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True Vineyard Color

Sylvie Farrington

Beyond the pristine beaches and summer crowds lies a vibrant year-round community of entrepreneurs, artists, visionaries and lovers of Vineyard life. Meet the eclectic people who call Martha"s Vineyard home !

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Ep 43 - Heidi Feldman of MV Sea Salt on persistence,...

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2025/11/24

In this engaging conversation, Heidi shares her journey from a tech background to becoming a successful entrepreneur on Martha's Vineyard with her business, MV Sea Salt. She discusses her love for the island, the challenges of starting a business, the importance of community support, and her commitment to sustainability and local sourcing. Heidi also highlights the unique flavors of her sea salt products and her dedication to giving back to the community through volunteering for numerous

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23:28

Ep 42 - Anna Marden of Sonic Flow on overcoming...

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2025/11/17

In this engaging conversation Sylvie interviews Anna Marden about her work as a sound artist who facilitates sound baths using different instruments including Himalayan singing bowls, gongs andchimes . Anna shares her journey to Martha's Vineyard, and her experiences incuring her writer's block through sound meditationwhichultimately led to her desire to help others experience the gift of sound baths. Anna and Sylvie discuss the different benefits of sound baths andthe meditative states and

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30:46

Ep 41 - Monica Brady-Myerov, publisher of the...

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2025/11/10

In this engaging conversation, Monica Brady-Myerov and Sylvie Farrington discuss the vibrant Vineyard community, the role of the Vineyard Gazette Media Group and the future goals of the newspaper. They delve into the importance of local journalism, the impact of podcasting, and the unique aspects of living on Martha's Vineyard. Monica shares her journey to the Gazette, her passion for storytelling, and the newspaper's digital expansion plans. The discussion also highlights the Brazilian

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30:23

Ep 40 - Roberta Kirn of BeWellSING on connection and...

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2025/11/03

In this engaging conversation, Roberta Kirn and Sylvie discuss Roberta's island journey and her passion of singing in community settings, highlighting the transformative power of singing songs with others. Roberta has traveled extensively to Africa, Haiti, Cuba and Brazil andhas been bringingthe joy of singing songs from other cultures back to Martha's Vineyard for over 30 years. She emphasizes the health benefits and the joy communal singing brings to its participants. Roberta aims to

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29:48

Ep 39 - Lucas Ostinato, musician and Edgartown School...

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2025/10/27

In this engaging episode Sylvie interviews Lucas Ostinato, also known to islanders as Lucas Nascimento. Lucas is originally from Brazil and Sylvie and Lucas explore how his dedication and love for playing music has helped open doorsfor him and his family including the opportunity to be invited to MV, and later a chance to rent a home for his family in Edgartown .The interview explores the many different ways that music has shaped Lucas' life and the lives of those around him in positive

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35:57

Ep 38 - Authors Brenda Horrigan and Elisa Speranza on...

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2025/10/20

In this engaging podcast episode, Sylvie Farrington hosts Brenda Horrigan and Elisa Speranza, who share their unique journeys to Martha's Vineyard and the formation of the Washashores Writing Collective. They discuss the importance of collaboration, support, and community in the writing process, highlighting the diversity of writers and genres within their group. The conversation also touches on their first anthology, Brenda's museum exhibit project, and the valuable lessons learned through

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45:50

Ep 37 - Sherry Sidoti on writing her first memoir,...

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2025/10/13

In this soulful conversation, Sylviespeaks with withSherry Sidoti, long time Vineyard yoga teacher and more recently, author of her debut memoir, a Smoke and a Song. Sylvie and Sherry discuss their journeys of pivoting careers intheir fifties, andthe significance of staying authentic tothemselves by listening totheir inner guidance, even if means re-inventing parts of themselves.Sherry shares some of her writing process and highlights howsharing our stories can lead to inspiring others on

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26:52

Ep 36 - MV Native Marta Azzollini from Martas Kitchen...

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2025/10/06

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32:45

Ep 35 - MV Native Sarah Shaw Dawson on her double...

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2025/09/29

In this delightful conversation, Sarah Shaw Dawson shares her journey from growing up on Martha's Vineyard to becoming a musician and reporter. She discusses her transformative experiences in her 20s including her college years and her time in Austin, TX. Sylvie and Sarah discuss Sarah's passion for music and her process for song writing, and some of the challenges navigating life on the island during the pandemic. Sarah also opens up about her journey to sobriety and how it has impacted

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41:44

Ep 34 - Todd Christy on his island journey from...

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2025/09/22

In this engaging conversation, Todd Christy shares his journey from a college student with a love for coffee to the owner of Chilmark Coffee Company, a nano coffee roasting business on Martha's Vineyard. He reflects onhis early days on the island , printing Black Dog T-Shirts at Marianne's Screen printing companyand laterstarting a family. He shareshis journey ofworking ina few different jobs while raising young children, later experimenting with coffee roasting and eventually starting

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49:53

Ep 33 - Larisa Stinga on finding inspiration in new...

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2025/09/15

In this engaging podcast episode, Sylvie interviews Larisa Stinga, a photographer who shares her journey from Romania to the island, discussing her cultural adaptation, the impact of the pandemic on her career, and the importance of storytelling through photography. Larisa emphasizes the significance of community support, the beauty of capturing family moments, and the joy of noticing the small things in life. She encourages listeners to embrace their creativity and take the leap to pursue

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Ep 32 - Kristina Kinsman - Maynard : A life of Wooden...

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2025/09/08

Join Sylvie Farrington in a deeply engaging conversation with Kristina Kinsman Maynard, a woman whose life journey is a rich tapestry of resourcefulness, adventure, resilience, and community spirit. From her pivotal decision to leave Toronto for the shores of Martha's Vineyard at the age of 14 to the global sailing adventures that defined her family's life, Kristina shares her unique perspective on living a life full of purpose and connection. This episode delves into the transformative

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50:50

Ep 31 - Jennifer Wey Fiore from Clothes To Go on the...

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2025/09/01

In this interesting episode, Sylvie Farrington interviews Jennifer Wey Fiore, the founder of Clothes To Go, a community" free boutique "on Church St. in Vineyard Haven, MV. Jennifer shares her journey growing up on the island, her motivations for returning after college to raise her family, and the inception of Clothes To Go, which provides free clothing to those in need. The conversation explores the impact of clothing on self-esteem, the importance of community support, and the various

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51:13

Ep 30 - Dr. Mike Bellissimo and Lisa Belcastro on...

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2025/08/25

In this informative and interesting conversation, Sylvie Farrington speaks with Lisa Belcastro and Dr. Mike Bellissimo about their dedication to serving the unhoused population on Martha's Vineyard. They discuss their personal motivations for working with this community, share stories of individuals they have helped, and highlight the misconceptions surrounding homelessness. The conversation also covers the importance of mental health and addiction issues, the role of volunteers, and the

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42:11

Ep 29 - Shivi Datta and John Tau speak about their...

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2025/08/18

In this conversation, recovery coaches Shivi Datta and John Tau share their personal journeys and experiences at the Red House, a recovery support center. They discuss the importance of community, the services offered, and the challenges of stigma surrounding addiction. The conversation highlights the significance of building trust with clients and the impact of outreach efforts in the community. Success stories of individuals who have found their way back to sobriety and community are also

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Ep 28 - Sylvie's call to action to make your voice...

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2025/08/11

This weekthere will bea short break from regular episodes, and acall to action to please fill out the podcast survey. It will take less than 5 minutes of your time and you can fill it out anonymously... your feedback will help give Sylvie more clarity on where to take the show going forward. Thank you in advance for your time 🙏 next week will kick off the three part series : Vineyarders helping VineyardersPodcastsurvey, takes less than 5 min and you can be anonymous if you like

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Ep 27 - Exploring the J1 student experience on...

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2025/08/04

In this engaging podcast episode, Sylvie interviews Tina Dvali, a J1 student from the country of Georgia, who shares her experiences working on Martha's Vineyard in her third summer. Tina discusses her journey from Georgia to studying in Bulgaria and then to the U.S., the challenges and rewards of being a J1 student, and the cultural differences she has encountered. She shares her appreciation for her boss Susanna at MV Salads and the feeling of family that is a feature of sharing her work

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38:28

Ep 26 - Sarah McKay of Misty Meadows on her lifelong...

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2025/07/28

In this captivatingconversation, Sarah McKay shares her lifelong passion for horses and their therapeutic benefits. Growing up in Northern Ireland during a tumultuous time, horses provided stability and healing for her and her community. Now in the U.S., she leads Misty Meadows, a therapeutic riding center that helps individuals of all ages overcome challenges through equine-assisted therapy. The discussion highlights the importance of community, volunteerism, and the transformative power

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43:57

Ep 25 - Alex Cohen and Debbie Flinner from the Pawnee...

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2025/07/21

In this engaging conversation, Sylvie Farrington speaks with Debbie and Alex, the owners of Pawnee House, a cozy restaurant in Oak Bluffs. They discuss their love for hospitality, the challenges of opening a restaurant during COVID, and the importance of community support. The couple shares insights into their menu, which emphasizes vegan options and international flavors, and how their travels inspire their culinary creations. They share their excitement about changing summer food pop-ups

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Ep 24 - Julia Blanter on her new Martha's Vineyard...

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2025/07/14

In this engaging conversation, Sylvie interviews Julia Blanter, the author of the new Martha's Vineyard cookbook, celebrating the culinary culture of Martha's Vineyard and the individuals that play a big part in the cookbook through sharing their recipes. They discuss Julia's journey from a global citizen to settling on the island, her love for food, and the importance of local food communities. Julia shares her intentions behind the cookbook, highlighting the diversity of flavors and the

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