Northeast Delta Dental

Operation Santa Claus

Tom Raffio interviews Heather Wood of Operation Santa Claus and Ellen Raffio discussing Operation Santa Claus and an upcoming holiday vendor fair being held at Northeast Delta Dental to benefit OSC. The trio talk about the fair, including the drop-off details for gifts and the raffle incentive for donors. The event will take place on December 13th, with a chance to win tickets to a Celtics game for those who donate. This initiative encourages community participation and support for children in need.

JADA study on oral health care use

Tom Raffio and Dr. Jeff Walawender discuss a recent study in The Journal of the American Dental Association that assessed the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on oral health care. The discussion highlights the lingering anxiety many people feel about visiting the dentist post pandemic. Despite having insurance, only 60-80% of insured individuals actually visit the dentist. They emphasize the importance of comfort and communication in encouraging dental visits, and upcoming strategies to improve visit rates.

Manchester Community College

Tom Raffio and guest Paul Beaudin discuss the rich history of Manchester Community College as it approaches its 80th anniversary. Dr. Boden reflects on the college's  evolution since its founding in 1945. They cover the importance of community engagement and the college's ongoing commitment to serving diverse student populations, ensuring that it remains a vital educational resource in New England.

 

Crispin's House Coalition for Youth

Tom Raffio and guest Samantha Bailen discuss how Crispin's House is fostering community connections. From suicide prevention training to allyship workshops, they're creating a supportive environment for youth and families. 

Sunapee High School Girls Soccer with Coach Rob Grabill

Tom Raffio interviews Sunapee High School girls soccer coach Rob Grabill. The pair recap Sunapee's season, and the upcoming playoffs.

Concord Community Music School

Tom Raffio interviews Daniel Acsadi, executive director of the Concord Community Music School.

Foley Foundation

Tom Raffio speaks with Diane Foley, President & Founder of the Foley Foundation.

Oral Health Topics

Tom Raffio speaks with Dr. Jeff Walawender who recently joined Northeast Delta Dental as Vice President, Provider Network and Clinical Strategies.

New Hampshire Humanities

Tom Raffio speaks with Michael Haley Goldman, executive director of New Hampshire Humanities. 

OLLI at UNH with Tori Berube

Tom Raffio interviews Tori Berube, program manager of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UNH. Tori explains the mission of OLLI, which is to provide enrichment learning for older adults, typically those over age fifty. She highlights the robust nature of the program and its nationwide reach, with over 150,000 members across 124 institutes.