Hey Rhody Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

On this episode of the Hey Rhody Podcast, Revill, guest co-host Josh a.k.a JMACK, sit down with Rhode Island’s most famous resident, Dawny The Duck, and owner Justin Tayme. Dawny the Duck is a media darling who is known for spreading love and happiness across Rhode Island. Chances are, if you are out and about in Providence, you have run into Dawny and Justin.

Justin shares his journey from growing up in Providence and always wanting a pet duck, and the wild ride that Dawny has brought them on. Justin also shared plans for Dawny. Dawny, including merchandise, a children’s book about recycling, and even dreams of her becoming a team mascot.

Links & Resources:

Dawny online - Instagram | TikTok | Twitch

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Stay Connected on Instagram: @HeyRhody | @PVDMonthly | @So_RI | @thebay_mag

Follow Chris: @letschatrevill and @letschatpodcasting

Follow John: @jmack2o23 

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This episode was produced and edited by John Balleste of The JMack Experience Podcast and recorded at the Social Enterprise Greenhouse

On this episode of the Hey Rhody Podcast, Revill chats with Rhode Island comedian Doug Key. Doug is the founder of Rhode Island’s first comedy festival, the Rogue Island Comedy Festival, which returns to Newport from May 22nd to May 25th. You can catch Doug’s special Mother of the Year on Mark Normand’s YouTube channel.

Revill and Doug talk about his comedic influences growing up—from classic films to legendary SNL cast members. Doug shares how starting his comedy career in Rhode Island helped shape his voice and perspective as a comedian. They also dive into the Rogue Island Comedy Festival’s decade-long run and what audiences can look forward to at this year’s event.

Links & Resources:

Get your tickets for Rogue Island Comedy Festival, May 22nd - May 25th

Follow Rouge Island Comedy Festival on: Rogueislandcomedyfest.com |  Instagram | Facebook

Follow Doug on Instagram

Listen to Doug's Special - Mother of The Year

Rhode Island Energy: Ready for a no-cost home energy assessment? Visit RIienergy.com/saveathome today

Stay Connected on Instagram: @HeyRhody | @PVDMonthly | @So_RI | @thebay_mag

Follow Chris: @letschatrevill and @letschatpodcasting

Follow Jenna:  @jennnaaakap 

Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel: Youtube.com/@heyrhody 

Hey Rhody Media: Interested in advertising with us? Drop us a line at Mail@HeyRhody.com

This episode was produced and edited by John Balleste of The JMack Experience Podcast and recorded at the Quahog Creative Studio

Vanessa Volz is the President and CEO of Sojourner House a nonprofit that focuses on victim services that promote healthy relationships by providing culturally sensitive support, advocacy, housing, and education for victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking; and to effect systems change.

On today's episode, Revill and Jenna chat with Vanessa about what brought her to Rhode Island, and the journey that led her to work at Sojourner House. The Rhode Island Food scene, the importance of self-care, and Sojourner House's upcoming 14th Annual Masquerade Ball!

Links & Resources:

Rhode Island Energy: Ready for a no-cost home energy assessment? Visit RIienergy.com/saveathome today

Stay Connected with Sojourner House

Stay Connected on Instagram: @HeyRhody | @PVDMonthly | @So_RI | @thebay_mag

Follow Jenna:  @jennnaaakap 

Follow Chris: @letschatrevill and @letschatpodcasting

Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel: Youtube.com/@heyrhody 

Hey Rhody Media: Interested in advertising with us? Drop us a line at Mail@HeyRhody.com

In today’s Who To Watch episode we are joined by Lois Harada, an artist and printmaker. Lois, Nick and Sascha discuss some of  her on going projects like her efforts in renaming Victory Day in RI, and new projects coming in 2022 like working with My HomeCourt at Davis Park, using the Interlace Grant to work on WISH YOU WERE HERE where Lois will be paying homage to those imprisoned in Japanese internment camps during WWII and more. Have fun learning more about Lois and her beautiful and meaningful works of art.

In this week’s special Who To Watch episode we are joined by Aiyah Josiah-Faeduwor the Assistant Manager of Bintimani, a restaurant new to the Providence food scene that will serve West African food as well as ​​invite guest chefs and pop-up vendors to use the kitchen and sell their food from the space. In addition to discussing his journey to PVD, Aiyah, Nick and Sascha also talk about Aiyah’s nonprofit dismantl which helps businesses get the certifications and licenses they need and put together a business model, as well as providing access to resources and capital to establish themselves. Have fun learning more about Aiyah and his truly inspirational story!

In this week’s episode we are joined by Manya Rubinstein the CEO of Industrious Spirit Company (ISCO for short), PVD’S first distillery since prohibition. Manya, Nick and Sascha discuss starting a distillery during a pandemic, what makes ISCO’s spirits unique (like oyster vodka!), the importance of sustainable farming plus Nick and Sascha enjoy a very special tasting of ISCO’s three main spirits.

In this week’s very festive episode we are joined by the one and only SANTA! Kris Kringle, Nick and Sascha discuss our favorite cookies, the best way to unwind after delivering presents all night, how fast his sleigh really travels and more! Grab a cup of cocoa for the second half of the episode where Santa reads 'Twas the Night Before Christmas written by Clement Clarke Moore. Happy Holidays Rhody!

In this week’s episode we are joined by Jeremy Duffy Co-Founder/Managing Partner at The Guild - Pawtucket, Providence, and Warren. Jeremy tells Nick and Sascha about starting the Guild with his partner, which has become one of the largest producing breweries in the country, opening a new branch of the Guild in Warren and a pop-up in Providence, his keen eye for the real estate market *wink*, modern weddings at the brewery, and so much more. 

In this week’s episode we are joined by Yarrow Thorne the Founder & Executive Director of The Avenue Concept- the organization behind some of the most beautiful artwork throughout the city. Yarrow, Nick and Sascha discuss how The Avenue Concept was started, the power of problem solving, the ever changing scene in PVD, and more.

In this week’s episode we are joined by Maria Tocco the founder and market manager of The Providence Flea. Maria, Nick and Sascha discuss the inspiration behind the Providence Flea, why it’s so important to shop small, the Flea’s new location at Farm Fresh, and more.