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Amherst College's Ilan Stavans
BU School of Journalism's Brian McGrory
Axios business editor Dan Primack
“The Revs” Irene Monroe and Emmett G. Price III
Recent segments
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‘I Just Wanted To Cry, But In A Good Way’: Chef Rachel Miller On The Pandemic Success Of Lynn’s Nightshade Noodle Bar
Miller spoke about her struggle as an aspiring chef during her teenage years, up through her recent decision to implement a proof-of-vaccination requirement for patrons looking to dine indoors. -
Andrea Campbell Ramps Up Criticism Of Janey, Citing 'Missteps Or Inaction On Major Crises'
Campbell said the acting mayor has missed the mark and perpetuated misinformation around COVID-19 vaccines. -
Maria Vasco, Owner Of Boston’s First Zero-Waste Store, Welcomes Big-Name Competition
The 23-year-old entrepreneur discussed her blossoming home essentials shop Uvida during a Friday interview on “Boston Public Radio.” -
Lynn Just Allocated Half A Million Dollars Towards A Policing Alternative For Mental Health Crises. Now What?
Lynn Mayor Thomas McGee joined "Boston Public Radio" on Wednesday to talk about the ALERT program, which would be the first of its kind in Massachusetts. -
Boston Mayoral Candidate Essaibi George Would Avoid A Vaccine Mandate 'As Much As Possible'
Essaibi George dismissed allegations around her developer husband, suggesting they were politically motivated. -
The Pandemic Worsened Food Insecurity In Massachusetts. More Than 1 Million Residents Still Face Hunger.
The rise of the delta variant of COVID-19 is instilling fear and “stabilizing the need” of nutrition assistance programs.
Listen to previous shows
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Best Of BPR 2/06: Local News Is The Solution & Sen. Ed Markey Is Ready For A Fight
Today:Chuck Todd, formerly of NBC News, discusses the media's ability to hold Trump accountable.Senator Ed Markey discusses the Democratic opposition. -
Best Of BPR 2/05: Tracking Democracy With Judge Gertner & Fighting For Birthright Citizenship With Sophia Hall
Retired federal judge Nancy Gertner argues we need to take a step back and look at the pattern of Trump’s behavior in the context of authoritarian playbooks, not just individual executive orders. And, she tells us about her work with State Democracy Defenders.And, we zoom in on one issue with Sophia Hall of the Lawyers for Civil Rights, challenging Trump’s order to get rid of birthright citizenship on behalf of pregnant undocumented women who fear their children will be born without a state. -
BPR Full Show 2/5: Challenging Birthright Citizenship
Jared Bowen, GBH executive arts editor, discussed this year's local Super Bowl adsNancy Gertner, retired federal judge, weighed in on the legality of Trump's myriad executive actionsKelly Beatty of Sky & Telescope on space exploration under Trump/MuskSophia Hall, deputy litigation director for Lawyers for Civil Rights, discussed their lawsuit on behalf of undocumented pregnant women challenging Trump's efforts to end birthright citizenship -
Best Of BPR 2/04: Healey's 'Fair Share' Plan For The MBTA & Josh Kraft Is Running For Mayor
Today:Gov. Healey announced plans to fill a $700 million shortfall in the MBTA’s budget with income from the Fair Share Amendment, also known as the millionaire's tax. We talk transit with former state rep Bill Straus -- who chaired the House transportation committee on Beacon Hill -- and former assistant transportation secretary Chris Dempsey, now of urban planning firm Speck Dempsey.And, GBH reporter Adam Reilly attended Josh Kraft's campaign launch event Tuesday so you didn't have to. He debriefs us on the Boston mayoral race as it shapes up. -
BPR Full Show 2/4: Margery's Lucky Revenge
Trenni Casey discussed the upcoming Super BowlFormer Rep. Straus + Chris Dempsey on Mayor Wu vs. Josh Kraft's stance on transportation in BostonLee Pelton of the Boston Foundation discussed the national threats to nonprofits, DEIGBH's Adam Reilly spoke about Josh Kraft's mayoral run announcement CNN's John King discussed the latest in national politics.
