Today on Boston Public Radio:
Charlie Sennott talked about the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan, and ISIS-K’s attacks on the Kabul airport and a nearby hotel that killed as many as 170 people and injured at least 200. Sennott is a GBH News analyst and the founder and CEO of The GroundTruth Project.
Then, we talked with listeners about the recent attacks in Afghanistan, and President Joe Biden’s handling of the evacuation.
Dr. Daniela Lamas discussed the toll of COVID-19 on hospitals, and how TV medical dramas can provide opportunities to educate viewers about the world of medicine. Lamas is a contributing opinion writer for The New York Times, a pulmonary and critical-care physician at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and a co-producer on the TV medical drama “The Resident.”
Andy Ihnatko shed light on the role of social media in the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan, including new security measures Facebook and Twitter have taken to increase security and protect Afghans. Ihnatko is a tech writer and blogger, posting at Ihnatko.com.
Marin Alsop and Tracy K. Smith talked about the Global Ode to Joy Project, celebrating Beethoven’s 250th birthday. Smith read part of her new lyrics for “Ode to Joy,” and Alsop talked about her experiences as a woman in orchestral conducting. Smith is a former U.S. Poet Laureate. Alsop is a conductor, violinist and creator of the Global Ode to Joy Project.
Callie Crossley weighed in on the controversy surrounding “Jeopardy!” after newly-selected host Mike Richards stepped down. She also critiqued the hypocrisy of conservative media outlets spreading anti-mask and anti-vaccine views while requiring masking and vaccinations for employees. Crossley hosts GBH’s Under the Radar and Basic Black.
Michelle Caldeira and John Huet told listeners about Boston Uncornered, a new initiative aimed at helping gang members go back to school. They also spoke about the organization’s public art exhibit featuring portraits of former gang members, business leaders, and Boston’s mayoral candidates. Caldeira is the co-founder of Boston Uncornered. Huet is a renowned celebrity photographer best known for his portraits of professional athletes.
