Northeast Delta Dental

Tobacco cessation

Fri, 29 May 2026 12:54:12 -0400

Tom Raffio interviews Dr. Nevin Zablotsky, Senior Consultant at Nova Southeastern University School of Dentistry and Medicine and tobacco cessation expert on the impact of smoking on your oral and overall health.

The Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester

Fri, 29 May 2026 12:53:56 -0400

For Mental Health Awareness Month, Tom Raffio interviews Jonathan Routhier, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of The Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester.

Black Heritage Trail NH

Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400

Tom Raffio welcomes JerriAnne Boggis, Executive Director of Black Heritage Trail NH. JerriAnne describes the newly created mural by Nashua-based artist Manny Ramirez of Positive Street Art, which depicts Ona Judge stepping off the ship Nancy onto the Portsmouth docks capturing the hope and excitement of her first moment of freedom. The mural is to be unveiled on May 23.

Girls on the Run NH

Fri, 08 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400

Tom Raffio interviews Jen Hubbell, the executive director of Girls on the Run New Hampshire. They discuss the mission and structure of Girls on the Run, an after-school program for girls ages 8–11 that uses running and a curriculum focused on empowerment, confidence, and healthy living. Jen emphasizes that running is in the name, but the real goal is forward motion and joyfulness. Over 2.7 million girls have been reached in 30 years.

603 Equality

Fri, 01 May 2026 13:00:38 -0400

Tom Raffio interviews Amy Terravechia, the executive director of 603 Equality, a statewide nonprofit advocacy organization in New Hampshire. The conversation emphasizes the importance of building connections and understanding between the LGBTQ community and the broader New Hampshire community, viewing this as essential for creating a state where everyone can thrive.

Northern New England Dental Student Mentorship Program

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:54:48 -0400

Dr. Cynthia Yered and D2 student Chelsea Ty join Tom Raffio to discuss the Tufts Dental School's Northern New England dental student mentorship program. The program places first-year dental students in rural, underserved practices so they can connect classroom learning to real-world care.

Tufts Dental School mentorship program

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:46:00 -0400

Tom Raffio hosts Dr. Adam Fasoli, who runs a dental practice in Middlebury, Vermont. The conversation focuses on the Tufts Dental School mentorship program, where Dr. Fasoli has hosted seven dental students over the years, showing them that rural practices can offer cutting-edge technology and fulfilling careers.

AARP Employer Alliance

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:04:27 -0400

Tom Raffio hosts Christina FitzPatrick, State Director AARP NH to discuss the AARP Employer Alliance, a program where companies commit to an age-inclusive workforce. Program benefits include educational resources, and for larger organizations, a second tier that includes coaching to improve workplace culture.

Future In Sight

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 13:15:57 -0400

American Red Cross of Northern New England

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:00:00 -0400

Tom Raffio hosts Stephanie Couturier, CEO of American Red Cross Northern New England, for a comprehensive discussion about Red Cross Month in March and the organization's vital mission. The conversation covers the Red Cross's 140-year history, founded by Clara Barton to provide battlefield care during wartime, and how it has evolved to serve communities today.

NEC Football with Coach Kevin Kelly

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:23:10 -0400

Children's Dental Health

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:31:58 -0400

Tom Raffio hosts dental hygienist Christa Keddie on Northeast Delta Dental Radio to discuss National Children's Dental Health Month. Keddie, an oral health and wellness solutions specialist, shares her background growing up around dentistry and her decade-long career at Northeast Delta Dental implementing risk assessment programs. The conversation covers essential children's dental health topics including when to schedule the first dental visit (by age one or when the first tooth erupts), what causes tooth decay and how to prevent it.

The Kalahan K. Emery Memorial Fund

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 14:02:40 -0500

This episode of Northeast Delta Dental Radio features host Tom Raffio interviewing Kraig Emery, founder of the Kalahan K. Emery Memorial Fund and New Hampshire's SUDC ambassador. Kraig shares the heartbreaking story of losing his healthy 2.5-year-old son Kalahan to Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) in March 2001. He emphasizes the importance of not withdrawing during grief, seeking counseling when ready, and allowing yourself to experience all emotions. The interview promotes an upcoming Run for Kalahan 5k on March 14th at Delta Dental to raise awareness and funds for SUDC research during SUDC Awareness Month. Race signups are linked here; https://runsignup.com/Race/NH/Concord/RunForKalihan5kMarchThAm

Preventive Dental Care Study

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 13:00:00 -0500

Tom Raffio interviews Dr. Ronald Davitt. The conversation covers key findings from a recent preventative dental care study. They explore important topics including establishing a dental home, the importance of early childhood dental visits (by age one or first tooth eruption), caries and periodontal risk assessments, and the connection between oral health and overall health, particularly heart health.

OLLI at UNH

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 13:13:40 -0500

This episode of Northeast Delta Dental Radio features host Tom Raffio interviewing Tori Berube, program manager for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UNH. They discuss OLLI's mission to provide lifelong learning opportunities for adults over 50.The conversation covers OLLI's affiliation with UNH and the variety of courses offered including history, arts, science, and health topics, and the benefits of lifelong learning for cognitive health and social connection.

New Hampshire's Kid Executive Council member

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:43:20 -0500

Tom Raffio interviews Phia S., a fifth-grade student from Lancaster Elementary School who was elected as a New Hampshire Kid Executive Council member. The interview focuses on Phia's platform of improving dental access throughout New Hampshire. Phia explains her three-part plan which includes hosting dental supply drives at her school, church and library to donate products to the Lancaster Food Pantry, creating educational content for the Kid Governor blog about proper dental care, and advocating for mobile dental clinics in underserved communities.

Facilities at Northeast Delta Dental

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 13:00:00 -0500

Tom Raffio interviews Shane Baron, Manager of Corporate Services at Northeast Delta Dental.

The Currier Museum of Art

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 13:26:08 -0500

Tom Raffio and Jordana Pomeroy, Director and CEO of the Currier Museum of Art discus the unique experience the Currier offers, emphasizing its intimate atmosphere compared to larger museums. They highlight the importance of storytelling in art and Jordana explains how the museum is rethinking its collection to engage visitors more deeply, aiming to create memorable experiences that resonate with the community.

Special Olympics, New Hampshire

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -0500

Tom Raffio and guest Shelby Cote detail the upcoming Penguin Plunge and Winnie Dip weekends, which are vital fundraising events for Special Olympics New Hampshire. Shelby explains the various activities planned, the community spirit involved, and how participants can raise funds to support athletes.

AARP New Hampshire

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -0500

Tom Raffio interviews Christina FitzPatrick, who discusses the AARP Community Challenge Grant Program, which funds projects aimed at improving community livability. She shares that AARP has invested significantly in various projects across New Hampshire, enhancing public spaces and promoting civic engagement. The application process for the grants is also highlighted, encouraging community organizations to apply.