoy!
Saturdays In The Park may be the name of a Chicago tune, but they're "What's Happening" this September in Safford Park in Wollaston. John Interviews Walter & Kathryn Hubley about the Wollaston Hill Neighborhood Association and their upcoming schedule of events this September!
If you love Outdoor Music Festivals then you don't want to miss the amazing lineup at the In Between Days Music Festival in Quincy this August 19th & 20th at Veteran's Memorial Stadium in Quincy!
The Ruth Gordon Amphitheater was almost lost, but a group of Quincy residents got together to save it and put together a summer's worth of free events and entertainment. This is their story.
The All About Quincy Podcast is All About showcasing the small businesses here in Quincy. In this episode John chats with Quincy Native, Wendy Adams and her journey to become a Professional Photographer and her photography business.
Quincy has a number of events lined up for the spring of 2023. We interviewed Quincy's Event Planner John McDonald, Jr. about all the activities planned for this year's Springfest
Rugby is the Main Event, but there's something for everyone at a New England Free Jacks Match. From music, theme parties food and tastings... and of course Rugby! John Melley interviews Alex Magelby, Co-Founder and CEO of the New England Free Jacks.
The All About Quincy Podcast interviews Jay Southwood of Break Rock Brewing shares his story of determination and drive to make his dream of owning a brewery a reality during the start of the Covid 19 Pandemic. His efforts have been rewarded by the great residents of Quincy. Join John for this inspiring conversation on the power of having a vision and the drive to make it a reality!
What Do Gift Baskets, Gluten Free, Local and women owned businesses have in common? They all come together at William James Gifts. Join John for a conversation with Owner and Founder of William James Gifts's Calli McPherson and learn what drives her to deliver the best gifts to her clients.
John Interviews Julianna and Tyler Oates of OatesHomeCo about their local non-toxic Candle business right here in Quincy Massachusetts!
October is National Pizza Month. Quincy LOVES Pizza, so what would be better than getting to know our local Pizza Purveyors?!
The Coyotes we see around Quincy, Massachusetts and New England in general are actually a mix of western coyote and wolf! Dr. Jon Way and John Melley discuss All About CoyWolves in this Episode of the All About Quincy Podcast.
This episode is dedicated to first responders and the Memory of Edward R. "Ted" Hennessy, Jr.
From the city of presidents, it's the all about Quincy podcast. This is your host, John Melley. Join me as we explore the history, hidden gems and highlight the businesses with great stories that I'll tell the tale why Quincy, Massachusetts is a great place to live.
It's Pollinator Week! This Episode of the All About Quincy Podcast explores the Honey Bee and their expanding role in the City of Quincy and what we can do to protect them!
In this episode of the All About Quincy Podcast John Melley interviews Tim Cahill. They discuss Quincy's amazing history and its promising future!
From the city of presidents, it's the All About Quincy Podcast. Join your host, John Melley as we explore the history, hidden gems and highlight the businesses with great stories that all tell the tale why Quincy, Massachusetts is a great place to live.
Annie Dow, a proud Quincy native is a member of the Karson & Kennedy Show on Mix 104.1. She spends her mornings giving the people of Boston the traffic reports, sharing stories about her life, and talking about the latest celeb gossip. She started her radio journey down in St. Augustine, Florida at Flagler College, and has been in love with radio ever since. Annie is a born and bred Quincy girl. You can find her at the local Quincy dive bars, or running Wolly Beach.