Northeast Delta Dental: Recent Episodes
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Tom Raffio discusses the Northeast Delta Dental Foundation's oral health initiatives with Jennifer Beyer.
Tom Raffio, president and CEO of Northeast Delta Dental, engages with Michael Haley Goldman, executive director of New Hampshire Humanities, to discuss the vital role of humanities in the community.
Tom Raffio and Will Stewart (executive director, Leadership NH) discuss the Leadership NH program.
Tom Raffio interviews Julia Moore, the executive director of the Arthritis Foundation, who shares her personal connection to arthritis and highlights the impact of the condition on millions of adults and children. The upcoming Walk to Cure Arthritis on May 10 aims to build community and raise funds, with participants able to register as individuals or teams.
Tom Raffio speaks with Susan Combs, founder of the Pancakes for Roger initiative, which began from a personal request to support veterans by providing free legal services. Susan shares her experiences with Vets Helping Vets, emphasizing the importance of community support for veterans.
Tom Raffio interviews Reverend Rob Grabill, a seasoned coach and minister with over fifty years of experience in New Hampshire. Rob shares his transition to coaching girls' soccer at Sunapee High School and his commitment to fostering community engagement through the sport.
Tom Raffio interviews Diane Valladares, the director of recruitment for CASA of New Hampshire. The conversation highlights the organization's mission to empower citizens to advocate for children facing abuse. Established in 1989, CASA trains volunteers to provide crucial support in child welfare cases.
Tom Raffio interviews Taylor Fisher, the general manager of the New Hampshire Fisher Cats. They discuss preparations for opening day, returning popular events, numerous giveaways, and community initiatives, including a charity golf tournament.
Tom Raffio, the president and CEO and Ellen Raffio, wellness coordinator, Northeast Delta Dental discuss various races, including the Capital Area Race Series and the Celebrate Tom Walton 5K, which features a scenic route and a new 10K this year. The races not only promote fitness but also serve as fundraising events.
Tom Raffio, President & CEO of Northeast Delta Dental interviews Taylor Fisher, General Manager of the New Hampshire Fisher Cats.
In this episode of Northeast Delta Dental Radio, host Tom Raffio discusses the growing interest in trades education with guests Amanda Grappone Osmer and Roland Martin. They emphasize the need for skilled trades and the importance of supporting students in pursuing these careers, especially as parents often prioritize college over trades
Tom Raffio interviews Tori Berube, Program Manager, OLLI, Osher Life Long Learning Institute at UNH.
Tom Raffio interviews Arlene Magoon from Souhegan Valley CERT on the importance of community engagement in disaster preparedness and the success of the teen CERT program in fostering youth involvement.
Tom Raffio and Robert Tourigny, executive director, NeighborWorks Southern NH, delve into the escalating housing crisis in New Hampshire.
Tom’s guest on Northeast Delta Dental Radio this week is Susan L. Combs, CEO, Combs & Company, PPACA, ChHC, REBC. She is also the founder of the nonprofit initiative, Pancakes for Roger. Inspired by Susan's father's last request for pancakes, the initiative benefits the veteran community. Additionally, Susan discusses her book, Pancakes for Roger which offers life lessons and mentorship, while emphasizing the importance of connecting veterans with necessary resources.
Tom Raffio, president and CEO of Northeast Delta Dental and Carly Bascom, New England Healing Sports Association (NESA), a nonprofit organization dedicated to adaptive sports and recreation, discuss the importance of outdoor access for everyone.
Tom Raffio, President & CEO of Northeast Delta Dental, and Ty Gagne, CEO of Primex, discuss the growing cybersecurity risks faced by local governments.
In this episode of Northeast Delta Dental Radio, Tom Raffio introduces Dr. Mitch Couret, a long-time advocate for dental health, who discusses the challenges veterans face in accessing dental care. Dr. Couret highlights the high denial rates of dental services at the VA and the establishment of the New Hampshire Veterans Care Dental Program to assist those in need.
Tom’s guest on Northeast Delta Dental Radio is Terry Robinson, Marketing Specialist, Black Heritage Trail New Hampshire. Terry shares his journey from Washington to New Hampshire and his role in promoting black historical preservation. Tom and Terry discuss the transition to virtual and hybrid events during the pandemic, which have broadened access to the community. The Black Heritage Trail aims to educate the public about African American history in New Hampshire, emphasizing the importance of transparency and community support. The episode highlights upcoming events and the significance of preserving history through innovative methods like augmented reality.
Tom’s guests on Northeast Delta Dental Radio Tara Mahoney, LPC, LCMHC Founder & CEO of the Equine Immersion Project, LLC and Staff Sergeant, US Army Ret. Equine and Peer Support Specialist discussing the Equine Immersion Project.
Tom Raffio and Cindy Berlack, chairperson & cofounder of BRASS Avalanche discuss the importance of avalanche safety education and the need for increased awareness and funding for avalanche safety initiatives. They emphasize the human factor in avalanche incidents, advocate for more visible signs and communication about avalanche danger at ski resorts, and encourage donations and support for BRASS Avalanche. The discussion concludes with recommendations for skiers to avoid potential avalanche disasters and the goal to reduce avalanche deaths.
Tom Raffio, president and CEO of Northeast Delta Dental, discusses the importance of education, entrepreneurship, and wellness with Dr. Max Latona from the Center for Ethics and Society at Saint Anselm College.
Tom Raffio, president and CEO of Northeast Delta Dental, discusses the New Hampshire Food Bank with Eileen Liponis, executive director. The organization aims to end hunger in the state, distributing over sixteen million pounds of food last year.
Tom Raffio, president and CEO of Northeast Delta Dental, interviews Marianne Jones, CEO of the Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire, on Northeast Delta Dental Radio. The organization's mission is to improve animal welfare and support pet owners. The Animal Rescue League collaborates with other shelters, relies on fundraising events for financial support, and emphasizes the emotional challenges of working in the animal welfare industry. They encourage donations, event sponsorship, and business partnerships to sustain their operations.
Tom Raffio, president and CEO of Northeast Delta Dental and host of Northeast Delta Dental Radio, discusses Equine Immersion Project with founder Tara Mahoney and retired staff sergeant Justin Grant. The project uses horses for mental health counseling, focusing on veterans and aiming to raise awareness about veteran suicides. Equine Immersion Foundation, a tax-deductible organization, encourages donations and emphasizes the importance of community in the healing process for veterans.
Tom Raffio, president & CEO of Northeast Delta Dental interviews Anna Brown, Executive Director of Citizens Count, who shares her passion for New Hampshire and the organization's mission to make citizen engagement easier by providing unbiased information about issues and candidates.
Tom Raffio, president and CEO of Northeast Delta Dental and Tori Berube, program manager, OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute) discuss the benefits of lifelong learning for older adults, focusing on the social, cognitive, and health benefits of lifelong learning, as well as the impact on longevity. They also highlight the upcoming fall term for OLLI, offering about 170 courses statewide.
Tom Raffio, president and CEO of Northeast Delta Dental discusses the upcoming Halias Safety Symposium with Paul Dean and John Stevens, co-chairs of the Halias Safety Symposium, and Major Russ Conte, New Hampshire state police health and wellness coordinator. The symposium, in its ninth year, focuses on mental health awareness for first responders, clinicians, and educators.
Tom Raffio discusses the affordable housing crisis in New Hampshire on Northeast Delta Dental Radio with Robert Tourigny, executive director of NeighborWorks Southern New Hampshire. The discussion highlights the organization's efforts in providing affordable housing and assisting first-time homebuyers.
Tom Raffio, president &CEO of Northeast Delta Dental, discusses the achievements of the Manchester School District with Dr. Jennifer Gillis, the district's superintendent.
Tom Raffio, president and CEO of Northeast Delta Dental and Dr. Richard Niederman discuss the importance of oral health, education, and general wellness and the state-based program CariedAway.
Tom Raffio, president & CEO of Northeast Delta Dental, discusses the upcoming Lions Cup soccer games with Reverend Rob Grable, head coach at Hanover High School.
Tom Raffio, president & CEO of Northeast Delta Dental, interviews Claire Gruenfelder, director of human resources at New England College. Claire shares her journey of becoming a US citizen, discussing her career, immigration, and the process of applying for citizenship
Tom Raffio, president & CEO of Northeast Delta Dental, speaks with Michael Neis, General Manager of the New Hampshire Fisher Cats. The pair discuss Northeast Delta Dental's partnership with the New Hampshire Fisher Cats and their focus on promoting oral health and community engagement.
Tom Raffio, president and CEO of Northeast Delta Dental, hosts Northeast Delta Dental Radio and introduces Stacy Kramer, CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of New Hampshire and Vermont. Stacy discusses her career path, the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters, and how people can get involved.
Tom Raffio interviews Jonathan Routhier, COO at the Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester, The discussion focuses on mental health awareness and the importance of mental health as well as the workforce shortage, the game-changing role of telehealth, and the transition to a fully open access model for outpatient care. The new model aims to greatly improve access and reduce long wait times, crucial for individuals seeking help.
Tom Raffio, President & CEO of Northeast Delta Dental interviews Cheryll Andrews, executive director of Dismas Home of New Hampshire, and former chief justice John Broderick, who raise awareness about mental health and substance misuse. They discuss the stigma surrounding mental health, efforts to engage the younger population in discussions about mental health, and the evolution of attitudes towards health.
Tom Raffio interviews Michael Reed, president of Stebbins Commercial Properties. The discussion covers Michael Reed's transition from nonprofit social work to becoming the president of Stebbins Commercial Properties, his involvement in volunteering, and leadership role at Easterseals. Michael Reed also shares insights on mentorship, corporate social responsibility, and the challenges and rewards of fulfilling responsibilities.
Tom Raffio, President & CEO of Northeast Delta Dental, discusses the challenges in providing dental care to veterans with Dr. Christina Schiltz. The conversation highlights the shortage of dentists and hygienists in the dental community, as well as the impact of the hygienist shortage on dental practices.
Tom Raffio hosts Northeast Delta Dental Radio with guest Joe Kasper, discussing running and the Capital Area Race Series. The race series encourages family participation and supports area charities.
Tom Raffio sits down for a conversation with Borja Alvarez de Toledo, President/CEO of Waypoint NH. The pair discuss Waypoint's mission of providing comprehensive prenatal, child development, mental health counseling, and advocacy support services to individuals of all ages and family needs.
Tom Raffio interviews Deb McLoud, Executive Director of Breakthrough Manchester at The Derryfield School. The pair discuss the history and impact of Breakthrough Manchester, whose dual mission is to provide academic programming to middle school students from underserved communities in Manchester on their path to college, while inspiring high school and college students to pursue a career in education.
Tom hosts Patricia Carty of The Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester to discuss challenges in the mental health system, telehealth, alternative treatments, and supporting children, teens and adults living with mental health challenges.
Sharron McCarthy, Chief Executive Officer at Girls Inc. of New Hampshire, joins host Tom Raffio to discuss the Girls Inc. program and how it empowers and supports girls ages five-18 in New Hampshire and beyond.
Tom Raffio interviews Krissy Fraser, Executive Director of Kismet Rock Foundation on the programs impact on New Hampshire and Maine youth.
Tom Raffio interviews Peter Ramsey, CEO of the Palace Theater Trust on the history of The Palace Theater in Manchester, New Hampshire.
Tom Raffio interviews Jason Bonilla, the program director at Equity Leaders Fellowship (ELF). The pair discuss how ELF is supporting the BIPOC community in New Hampshire in taking on various leadership positions on community committees, boards of directors, and other state & local civic engagement opportunities.
Tom Raffio sits down for a discussion with Cindy Stewart, Interim Development Director of Waypoint New Hampshire.
Tom Raffio discusses lifelong learning with Tori Berube of Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of New Hampshire (OLLI at UNH). OLLI is a member-driven, volunteer-based membership organization that offers non-credit courses, social events, and opportunities for involvement to retired and semi-retired adults who enjoy lifelong learning in accessible and safe locations.
Tom Raffio interviews Laurie Bienefeld (Treasurer) and Claire Gruenfelder (Board Chair) of Crisis Center of Central New Hampshire. The trio discuss the important topic of advocacy for survivors of domestic abuse and sexual violence.
Tom speaks with Christa Keddie, Oral Health & Wellness Solutions Specialist at Northeast Delta Dental on the benefits of performing risk assessments on patients, and how higher-risk patients are eligible for more preventive care through the Health through Oral Wellness program at Northeast Delta Dental.
Tom sits down with Cindy Berlack of BRASS Avalanche to discuss snow safety and avalanche education.
Tom Raffio sits down with Terry Robinson for a discussion on Black Heritage Trail New Hampshire, which raises awareness for New Hampshire’s Black history by fostering dialogues about race, diversity, and inclusion.
Tom Raffio sits down with Tom "Hoop" Hooper CEO and cofounder of SIX03 Endurance to discuss mountain running.
Tom Raffio sits down with Dr. Mitch Couret to discuss the New Hampshire Veterans' oral health program.
Tom Raffio interviews Kathleen D. Reardon, CEO, NH Center for Nonprofits. Tom and Kathleen highlight the Center and the resources available to nonprofits in the state.
Tom Raffio, President & CEO of Northeast Delta Dental interviews Concord Historian Paul Brogan.
Tom Raffio, President & CEO of Northeast Delta Dental sits down for an important conversation with Tara Levine, Director of Development, Events and Marketing at Bridges: Domestic & Sexual Violence Support on the services they offer.
Tom Raffio sits down with Brian Hettrick, Secretary and Board Member of ExcellenceNorth Alliance, Chief Navigation Guide of the Genesis Think Tank, Executive Director of the Sunshine Initiative, and Chief Murmuration Officer of Sustainably Thrive for an in-depth discussion on mental health.
Tom Raffio interviews Jennifer McGrath, Senior Manager, Corporate Giving at Northeast Delta Dental to discuss the Foundation and corporate giving.
President & CEO Tom Raffio speaks with Paula Smith, Director, Southern NH Area Health Education Center and Lynn Carpenter, Program Director at NH Needs Caregivers about New Hampshire Healthcare Heroes, an organization that recognizes health care workers that go above and beyond in their roles in the industry.
Tom sits down with Michael Neis, General Manager of the New Hampshire Fisher Cats to discuss sports, minor league baseball and the honor of Delta Dental stadium being named “Best Double-A Ballpark” in America by fans.
Tom Raffio is joined by Tori Berube, Program Manager, OLLI at UNH to discuss enrichment learning for adults.
Tom interviews Paul Dean, John T. Stevens and Russ Conte for an overview of the Halias Safety Symposium, and mental health treatment training for first responders.
Tom Raffio has an engaging conversation with Max Latona, Ph.D. & ED, Center for Ethics in Society, Saint Anselm College on ethics and community issues in New Hampshire.
Tom Raffio and Rob Grabill, head coach of Hanover High School boys soccer discuss the Lions Cup soccer competition between New Hampshire and Vermont.
Tom Raffio speaks with NeighborWorks® Southern New Hampshire executive director Robert Tourigny on the current housing crisis in New Hampshire, the need for more housing choices across the state, and what businesses, local officials and individuals can do to help .
Tom's guest this week is Bill Dunlap, president of the New Hampshire Historical Society. The pair discuss the 200th anniversary of the NHHS.
Tom Raffio interviews Thomas Ware, program coordinator of All Youth Count at Easterseals, New Hampshire about that program and how it serves foster care youth and young people recently exited from foster care in our community.
Tom Raffio and Cindy Berlack, chairperson & co-founder of BRASS Avalanche, discuss BRASS Avalanche and what the organization is doing to educate downhill skiers and mountain enthusiasts on the dangers of avalanche.
Tom Raffio speaks with Kristina Folcik, owner of White Mountain Endurance on mountain trail running, mountain safety and Race the Cog!
Tom Raffio, President & CEO of Northeast Delta Dental talks to guests Sal Prizio and Katie Collins of Capital Center for the Arts on what it is like running a not-for-profit performing arts center.
Tom Raffio and Jackie Cowell have an in-depth conversation about the state of child care in New Hampshire, Senate Bill 237, and the impact it has on the workforce.
Tom Raffio speaks with Diane Foley, President and Founder of the James W. Foley Legacy Foundation, on the organization's work protecting and helping journalists and other US citizens wrongfully detained abroad.
Tom Raffio, President & CEO and Michael Haley Goldman, Executive Director of New Hampshire Humanities discuss NHH's mission to enrich the lives of New Hampshire residents through its programs.
Tom Raffio sits down with Joe Kasper, Director of Corporate Services at Northeast Delta Dental and chair of Capital Area Race Series for a discussion about the eight races that compose CARS from April 1 through August 19.
Tom Raffio sits down for a conversation with Jeremy Woodward of Live Life to the Fittest®️ to discuss his inspirational journey from multiple open heart surgeries to building his fitness brand.
Tom Raffio, President & CEO of Northeast Delta Dental sits with Rev. Rob Grabill, Head Coach of Hanover High School Boys Soccer to discuss soccer in NH and across the globe.
Tom Raffio speaks with James Peterson, Sales and Sponsorship Director of Seacoast United on soccer at the high school level and beyond.
Tom Raffio interviews Will Stewart, Executive Director of Stay Work Play. The two discuss how Stay Work Play works to attract and retain more young people to work in the state of New Hampshire, and what a younger workforce means to NH economically.
Tom Raffio discusses structured settlements and the current economic environment with Peter Jachym, President and CEO of Ringler Associates.
Dr. David Staples joins Tom Raffio to discuss the New Hampshire adult dental benefit under Medicaid that will be available to beneficiaries beginning on April 1, 2023, and the continuing work to support this new benefit for the approximately 88,000 adults that will be eligible under Medicaid.
Host Tom Raffio sits down with legendary coach George Pinkham to discuss coaching girls and boys soccer in New Hampshire and the state of US professional soccer.
Tom Raffio sits down for a discussion with David L. Grosso, retired U.S. Army Colonel about the U.S. Special Forces and Army Rangers, the U.S. Military, and veterans issues.
Tom Raffio interviews Peter Coppola, Dual-Certified Hypnotist from A New You Center for Hypnosis. The pair discuss the benefits of therapeutic hypnosis.
Tom Raffio sits down for an informative discussion on aging and caregiving for the aged with Jennifer Rabalais, Co-Director for the Center on Aging and Community Living and Project Director for the Institute on Disability, (UNH) and Dick Chevrefils, Retired State Director of AARP Pennsylvania and prior to that State Director of AARP New Hampshire.
Tom Raffio speaks with Tricia Mellor, CEO of the Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains and Nikhitha Arumagam, recent Gold Award Girl Scout recipient. The trio discuss the Girl Scout organization as the largest girl-led leadership organization in the world, and it's mission and purpose.
Tom Raffio, President & CEO of Northeast Delta Dental interviews Angie Lane, Executive Director of Red River Theatres in Concord NH about her role as a community leader, role model and activist and her experiences running RRT.
Tom Raffio speaks with Carol Cray, Vice President of Development at Special Olympics New Hampshire about the upcoming Penguin Plunge and other fundraising efforts at SONH that support sports training for children and adults with intellectual disabilities
Tom Raffio sits down with Julie Alig, Ph.D., founder and CEO of JLA Analytics, LLC to discuss using data and analytics as a means to improve profitability and productivity in a data driven organization.
Tom Raffio, President & CEO of Northeast Delta Dental interviews Jim Schachter, President & CEO of New Hampshire Public Radio on relocating to NH, how the pandemic has impacted NHPR, and NHPR's award winning podcasts.