The WCCA TV Newsletter, October 2019
This Month at WCCA TV, The People’s Channel
Do you know that there are many ways to get involved with WCCA TV? You can take our TV Production class and learn the basics of TV production, which is the first step on becoming a TV producer and having your own show. Our next TV-Production class starts this Saturday, October 5th, and there are still some seats available. Hurry up and register today! You can also get involved by becoming a volunteer/intern and start earning high school and college credits; you can be a guest on one of our shows; your organization can join our Circle of Friends and Media Sponsorship program which will help increase its visibility in our community, or you can announce your event on our Bulletin Board. So, what are you waiting for? Embark on your exciting television journey today! For more information, visit our website: www.wccatv.com
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WCCA TV Special Presentations
Recently, Trinity Financial provided the media with a behind-the-scenes look at the on-going development of the former Worcester Country Courthouse, and our production crew was there. Exclusively on WCCA TV 194 in Worcester MA, also streaming live worldwide at www.wccatv.com
WCCA TV Program Notes
- Tune in to all new episodes of Soapbox in October. Host of the program and WCCA TV’s Executive Director, Mauro DePasquale, welcomes guests from the Washburn House, Worcester Center for Crafts, Pawsitively 4 Pink, book authors, and more. ‘Soapbox’ can be seen on WCCA TV 194 in Worcester MA, and streaming live worldwide at www.wccatv.com, on Saturdays at 10:30 pm and Sundays at 6:30 pm. To be a guest on the show, contact Tracy Foley at tracy@wccatv.org. There is something for everyone on WCCA TV 194, The People’s Channel!!
- Beacon Hill Chat is a talk show that features interesting people talking about the interesting things going on in Central Massachusetts. Host of the program, State Senator Harriette Chandler, welcomes to the show the Project Coordinator of the Central Mass Tobacco Free Community Partnership, Tina Grosowsky. In another episode, Senator Chandler welcomes Paul Matthews, the new Executive Director of the Worcester Research Bureau.
- This Is Worcester is a WCCA TV program hosted and produced by community activist Bill Coleman. The program focuses on interesting Worcester area facts and history. Bill and his guest Regan Harrold, Senior Landscape Architect, talk about what Worcester is doing to enhance the city’s parks. In another episode, Bill welcomes the owners of Fairway Beef, George and Jack Sigel.
- Know Your Rights is a WCCA TV show to inform viewers of their civil rights, hosted by Ron Madnick. Ron talks about the Debate For Abortion Rights In Massachusetts. In another episode, the topic is Should We Recriminalize Abortion.
- **Healthy Living ** is a WCCA TV program, hosted by Dr. Donald Pelto of Worcester. Dr. Pelto interviews medical doctors and allied health individuals regarding health-related issues, such as losing weight, diabetes, and much more. In this episode, Dr Pelto presents a Consumer Awareness Guide to choosing a Podiatrist. In another episode, Dr. Pelto answers [common questions] (https://www.wccatv.com/video/healthy-living-with-dr.-donald-pelto/healthyliving12) that people ask him.
- Close To Home is a show about people and situations that demonstrate deep respect for mankind. Host of the show, Molly Finn, welcomes Kirk Jonah, Founder of the ”Jack Jonah Foundation,” which was created in 2018 in honor of Jack Jonah, a West-Springfield teen who died of an accidental overdose at just 19. The story also inspired the ‘Jack Jonah’ film, which will be released soon. The mission of the foundation is to raise awareness and provide assistance and education about the opioid crisis throughout the United States. Exclusively on WCCA TV 194 in Worcester!!
- Activate Worcester, hosted by Ron Motta, is a WCCA TV program that shows viewers how to participate and become active in Worcester. Ron welcomes Chris Pinto back to the show to discuss guns.
- Connecting The Dots is a non-traditional legal program with the emphasis on the attorney as a trusted advisor, with an interdisciplinary approach to solving life’s issues. Host of the program, Attorney Liz Myska, welcomes college professor, Michael Baker, and her college roommate, Virginia Schultz.
- What It’s Worth is a WCCA TV show definitely worth watching! Host Tommy Colletta chats with Dianna Biancheria, a candidate for Worcester School Committee.
- Human Touch, hosted by Augustine Kanjia, is a program that spotlights refugees and their struggles, challenges and triumphs, in order to bring about understanding and change. Augustine welcomes to the show members of The Krio Descendants Union of New England. Exclusively on WCCA TV 194 in Worcester!
- Join Christine Greige, host of WCCA TV’s Defining Good Health, and learn about her health & wellness journey as she interviews people in the health industry. Christine visits the Release Well-Being Center and chats with Barbara Norton and Christi Tarzia.
- Tune in to Rosen’s Round Table, a political and current issue program hosted by City Councilor Gary Rosen. Plastic bags in the Woo are a hotly contested topic right now. How do Gary Rosen and his panel members feel about their use now and in the future? Tune in to this episode to find out.
- Health Matters is a WCCA TV program in collaboration with the Worcester District Medical Society. Host Dr. James Broadhurst welcomes Tina Grosowsky to the show. The topic of discussion is Vaping Prevention: Flavor Regulation with Menthol, Mint and Wintergreen. In another episode, Dr. James Broadhurst welcomes Brenda Jenkins, Matthew Evans and Keith Tatum. The topic of discussion is the Live Strong Program at YMCA in Worcester.
- What It’s Worth is a WCCA TV show definitely worth watching! Host of the show, Tommy Colletta, welcomes the Executive Director of the JCC, Emily Rosenbaum.
- BandEdge is a WCCA TV produced local music show that is shot live and spotlights Worcester area bands, solo singer/songwriters, and instrumentalists. Scott Michael Olson is the featured artist on this episode of BandEdge.
- Video Jam is your source for eclectic music videos. Your favorite host, Tracy Foley, has been presenting mainstream and indie rock for more than 10 years on cable TV public access stations. Today’s Playlist features: Mother Yeti – My Best Please; Katy Perry – Never Really Over; Maddie Poppe – Made You Miss; Sabrina Carpenter – In My Bed; Betta Lemme – Play; Zack Martino & Dyson – Mood; Stanaj – Sweat; Lauv – Drugs & The Internet; Marshmello & Tyga & Chris Brown – Light It Up. Keep on jammin’!!
- Tune in to Video Jam Country and spend an hour enjoying the latest and greatest in country music with host Tracy Foley. Today’s show features: Timothy Craig – One Small Miracle; Jordan Foster – White Bikini; Walker Montgomery – Just Say When; Penny Jayne Black – Steel Horse; Scott Shipley – Save Me from Me; Truxton Mile – California in My Mind; Radio Romance – Like the Moon; The Black Lillies – Midnight Stranger; Shannon Rae – Get Lucky; Caroline Jones – Gulf Coast Girl; Jessie G. – Whatever This Is; Krista Angelucci – Jungle; For King and Country – God Only Knows; Cherie Oakley – Work It; Kaitlyn Kohler – Everything’s Here But You; Bret Kissel – Drink About Me; Stephanie Quayle – If I Was a Cowboy. Shout-out to all our country music fans!!
- Static Fusion is an alternative performance art and musical variety program produced with the facilities of WCCA TV. The show is put together by the creative genius of Jim Racicot and Uncle Allen. Jim takes us to the Latin American Festival and shows us artwork on Worcester buildings.
- Senior Speak is a program by WCCA TV in collaboration with the Worcester Senior Center. Senior issues are discussed and a good time is had by all. Senior Speak is recorded at the Worcester Senior Center, located at 128 Providence St, on Tuesdays at 2 PM. Stop by and be a part of the show!
About WCCA TV
Worcester Community Cable Access is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation administering public access cable television for Worcester, Massachusetts. Our mission is:
- To advance democratic ideals by ensuring the people have access to electronic media
- To provide a platform for first amendment rights and for artistic and cultural expression
- To promote co-operative relations with those who serve the public interest
- To promote communication through community use of media
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