Best Boston Herald Podcasts (2024)

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Sam Pausman: Writer/Photographer, The Wrangell (Alaska) Sentinel 47:22

17h ago47:22

47:22

On relocating 4,284 miles to take his first journalism job. On working for a weekly paper in a town of 2,000 people. On making connections with folks he doesn't know in a community he doesn't know. On the joys of salmon and shrimp.

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The Search For Lost Birds With John Mittermeier 26:07

6d ago26:07

26:07

Is the Ivory-Billed Woodpecker really extinct? In today's episode, we talk with John Mittermeier, the director of the Lost Birds Program at the American Bird Conservancy. John travels the world seeking to confirm the existence or extinction of rare bird species. For more info go to searchforlostbirds.org or go to abcbirds.org. Join Catherine Greenl…

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Louis Moore: Author, "The Great Black Hope: Doug Williams, Vince Evans, and the Making of the Black Quarterback" 49:20

8d ago49:20

49:20

On the importance of Doug Williams and Vince Evans in the rise of the Black quarterback. On why sports history unfairly overlooks Vince Evans. On the scores of unknown Black QBs lost to history. On why Colin Kaepernick should be a Miami Dolphin.

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Spencer Paysinger: Writer and producer, “All American" and former NFL linebacker 41:46

15d ago41:46

41:46

On what it's like to have your life story inspire a hit TV show. On how one sheds his reputation as (solely) an athlete. On the highs and lows of Hollywood. On whether it's all worth it.

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The Straight Poop On Seabirds With Sea McKeon 24:07

20d ago24:07

24:07

Today our guest is Sea McKeon, the Marine Program Director with the American Bird Conservancy. Sea is a biodiversity scientist, an evolutionary ecologist, a marine biologist, and a natural historian. In this episode, he tells us about the incredible value of seabird poop! Join Catherine Greenleaf, a certified wildlife rehabilitator with 20 years of…

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Mirin Fader: Author, "Dream: The Life and Legacy of Hakeem Olajuwon" 56:50

22d ago56:50

56:50

On the highs and lows and mental anguish of writing a biography. On trying to convince Hakeem to sit down for a chat. On Ralph Sampson and Pete Chilcutt and basketball glory. On how one selects a subject.

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Creating A Native Garden At Your Workplace With Nancy Farwell 30:21

1M ago30:21

30:21

In today's episode, we talk with Nancy Farwell, avid native gardener and marketing and advertising sales coordinator for Northern Woodlands magazine. Nancy approached the director of Northern Woodlands about creating a native garden in the front yard of the magazine's headquarters. We talk about the process of converting a workplace lawn to a nativ…

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Michael Namikas: Author, "The Tupac Encyclopedia: Vol. 1 1:01:23

1M ago1:01:23

1:01:23

On self-publishing a 794-page opus. On how a love of Tupac Shakur drove him to a monumentally ambitious task. On how to sell an Amazon-printed book. On the legacy of a legendary artist.

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Keri Blakinger: Los Angeles Times reporter and TikTik wizard 39:45

1M ago39:45

39:45

On how TikTok works for journalists. On how to use the platform to expand readership. On the dos and don'ts of it all. On whether wearing makeup matters.

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From Wasteland To Wonder With Basil Camu 31:06

2M ago31:06

31:06

Today we speak with Basil Camu, author of the wonderful new book, From Wasteland To Wonder: Easy Ways We Can Help Heal Earth In The Sub/Urban Landscape. According to Basil, the way we currently landscape our urban and suburban landscapes is harming natural ecosystems. His book shows us easy techniques for bringing the beauty and functionality of na…

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Kyle Bandujo: Author, "Movies with Balls: The Greatest Sports Films of All Time." 50:00

2M ago50:00

50:00

On what makes a great sports movie v. an all-time great sports movie; On whether "Field of Dreams" is excellent or trash. On "Teen Wolf" and "Bull Durham" and Gary Coleman as the San Diego Padres manager.

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Ian O'Connor: Author, "Out of the Darkness: The Mystery of Aaron Rodgers" 1:01:00

2M ago1:01:00

1:01:00

On what to do when a subject agrees to talk to you after your biography is complete. On why we're fascinated by Aaron Rodgers. On whether people want to read about those they dislike. On having your flight experience a bomb threat.

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New Research Findings On Broad-Winged Hawks With Dr. Laurie Goodrich 23:12

2M ago23:12

23:12

In today's episode, we talk with Dr. Laurie Goodrich from Hawk Mountain Sanctuary in Pennsylvania about the latest findings of her satellite telemetry research into the Broad-Winged Hawk. Also included: An exciting update on HUGGER, the Broad-Winged Hawk we are sponsoring! Dr. Goodrich launched the collaborative Pennsylvania Farmland Raptor and The…

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Baxter Holmes: ESPN.com senior writer 55:35

2M ago55:35

55:35

On the deep, deep, deep dive into a subject. On being a small-town Oklahoma kid and making it big. On winning a James Beard Award. On surviving in a strange business.

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Gabrielle Starr: Boston Herald Red Sox beat writer 57:24

2M ago57:24

57:24

On transitioning from self-starting blogged to Red Sox beat writer. On the wild and wayward path to this career. On the sadness of David Ortiz's departure. On earning respect in a rough field.

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Slow Birding With Joan Strassmann 22:15

3M ago22:15

22:15

Today we speak with evolutionary biologist Joan Strassmann from St. Louis, Missouri about her brand-new book, The Slow Birding Journal. She explains why there's no need to fly to Panama to watch birds. You can enjoy bird watching in your own backyard by following some fun and easy-to-learn techniques. See The Backyard Bird Chronicles by Amy Tan at …

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Part 1 - Three Baseball Games with Dad 29:42

3M ago29:42

29:42

First Innings: Mets vs. Yankees / Father vs. Sons Middle Innings: Swinging with the Next Generation Also starring Jerry Hyman, Joel Rosenfeld, SusanGellman and Shira Slor Futterman

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Part 2 - Three Baseball Games with Dad 24:42

3M ago24:42

24:42

Late Innings: How to Survive a Storm at Shea Stadium Last Inning: Only the Mets Also starring Jerry Hyman, Joel Rosenfeld, SusanGellman and Shira Slor Futterman

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Rick Jervis: USA Today reporter and author of "The Devil Behind The Badge" 47:55

3M ago47:55

47:55

On thinking a book would take one year to complete—then having to go much, much longer. On having sex workers open up to you and your questions. On plopping down in a sink-stained motel. On the dreams/nightmares that come with crime reporting.

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Jeff Pearlman: On Tupac and having a book due in a month 35:24

3M ago35:24

35:24

I talk all things book deadline hell and Tupac hell with special host, my wife—Dr. Catherine Pearlman

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ENCORE PRESENTATION: The Benefits Of Bare-Root Plantings With Becky Brewer 18:35

3M ago18:35

18:35

ENCORE PRESENTATION: In today's episode, we talk with Becky Brewer from Prairie Moon Nursery in Minnesota about the many benefits of bare-root natives and how to plant them. Are you tired of finding Asian Jumping Worms in your soil? Tired of dealing with how to recycle plastic plant pots that can't be recycled? Bare-root plantings is the way to go!…

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Mike Curtis: Dallas Morning News Mavs beat writer 41:15

3M ago41:15

41:15

On jumping onto the Mavs beat late in their chase for a title. On life with the lowly Pistons. On his amazing LinkedIn page. On the dreams of a young scribe

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Scott Agness: Indiana Fever and Pacers beat writer, Fieldhouse Files 52:29

3M ago52:29

52:29

On the crazy joy of covering Caitlin Clark. On the highs of an Athletic gig and the lows of losing an Athletic gig. On serving as the Indiana Fever ballboy back in the day. On what keeps him writing.

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So You Want To Become A Wildlife Rehabilitator With Kai Williams 23:50

4M ago23:50

23:50

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to rescue and rehabilitate injured wildlife? Today we have as our guest Kai Williams, executive director of the International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council, an organization serving wildlife rehabilitators worldwide with educational training and networking. For more information, go to www.theiwrc.org. O…

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Ron Filipowski: Editor-in Chief, MeidasTouch.com 51:20

4M ago51:20

51:20

On how he went from being a hard-core Republican to the editor of an anti-Trump website. On what has to happen for Joe Biden to save his presidency. On what it is to think and write and write and think politics 24/7.

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Donnell Suggs: Atlanta Voice editor in chief 47:24

4M ago47:24

47:24

On life running Atlanta's largest (and only) Black newspaper. On the lengths political campaigns will go to woo Black voters. On the furious sheriff who wanted his daughter on a softball team. On the beauty of Waffle House.

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How Over-Consumption Intensifies Climate Change with Hannah Evans 24:40

4M ago24:40

24:40

Today our guest is Hannah Evans from Population Connection, a non-profit organization that promotes awareness about the impact of human population numbers on climate change and the Earth's resources. Hannah works to cultivate partnerships between Population Connection and international NGOs. Before joining Population Connection’s staff, Hannah work…

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Larry Keith: Former Sports Illustrated writer, editor 48:56

4M ago48:56

48:56

On writing a book with Digger Phelps and projecting the greatness of Clint Hurdle; on the golden era of print magazines; on Dan Jenkins and Frank Deford and Mark Kram; on watching his beloved publication morph and change; on the legendary editor who smelled of body odor.

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Annie Costabile: Chicago Sun-Times' Chicago Sky beat writer 50:25

4M ago50:25

50:25

On the rise of the WNBA; on covering Angel Reese as she blooms into a League star; on the complications of Caitlin Clark; on where women's basketball is heading.

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Making Your Yard A Quiet Oasis For Birds With Arline Bronzaft 26:58

4M ago26:58

26:58

Today our guest is Dr. Arline Bronzaft, an environmental psychologist from Quiet Communities who specializes in the effects of sound on animals like birds and people. She tells us about ways to make your yard a quiet oasis for birds and other critters. For more information, go to www.quietcommunities.org. Join Catherine Greenleaf, a certified wildl…

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Eli Saslow: Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times writer 53:58

5M ago53:58

53:58

On the intricacies of his latest article, "A Republican Election Clerk vs. Trump Die-Hards in a World of Lies." On how to convince subjects to open up to a media outlet they don't trust. On working with a photographer.

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Morgan Jerkins: New York Times bestselling author and two-time National Magazine Award winner 43:18

5M ago43:18

43:18

On Kendrick, Drake and a fool's opinion of their beef; on a beautiful piece between Black-Italian cinematic ties; on Don Lemon as a voice for inspiration; on teaching those who can't write how to write.

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Unsolved Wildlife Crimes Report With Megan Stolen 29:56

5M ago29:56

29:56

Today we have as our guest Megan Stolen, a forensic wildlife scientist from Blue World Research Institute in Florida. Megan was recently called in to evaluate a rash of unusual and suspicious pelican injuries and deaths in Brevard County. The case led to an investigation by state authorities. To make donations to the Florida Wildlife Hospital of Pa…

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Keith Law, baseball writer for The Athletic 58:42

5M ago58:42

58:42

On the joys of writing about prospects on their way up. On why Kerry Lightenberg and the 2004 Blue Jays drove him to drink. On how a non-journalist from Harvard became one of the best. On dealing with editors.

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Sarah Leach: (Wrongly fired by Gannett) Holland Sentinel executive editor 36:32

5M ago36:32

36:32

On why Gannett did what Gannett does and wrongly fired her for bullshit corporate reasons. On the importance of local media. On a bunch of crazy right-wing zealots overtaking a town's government. On the transition to Substack and the need to report.

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ENCORE PRESENTATION: The Nature Of Oaks Wth Doug Tallamy 41:46

5M ago41:46

41:46

ENCORE PRESENTATION: In today's episode, we speak with award-winning author Dr. Doug Tallamy about his new book The Nature of Oaks: The Rich Ecology Of Our Most Essential Native Trees. The native Oak tree is a keystone species and provides sustenance for hundreds of species of birds, butterflies and other creatures. Hear Doug explain the best way t…

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Hugh Ryan: Queer writer and historian, author of, "The Women's House of Detention: A Queer History of a Forgotten Prison" 52:04

6M ago52:04

52:04

On proudly being recognized as "The queer writer ...". On the Manhattan prison that inspired a book. On writing about people and issues who have been largely ignored and scorned. On writing and self-discovery.

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Curry Kirkpatrick: Legendary former Sports Illustrated, ESPN the Magazine writer 1:02:48

6M ago1:02:48

1:02:48

On the anger of Bobby Knight and the love of Christian Laettner. On why John McEnroe was a brat and why Dean Smith only gave five minutes. On the magic of Sports Illustrated in the 1960s and the splendor of Frank Deford.

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How Your Yard Influences Drought and Flood Cycles With Judith Schwartz 25:26

6M ago25:26

25:26

Today our guest is Judith Schwartz, award-winning author of the incredible book, Water In Plain Sight: Hope For A Thirsty World. Judith explains to us how trapping, slowing down and absorbing water on your property contributes to healthy small-water systems and helps decrease out-of-control flood and drought cycles in your region. To read more abou…

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Sam Amico: Hoops Wire writer, owner, Grand Puba 43:13

6M ago43:13

43:13

On finding joy in the aggregating of NBA info. On the fight for survival in the modern media landscape. On long-ago hockey fights and BYU-Wyoming games and dog sled races.

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Chris Cillizza: Longtime CNN, Washington Post/Substack political writer/guru 50:18

6M ago50:18

50:18

On whether being close to politics causes one to look less terrifyingly at politics. On whether CNN is still a worthwhile spot. On why one is better served covering sports than government. On the transition to Substack.

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Rescuing Animals During A Disaster With Dave Crawford 29:20

6M ago29:20

29:20

Today's guest is Dave Crawford, creator of the marvelous new pet rescue app phar.org, as well as the wildlife rescue app animalhelpnow.org. Dave also tells us about the devastating wildfire that destroyed his home and his neighborhood during the Marshall Fire of 2021 and how he is rebuilding his lfe. Go to phar.org and/or animalhelpnow.org. For inf…

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Tommy Tomlinson: Author, "Dogland: Passion, Glory, and Lots of Slobber at the Westminster Dog Show" 47:20

6M ago47:20

47:20

On the weird coolness of the Westminster Dog Show. On having an open mind to unique scenes and people. On why one writes a book about dogs. On writing through hell.

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Amy Gutierrez: Emmy Award-winning reporter and author of, "Smarty Marty Takes the Field" 54:33

7M ago54:33

54:33

On the word-choice decisions one must make when writing a children's book. On the (gasp!) Dodger-loving grandma who inspired a character. On why we should cut Barry Bonds a break and why Will Clark is a lovely dude. On the hyper-criticized hug of a Major League pitcher.

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The Graceful Swallow-Tailed Kite With Gina Kent 25:39

7M ago25:39

25:39

Today our guest is Gina Kent, senior scientist with the Avian Research and Conservation Institute out of Gainesville, Florida. Gina tells us all about the Swallow-Tailed Kite. For more info on the Avian Research and Conservation Institute, go to ARCInst.org. For the ARCI Eyes On Kite program, go to: https://www.arcinst.org/eyes-on-kites. For more i…

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Richard Hoffer: Former Sports Illustrated, Los Angeles Times writer 42:37

7M ago42:37

42:37

On the highs and lows of chasing around Barry Bonds for six days (and being blown off repeatedly); on what it was to cover Mike Tyson in his prime; on the death of boxing writing; on why he left the business and never looked back.

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Justin Sayles: Editor/Writer, The Ringer and creator/host of "The Wedding Scammer" podcast 1:01:44

7M ago1:01:44

1:01:44

On the lengths he went through to track down and corner a master scam artist. On whether podcasts have a future as a journalistic medium. On what happens when you don't use material from people you interviewed.

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Flaco The Owl: The Experts Weigh In 34:29

7M ago34:29

34:29

Today we are joined by Catherine Quayle of the Wild Bird Fund, Christine Sheppard from the American Bird Conservancy and New York State Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal to discuss the phenomenon that was Flaco the Owl. We discuss this bird's celebrity status and how Flaco's death could have been prevented. State Senator Hoylman-Signal offers legislative …

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Sarah D. Bunting: Lord of all bloggers and founder of Tomato Nation and Television Without Pity 52:23

7M ago52:23

52:23

On the heyday of the blogger and what became of the genre. On why James Van Der Beek earned her scorn. On how one becomes less cruel (for sport) with age. On whether blogs have a place in 2024.

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Cora Hall: Knoxville News Sentinel Tennessee women's basketball beat writer 45:20

8M ago45:20

45:20

On covering the Lady Vols as they approach yet another NCAA Tournament; on making the leap from Ferris State to the big leagues; on women athletes and the passion of self expression; on landing a sweet gig out of college.

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