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The Waterbury Talks

The Waterbury Talks

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 The Waterbury Talks podcast is a series of informative and inspiring conversations from The Waterbury – a public-private partnership between the City of Waterbury and several local organizations whose goal is to raise awareness and understanding of the growth in Waterbury, Connecticut. The Waterbury Talks goes deep with some of the region’s visionary people – discussing everything from their backgrounds and interests to reasons why you should join them in Waterbury.© 2025 The Waterbury Talks Economics
Episodes
  • How Darren Schwartz Is Setting the Stage for Student Success In Waterbury

    How Darren Schwartz Is Setting the Stage for Student Success In Waterbury
    Sep 11 2025

    Dr. Darren Schwartz is the Superintendent of Waterbury Public Schools – a system that educates nearly 20,000 students each year. Darren is a lifelong learner who has drawn on his experiences as a teacher, math coach, intervention specialist, principal, and community leader to lead the school system into what many describe as its most ambitious era. You’ll hear what he was like as a youngster, the bold proclamation he’s made about Waterbury education, and the question he wants to ask people who are considering a move to the city. Join in this dynamic and deep conversation, as The Waterbury Talks with Darren Schwartz.

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    57 mins
  • How Support in Waterbury Helped This Entrepreneur Build His Business

    How Support in Waterbury Helped This Entrepreneur Build His Business
    Feb 5 2025

    Terrance Myers is the CEO of Myers Medical Coding Education – a post-secondary school he founded in 2020. Myers offers online certification courses that train the next generation of medical coders in Connecticut and across the United States. Get Terrance’s opinions on upskilling professionals for in-demand jobs in healthcare, why he left New York City for Waterbury, how the Women’s Business Development Council is not just for female business owners, and the momentum happening in Waterbury that inspired him to grow his company here. It’s a compelling conversation with an impressive entrepreneur, as The Waterbury Talks with Terrance Myers.

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    25 mins
  • Why a Top Fashion Designer Set Up Her Own Studio in Waterbury

    Why a Top Fashion Designer Set Up Her Own Studio in Waterbury
    Dec 13 2024

    Susan-Jayne Caballero is a leader in the field of fashion design, textiles, and décor, with professional stints at companies like Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger. Recently, Susan-Jayne created her own brand called Sacra Indumenta – which makes bespoke garments, accessories, linens, and gowns for sacrament milestones. Hear why she chose to bring her family and business to Waterbury, what local resources helped professionalize her plans, and how she compares Waterbury to other markets like Fairfield County and New York City. It’s an articulate and inspiring conversation with some surprise answers, so sit beside us – as The Waterbury Talks with Susan-Jayne Caballero.

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    39 mins
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