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The Montclair Pod is your weekly deep dive into the
stories, issues, and buzz shaping our NJ town.

Hosted by three local friends and journalists, Farnoosh Torabi, Michael
Schreiber, and Alexandra Privitera, The Montclair Pod explores the
heart of our vibrant community with curiosity, humor, and a little bit of
neighborly gossip.

From the latest drama in Montclair schools to the tangled web of local
politics and the hot housing market, we cover the topics you’re already
chatting about at the bus stop, the farmer’s market, or over a beer at
Tierney’s. Each episode features conversations and special guests,
from community leaders to movers and shakers making waves in town.

But it’s not just about us—it’s your show, too! Share your questions,
opinions, (and even compliments) and you might just hear them on an
upcoming episode.

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Meet your hosts

Alexandra Privitera

A seasoned content strategist and brand builder, Ali was a key player in CNBC’s growth and commercial strategy for 15 years. Ali is passionate about democratizing financial literacy and empowering fiscal independence through education – especially for women. She believes talking about money is the best way to empower financial independence.

  • Favorite dinner spot: Home (not cooked by me, though!)
  • Favorite coffee: Paper Plane
  • Favorite workouts: Running through the various parks and Corefire in the winter

Michael Schreiber

Michael Schreiber is the president and co-founder of MediaFeed, and an Emmy and duPont winning journalist and media executive. He’s worked with the New York Times, Frontline, HBO, ABC News and NBC News. He plays keys in Bard and he and his family have called Montclair home for 15 years.

Farnoosh Torabi

Farnoosh is a seasoned financial journalist, bestselling author and the host of the Webby-winning podcast So Money. She and her family have been living in Montclair for 5 years. A Brooklyn transplant, she appreciates Montclair’s diverse cultural events, the Farmer’s Market, and many parks.