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It's life in the North Country - everything from athletes, to artists, and great stories.

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(May 29, 2026) The Village Green concert series began with local performers only. Now, the series draws Grammy winning acts from all over the world.

(May 22, 2026) Zach Donohue says some of the creepy backroads of the North Country inspired his latest movie, directed by André Øvredal

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(May 15, 2026) A new book by a St. Lawrence University professor tells the story of the early days of environmental activism on the US-Canada border.

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(May 8, 2026) The longtime "Weekend Edition Saturday" host wrote a book that chronicles his life story through adopted pets, including a cat that escaped the British Embassy.

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Recent Guests

Zach Donohue
Writer of Passenger
From Ticonderoga; writer of the film Passenger
Episode: This Ticonderoga screenwriter's new horror movie "Passenger" is a rollercoaster ride
Neil Forkey
Professor of Canadian studies at St. Lawrence University; author
St. Lawrence University; author of Defending a Borderland
Episode: How the St. Lawrence Valley came together to defend the environment in the 1970s
Scott Simon
Host of Weekend Edition Saturday; NPR journalist and author
NPR
Episode: NPR's Scott Simon shows us the voice he uses for his French Poodle.
Mark Friden
Historian in Star Lake; former figure skater and rodeo competitor; ABC figure skating technical consultant
Star Lake, New York; ABC (historical)
Episode: Figure skating, bull riding, and the Olympics - all in a day's work for this guy from Star Lake
Father David Theroux
Vice president at St. Michael's College in Colchester, Vermont; Edmundite
Society of Saint Edmund / St. Michael's College
Episode: The Edmundites are coming to an end. But their legacy continues.
Raquel Acevedo Klein
Musician and visual artist, composer
Crane School of Music, SUNY Potsdam
Episode: You might have noticed this Crane School of Music grad singing backup for Florence and the Machine... That's not all she does.
Jerry Huntley
Founder of OurStoryBridge
OurStoryBridge
Episode: This project has collected stories from nearly half the residents of Keene
Paul Grandal
Journalist and historian; kickoff speaker for Teddy Roosevelt anniversary events
North Country Public Radio (NCPR)
Episode: Teddy Roosevelt was a troublemaker
Jenn Hildreth
Sportscaster, book author
Author of Tough as a Mother
Episode: ESPN's Jenn Hildreth on the athletes- and moms - who inspire her

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Mitch Teich
Host of North Words

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • Soma Mei-Shang Frazier

    Another compelling show. The book discussed sounds fascinating, and since I love road trip books I’ll be picking this book up soon.

    I absolutely love the hosts opening chitchat. It makes me chuckle every week.

    (PS – I listen while I’m working outside on a farm in southern Minnesota)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bit.ly Web Lover
    United States9 months ago
  • Could be better

    The actual interviews with the actual guests are decent. But they are always proceeded by 7 to 10 minutes of boring chitchat between two journalists that add nothing to the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    saabrian
    United Statesa year ago

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Listener chitchat between hosts adds warmth and humor.
Guest interviews are strong; lengthy host banter can feel slow for some.
Show pairs deep regional history with accessible storytelling.

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How the St. Lawrence Valley came together to defend the environment in the 1970s
Q: How did cross-border dynamics shape these campaigns?
Cross-border concerns about air and water quality, shared riverine resources, and joint energy infrastructure projects fueled coalitions that spanned communities on both sides of the border, reinforcing a regional identity grounded in environmental stewardship.
How the St. Lawrence Valley came together to defend the environment in the 1970s
Q: What foundational factors spurred environmental activism in the North Country during the 1960s and 1970s?
Activism grew from a combination of a deep sense of place, fear of industrial encroachment on rural livelihoods, and a broader shift in conservation thinking that emphasized environmental protection and community engagement over traditional resource use.
Figure skating, bull riding, and the Olympics - all in a day's work for this guy from Star Lake
Q: So where in all of this does rodeo come in?
After college, he got interested in rodeo while in California and sought out ways to ride and learn, eventually becoming a certified rodeo judge and traveling to many rodeos across the U.S. and Canada.
NPR's Scott Simon shows us the voice he uses for his French Poodle.
Q: Did you envision this as a memoir by animal?
No, that wasn't the plan; the publisher suggested the animal-centered framing as a vehicle to tell broader life stories and experiences.
The Edmundites are coming to an end. But their legacy continues.
Q: Why is the order moving toward completion, and what does that mean for St. Michael's College and their works?
Completion reflects long-term demographic trends and the practical need to ensure ongoing works continue beyond the order; institutions like St. Michael's College have been positioned to operate independently, with lay governance and ongoing mission.

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A thoughtful program focused on life in the North Country, blending arts, literature, history, and regional storytelling. Episodes frequently center on local culture, Adirondack history, theater design, and creative backstory, often featuring authors, journalists, educators, and artists who explore how place shapes narrative and memory. Noteworthy is the collaborative, multi-generational lens—guests range from set designers and filmmakers to regional historians—and a willingness to dip into both introspective memoir and deeply researched local history. Potential listeners who enjoy regional culture, storytelling craft, and arts-and-history crossovers will likely find this show engaging and richly textured.

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1. Zach Donohue
2. Neil Forkey
3. Scott Simon
4. Mark Friden
5. Father David Theroux
6. Raquel Acevedo Klein
7. Jerry Huntley
8. Paul Grandal

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