The Bobby Couto Show

The Bobby Couto Show

Welcome to The Bobby Couto Show, where every episode is a journey into the heart of community, personal growth, and the stories that shape us. Host Bobby Couto brings his unique perspective and engaging style to conversations with a diverse array of guests, from legends to rising stars. Dive into compelling discussions on leadership, purpose, and the moments that define us. Whether you're looking for inspiration, a sense of community, or just great storytelling, 'The Bobby Couto Show' has something for everyone. Join us, subscribe, & become part of a movement that believes all roads lead here.

Episodes

September 28, 2025 105 mins
  • Making It Rain
  • Episode 99 of The Bobby Couto Show, where host Bobby Couto chats with the charismatic Fall River Councilman Shawn Cadime. Get ready for laughs, life stories, and local insights—it's like hanging out with old friends! (Psst... Episode 100 is just around the corner—stay tuned for something epic!)
  • Meet the Guest Star: Shawn Cadime, a true Fall River lifer, shares his journey from a kid struggling in school to bec...
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  • Episode 99 of The Bobby Couto Show, where host Bobby Couto chats with the charismatic Fall River Councilman Shawn Cadime. Get ready for laughs, life stories, and local insights—it's like hanging out with old friends! (Psst... Episode 100 is just around the corner—stay tuned for something epic!)
  • Meet the Guest Star: Shawn Cadime, a true Fall River lifer, shares his journey from a kid struggling in school to becoming the first...
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September 24, 2025 48 mins

Episode 98: A Conversation with Louis Melim

Louis Melim talks about his Azorean roots, military service, HR career, and passion for revitalizing Fall River. Topics include waterfront development, housing, infrastructure, education, homelessness, and cultural events

Born 1951 in Azores; family from Madeira. Immigrated to Taunton, chose Fall River. Served 6 years in Navy (Vietnam era), degrees from Boston University, taught high school...

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September 24, 2025 49 mins

Episode 98: Louis Melim

    • Born 1951 in Azores (Santa Maria), parents from Madeira
    • Immigrated to Taunton, settled in Fall River
    • Served 6 years in Navy (Vietnam era), aircraft carrier aviation
    • Boston University degrees, taught high school, 25 years in HR
  • Political Motivation

    • Ran for mayor previously, now running for City Council
    • Seeks to reverse city stagnation through consensus-building
    • Advocates fair, inclusive development
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Who’s Your Neighbor? Episode 97 – Guest: William Flanagan, 42nd Mayor of Fall River

  • The Show’s Purpose: Exploring the “absolute” – from rock bottom to the pinnacle – finding light through struggle.

  • Politics & People: Why the podcast highlights local politicians as human beings, neighbors, and members of the community.

  • Fall River Media Past & Present: From the Herald News & WSAR to today’s lack of local coverage.

  • Electio...

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Who’s Your Neighbor? Episode 97 – Guest: William Flanagan, 42nd Mayor of Fall River

  • Host Intro: Bobby shares his story – born and raised in Fall River, family roots in the Azores, journey from marriage/divorce to podcasting.

  • The Show’s Purpose: Exploring the “absolute” – from rock bottom to the pinnacle – finding light through struggle.

  • Politics & People: Why the podcast highlights local politicians as human beings, neighbors,...

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Episode 96: Unlocking The Absolute Potential with Cliff Ponte JR.

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Host Bobby Couto interviews Cliff Pont, exploring his journey from a determined teen to a successful entrepreneur and city councilor. They discuss politics, business, personal growth, and community impact in Fall River.

Guest Bio:

Cliff Pont: Fall River City Councilor, entrepreneur owning Keller Williams brokerage, New York Bagel, Al Mac's Diner, an...

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Episode 96: Unlocking The Absolute Potential with Cliff Ponte JR.

Episode Overview:

Host Bobby Couto interviews Cliff Pont, exploring his journey from a determined teen to a successful entrepreneur and city councilor. They discuss politics, business, personal growth, and community impact in Fall River.

Guest Bio:

Cliff Pont: Fall River City Councilor, entrepreneur owning Keller Williams brokerage (195 agents), New York Bagel (6 locatio...

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September 13, 2025 61 mins

Episode 95

Mayor Paul Coogan 

-Welcome to show

-In the beginning and a lifetime of service to education.

-Advice from the mayor.

-2016 Joining the school committee team. 

-Durfee High School and its vocational opportunities. 

-2019 and a new Mayor with Covid and Cannabis industries.

-Where's the cannabis money?

-The Covid crisis.

-The residual of Covid.

-The Flint Village.

-Steward Health Care goes bankrupt..

-New opportunities with Northea...

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September 13, 2025 60 mins

Episode 95

Mayor Paul Coogan 

-Welcome to show

-In the beginning and a lifetime of service to education.

-Advice from the mayor.

-2016 Joining the school committee team. 

-Durfee High School and its vocational opportunities. 

-2019 and a new Mayor with Covid and Cannabis industries.

-Where's the cannabis money?

-The Covid crisis.

-The residual of Covid.

-The Flint Village.

-Steward Health Care goes bankrupt..

-New opportunities with Northeast u...

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September 10, 2025 58 mins

Episode 94 

Fall River City Councilman Andrew Raposo

-Welcome to the show.

-Where it all started.

-Born in the Flint Village.

-Teaching, Coaching sports and becoming the principal.

-Why the government?

-On the first day.

-What are your favorite eats. 

-Successful relations have purpose.

-Whats going on with the incinerator?

-Graffitti clean up.

-The Broken window theory.

-Andrew meets teenaged Andrew.

-Rolling up the sleeves. 

-What are you most ...

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September 9, 2025 58 mins

On this episode of The Bobby Couto Show, we sit down with Fall River City Councilman Andrew Raposo for a real, unfiltered conversation about leadership, community, and the future of our city. 🇺🇸

From growing up in the Flint Village to becoming a teacher, coach, and principal—Andrew’s journey is one of purpose and perseverance. We get into:
✅ Why he chose government service.
✅ The incinerator debate & graffiti cleanup.

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September 8, 2025 75 mins

Episode 93 

Niki Fontaine

A Never Ending Journey. 

-The Fall River reporter interview.

-Where it all started. 

-The Sports injury.

-The opioid addiction. 

-The art of deception. 

-The night of the accident. 

-The First detox. 

-The Absolute moment. 

-The VH-1 experience 

-The perpetual support idea. 

-The Massachusetts opioid settlement.

-The AI video. 

-Project reconnect. 

-F.A.S.T

-Who do you support people who refuse it. 

-Homeless tracking. 

-24 ...

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September 7, 2025 76 mins

Episode 93 

Niki Fontaine

A Never Ending Journey. 

-The Fall River reporter interview.

-Where it all started. 

-The Sports injury.

-The opioid addiction. 

-The art of deception. 

-The night of the accident. 

-The First detox. 

-The Absolute moment. 

-The VH-1 experience 

-The perpetual support idea. 

-The Massachusetts opioid settlement.

-The AI video. 

-Project reconnect. 

-F.A.S.T

-Who do you support people who refuse it. 

-Homless tracking. 

-24 h...

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September 2, 2025 129 mins

🔹 Episode Overview

Episode 91 is nothing short of explosive. Jessica Machado sits down with Bobby for a no-holds-barred conversation that’s equal parts inspiring, raw, and entertaining. From her early battles in politics to rebuilding her voice in the media, Jessica proves what it means to fight for your truth and never back down.

This episode is about courage, controversy, and carving your own path—Jessica tells it exactly how it i...

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September 1, 2025 129 mins

Episode 91

With Jessica Machado 

-Welcome to the Show Jessica.

-Growing thicker skin.

-Where it all Started. Let's go all the way back.

-Never giving up._

-Unlocking Pandora's box.

-Navigating through all the wokeness.

-The highs and lows of this business.

-The success of your X (twitter) account.

-Erin has great hair.

-2019 and the school committee run.

-The work and effort to rebuild the brand.

-What's your process?

-The Besties.

-...

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In this exclusive episode, Christopher Silvia sits down with Bobby Couto to make a surprising and powerful announcement: his decision to officially withdraw from the 2025 Fall River mayoral race.

Christopher opens up about the thought process behind his choice, the personal and professional factors that influenced his decision, and what this means for both his future and the city of Fall River.

  • Christopher Silvia’s journey into t...

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In this exclusive episode, Christopher Silvia sits down with Bobby Couto to make a surprising and powerful announcement: his decision to officially withdraw from the 2025 Fall River mayoral race.

Christopher opens up about the thought process behind his choice, the personal and professional factors that influenced his decision, and what this means for both his future and the city of Fall River.

  • Christopher Silvia’s journey into t...

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Episode 90

Rob Serpa Mission 22

-The growth of the show

-Rob Serpa welcome to show

-What is Mission 22?

-Check on a veteran 

-How we reach the soldiers 

-The need for volunteers

-Why a mortgage company is the smart move. 

-Finding love on the Bumble App.

-Raising winners.

-The journey of a soldier.

-A moment of truth.

-Running is a way of life.

-Providing housing for veterans.

-Working with the local government to help support the needs.

-Fair exp...

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August 25, 2025 68 mins

Episode 90

Rob Serpa Mission 22

-The growth of the show

-Rob Serpa welcome to show

-What is Mission 22?

-Check on a veteran 

-How we reach the soldiers 

-The need for volunteers

-Why a mortgage company is the smart move. 

-Finding love on the Bumble App.

-Raising winners.

-The journey of a soldier.

-A moment of truth.

-Running is a way of life.

-Providing housing for veterans.

-Working with the local government to help support the needs.

-Fair exp...

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