Episodes
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It's the Heat (And The Humidity)
How hot is it? Pretty hot, GBH Meteorologist Dave Epstein said, but it's the humidity that will ultimately get you. He joins Paris and Jeremy, who is back from parental leave, to discuss. -
'One Inch from a Potential Civil War'
Increasing extremism and political violence are raising red flags for UMass Lowell security studies Prof. Arie Perliger, an expert on extremism. He joins Jeremy to discuss what the weekend shooting of former President Donald Trump means now. -
Building Stuff with Nehemiah Mabry
To get the next generation of engineers interested and engaged in STEM fields, Nehemiah Mabry, also known as Dr. Nee, is trying something new: A Twitch livestream exploring problem-solving, engineering, and fun with science. He joins Paris to talk about it. Find his livestreams at twitch.tv/novabuildingstuff. -
Inside the New Migrant Shelter in Chelsea
The former Soldiers' Home in Chelsea is now a temporary shelter for homeless and migrant families. GBH's Marilyn Schairer got a look inside, and spoke with some of the people staying there. Plus: Dave Epstein has tips for summer lawn care. -
What's In the Bond Bill?
The Mass. state senate is about to vote on a $3 billion bond bill that includes spending on lab-grown meat, ticket pricing, and life sciences spending. So what's in the bond bill and what's next? GBH's Katie Lannan joins Paris to break it down. -
Who the Never Trumpers Are Voting For
Republican voters who identify as Never Trumpers are in a precarious position in this election. Former Massachusetts GOP Chair Jennifer Nassour joins Paris to talk about who she is leaning toward. Plus: Why does humidity feel so awful? GBH's meteorologist Dave Epstein explains. -
If Not Biden, Who?
President Joe Biden has said that he's staying in the presidential race. But that's not stopping other Democrats from talking about what would happen if he does decide to step aside. Rep. Seth Moulton joins Paris to talk about the party's "deep bench" and how, exactly, a new nominee could be chosen. -
Wake Up Well: The Mental Health of Activists
Ask anyone who spends their time fighting for something to change: Revolution does not come easy. So what happens when one grows tired of fighting? Craig Andrade, associate dean of practice and director of the Activist Lab at Boston University’s School of Public Health, talks to Paris about how activists can care for their own health and well-being while working towards a better world. -
Two Years, Nine Plays
Local playwright Mfoniso Udofia is undertaking an epic project: Tracking the life of a Nigerian-American family, and what it means to live the Nigerian dream, over nine plays put on over two years. She joins Paris to talk about her inspiration and bringing her plays to different communities. -
The Massachusetts Man Vying for Nathan's Hot Dog Glory
Massachusetts high school teacher Geoffrey Esper is going for glory: Victory at the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest. Plus: Edgar B. Herwick III of GBH's Curiosity Desk joins Paris for Independence Day trivia.
