Someone (it might have been Episode 4 guest editor Binnie Klein) commented recently that the show has been “a show about making a show”, and I don’t disagree with that assessment. Having worked on the Guide in one form or another for over ten years now, I’m finally learning not to over think things. (Gary, our web designer is constantly urging me to “grip it and rip it” – a golfer’s exhortation to stop standing there and hit the damn ball.) That’s what’s happening with the RLSG radio show: we’re trying things and finding out what works and what doesn’t.
Episode 5 was recorded on a beautiful July Sunday afternoon at an amazing spot in Hamden, Connecticut: The Glenwood Drive In. What is a joyful experience! Our host for the afternoon was the owner, Wayne Stone and his son Rob, who advised me to try the birch beer. (It did not disappoint!)
Ann McGuire is the Editorial Director for Milford Living Magazine, and was suggested by our producer, Cindy Papish Gerber. (Like the birch beer, Ann did not disappoint.) We were also joined by Brian Tompkins, the Men’s Soccer coach at Yale. (I ran into Brian recently, and about 30 seconds into the conversation I knew he’d be a great addition to any round table discussion.) The conversation was freewheeling and fun, and when the session was over, we attacked some of the Glenwood’s award winning hot dogs and fries.
Duo pitched a question about potential corn syrup abuse, Ann wanted to know why mosquitoes love her so much, Brian pondered the question of manners, and I asked about parenting kids who are experimenting with drugs and alcohol.
Chris Jennings Penders says
Wow!
The Glenwood Drive in! Now that brings back some memories. My Dad’s office used to be RIGHT next door (To the right of Glenwood) He worked for The CT Education Association (CEA). I remember going to his office in the 1970’s and going next door for Glenwood’s foot long hot dogs.
Hadn’t thought about Glenwood in years. I also remember the Ghost Parking Lot at one of the shopping centers.
Wow! Memories are flooding back now.
SOOOOOO Cool, Guys!
webguygary says
great show!
Bruce says
Thanks! And you have GOT to try that birch beer…
duo says
I do love the smell of corn syrup in the morning..it smells like – summer!
I think the parent-friend or parent-parent question is a Big One….
webguygary says
Duo – Kudos for your eloquent use of the term “tube steak”
Brian says
Bruce, thank you for having me on the show. I am pleased that your editing skills were able to corral my loquacious ramblings. Keep up the good work!
Bruce says
My pleasure – you were terrific, and we can’t wait to have you back!
Muffy Brown says
Any show that focuses on two of the major food groups, namely sugar and grease, is by definition a winner. Duo, Bruce, nice to see you guys after all these years.
Bruce says
Thanks – that’s so nice of you to say. We are having a BLAST. Park School forever!!!