Rhode Island Monthly Summer Guide 2020 | Page 71

Ear Rhody Be it podcast or music, here’s what to listen to while taking a leisurely stroll or drive around Little Rhody. RI-THEMED PODCASTS Crimetown Season 1 of this critically acclaimed serial documentary podcast examines the symbi- otic relationship between organized crime and politics in Providence, Rhode Island, with special focus on former mayor, Buddy Cianci (a.k.a. the Prince of Providence) as well as the Patriarca Crime Family. Episode length: About 20–30 mins. How to listen: crimetownshow.com, iTunes and Spotify Wicked Rhody Hosted by Mary Larsen, former host of “the Rhode Show,” and local social media influ- encer, Benjamin DeCastro, Wicked Rhody is a podcast that discusses Rhode Island’s arts and entertainment scene. Episode length: About 20 mins How to listen: iTunes PLUS: If you can’t get enough of this sub- ject, also check out the Doctor Broad by Barbara H. Roberts. The novel intimately details the authors’ experience as the first female cardiologist to practice in Rhode Island as well as her close relationships with members of the New England Mafia, including Raymond Patriarca. “Summertime in Rhode Island” by Someday Providence RI-THEMED PLAYLIST “Rhode Island is Famous for You” by Blossom Dearie “Sweet Rhode Island Red” by Ike and Tina Turner “My Little Rhode Island” by Katie Riley It’s WILD Here. SouthwicksZoo.com Located at Southwick’s Zoo, Galliford’s offers N.E. comfort food in a relaxed upscale setting. Gallifords.com YOUR ULTIMATE SUMMER GUIDE 2020     69