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BPR is on tape Aug. 11-15. We'll be back live on Monday, Aug. 18 with:
Amherst College's Ilan Stavans
Film critic Odie Henderson
Political commentator and author Robert Reich
The Revs Irene Monroe + Emmett G. Price III
Recent segments
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Sen. Markey Optimistic About Green New Deal, Despite Criticism
“We haven't had a debate in the country in 10 years on climate change, and now we have a movement building across the country on this. We have struck a nerve with the American people, with the green generation,” Markey said. -
Rep. Bill Keating On Why He's Supporting The Green New Deal
Keating joined Boston Public Radio to discuss his support for the sweeping resolution. -
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.
Listen to previous shows
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BPR Full Show 7/5: Legacy Admissions At Harvard
BPR Full Show 7/5: Legacy Admissions At Harvard -
Best Of BPR 7/5: On Challenging Legacy Admissions & Indulging In Summer Job Nostalgia
Best Of BPR 7/5: On Challenging Legacy Admissions & Indulging In Summer Job Nostalgia -
Best of BPR 6/30: SCOTUS' "One-Two Punch" To The Nation
Best of BPR 6/30: SCOTUS' "One-Two Punch" To The Nation -
BPR Full Show 6/30: The Final Rulings
BPR Full Show 6/30: The Final Rulings -
Best of BPR: SCOTUS Reverses Affirmative Action In Higher Ed
Best of BPR: SCOTUS Reverses Affirmative Action In Higher Ed