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Coming up Wednesday on BPR, live from the BPL:
Historian Doris Kearns Goodwin
National security expert Juliette Kayyem
NAACP’s Michael Curry
Food policy expert Corby Kummer
Recent segments
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BPS superintendent optimistic about on-time buses as new school year begins
Boston Public Schools Superintendent Mary Skipper also addressed criticism from the education commissioner. -
North Shore native makes waves in music industry with soulful lyrics
Hayley Reardon released her latest EP "Changes". Her journey began at a young age, influenced by Boston's music scene. -
What to see for $4 on National Cinema Day
The big draw for National Cinema day is the $4 ticket prices. -
A 12-foot tall symbol of hope is beginning her US journey in Boston
Amal Walks Across America is a collaboration between the American Repertory Theater, The Walk Productions, Handspring Puppet Company and Harvard University. -
Providing a 'humanitarian welcome' for new migrants
Moving asylum seekers into the workforce can relieve burdens on the shelter system. -
AG Campbell on a new Elder Justice Unit and immigrant work authorization permits
A new Elder Justice Unit in the Office of the Attorney General aims to remove "silos" in elder care
Listen to previous shows
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Best Of BPR 9/18: A BPR Busing Panel
Today:We talk with two people who were bused in the city of Boston -- a decision 50 years ago with lasting impacts -- Michael Curry, later head of the Boston NAACP, and Kim Janey, who would go on to become the city’s first Black, first female Mayor. Joining them in conversation is Ted Landsmark, whose image came to define the moment by way of the Pulitzer Prize winning photo “The Soiling of Old Glory.” He’s now a distinguished professor at Northeastern. -
BPR Full Show 9/18: Liverwurst Ep. 2
We opened the show to get your thoughts on the threats of and actual violence this election season.GBH executive arts editor Jared Bowen discusses the return of Boston Film Fest and "Laughs in Spanish" at Speakeasy Stage.National security expert Juliette Kayyem discusses leaders around the world reacting to the potential for election violence in America and Israel's attack on Hezbollah.We host a busing panel with former mayor Kim Janey and NAACP's Michael Curry - who were both bused as children - and Northeastern Professor Ted Landsmark.The ACLU of MA executive director Carol Rose discusses the Massachusetts Election Action Plan, abortion on the ballot across the country, and the potential for SCOTUS to pick our next president.Finally, we (Jim) lament the loss of Boars Head liverwurst. -
Best Of BPR 9/17: AG Campbell On Harris' Mentorship And Addressing Hate In Schools
Today:Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell joins Jim and Margery at the BPL on September 17, 2024. -
BPR Full Show 9/17: Attorney General Q&A
Attorney General Andrea Campbell answered questions from listeners. NBC Sports Boston anchor/reporter Trenni Casey discussed Caitlin Clark's 35 point game. Media maven Sue O'Connell takes a look at Trump's misinformation campaign beyond the rhetoric around Haitian migrants in OhioCNN's John King on the latest political headlinesWe opened the lines to discuss heading back into the office -
Best Of BPR 9/16: From Laura Loomer's Lips To Trump's Ears & Fewer Black Students At College
Today:Boston University Journalism Department Chair Brian McGrory discusses the second attempt on Trump's life and Khalil Gibran Muhammad discusses how the end of race-based admissions changed college campuses this year.