{"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: Tax Hike, Juneteenth Mishap & the Stalled Forensic Audit. 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For the latest installment of Supper with the Super , we sat down with Montclair Schools Superintendent Ruth B. Turner at Turtle + the Wolf for an honest conversation about the issues residents are talking about most: the forensic audit, the Juneteenth lunch menu controversy, the search for a permanent business administrator, and the school tax increase that's moving forward despite voters rejecting Question 2. Plus, Mike accidentally becomes Montclair's unofficial tree correspondent after witnessing the removal of several large trees in the Fieldstone neighborhood—and hearing firsthand from residents who are upset about what happened. And because this is Montclair, we spend plenty of time talking about food. In this episode: Why school taxes are rising despite voters rejecting Question 2 The latest on the stalled forensic audit, business administrator search, and upcoming tech policies Updates on special education, transportation changes, and the Juneteenth lunch menu controversy The debate over tree removals in Fieldstone and Montclair's proposed tree preservation ordinance New developments in the ICE detention cases involving pastry chef Leonardo Argoti Rubio and Montclair resident Alba A look inside Montclair's food scene: Java Love's 15-year journey, the reopening of Jackie's, and Mike's review of Ani Ramen's new sushi menu New features on The Montclair Pod website, including our community events calendar Featured in this episode: Turtle + The Wolf Java Love Jackie's Ani Ramen Have a question for a future edition of Supper with the Super ? 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