Greetings From the Garden State

The Heart of Jersey Pride. A podcast about the people and places that shape New Jersey! Powered by the New Jersey Lottery. Hosted by Mike Ham

Greetings From the Garden State is a society podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 230 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Greetings From the Garden State, a society show with 230 episodes published.

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  Peter Ames Carlin on Tonight in Jungleland: The Making of Born to Run

  Sep 11, 202515 minS0

  <p>Send us a text</p><p>In this episode of Greetings from the Garden State, we welcome acclaimed author and cultural critic <b>Peter Ames Carlin</b>, who joins us to discuss his latest book Tonight in Jungleland: The Making of Born to Run.</p><p>Carlin takes us deep into the pivotal 20 months leading up to the release of Bruce Springsteen’s legendary third album, Born to Run. At that time, Springsteen was at a career crossroads — beloved by critics but struggling commercially, with Columbia Records questioning his future on the label. With his back against the wall, Bruc...

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  Pouring Freshies Daily at Ghost Hawk Brewing Co.: Throwback Episode

  Sep 4, 202553 minS0

  <p>Send us a text</p><p>We visit Steve Bauer, owner of Ghost Hawk Brewing Company in Clifton, NJ. Mike and Steve try several beers while learning about Steve's background, difficulties he has faced in life, and how he's overcome those. We also learn the meaning behind the name "Ghost Hawk" which is more than just a cool name, it has significant meaning to Steve and his story makes you appreciate it even more. <br/><br/>Ghost Hawk Brewing Co.: 321 River Rd #6, Clifton, NJ<br/>@ghosthawkbrewingco<br/>www.ghosthawkbrewing.com<br/><br/>Thank you to our sponsors:</p><p>N...

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  A Shucking Great Time with Love Oysters: Throwback Episode

  Aug 29, 202547 minS0

  <p>Send us a text</p><p>In this episode, join entrepreneur and oyster farmer Matt Matusky as he shares his fascinating journey into oyster farming with Love Oysters. Recorded at Captain Mike's Marina in Little Egg Harbor, New Jersey, located in the Great Bay, one of the Northeast's largest preserved wetlands, Matt discusses his transition from marine biology to oyster farming right out of college.</p><p>Discover the unique challenges and learning curve of oyster farming, as Matt sheds light on the impact of weather, tides, and lunar cycles on his day-to-day operations. Learn about the distinct-tasting oysters...

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  Episode #187

  Every Kick Counts: How FootGolf and Top Soccer Are Changing Lives in New Jersey

  Aug 13, 202543 minS0

  <p>Send us a text</p><p>We head to Freehold, NJ, to visit the headquarters of <b>New Jersey Youth Soccer</b> for a conversation about Every Kick Counts—a unique FootGolf fundraiser supporting <b>Top Soccer</b> programs for athletes with disabilities.</p><p>First, NJYS CEO <b>Evan Dabby</b> and <b>Vinny Nasuda</b>, President of Toms River FC, share how Top Soccer provides free, community-based soccer opportunities for players of all ages and abilities, supported by passionate volunteers and partners like RWJ Barnabas Health. Vinny details Toms River’s thriving program, which includes drills, giant socc...

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  Episode #186

  Homegrown Red Bulls

  Aug 5, 202526 minS0

  <p>Send us a text</p><p>This week on Greetings from the Garden State, powered by the New Jersey Lottery, we’re at the New York Red Bulls training facility in East Hanover talking with two Jersey-born standouts — <b>Daniel Edelman</b> (Warren) and <b>Peter Stroud</b> (Chester).</p><p>We dive into:<br/> ⚽ Their early days growing up in New Jersey soccer culture — from local fields to PDA to the Red Bulls Academy<br/> 🏆 What it’s like to play professionally for your hometown team with friends and family in the stands<br/> 🔥 Their MLS Cup Final run and the moments...

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