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

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(Dec 12, 2025) Peter Lourie was the first person to paddle the entire length of the Hudson River. 35 years later, he did it again.

(Dec 5, 2025) North Country writer Tim Brookes has a new book that explores what's happening to handwriting in an increasingly digital world.

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(Nov 27, 2025) Here's 53 minutes' worth of North Words for your post-Thanksgiving trip home. Listen closely, but pay attention to the road.

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(Nov 21, 2025) His recent book "The Nature of the Place" is an accidental memoir that chronicles changes in his life through decades of essay-writing on the natural world.

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Bill Welychka
Former VJ at Much Music and author of The Happy Has-Been
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Episode: How to stay curious with Much Music VJ Bill Welychka
Lulu Miller
Co-host of Radiolab and best-selling author.
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Episode: Radiolab's Lulu Miller is now a children's author
Mary Louise Kelly
Co-host of All Things Considered on NPR and author of "It Goes So Fast"
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Episode: Mary Louise Kelly's year of no do-overs
Michael Shofi
Musician and member of the band Drifter
Episode: You can hear stuff in the background of this new album. The band likes it that way.
Jake Slater
Musician and member of the band Drifter
Episode: You can hear stuff in the background of this new album. The band likes it that way.
Deanna Nelson
Co-proprietor of Zor Tapetry, a gourmet maple syrup producer
Zor Tapetry
Episode: A lot of surprising things go into the flavor of maple syrup
Paul Haldeman
Co-proprietor of Zor Tapetry
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Episode: A lot of surprising things go into the flavor of maple syrup
Aurora Pfaff
A flight enthusiast and author of Aviation in the Adirondacks
Episode: Aurora Pfaff is a real flight nerd
Jay Midaw
Film producer, director, and writer
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Episode: The kind of true story of Much Music VJ Bill Welychka

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Mitch Teich
Host of North Words, Mitch Teich engages with guests to explore cultural narratives and local history.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 12 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)

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    5
    Bit.ly Web Lover
    United States3 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 States10 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the breadth of topics and personal stories, although some feel segments between interviews can drag on and detract from the main content. They generally enjoy the engagement with local culture and the authenticity of guest experiences.

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100 years, 1 night in Kingston. Remembering a sleep-over with Jimmy Carter
Q: Why was it important to write this tribute to him?
Milnes wanted to present a light-hearted and accessible perspective on Carter's legacy, aimed at those who may not be interested in detailed political history, while highlighting his eclectic interests and achievements.
100 years, 1 night in Kingston. Remembering a sleep-over with Jimmy Carter
Q: How does a man from Kingston, Ontario, even one who has been a historian and speechwriter, get to know the 39th president of the United States?
Arthur Milnes shares that his journey with Jimmy Carter started from a young age, influenced by his parents' admiration for Carter, and developed into a personal relationship through various meetings over the years.
Skidmore's former President has tips on how to succeed in college
Q: What would be the right way for a parent to handle a situation where something seems to be going seriously wrong with their child?
Parents should trust their instincts, talk to the school at the appropriate level, and not come between their child and the professionals who can help them.
Skidmore's former President has tips on how to succeed in college
Q: How do you think about the impact or the influence you've had on students?
He explains that moving from being a faculty member to a president allowed him to impact a broader scope of students and educational experiences.
Skidmore's former President has tips on how to succeed in college
Q: What do you want young people to think about through the process of applying and choosing college?
Start asking questions about what they want to do with their life and creating a personal mission statement reflecting their values and goals.

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Exploring the rich cultural tapestry of the North Country, this podcast presents a diverse array of conversations that focus on local individuals and stories, spanning from athletes to artists. Each episode provides listeners with insights into personal journeys, creative processes, and the unique aspects of life in the region. Topics such as music, literature, local history, and community engagement are frequently traversed, making it a vibrant platform for storytelling and reflection on the Northern landscape and heritage.

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North Words launched 6 years ago and published 56 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Bill Welychka
2. Lulu Miller
3. Mary Louise Kelly
4. Michael Shofi
5. Jake Slater
6. Deanna Nelson
7. Paul Haldeman
8. Aurora Pfaff

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