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.
Election Insight:
Breakdown of the mayoral primary race – Paul Coogan, Gabriel Amaral, Christopher Silvia, Carlos Cesar, Michael Vandal.
Low turnout (7%), but highly engaged voters.
Flanagan’s perspective: 49% for the incumbent shows warning signs.
Campaign Lessons: Importance of connecting personally, knocking doors, being relatable.
Housing & Development: Rising costs, displacement of lifelong residents, and the need for balance in planning.
Route 79 & Waterfront Project: Flanagan’s role in lowering the highway, creating buildable land, and planning for growth.
Vision for Fall River: Arts, entertainment, museums, restaurants, music venues, and waterfront vibrancy.
Cannabis Industry:
Founding role in legal dispensaries.
Cosmopolitan dispensary (82 Hartwell St.) and Green City in Attleboro.
Focus on customer service, affordability, and cannabis as medicine.
Acting Career:
First film role with Stacey Dash (Lifetime movie).
The Roaring Game – comedy about curling, with Mickey Rourke & Rob Gronkowski.
Bad News on the Doorstep – mob drama with Sopranos cast & Chazz Palminteri.
Reflections on Public Service:
Joy of helping people.
Considering future political runs, now as a Republican.
Society & Community:
Reflections on tragic events, mental health, and community responsibility.
Importance of knowing your neighbor and restoring connection.
Closing: Appreciation for Studio B, Fall River, and the audience
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