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Former Boston Globe editor Brian McGrory
Food policy analyst Corby Kummer
Boston Medical Center’s Dr. Katherine Gergen Barnett & Beautiful Way Foundation's Tamika Jackson
Chef Ken Oringer
Recent segments
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All Revved Up: 'White Supremacy And White Nationalism Are Rising'
Another hate crime rattled a synagogue this weekend, leaving one woman dead and others injured. Reverend Irene Monroe and Reverend Emmett Price say this shooting fits into a pattern of white nationalist violence. -
Bill Galvin Expects Mass. To Be Safe From 2020 Election Interference
The secretary of state touted his success in keeping the state safe in 2016, and is confident he'll be able to do it again in the next election. -
Rep. Ayanna Pressley Calls For Trump Impeachment, Says Mueller Report Provides Grounds
In response to the release of the redacted Mueller report, Rep. Ayanna Pressley has renewed her call to impeach President Donald Trump. -
Rep. McGovern On AG Barr's Assessment Of Mueller Report: 'I Don't Trust Him'
Following the release of the redacted Mueller report Thursday, Rep. Jim McGovern told WGBH News he “doesn’t trust” U.S. Attorney General William Barr’s assessment that there was “no collusion” between Russia and the Trump campaign in the lead up to the 2016 election. -
All Revved Up: Cambridge's N-Word Controversy Falls In Much Larger Context
A teacher at Cambridge Rindge and Latin High School is under investigation after a controversial panel involving the use of a racial slur. -
US and Britain Need To 'Wake Up' To Russian Meddling In Democracy, Charles Sennott Says
Charles Sennott of The GroundTruth Project said the two countries need to come together to prevent further Russian influence campaigns.
Listen to previous shows
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BPR Full Show 10/11: In The Eye Of The Hurricane
We opened the lines to discuss on why we can't turn the TV off to hurricane coverage. Paul Reville on a new federal class action lawsuit against 40 colleges, accusing them of conspiring to overcharge on tuition.Andrea Cabral on Fox News’ official misinformation fact sheetCorby Kummer reflected on Barbara Lynch restaurant closuresShirley Leung on ballot question 5 AITA for cancelling streaming services when my husband doesn't clean? We discussed with listeners -
Best Of BPR 10/09: Popcorn Finance & Harris' Media Blitz
Today:In Somerville, bomb threats forced workers at the public library to cancel a children’s reading event featuring local drag queens. NBC10's Sue O’Connell discusses that story, Trump’s close relationship with Putin, and Kamala Harris' media blitz before Nov. 5. And financial consultant Chris Browning is host of Popcorn Finance, a snackable podcast series designed to help the average person get a leg up on their finances. Chris joins us to share some keys to financial success and stability. -
BPR Full Show 10/9: Dude, Don't Fact Check Me
We opened the lines to continue the discussion about Hurricane Milton. GBH's Jared Bowen discussed his star turn in Nassim, tonight. And, Schlock & Awe at the CoolidgeNBC10's Sue O'Connell discussed the Harris campaign's media blitz, AG Campbell joining suit against TikTok, Boston Globe advice/relationship columnist Meredith Goldstein discussed her latest, including a submission from a man who no longer wants his wife to dress him.Chris Browning, host of Popcorn Finance & Men's Health columnist, discussed his bite-sized financial advice lessons.We ended the show talking about people who casually correct you -
BPR Full Show 10/8: Among the Vegetables
Hurricane Milton is barreling towards the west coast of Florida, barely two weeks after Hurricane Helene left a path of destruction in the same area. We asked listeners how this natural disaster-riddled autumn is shaping their views on climate change. NBC Sports Boston anchor/reporter Trenni Casey discusses the Patriots in disarray, and the latest on the NCAA settlement that would allow players to be paid through revenue sharing.Boston Mayor Michelle Wu joins for Ask The Mayor. We talk to her about ballot questions, rat control, commercial taxes and more.CNN's John King joins remotely to discuss national politics.Then, we talk about the vegetable and you. What's your favorite way to prepare the humble tuber, broccoli or lettuce? -
Best Of BPR 10/7: For Maya Roman, Every Day Is Oct. 7 & Ilan Stavans On Shared Grief
Today:We mark one year since Hamas terrorists from Gaza invaded Israel, killing more than 1,000 Israelis, and taking 250 hostage. In the 12 months since, Israel’s military response has resulted in more than 40,000 deaths of Palestinians – the majority civilians. We talk with Maya Roman, a relative of one of the hostages, Carmel Gat, who was killed in August in captivity. And, we reflect with Amherst College professor Ilan Stavans about the shared grief for Israelis, Palestinians and the world at large… but we’ll also appreciate a little joy. Tomorrow, Ilan publishes his great new Jewish-Mexican cookbook: Sabor Judio.