The Sassos talk with South Ward Councilperson Jenna Figueroa Kettenburg about her upcoming victory for the South Ward council seat, her track record, and why she can't get Frank a job issuing parking tickets. 

Taste Trenton, Trenton NJ's restaurant event featuring area restaurants in a self-guided tour throughout Trenton, has announced a 10-day event for its September showcase of culinary options in the city. Newly titled “10 Crucial Days of Dining,” the effort maintains its signature restaurant crawl elements of small sampling plates at reduced prices with a more traditional restaurant week in which patrons can go to a restaurant for a regular multi-course meal at a special price. The event is set to run Friday, September 13, through Sunday, September 22.
"General" Bernard McMullan joins the Sassos in the studio this week to explain that the expansion is in response to the requests of Taste Trenton guests who feel a single weekend is simply too short to try out all of the restaurants on the tour and want to explore more. 

Lobby Club General Manager Mike Haelig returns to talk about Uncle Nearest Master Blender Victoria Eady Butler coming to the Lobby Club, the new addition of Bellview Wines on the drink menu, why "Pat" spiked his drink, and more!
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This video was recorded the first day LaRue met Sasso!
​An instant connection!

The one and only Jeannine LaRue is in the studio this week with the Sassos. They cover a mukltitude of topics including a pop quiz lightning round Q&A! Don't miss this! 
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For every $50.00 order placed through August 31st, you'll get a chance to win a rare 20-year old bottle of Pappy Van Winkle signed by Julian Van Winkle himself! This bottle is straight from the Van Winkle family reserve to YOUR PERSONAL COLLECTION! 
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Christina and Frank Sasso discuss the fascination people have with, not only fireworks, but the amount of money they're willing to spend on them!

Allison Licitra from  IG’s @uncommon_additions visits Trenton Waves this week to share on her life, her art, her upcoming mural, and her man, the Legend, Buck!

Trenton Police also makes a surprise visit! 

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The Sassos learn all about the Trenton skating culture from this week's in studio guest, Jaclyn Duncan!

This week, Christina and Frank welcome a new sponsor:

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Trenton's hottest new coffeeshop, Slammin Brew,is in the studio this week to talk all things coffee and MORE!

Terry West is the guest co-host this week as him and Frank present Mercer County's picks for the Mercer Path Forward program. 

Headed up by Dr. Chelsey Brunson, EdD, Morph Mentoring is an organizational development corporation. They value educating businesses of all sizes and specialize in research, economic increase, organizational growth and development, culture, and charting the future by finding the necessary resources to expand your organization.

Valisha Desir, Esq, is from The Glory Firm which is a law firm that focuses on U.S. Immigration, Expungements, Labor & Employment, Consumer Fraud, and Cannabis Law in New Jersey. They are committed to providing a dynamic and informative service in excellence. 

Frank and Christina review the Capital City Philharmonic's April 20th performance of Trenton's own, George Antheil, and his Ballet Mécanique (an avant-garde masterpiece scored for 4 pianos and 11 percussionists). The CPNJ produced this event in association with the Trenton Circus. The Sassos also share on their recent trip to Kentucky and discuss the benefit to the beauty of travel.

Christina and Frank give a review of Crunch Fitness located at 2465 South Broad Street in Hamilton, NJ.

This week, Frank has a hard time understanding why people allow their dogs to roam free through a hotel lobby during breakfast, a woman gts too close to his food, and Christina finds much happiness in watching Frank possibly getting a free hotdog. 
Bryan Evans from The Father Center of NJ visits in studio this week as well. Bryan served as the senior vice president at Greater Trenton, where leads key aspects of the organization’s strategic plan including cultivating partnerships, building community engagement, championing Trenton’s economic development narrative and catalyzing key development projects and initiatives in the city. His role sees him work closely with prominent leaders in Trenton and throughout the state and with regional and national partner and board member organizations. Evans has more than 20 years of leadership experience that spans positions in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Recent positions include serving as vice president of marketing at The Goldenberg Group, vice president of outreach at Trellist Marketing & Technology, and director of public relations, publications and policy at the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce.

The Sassos announce their endorsement of Jenna Figueroa Kettenberg for South Ward Councilwoman. If you live in Trenton's South Ward, vote for her on November 5, 2024.

On the heels of their announcement, the Sasso's release a new song from one of their faithful listeners about Jenna!

Shout Outs:
Rancho Taqueria
New Castle Wine, Brunswick, GA
Kress Building, Brunswick, GA
SchroGlo Community Bar & Restaurant, Brunswick, GA
Daddy Kate's, Brunswick, GA
Schroeder's Market, Brunswick, GA
​Brunswick - Glynn Public Library, Brunswick, GA
Vampire Penguin, Brunswick, GA
Reid's Apothecary, Brunswick, GA

Jody Scarpinato from Trenton's East Coast Capital, the ONLY mortgage banker in Trenton, is in the studio today to enlighten those who are trying to get a mortgage. In this episode, Jody destroys misconceptions about getting a mortgage. This is good news if you've been trying to get a mortgage and have been unsuccessful.

Dan and Jill from the Capital City Philharmonic are back in the studio this week with the Sassos to talk about an amazing show coming up on April 20, 2024! Experience a truly extraordinary concert, where open ears and open minds unite. The centerpiece of this captivating event is George Antheil's Ballet Mécanique, an avant-garde masterpiece scored for 4 pianos and 11 percussionists. Antheil's notorious "ballet" debuted in Paris exactly a century ago, in 1924. The remarkable Roebling Wireworks Factory serves as the ideal venue to showcase the genius of Trenton’s most renowned composer. Get ready for an evening of the resounding sounds of pianos and percussion. Witness the harmonious fusion of industrial elements and themes, as everyday objects like car brake drums, lead pipes, thunder sheets and doorbells intertwine. But that’s not all! Prepare to be pleasantly surprised by additional musical delights throughout the event and performances by the Trenton Circus Squad are guaranteed to make this an unforgettable experience for all! Tickets are on sale NOW, so don't miss out!

Just a bonus episode we'd thought we'd share!
Recently, John Palma, a friend of Frank's since 1988, stopped by for a visit and take in some Trenton. During John's visit to the capital city, the long time friends had some coffee at Slammin Brew then stopped for lunch at The Station Tapas & Bar. The trip would not be complete without a visit to the studio for an episode of Trenton Waves. No, Christina is not in this episode. Consider this your warning. This episode is riddled with inside jokes - references that only these 2 understand. However, it is nice to see how people can remain friends for years without ever skipping a beat. Enjoy? 

The Sasso's give a congrats to Trenton's newest coffee shop, Slammin Brew and The Station Tapas & Bar!
Special recognition to Reggie Hallett from 1911 Smokehouse without whom there would be NO downtown!
Also, a special shoutout to Snipes on East State street in Trenton.
The Sasso's welcome Trenton Fire Department Director Ken Douglas and Firefighter Kevin Soto to the show this week. 

Frank and Christina discuss the phenomenon of people wearing pajama tops and bottoms OUTSIDE! 

Frank asks Podcastia married men for help. When in a restaurant with your wife, what is the etiquette of ordering food?

Christina loves the accents of her Pennsylvania neighbors as Frank likens them to the cast of Slingblade. 

Terry West stops by the studio with a quiche, his job description, Sly Stallone's art installation, and his spirit animal.

Christina and Frank compare kid's lives today with their lives as kids. Spoiler alert - There's absolutely NO COMPARISON. 

John Snee, from Trenton Makes Tech, Startup Grind, One Million Cups, and U-Limo, visits the studio this week to talk about Trenton Startups and many other business opportunities for Trentonians and the world. 

THIS WEEK:
Frank talks about a run-in with a listener at a recent trip to the Trenton DMV.

Christina shares the difference between the Trenton DMV and the one in Lawrenceville. 

Bubba Walsh and OTC's Tobi Richardson join Christina and Frank in the studio on this episode and address a recent episode calling out the musical styling habits of Bubba's band and find out about the magic that is Toby from the band OTC.

PLUGS:
Bubba Walsh
www.OnlyJams.com
https://www.instagram.com/onlyjamsmusic

Tobi Richardson
https://www.instagram.com/tobi.otc

OTC
https://www.instagram.com/otc_collectivewww.instagram.com/otc_collective

Pisces Pub Crawl
https://www.instagram.com/p/C4GV32JrXuA
Wednesday March 13, 2024
4pm - 6pm

THIS WEEK:
Frank talks about getting "hit on" by a waitress.

The Sassos expose the homeless trio SCAM on Route 29 in front of Coopers in Trenton and offer advice on what YOU can do about it.

Donna Maywar joins Christina and Frank in the studio on this episode and shares all things love, life, Classics Bookstore, and the pursuit of happiness. 

Follow her on Instagram at:
https://www.instagram.com/donnaclassics