{"podcast":{"title":"The Montclair Pod","slug":"the-montclair-pod-7145507","podcast_index_feed_id":7145507,"rss_url":"https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/6753786ea8461f164e67bf3a","website_url":"http://montclairpod.com","image_url":"https://assets.pippa.io/shows/cover/1733523283425-1bc2fce8-9722-407f-a136-49207b766599.jpeg","author":"Montclair Pod LLC","episode_count":81,"summary":"The Montclair Pod is an award-winning podcast that offers a deep dive into the stories, issues, and buzz shaping Montclair, NJ. Hosted by local friends—journalist and financial expert Farnoosh Torabi and MediaFeed co-founder Michael Schreiber—we’re here to explore the heart of our vibrant community with curiosity and a dose of neighborly chatter. From the latest drama in Montclair schools to the tangled web of local politics and even the mysteries of our rollercoaster real estate market, we cover the topics you’re already chatting about at the bus stop, the farmer’s market, or over a drink at Tierney’s. Each episode features thought-provoking conversations and special guests, from community leaders to movers and shakers making waves in town. This is your show, too! Share your questions, opinions, critiques, and compliments at MontclairPod.com; you might hear them on an upcoming episode. Subscribe now to The Montclair Pod and join us in spotlighting the culture, stories, and spirited debates that make Montclair more than just a town—it’s home. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-02T18:19:54.567698+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-montclair-pod-7145507"},"episode":{"title":"Supper with the Super: Cuts, Confusion and the Fight for Trust","slug":"supper-with-the-super-cuts-confusion-and-the-fight-for-trust","published_at":"2026-04-16T09:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-montclair-pod-7145507/supper-with-the-super-cuts-confusion-and-the-fight-for-trust","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-montclair-pod-7145507","url":"https://shows.acast.com/the-montclair-pod/episodes/supper-with-the-super-cuts-confusion-and-the-fight-for-trust","audio_url":"https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6753786ea8461f164e67bf3a/e/69dffbbe501ebe6715bc963a/media.mp3","summary":"In this second installment of Supper with the Super , Montclair Public Schools Superintendent Ruth B. Turner joins us for a candid, wide-ranging conversation—this time over Ethiopian comfort food at Mesob , a beloved local institution on Bloomfield Avenue. We dig into the realities behind the district’s budget crisis, the difficult decisions shaping the next school year, and what it will take to rebuild trust with families. Turner speaks openly about the pressure of the role, why transparency matters more than ever, and how she’s approaching leadership in one of Montclair’s most challenging moments. We also get specific about what parents and students can expect - from middle school consolidation and cuts to sports and clubs, to changes in language offerings, transportation, and more. Plus, we bring your questions directly to the table, covering everything from “Where’s the money?” to the forensic audit timeline, the search for a new business administrator, and whether a state monitor could still step in. Beyond the numbers, we talk about the human side of this story: the students advocating for their schools, the parents stepping up in meaningful ways, and the superintendent’s own commitment to seeing this through. Plus in this episode: A closer look at how budget cuts will impact elementary, middle, and high school students Why the “missing money” narrative persists—and what’s actually true Updates on the forensic audit and key district hires The debate over Lackawanna Plaza PILOT funds and school funding Whether another school tax vote could happen Local news, including the NJ-11 election and Renaissance Middle School deadlines A deep dive into Montclair’s oldest restaurants And a classic Montclair “One Big Thing,” from pizza debates to weekend plans Watch and subsc…","meta_description":"In this second installment of Supper with the Super , Montclair Public Schools Superintendent Ruth B. Turner joins us for a candid, wide-ranging conversat…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":4410,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-montclair-pod-7145507/episodes/supper-with-the-super-cuts-confusion-and-the-fight-for-trust/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-montclair-pod-7145507/supper-with-the-super-cuts-confusion-and-the-fight-for-trust.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}