Bill Bartholomew
@billbartholomew.bsky.social
Host, "Bartholomewtown" wherever you get pods and WPRO radio in New England
DEBATE: Governor McKee + Helena Foulkes - Democratic Primary for Governor of Rhode Island btown.buzzsprout.com/163601/episo...
DEBATE: Governor McKee + Helena Foulkes - Democratic Primary for Governor of Rhode Island - Bartholomewtown
Bill Bartholomew moderates a debate between Governor Dan McKee and Helena Buonanno Foulkes, the candidates in the Democratic primary for Governor of Rhode Island.
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During WPRO 630 AM's lieutenant governor radio forum, host @billbartholomew.bsky.social asked the candidates if they're open-minded to statewide rent controls. "The only yes came from @sueanderbois.bsky.social, who voted in favor of rent stabilization three times on the Providence City Council."
Rhode Island Current@rhodeislandcurrent.com · 2w agoHow would you pitch Rhode Island to a space alien? That was the question that wrapped up Tuesday’s lieutenant governor radio forum with four Democrats seeking the office. By @nolanpage.bsky.social rhodeislandcurrent.com/2026/07/21/f...
@billbartholomew.bsky.social Great to know you are hosting all week. You know what is happening in the state and are always prepared. Insurance will not cover rented pools. Everything is for sale today. Disgusting.
#Synchronicity: we just finished taping the #ShiftingGround podcast with John Tien when I heard @billbartholomew.bsky.social on @997wpro.bsky.social talking about the shift he is sensing. We talked with John about the "close" of the post-Cold War age and what he is advising students moving forward.
Bartholomewtown/WPRO forums + debates rolling out: next week Dem Lt Gov and Dem AG. More to be announced shortly.
NEW: How RI Startup "Transgender Zone" Builds Community, Resilience Amidst Anti-Trans Laws btown.buzzsprout.com/163601/episo...
How RI Startup "Transgender Zone" Builds Community, Resilience Amidst Anti-Trans Laws - Bartholomewtown
Building Community and Support for Transgender Individuals: The Story of Transgender ZoneIn this episode, Victoria St. Germain shares her inspiring journey from navigating a challenging transition in ...
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@billbartholomew.bsky.social Hoping to hear from Steve Klamkin on your pod during the Newport Festivals this summer 🤞
NEW: RI State Senator Dawn Euer btown.buzzsprout.com/163601/episo...
RI State Senator Dawn Euer - Bartholomewtown
In this episode, Rhode Island State Senator Dawn Euer shares insights on recent legislative changes, climate and economic policies, urban development, and community revitalization efforts. Her perspec...
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NEW: Bartholomewtown - Deer Tick Talk New Album "Coin-O-Matic" btown.buzzsprout.com/163601/episo...
Deer Tick Talk New Album "Coin-O-Matic" - Bartholomewtown
This episode dives into the enduring philosophies behind Deer Tick's approach to music, the importance of storytelling rooted in shared communities, and how the band balances artistic integrity with m...
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NEW: "Rhode Island's Hidden Homeless" btown.buzzsprout.com/163601/episo...
Rhode Island's Hidden Homeless - Bartholomewtown
This episode dives into the often overlooked dimension of homelessness—doubling up—and its profound impact on housing insecurity. Molly Richard, Associate Professor of Public Health at the University ...
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Really enjoyed speaking with Bill about why I'm the best candidate to be Rhode Island's next Attorney General. Take a listen 👇
Bill Bartholomew@billbartholomew.bsky.social · 3mo agoNEW: @jasonknightri.bsky.social is running for Attorney General btown.buzzsprout.com/163601/episo...
This is pretty funny for a group that is backing candidate in Democratic primaries. Kudos to @billbartholomew.bsky.social for repeating the question, though Levesque still wriggled out of answering it in the end.
Bill Bartholomew@billbartholomew.bsky.social · 3mo agoThe League of RI Businesses is a new Rhode Island political action group that is representing itself as moderate and “pro-business”. However, when I pressed the group's founder on Ocean State Media (PBS), his political positions were anything but middle-of-the-road.
@billbartholomew.bsky.social You are absolutely correct. My sister is a retired teacher. It is the arts and music that keeps students involved in attending school.
NEW: @jasonknightri.bsky.social is running for Attorney General btown.buzzsprout.com/163601/episo...
Jason Knight is Running for Attorney General - Bartholomewtown
In this episode, Rhode Island State Representative Jason Knight discusses his motivation for running for Attorney General, emphasizing his extensive public service background, legislative experience, ...
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NEW: Providence Councilor John Goncalves on why he voted "no" on rent stabilization. The city council will convene tonight to vote on overriding mayor Smiley's veto of the ordinance, which would require one of 6 "nay" votes to flip. btown.buzzsprout.com/163601/episo...
PVD RENT: Councilor John Goncalves on Why He Voted No On Rent Stabilization, Housing Policy Ideas - Bartholomewtown
The Complexity of Rent Stabilization in Providence: A Deep Dive with Councilor John GonzalezIn this episode, we explore the nuanced debate surrounding rent stabilization in Providence, Rhode Island. C...
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Some really terrific questions and follow-ups here being asked in this segment by @billbartholomew.bsky.social, I could not believe the answer given for the last one www.youtube.com/watch?v=CsDn...
Rhode Island’s Primary Battles Explained | Lively
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I'm off from work today, but just recorded a fine discussion with @billbartholomew.bsky.social on Speaker Shekarchi's next move, the race for governor, and @oceanstatemedia.bsky.social's move to 103.7 FM. Catch it tom'w am wherever you get your finest podcasts
The League of RI Businesses is a new Rhode Island political action group that is representing itself as moderate and “pro-business”. However, when I pressed the group's founder on Ocean State Media (PBS), his political positions were anything but middle-of-the-road.
How policy and political goals drove rent stabilization efforts in Providence: council President Rachel Miller joins me on Bartholomewtown
The common refrain in communities has been to emphasize the importance of keeping a town’s “rural character.” But affordable housing mandates and the need to grow tax revenue amid a cohort of aging homeowners has towns like Hopkinton, to consider wider development districts. buff.ly/OpU4cPP
Providence council president Rachel Miller talks rent stabilization btown.buzzsprout.com/163601/episo...
PVD RENT: Council President Rachel Miller - Bartholomewtown
Title: Providence Rent Stabilization Debate: Insights from City Council President Rachel MillerThis episode delves into the complex political and social dynamics surrounding rent stabilization in Prov...
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"No News Is Bad News" a panel about the future of local news 4/17 w/ @thepvdeye.bsky.social @communitiesofhope.bsky.social @eastgreenwichnews.bsky.social @gwaynemiller.bsky.social , @rinewstoday.bsky.social @lmalphonse.bsky.social @elisherman.bsky.social @billbartholomew.bsky.social. bit.ly/3O9v02M
@billbartholomew.bsky.social Interesting podcast with Ken Block. His assessment of the status of RI administrative government is correct. However, how does he plan to work with the Speaker of the House and the partisan General Assembly?
As @billbartholomew.bsky.social and I predicted, global #geoeconomic trends impact the #hyperlocal, as RI governor now indicates he wants to repeal a gas tax increase ... www.wpri.com/news/politic...
‘Every dollar counts’: McKee pushes to repeal 2-cent gas tax hike as prices skyrocket
Gov. Dan McKee touted his plan Wednesday to reverse last year’s gas tax increase as Rhode Islanders grapple with rising fuel costs.
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Listening today to the Dan Yorke Show (@billbartholomew.bsky.social producing), with a confirmation of the #prosperity_legitimacy_equation : growing numbers of Americans think that the "American Dream" is no longer attainable. Combine this with the energy/commodity shock of #Hormuz, ... 1/
@billbartholomew.bsky.social Thanks for another great podcast featuring our Secretary of State. I read the Federalist Papers in college. We need more voters and elected officials to At Least read our Constitution which is quite brief and easy to understand 😩
How would a Morales administration respond to a mass ICE deployment in Providence? Full ep of Bartholomewtown wherever you get pods
