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Thursday on BPR:
Political analyst Chuck Todd
Former secretary of public safety Andrea Cabral
Jeffrey Thielman of the International Institute of New England, with Casamir, a local Haitian immigrant who recently lost her TPS status
WNYC’s Brian Leher and GBH’s Paris Alston ahead of their radio special “Haiti On The Line"
Recent segments
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Governor Baker 'Has To Be More Strict,' Says Sue O'Connell
Governor Charlie Baker has to be more direct about social distancing guidelines, regarding the novel coronavirus, says O'Connell. -
Dr. Thomas Tsai Says Boston Hospitals Have ‘Fighting Chance’ In Handling Covid-19 Spike
The Harvard professor explained several new policies hospitals are implementing to slow the spread of coronavirus. -
What To Watch While Social Distancing
For HBO subscribers Bob Thompson recommends the documentary “After Truth: Disinformation and the Cost of Fake News,” an intimate look at the impact of disinformation on real people. -
Shirley Leung: 'Recession Has Probably Already Started'
Boston's economy is taking a hit, as restaurants and hotels are forced to close. -
Bill McKibben: Social Distancing Goes Against Our Human Nature
We must follow social distancing guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19, but loneliness may follow. -
Boston Mayor Walsh Says No Plans For a Lockdown, But It Could Be Coming
Walsh said he prefers voluntarily measures to prevent spread of coronavirus but that the situation could change.
Listen to previous shows
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General Knowledge About General Stores.
Ted Reinstein from WCVB-TV’s Chronicle and Anne-Marie Dorning, an Emmy-award winning journalist, joined us to talk about their new book, New England's General Stores: Exploring an American Classic, and to compete in the news quiz. Plus, Congressman Bill Keating, Andrea Cabral, and Shirley Leung. -
Governor Baker Thinks Trump's Call To Soldier's Widow Was Disgraceful
Governor Charlie Baker joined Boston Public Radio for another edition of Ask The Governor. Plus, Alex Beam on the Man Booker Prize, Congressman Mike Capuano, and Chuck Todd. (Full Show 10/19/17) -
Astronaut Scott Kelly Tells Us What Space Smells Like
Astronaut Scotty Kelly joined us to talk about his new book, Endurance:A Yearin Space,A LifetimeofDiscovery. Plus, Brian McGrory, Juliette Kayyem, and a new study from Michael Norton. (Full Show 10/18/17) -
Bill Evans Smells Marijuana Everywhere
Police Commissioner Bill Evans Joined us to take your questions and ours on this month's Ask The Police Commissioner. Plus, medical ethicist Art Caplan on withdrawal of the drug czar nomination, Corby Cummer on the latest food trends, and CNN's John King. (Full Show 10/17/17) -
The Hollywood Fallout From Harvey Weinstein
We opened went to the phones to hear your thoughts on what you think could be the lasting effects of the revelation of Harvey Weinstein's history of sexual abuse. Plus, All Revved Up, a local and national political roundtable, and how serious should we be taking recess? (Full Show 10/16/17)
