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Today on Boston Public Radio: We opened our lines to ask callers: are you donning a facial mask to slow the spread of the coronavirus? MIT economist Jon Gruber broke down how the recently passed stimulus bill will impact everyday Americans, and discussed what he hopes to see in any future aid packages. CNN analyst Juliette Kayyem discussed gun stores being deemed “essential” during the coronavirus pandemic, and how authorities around the world are enforcing stay-at-home policies. Medical ethicist Art Caplan answered questions about COVID-19 symptoms, and discussed why it’s important that hospitals plan for what to do if they can't keep up with demands for care. Dr. Katherine Dallow, Vice President of Clinical Programs and Strategy at Blue Cross Blue Shield, discussed what we currently understand about the coronavirus, and answered questions from callers. Ali Noorani, Executive Director for the National Immigration Forum, discussed how the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting immigrant communities and the U.S. immigration system.

Today on Boston Public Radio: We opened our lines to ask listeners: how long can do you think you can self-quarantine? Legendary actor Alan Alda discussed his “Clear+Vivid” podcast, where he recently interviewed frequent BPR contributor Sy Montgomery. Boston Globe columnist Shirley Leung discussed the unique challenges facing Boston’s undocumented immigrants amid coronavirus, and the latest on how the pandemic is affecting local small businesses. Journalist Laura Sullivan discussed "Plastic Wars,” the latest Frontline film on plastic waste and the failures of the global recycling system. Heather Goldstone, Chief Communications officer at the Woods Hole Research Center, discussed the parallels between coronavirus and the climate crisis, and whether we ought to put our conservation efforts on hold while we focus on the pandemic. CNN’s John King discussed the government’s ongoing pandemic response, and the latest on the 2020 presidential race. NBC Sports Boston reporter Trenni Kusnierek discussed the postponed 2020 Olympics and the joys of watching marble racing.

Today on Boston Public Radio: We opened our lines to talk with listeners about the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, and who you trust to provide accurate information during confusing times. Writer and physician Dr. David Katz talked about his recent New York Times piece calling for a "surgical strike” approach to limiting fallout from COVID-19. WGBH News Analyst and GroundTruth Project CEO Charlie Sennott discussed how countries around the world are handling coronavirus, and the importance of maintaining strong local journalism. Washington Post columnist EJ Dionne discussed his latest book “Code Red: How Progressives and Moderates Can Unite to Save Our Country.” We opened our lines to talk with callers about coronavirus. We aired live audio from Gov. Charlie Baker’s Monday press conference. Sen. Elizabeth Warren called in to discuss Congress’ newly passed stimulus package, and assessed Trump Administration's COVID-19 response.

Today on Boston Public Radio: We aired live audio of Charlie Baker’s Friday press conference. Boston Globe editor Brian McGrory discussed how the paper is adapting to cover the coronavirus pandemic. Dr. Clayton Dalton, an ER doctor at MGH and writer for publications like the New Yorker, discussed the challenges hospitals are preparing to face as COVID-19 cases begin to spike. Food writer Corby Kummer discussed how the pandemic is impacting the food service industry, and touted the role that grocery store clerks are playing in the current pandemic. Rep. Steve Lynch called in to talk about the emergency stimulus bill before the House on Friday. Tech writer Andy Ihnatko offered some tricks of the trade for video chatting, and discussed how social media companies are handling misinformation on COVID-19. WGBH Arts Editor Jared Bowen discussed the how local art institutions are keeping programs alive, by moving online. We opened our lines to ask: is your weekend still a weekend while you’re quarantined at home?

Food writer Corby Kummer spoke with Boston Public Radio *on Friday about the revival of 'victory gardens' during the coronavirus crisis. "Victory gardens in World War I and especially in World War II were promoted as ways to keep reserves from farms for fighting troops," he said. "And if you, the consumer, grew your own produce, you would be self-sufficient and allow the country's farmers' produce to be bought by the military and used for the war effort." Food supply anxiety during the coronavirus pandemic has caused a demand for personal gardens, Kummer noted. "Now 'victory gardens' are being revived to feed people," he said. "Even though the idea of self-sufficiency is very appealing, I would much rather be helping farmers trying to stay in business." *Kummer is a *senior editor at The Atlantic*, an award-winning food writer, and a senior lecturer at the Tufts Friedman School of Nutrition and Policy.