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

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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.

(May 1, 2026) Mark Fridén has a storied career that has taken him all over the US and abroad. Oh, and he also speaks Swahili.

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(Apr 24, 2026) The religious Society of St. Edmund is entering a stage of "completion." Fr. David Theroux talks about their social justice work, and why membership is closed.

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(Apr 17, 2026) Multi-instrumentalist Raquel Acevedo Klein's music is a hard one to pin down, blending blending classical, jazz, and three ethnic traditions.

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Recent Guests

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
Jen Denny
First-time novelist, author of Calculated Risk
High Peaks Publishing (publisher)
Episode: This new author drew on her experiences in the Adirondacks for the outdoor thriller, "Calculated Risk"
Chris Shaw
Author of The Manager, set in the Adirondacks
Author
Episode: The 1980 Winter Olympics loom large in this spy thriller set in Saranac Lake
Clark Dunham
Legendary stage and model railroad designer
Clark and Barbara Dunham Studio
Episode: North Words radio: February 2026
Pamela Ricker
Daughter of Clarke and Barbara Dunham, director and set designer
Episode: This Pottersville helped bring Broadway shows to life
Clarke Dunham
Legendary set designer with a long career in theater including Broadway
Episode: This Pottersville helped bring Broadway shows to life

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Mitch Teich
Host of North Words

Reviews

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 States8 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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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.
The Edmundites are coming to an end. But their legacy continues.
Q: Who was St. Edmund and what is the Edmundite order all about?
St. Edmund's order traces to France, with early roots as a missionary domestic order; their identity centers on re-evangelization, education, and service, eventually shaping communities in Vermont, the South, and beyond through schools, parishes, and social justice initiatives.
What do ESPN commentators and Adirondack writers have in common?
Q: How does the Adirondacks setting influence the work of the author and the character development?
The Adirondacks provide a backdrop of outdoor ethos and community that informs character decisions, career paths, and the sense of belonging or rootlessness the characters explore.
This new author drew on her experiences in the Adirondacks for the outdoor thriller, "Calculated Risk"
Q: How did you decide on Sam as the sole narrator?
Editor feedback suggested focusing the narrative through one perspective, leading Jen to switch from multiple narrators to Sam, which clarified the character arc and pacing.
This new author drew on her experiences in the Adirondacks for the outdoor thriller, "Calculated Risk"
Q: What sparked the idea for Calculated Risk and why set it in the Adirondacks?
Jen explains that living in the Adirondacks, working as a Summit Steward, and her environmental science background provided the authentic backdrop and themes of risk, choice, and self-discovery that shape Sam's journey.

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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. Father David Theroux
2. Raquel Acevedo Klein
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4. Paul Grandal
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6. Chris Shaw
7. Clark Dunham
8. Pamela Ricker

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