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NPR’s Eric Deggans
Live Music Friday with musicians performing at this year’s Charles River Jazz Festival
Former federal judge Nancy Gertner
Environmentalist Bill McKibben
Media maven Sue O’Connell
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How Do You Explain The Attacks In Paris To Your Children?
This morning, just days after a series of terror attacks killed 120 and injured hundreds more in Paris, French President François Hollande declared his… -
Boston Mayor Marty Walsh Joins Boston Public Radio For "Ask The Mayor"
Boston Mayor Marty Walsh joined Boston Public Radio for his monthly segment, "Ask the Mayor," to take our questions and yours on everything from IndyCar… -
In Response To Bella Bond Investigation, Baker Expects To Roll Out New DCF Policies By Thanksgiving
After negotiations with SEIU 509—the union that represents social workers in Massachusetts—Governor Charlie Baker expects to release updated and reformed… -
Congressman Seth Moulton On Narrowing The Divide Between Veterans And The Rest Of Us
Less than one percent of the American population makes up today’s military.For the majority of us when we talk about boots on the ground, about surges,… -
Elections in Myanmar "A Step Forward In A Long Journey To Democracy"
For the first time in decades, voters in Myanmar—which, until a few years ago, was ruled by a military junta—cast their votes in a nationwide election… -
Listen: A Very Jazzy News Quiz With Robert Pinsky And Laurence Hobgood
If jazz music is poetry in motion, then Robert Pinsky and Laurence Hobgood—a poet and jazz pianist, respectively—take it to a whole other level. They've…
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BPR Full Show 5/29/2019: The Democratic Primaries Cometh
Today on Boston Public Radio: Special Counsel Robert Mueller issued his first public address since the release of his report on Russian interference in the 2016 election. We broadcast his remarks, and then asked our listeners for their thoughts. Chairman of the Democratic National Committee Tom Perez discussed the upcoming primaries, voting cybersecurity, and more. As the death toll on Mount Everest hits a four year high, some are wondering if the Nepalese government should begin to limit the number of permits it issues to climbers hoping to summit the world’s highest peak. Medical ethicist Arthur Caplan weighed in. Harvard Business School professor Mike Norton shared his latest research on the ‘ask-braggart’: the technique of asking someone a question just as a way to talk about themselves. Then we opened up the lines and asked listeners if they’ve experienced this in their own lives. Animal behaviorist Sy Montgomery explained how climate change is threatening Bengal tigers. WGBH executive arts editor Jared Bowen reviewed a new musical at the A.R.T. about the Arab Spring, “We Live In Cairo,” and other arts and cultural events around town. -
BPR Full Show 5/28/2019: Soybeans, Bitcoin, and School Lunch
Today on Boston Public Radio: We asked listeners about Red Sox player Bill Buckner, who passed away over the weekend. Was he unfairly defined by a single moment? NBC Sports Boston anchor and reporter Trenni Kusnierek also discussed Buckner and other top news in sports. A federal judge is blocking Trump from building parts of his border wall. Ali Noorani, Director of the National Immigration Forum, shared his analysis. Is Trump’s latest aid package for farmers affected by his trade policies going to be enough? Food writer Corby Kummer explained. We spoke to the team behind the new documentary film “Eat Up,” which looks at an effort to bring healthier food to Boston Public Schools. John King, CNN’s Chief National Correspondent and host of “Inside Politics,” went over the latest national political news. Author Ben Mezrich discused his new book “Bitcoin Billionaire: A True Story of Genius, Betrayal, and Redemption.” -
U.S. Farmers Feel Heat From Trump Tariffs
Food writer Corby Kummer believes that, despite promised bailouts to affected farmers, the administration's trade policies have inflicted lasting damage on the American agricultural industry. -
BPR 05/27: Full Show Post: Memorial Day
The full broadcast of Boston Public Radio from Monday, May 27th, 2019. -
BPR 05/24 Full Show Post: Ask The Mayor
The full broadcast of Boston Public Radio from Friday, May 24th, 2019.