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Ballot Question 7 Debate
Senator Ed Markey
Rebecca Winter of Mass 50501
Recent segments
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Will The Pope's Visit Spur Criminal Justice Reform?
As part of his historic visit to the United States this week, Pope Francis will be traveling from one extreme of American power—the hallowed chambers of… -
Rep. Stephen Lynch On $500 Million Effort To Train Moderate Syrian Fighters: "It's Pathetic"
Last week, General Lloyd Austin of U.S. Central Command told Congress that a $500 million effort to arm and train moderate Syrian rebels had yielded a… -
Shakespeare, Not Stirred
“But soft! What light through yonder window breaks? It is the east, and a cold, dry martini is the sun.” That’s a line from Shakespeare, of course,… -
Governor Baker On Green Line Extension: "There's Something That's Not Right Here"
Governor Charlie Baker is not committed to following through with the Green Line extension if it will run significantly over budget, he said on Boston… -
BPD Commissioner Bill Evans: Uber 'Out and Out Lied' About Safety Inspections
Boston Police Commissioner William Evans says that the ride-hailing service Uber “out and out lied” to him about performing safety inspections on their… -
New 'Smart Pill' Raises Ethical Questions
It happens to everyone. You’re prescribed a medication, and you forget to take it at the right time, in the right dose, or even to take it at all. This…
Listen to previous shows
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Cinema Classic Challenge: 'Psycho'
In celebration of Halloween, we watch Pyscho this month for our Cinema Classic Challenge. We opened the lines to hear if you still think this 1960 classic holds up. Plus, medical ethicist Art Caplan, Rep, Steve Lynch, Walt Willet on his new nutrition book, and food critic Corby Cummer. (Full Show 10/31) -
Mueller's Indictments
Joanna Weiss and Jack Sullivan joined us to discuss the bombshell that was today's indictments from Mueller's Russian investigation. Plus, All Revved Up, Charlie Sennott, Richard Blanco, and TV expert Bob Thompson. (Full Show 10/30/17) -
A Spooky News Quiz
David Berger-jones and Caitlin Johnston from Cambridge Historical Tours joined us for a spooky news quiz. Plus, Emily's Rooney's famous list, Shirley Leung on Amazon, The French Ambassador to the US, and Andy Ihnatko on the new iPhone. (Full Show 10/27/17) -
Attorney General Maura Healey Answers Your Questions On The Opiate Crisis
Attorney General Maura joined us to answer your questions and ours in another edition of Ask The Attorney General. Plus, Alex Beam, Andrea Cabral, and Meet The Press' Chuck Todd. -
The Worlds Best New Invention: Low Fat Pig
Medical ethicist Art Caplan joined us to discuss the ethics of a new creation from Chinese scientists, a low body fat pig that could produce low-fat bacon. Plus, Juliette Kayyem on the latest Russian investigation developments, Paul Reville on the MCAS, and Renee Landers on all things SCOTUS. (Full Show 10/25/17)
