Northeast Delta Dental

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.  

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. 

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

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

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

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

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

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.

In this episode of Northeast Delta Dental Radio, host Tom Raffio and Christina FitzPatrick (State Director, AARP NH) discuss AARP's efforts to combat fraud targeting the elderly population. Christina introduces the Fraud Watch Network, which educates individuals about various scams and provides alerts on emerging threats. The importance of awareness and education in preventing fraud is emphasized, as well as the emotional tactics used by scammers.  

Myra Nikitas, co-founder of the Traveling Tooth Fairies shares her journey as a public health dental hygienist and the founding of the Traveling Tooth Fairies. She discusses the alarming statistics of untreated dental decay in Nashua and how it motivated her and her co-founder to create a program aimed at improving children's oral health. 

Tom Raffio interviews Ali Sekou, who emphasizes the significance of education and mentorship in overcoming his initial struggles after immigrating to the U.S. in 2012. He discusses his election as Concord's Ward eight city councilor and mayor pro tem, highlighting the importance of community trust and involvement.

Tom Raffio, the president and CEO of Northeast Delta Dental, introduces Rob Grabill, the head coach of Sunapee High Girls Soccer, who shares insights on the competitive soccer culture in Vermont and New Hampshire. Grabill discusses his coaching philosophy, emphasizing team bonding and community service.

Ellen Raffio shares her background in education and how her passion for working with children led her to become the wellness coordinator at Northeast Delta Dental. She discusses her transition from teaching to coordinating wellness programs, highlighting her volunteer work that paved the way for her current role. Ellen emphasizes the importance of creating opportunities for employees to engage in fitness and wellness activities and talks about road races in the area.

Tom welcomes Erin Hammerstedt and Kyle Sandler from Canterbury Shaker Village who discuss the visitor experience at Canterbury Shaker Village, highlighting guided tours and the beautiful grounds open to the public.

Tom Raffio and Michael Haley Goldman discuss the future of New Hampshire Humanities amidst funding cuts and the importance of community support. The conversation highlights various upcoming programs and initiatives that aim to engage the public in meaningful discussions about local history and culture. 

Tom Raffio and Rob Kleiner share insights about the journey to winning the National Baldrige Award, emphasizing the importance of the Baldrige framework in enhancing quality and performance.

Tom Raffio interviews Jason Quinn from The Real ResQ Podcast who shares stories of helicopter rescues.