Who’s Here in the Hamptons

Episode 173: This week on the “Dan’s Talks” podcast, Dan speaks with former Southampton Town Supervisor Jay Schneiderman. As the founder of the Breakers motel in Montauk and an accomplished drummer, his tenure as Southampton Town supervisor followed a stint as East Hampton Town supervisor and as the Suffolk legislator representing the South Fork. Find all the “Dan’s Talks” podcast episodes at podcasts.schnepsmedia.com/podcast/dans-papers.

Episode 172: This week on the “Dan’s Talks” podcast, Dan speaks with Judge Bernard Graham of the New York Supreme Court 2nd Judicial District and of the Kings County Surrogate’s Court. Prior to his current positions, Graham was an acting justice on the Kings County Supreme Court, a judge on the New York Civil Court of Kings County and an acting judge on the New York Family Court of Kings County. Find all the “Dan’s Talks” podcast episodes at podcasts.schnepsmedia.com/podcast/dans-papers.

Episode 171: This week on the “Dan’s Talks” podcast, Dan speaks with Zach Erdem, nationally renowned entrepreneur and Serving the Hamptons reality TV celebrity. In 2002, Erdem came to America from Turkey with barely any money to his name and no idea what his future would hold. He is now the owner of major East End restaurants and entertainment venues such as 75 Main, Blu Mar, Harpoon House and ZEY Hotel. Find all the “Dan’s Talks” podcast episodes at podcasts.schnepsmedia.com/podcast/dans-papers.

Dan Rattiner speaks with April Gornik, famous East End artist and community leader, discussing the transformation of The Church in the Hamptons into an arts center, upcoming cultural events, the parallels between genius and creativity, activities in the grand church venue, and the success of community projects.

Dan interviews Carl Johnson, coach of Bridgehampton High School's legendary Killer Bees basketball team. They discuss their historic state championship win, the challenges of playing in a small gym, and Johnson's journey from player to coach. Johnson also talks about community engagement and mentoring youth.

Episode 168: This week on the “Dan’s Talks” podcast, Dan speaks with Arielle Hessler, director of the Amagansett Free Library. Before being brought on to head her current library, the Shirley native worked as the emerging technologies librarian at the John Jermain Memorial Library in Sag Harbor. With that background, Hessler has been able to make strides in bringing the Amagansett Library into the modern, digital age. Find all the “Dan’s Talks” podcast episodes at podcasts.schnepsmedia.com/podcast/dans-papers.

Episode 167: This week on the “Dan’s Talks” podcast, Dan speaks with Richard F. White Jr., aka Dick White. The Montauk native is well established in the community, earning his nomination as grand marshal of the Montauk St. Paddy’s Parade way back in 1997. Over the years, he has served Montauk as Lighthouse Committee chairman, fire department treasurer, policeman, EMT and member of the Montauk Film Fest Advisory Board. Find all the “Dan’s Talks” podcast episodes at podcasts.schnepsmedia.com/podcast/dans-papers

Episode 166: This week on the “Dan’s Talks” podcast, Dan speaks with Susan Isaacs, a well-known novelist, essayist and screenwriter. She famously adapted her debut novel, the 1978 New York Times bestseller Compromising Positions, into the 1985 film of the same name, which was directed by Frank Perry and starred Susan Sarandon and Joe Mantegna. Find all the “Dan’s Talks” podcast episodes at podcasts.schnepsmedia.com/podcast/dans-papers.

Bruce Damark, owner of Damark’s Market, talks about the history and evolution of the family business, the challenges of running a family-owned pharmacy in Montauk, the transformation of the market to cater to diverse demographics, and the speaker's upcoming trip to Japan.

Episode 164: This week on the “Dan’s Talks” podcast, Dan speaks with Linda Willett, swan documentarian. She is a resident of East Hampton and enjoys a view of the pond, which provides an ideal spot for her to watch the village’s famous swans. From gliding gracefully across the water to pecking not-so-gracefully at automobiles, these stunning birds are well worth documenting. Find all the “Dan’s Talks” podcast episodes at podcasts.schnepsmedia.com/podcast/dans-papers.