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Coming up Friday on BPR, live from the BPL:
Former Washington Post columnist Ruth Marcus
Live Music Friday with Livingston Taylor
Massachusetts Convention Center Authority Interim Executive Director John Barros
Recent segments
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Future Of SNAP Benefits Uncertain As Government Shutdown Continues
As the longest government shutdown in U.S. history enters its fifth week, the future of federal food assistance remains uncertain. -
All Revved Up: 'Green Book' Presents A Whitewashed Version of History
Rev. Irene Monroe said the film, which is about the relationship between a black pianist and his white driver and bodyguard, is overly reliant on the trope of the "white hero." -
Can Poetry Help Us Create Meaning Out Of Despair?
Poet Richard Blanco highlighted his favorite works by poet Ada Limón, which are united by a common theme of searching for meaning in "seeming oblivion." -
AG Healey On Priest Sex Abuse: 'We Cannot Allow That Kind Of Conduct To Continue'
Healey said she is “actively reviewing” the existing policies and procedures that surround the reporting of cases of sexual misconduct. -
In New Book White House Photographer Throws 'Shade' At President Trump
After Barack Obama left Office, Pete Souza made sure he still remained a part of the national dialogue. -
Poems About Fall 'In All Its Sadness And Glory'
Richard Blanco, the nation's fifth inaugural poet, shared poems that seize on the changing of the seasons as an opportunity to reflect on death, rebirth, and the passage of time.
Listen to previous shows
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BPR Full Show 1/5: Attack On Capitol
BPR Full Show 1/5: Attack On Capitol -
Best Of BPR 1/04: Black-Owned Business In Boston & AITA
Best Of BPR 1/04: Black-Owned Business In Boston & AITA -
BPR Full Show 01/04: Sharing Is Caring
BPR Full Show 01/04: Sharing Is Caring -
Best Of BPR 1/03: Claudine Gay, Culture Wars, And The Conservatives Weaponizing DEI Efforts
Best Of BPR 1/03: Claudine Gay, Culture Wars, And The Conservatives Weaponizing DEI Efforts -
BPR Full Show 1/3: Claudine Gay Resignation
BPR Full Show 1/3: Claudine Gay Resignation