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Floyd Memorial Library Podcast

Floyd Memorial Library Podcast

The Floyd Memorial Library Podcast is dedicated to gathering and preserving the history of the people on the North Fork. (Disclaimer) The views expressed in the interviews are solely those of the individuals providing them and do not reflect the opinions of the Floyd Memorial Library or its staff.

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Episode 173 with Dana Forlenza, Candidate for...

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2025/10/08

Today on the podcast, I’m speaking with Dana Forlenza, a candidate for Southold Town Tax Assessor.Dana grew up in Southold after her parents moved to the North Fork, and she’s a Mattituck High School graduate. She began her career in banking and later transitioned to insurance, gaining experience in property valuation and client service, skills closely connected to the responsibilities of the assessor’s office.In our conversation, Dana talks about her background, career path, and what led her to

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00:47:29

Episode 172 with Stacey Krumenacker NBC-HWC, Health &...

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2025/10/07

Today I’m joined by Stacey Krumenacker, a nationally board-certified health and wellness coach, Pilates and yoga instructor. Stacey has dedicated her career to helping others cultivate balance, strength, and mindfulness through movement and holistic wellness practices.In our conversation, Stacey shares her journey from her early inspirations in health and fitness, to her arrival on the North Fork and how the community here has shaped her work. We talk about how she’s built such a diverse skill set

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00:53:37

Episode 171 - Roy Latham: A Life in Nature with John...

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2025/10/06

In this episode, I speak with John Holzapfel, historian and honorary trustee at the Oysterponds Historical Society, about Roy Latham, an important figure in the natural history of Long Island. John shares insights from Latham’s unpublished journals, chronicling decades of observations of the East End’s wildlife and landscapes. We explore Latham’s enduring legacy and why his meticulous records remain a vital window into the region’s past and its natural world.

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01:06:34

Episode 170 with Abigail Field, Candidate for...

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2025/10/03

Today I sit down with Abigail Field, candidate for Southold Town Clerk. In our conversation, Abigail reflects on her early life and her connection to the North Fork. She talks about her background as an attorney and the experiences that have shaped her approach to public service, what inspired her to run for Town Clerk, and her vision for improving transparency and accessibility at Town Hall. We also discuss ways to modernize recordkeeping and communication between local government and residents,

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00:22:06

Episode 169 with Stephanie Hall, Candidate for...

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2025/10/01

My guest today is Stephanie Hall, candidate for Fishers Island Town Justice and Southold Town Board. In our conversation, Stephanie talks about her connection to Fishers Island and how her background in science and public service has influenced her approach to community leadership.With more than 35 years of experience as a human geneticist, much of it at Pfizer, she brings an analytical and collaborative perspective to local issues. We discuss her work as a Fire District Commissioner, her role as

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01:01:55

Episode 168 with Kate Stevens, Candidate for Fishers...

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2025/10/01

My guest today is Kate Stevens, candidate for Fishers Island Town Justice and Southold Town Board. In our conversation, Kate talks about her connection to Fishers Island and how it has influenced her approach to community involvement and leadership.With a background in architecture and education, she brings a practical and informed perspective to local issues. We discuss her decision to move to the island full-time, her work with the Henry L. Ferguson Museum, her role as Chair of the Fishers Island

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01:04:57

Episode 167 with Amy Folk, Author and Historian,...

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2025/09/29

Today, we sit down with historian and author Amy Folk to explore one of the most colorful and covert chapters in Long Island’s past: the era of rumrunning. In her book Rumrunning in Suffolk County: Tales from Liquor Island, Amy uncovers how geography, opportunity, and ingenuity turned the North Fork into a key hub of Prohibition-era smuggling.From daring midnight landings and hidden coves to the cat-and-mouse games between bootleggers and law enforcement, her research brings to life the people and

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01:05:07

Episode 166 with Paulette Satur and Eberhard Müller,...

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2025/09/26

Today I’m joined by Paulette Satur and Eberhard Müller, the husband-and-wife team behind Satur Farms on the North Fork. Before founding the farm, Paulette built her career in horticulture and the wine industry, while Eberhard earned acclaim as a chef in Europe and at some of New York’s most celebrated restaurants. Their paths first crossed when Paulette was selling wine to one of Eberhard’s restaurants, sparking both a personal and professional partnership that would soon lead them to purchase

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00:48:52

Episode 165 with Iris Ornig, Director & Founder of...

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2025/09/24

Today I’m joined by two wonderful musicians, Iris Ornig, Director & Founder of East End Jazz, and Olivia Foschi, the organization’s Director of Education. Both bring deep experience as performers, composers, and educators, and together they’ve built a vibrant space for jazz on the East End of Long Island. In our conversation, we talk about their early musical journeys, the inspirations that drew them from New York City to the East End, and the lasting influences that continue to shape their

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00:27:05

Episode 164 with Greg Schlachter, candidate for...

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2025/09/22

On today’s episode, I'm joined by Greg Schlachter, candidate for Southold Town Highway Superintendent. Greg’s roots in Southold run deep, he grew up here and has spent more than forty years working as a heavy equipment operator and mechanic, much of that time with the Highway Department.We talk about his family’s history on the North Fork, what it was like growing up in Southold, and how his career in public service and heavy equipment took shape. Greg also shares stories from his years in the

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00:40:50

Episode 163 with Dan Goodwin, Southold Town’s Highway...

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2025/09/22

On today’s episode, I’m joined once again by Dan Goodwin, Southold Town’s Highway Superintendent. In our last conversation, we talked about his family’s history on the North Fork and his journey into public service. This time, we focus on the work of the Highway Department over the past year, the projects completed, the challenges faced, and how his team has responded to the unexpected.With elections coming up in November, Dan also reflects on the department’s biggest accomplishments during his

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00:47:49

Episode 162 with Thomas Watkins, a Greenport Native...

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2025/09/19

Today I’m joined by Thomas Watkins, a Greenport native and former fire chief whose life has been dedicated to service and community. Thomas spent decades in the Greenport Fire Department, rising through the ranks to become the village’s first Black fire chief. He also devoted much of his career to working in nursing, always with a focus on helping others.In our conversation, Thomas reflects on his family’s journey from Virginia to Greenport, the values his parents instilled in him, and what it was

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00:50:50

Episode 161 with Tommy John Schiavoni, Assemblyman...

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2025/09/17

Today we sit down Tommy John Schiavoni, Assemblyman for the 1st District of the New York State Assembly.Tommy John’s family has called the East End home for generations, and his own journey began in Sag Harbor, where his upbringing and his family’s plumbing and heating business shaped his early perspective. He went on to spend more than 30 years teaching social studies, helping young people understand history, government, and civic responsibility, before moving into public service at the local level

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00:57:53

Episode 160 with Suffolk County District Attorney Ray...

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2025/09/15

Today, we sit down with Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney, whose roots on Long Island run deep and whose career in law enforcement has spanned both state and federal levels. From his early days as an Assistant U.S. Attorney prosecuting complex cases of organized crime, narcotics, and violent offenses, to his current role as Suffolk County’s chief prosecutor, his career has been distinguished by a commitment to justice, professional accountability, and the protection of the public.Since

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01:13:43

Episode 159 with Nathan Andruski, Candidate for...

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2025/09/12

Today’s guest is Nathan Andruski, a lifelong North Fork resident and candidate for Southold Town Trustee. Growing up on the water, Nathan spent much of his life working on Peconic Bay, dredging scallops, clamming, and fishing, which shaped his connection to the region and its marine environment. As President of the Southold Town Baymen’s Association, he has been involved in clam reseeding efforts and initiatives to improve water quality, giving him insight into the challenges and opportunities

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00:49:01

Episode 158 with Joe Finora, Candidate for Southold...

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2025/09/12

Today’s guest is Joe Finora, a North Fork native and candidate for Southold Town Trustee. Growing up on the North Fork, Joe developed a strong connection to the land and the community. His early career as an engineer diver took him around the world inspecting marine structures, and he now serves as Town Engineer for Shelter Island while also co-founding an oyster company in Peconic Bay. In this episode, we talk about his experiences growing up here, his work in engineering and aquaculture, and his

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00:47:00

Episode 157 with Pindar Damianos, owner of Pindar...

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2025/09/12

Today’s guest is Pindar Damianos, owner of Pindar Vineyards and a candidate for Southold Town Trustee. Growing up in St. James and spending time in Peconic helping out at the family vineyard, Pindar developed a deep connection to the North Fork and its land. His family’s roots in the region and early experiences in agriculture shaped his perspective on stewardship, community, and sustainable land use. In this episode, we discuss his journey in managing a large vineyard, his involvement in local

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01:08:10

Episode 156 with Eric Sepenoski, Farmer, Teacher, and...

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2025/09/12

Today’s guest is Eric Sepenoski, a fourth-generation East Marion farmer, teacher, and Town Trustee. Growing up on Sep’s Farm and spending his early years across the North Fork, Eric developed a deep connection to the land, the rhythms of farming life, and the local community. That foundation has guided him as he balances his roles as a farmer, educator, and public servant. In this episode, we discuss his experiences growing up here, his work on environmental conservation and local governance, and

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01:29:50

Episode 155 with Angela De Vito, Lifelong Advocate...

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2025/09/10

Today on the podcast, I’m joined by Angela De Vito, a lifelong advocate for working people and the North Fork community. Angela’s story begins with her family’s move from Greenwich Village out to Rocky Point, and from there her path has taken her all over the country, from Chicago to Utah to Boston, before coming back home to South Jamesport. Along the way, she’s worked at the intersection of labor rights, public health, and civic life, from advancing workplace protections and training programs to

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02:01:04

Episode 154 with Tom Wickham, Owner and Operator of...

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2025/09/08

Today on the Floyd Memorial Library Podcast, we’re joined by Tom Wickham, Owner and Operator of Wickham’s Fruit Farm in Cutchogue, NY. Tom comes from one of the North Fork’s oldest farming families, with roots on this land going back to the early 1700s. In addition to carrying forward a centuries-old agricultural tradition, he has also had a remarkable career beyond the farm, working in international water management, for which he was awarded the prestigious Stockholm Water Prize, and later serving

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