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A podcast about the people, places, and things that make New England so noteworthy. Available wherever you listen to podcasts or https://notablene.podbean.com/

Can you build a successful business without compromising your values? My guest on Notable New England, Larry O'Toole, is proof you can. Larry is the founder of Gentle Giant Moving Company which has transformed the moving industry with HEART. The company started right in Boston, MA, and has expanded to other areas of the country. Learn about how Gentle Giant came to be, Larry's business philosophies, and learn a few tips if you will be moving soon. Available wherever you listen to podcasts or: https://notablene.podbean.com/e/episode-44-building-a-business-with-heart-the-story-behind-gentle-giant-moving-company/

I speak with Larry O’Toole, founder of Gentle Giant Moving Company which was started in Boston and has expanded to other regions outside of New England. This episode is now out early and ad-free for my Patreon subscribers! My Patreon plans start at $2/month. >> www.patreon.com/notablenewengland

My lovely Patreon subscribers get early, ad-free access to Notable New England episodes. I just dropped the latest episode on Patreon exclusively for them. Episode 43 is about The 1911 Heat Wave That Devastated New England. It will not be releasing to the public until Sunday, July 5th. Want to learn how you can get access now for just $2/month? Visit: https://www.patreon.com/notablenewengland

Walden for Hire cover.

If you haven't done so already, take a listen to my conversation with author @juliegerstenblatt about her new book "The Stargazer of Nantucket" on Notable New England. Wherever you listen to podcasts or: notablene.podbean.com

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I had the pleasure of interviewing author @juliegerstenblatt about her new book which releases TODAY (JUNE 9). The Stargazer of Nantucket is a must-read this summer! Her book is available at bookstores everywhere. Support your indie booksellers! Listen to the interview on your favorite podcast app or at notablene.podbean.com Notable New England is a podcast about the people, places, and things that make New England so noteworthy!

Have you listened to episode 40 yet? Need some fun ideas for summer activities in New England? This episode is for you! Wherever you listen to podcasts or: https://notablene.podbean.com/e/episode-40-summer-2026-in-new-england-events-festivals-america-250-picks/

It's WICKED EASY to become a Patreon supporter of Notable New England. Plans start at just $2/month and you get EARLY, AD-FREE ACCESS TO EPISODES, like this one which doesn't come out to the public until Sunday, May 24th. Get a jump start on planning a fun-filled summer and learn about some great events and happenings going on in the area. Visit: patreon.com/notablenewengland for more info and to listen to the episode before anyone else!

Kermit the Frog in a tree w/ pink flowers

boston skyline and view of Charles River w/ sailboats in it.

If you are one of my lovely Patreon supporters, you have access to my latest episode now which will not be released to the public until Sunday, April 26th—plus it's ad-free! Want to get access for just $2 a month? Learn how here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/early-ad-free-38-156394935

Spring in New England is here 🌸

Enter the Notable New England Spring Photo Contest for a chance to win a prize pack of local goodies.

Right now there are 0 entries… so your chances are pretty great 👀

Submit by April 30: https://bit.ly/springphotonn
(Photo by Pragyan Goswami, Unsplash)
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Get early, ad-free access to Notable New England for just $2/month by joining our Patreon community. You’ll hear new episodes before they’re released—like this one, available now ahead of its March 29 public debut. Your support helps cover the real costs of producing this one-person podcast and keeps the stories coming.

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White flowers

First daffodil sighting of the season! Want to know where in New England you can see some of the most beautiful spring blooms? Tune in to the current episode of Notable New England to find out! On your favorite podcast app or notablene.podbean.com

Discover the most beautiful places to see spring flowers in New England—from historic gardens and botanical parks to hidden gems across the region. Listen to episode 35 of Notable New England on your favorite podcast app or notablene.podbean.com #newengland #podasts #spring #flowers

The early, ad-free version of episode 35 is out for my Patreon subscribers! For just $2/month, you too can get access to early, ad-free episodes of the podcast. Find out more at: patreon.com/notablenewengland

It looks like we're supposed to get into the 60s next week! If it's got you thinking of spring, take a listen to my latest episode of Notable New England for some great events across New England this spring you can look forward to. Wherever you listen or: https://notablene.podbean.com/e/episode-34-step-into-spring-2026%e2%80%94spring-events-across-new-england/

Attention all Notable New England Patreon subscribers! Your early, ad-free episode 34 is out. If you don't want to wait for the episode to release on Sunday, March 1, and you want ad-free listening, visit: patreon.com/notablenewengland and sign up. Memberships start as low as $2/month. #podcast

It was a pleasure to speak with author Ken Lizotte on the current episode of Notable New England about his new book "Walden For Hire: Business Lessons From Henry David Thoreau". His book is available on Amazon and you can get a copy at The Shop at Walden Pond. Make a day trip to Concord, grab the book, and spend some time around Henry's old digs. Take a listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast app or: https://notablene.podbean.com/e/episode-33/

My Patreon supporters get to listen to this episode before the public and with no ads. Want to join my Patreon community for just $2 to get early, ad-free listening too? Visit: patreon.com/notablenewengland today! Depending on the tier of giving you commit to, you get even more cool stuff like Notable New England merch and more!

My early, ad-free episode 32 is available for my Patreon subscribers to listen to before it releases to the public. If you would like to get access to early, ad-free episodes and other great benefits, become a sustaining member of the podcast. Plans start at just $2/month. Visit: patreon.com/notablenewengland for more info.

Calming things to do across New England to reduce stress, support mental health, & reset your nervous system during overwhelming times. Discover peaceful outdoor experiences, scenic road trips, libraries, lighthouses, gardens, & community-centered activities. Listen: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-zjcwx-1a1b9ea

"Everybody can be great, because everybody can serve... You only need a heart full of grace, a soul generated by love. And you can be that servant.” - Martin Luther King, Jr.
New Englanders, how do you feel you are called to serve? (Photo by Gretchen Bostrom)

Early, ad-free Episode 31 is out for my Patreon community. It’s about gentle, grounding things to do around New England when the world feels heavy. If this podcast has helped you feel more connected, your support keeps it going. Plans start at $2/month.
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Make it a resolution to listen to my new episode of Notable New England on your favorite podcast app or: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-utusr-1a0984d

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Read about what's coming in 2026 for the Notable New England podcast! Read all about it here: https://substack.com/home/post/p-183070144

If you're on YouTube, subscribe to Notable New England's channel. I'll be posting more content aside from the audio version of the podcast in 2026. I'll be showing some nice videos from across New England. Subscribe at youtube.com/@NotableNewEngland

We're in the 12 days of Christmas! Learn about some Christmas history, meet Brian Earl, the host of the @christmaspast.bsky.social podcast, and hear about his new book "Of Christmases Long, Long Ago". Wherever you listen or: https://notablene.podbean.com/e/episode-29/

(Photo by Mourad Saadi on Unsplash)

Want to listen to episode 29 before it releases to the public on Sunday, December 21—and without ads? Join my Patreon community today! Plans start as low as $2 a month. Go to: patreon.com/notablenewengland & sign up!

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