Best Rhode Island Podcasts (2024)

Emily chats with Caroline and Mads from Heartleaf Books as she continues to explore Cooperatives and the Solidarity Economy in Rhode Island. Listen to past episodes with RI Co-Ops and Fuerza Laboral from Rhody Radio; Growing the Solidarity Economy and Birthworkers in RI. In this episode: Books Snowglobe – Soyoung Park Invisible Hotel – Yeji Ham Oce…

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July 14, 2024 - Swimming Upstream / Pollywog Pond / Keeping Kids Fishing 22:00

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On this episode, producer Isabella Jibilian has an in-depth report on the number of American children who can’t swim and how racism has played a role in barring generations of swimmers from pools. Then, Pamela Watts takes us behind the scenes at Whooplah Studio—where the new Children’s show, Pollywog Pond, comes to life. Finally, a Coventry man tea…

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This week on Lively, no bids on the bridge: who will rebuild it and how much will it cost? 29:00

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This week on A Lively Experiment, an update on the Washington Bridge, yet we still don’t know when it will be built, who will rebuild it, and how much it will cost. How did we get here? Joining Jim Hummel are Steph Machado of the Boston Globe and a RI PBS Weekly Contributor, Former Providence City Council President David Salvatore, and Political Co…

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This week, we’re coming to you on location at Yacht Club Soda in North Providence. The family-owned business recently launched its Soda Pop Poll ahead of November's presidential election. It's a rematch pitting Donald's Trumpian Punch against Joe's Bidenomics Berry. Yacht Club Soda owner John Sgambato talks to us about the poll and his company. Tip…

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BONUS - Rhode Island Pirates 26:02

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1683 - 1723 | Throughout the late 17th and early 18th century, Rhode Island pirates contributed heavily to the Golden Age of Piracy and became such a nuisance that they almost got the colony's charter revoked. My Favorite Books on this Topic: Black Flag, Blue Waters: The Epic History of America's Most Notorious Pirates by Eric Jay Dolin Pirates of …

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Episode 233: Starting Right 51:28

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Sunday Morning, July 07, 2024, Series: New Life, Acts 8:30-40, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

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July 7, 2024 - The Fight Over Shoreline Access / Bee-leaving / My Take - Quahogs 24:05

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On this episode, in collaboration with The Public's Radio, reporters Isabella Jibilian and Alex Nunes take an in-depth look at the decades-long dispute over beach access in Rhode Island. Then, as part of our Green Seeker series, Pamela Watts reports on how and why climate change is helping fuel the exodus of bees in Rhode Island. Finally, in our co…

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Episode 232: Counterfeit Christianity 51:29

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Sunday Morning, June 30, 2024, Series: New Life, Acts 8:5-13, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

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Behind the scenes with Rhode Island's 'Clamarati' 10:45

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Every year, a group of Rhode Islanders visits clam cake shacks all over the state, sampling as many deep-fried clam cakes as they can -- so you don’t have to. This year marks their tenth clam cake crawl, so Ed decided to join them. Tips and ideas? Email us at rinews@globe.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy N…

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03 - If These Walls Could Talk - The Lippitt House Museum 55:18

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Host Lauren visits the Lippitt House Museum in Providence and interviews the Museum Director, Carrie Taylor. If These Walls Could Talk is a series of podcast episodes that began on Rhody Radio, where we learn about the historic house museums of Rhode Island. For previous episodes in the series, click the links below: Nathanael Greene Homestead: htt…

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June 30, 2024 - Losing Lobsters in Rhode Island's waters / One Froggy Night / Weekly Insight 23:40

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On this episode, Michelle San Miguel reports on how climate change is fueling the dwindling lobster population off the Rhode Island coast. Then, we revisit contributor David Wright’s report on why the town of Windham Connecticut has a centuries-long affinity with bullfrogs.. Finally on this episode of Weekly Insight, Michelle San Miguel and WPRI 12…

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This week on Lively, local analysis of the presidential debate and a new poll of RI voters. 28:59

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This week on Lively: digging deep with local analysis of the Presidential Debate. Meantime, a new poll shows the Presidential race is tight in the Ocean State and Governor McKee has a lot of work to do to boost his ratings among voters. Joining Jim Hummel are Former State Representative Nick Gorham, Brown University Political Professor Wendy Schill…

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Why is Rhode Island warehousing kids at a psychiatric hospital? 18:05

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In May, the US Department of Justice accused the state of Rhode Island of violating the civil rights of hundreds of children by warehousing them at Bradley Hospital, a psychiatric hospital for children. Steph Machado took an in-depth look at the issue for Rhode Island PBS Weekly and Globe Rhode Island. She joins us to talk about what she found, and…

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Episode 231: Standing for God 1:00:22

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Sunday Morning, June 23, 2024, Series: New Life, Acts 7:54-60, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

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BONUS - Slavery in Rhode Island Part 2 25:41

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1784 - 1860 | With early abolitionists attempting to end Rhode Island's connection with slavery, the state's merchants and industrial leaders continue to find ways to profit off of the business of slavery right up until the Civil War. My Favorite Books on this Topic: Dark Work: The Business of Slavery in Rhode Island by Christy Clark-Pujara Sons of…

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June 23, 2024 - Warehousing Rhode Island's Children / Hidden History / Weekly Insight 26:40

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On this episode, contributor Steph Machado reports on the Department of Justice’s investigation into the warehousing of Rhode Island’s most vulnerable children in a local psychiatric hospital for months on end. Then, producer Isabella Jibilian explores the medical treatments for women going through menopause. Finally on this episode of Weekly Insig…

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This week on Lively, highlights of what the General Assembly did and did not do. 28:59

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This week on Lively: with the legislative session in the rearview mirror, we'll look at what lawmakers accomplished since January. Plus, Rhode Island voters get another shot at greenlighting a Constitutional Convention. Joining me are Former State Representative Mike Marcello, Weayonnoh Nelson-Davies of the Economic Progress Institute, and Providen…

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02 - Raul the Third - Live at RI Library Association Conference 36:07

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Host Tayla interviews award winning author and illustrator Raúl The Third during the 2024 Rhode Island Library Association Conference in front of a live audience. Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner o…

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Episode 230: Dads Wanted 1:01:02

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Sunday Morning, June 16, 2024, Psalm 127, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

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What happened at the RI General Assembly last week? 14:49

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On Friday, the Rhode Island legislative session wrapped up in the early morning hours, when most of us were asleep. Ed sorts through the Assembly's final decisions with Globe RI’s Steph Machado and Jim Hummel, the host of A Lively Experiment on Rhode Island PBS. Tips and ideas? Email us at rinews@globe.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pr…

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June 16, 2024 - Rhode Island's Olympic Hopeful / Hidden History / Weekly Insight 27:40

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Olympic hopeful Sophia Gorriaran is on track to become one of the fastest middle-distance runners in the world. Native American children were taken from their families and forced into boarding schools by the Federal Government. Michelle San Miguel and WPRI 12’s politics editor Ted Nesi break down the bills that passed the State’s General Assembly.…

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BONUS - Slavery in Rhode Island Part 1 29:49

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1638 - 1775 | From almost the moment Rhode Island was founded, indigenous war captives worked for the colony's earliest settlers without pay. Then, in the 18th century, Rhode Island's relationship with slavery deepened when it began playing a dominant role in the American slave trade. My Favorite Books on this Topic: Brethren by Nature: New England…

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This week on Lively: the gavel comes down for the General Assembly. What's in, what's out? 28:59

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This week on Lively, it’s all things General Assembly: what made it and what didn't. Plus, Providence schools get more money, but will it be enough? We'll also analyze the debate over an Inspector’s General office and the Constitutional Convention question. Panelists are Boston Globe Columnist Dan McGowan, Rhode Island GOP National Committeewoman S…

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Paul Grogan and Kathy Merchant on "Be Prepared to Be Lucky" 20:43

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Paul Grogan, the former CEO of the Boston Foundation, likes to say he’s had many employers, but he’s always done the same job-making a difference in cities. Now, he’s out with a memoir called “Be Prepared to Be Lucky.” He co-wrote the book with Kathy Merchant, who was the CEO of The Greater Cincinnati Foundation. They join David in the studio to di…

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The Mr. Lemon family 11:05

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It’s been 50 years since the Rao family opened Mr. Lemon in Providence. Customers come to the tiny white building on Hawkins Street for the frozen lemonade, and many return because they feel like family. Colleen, Joe, and Janice Rao know almost everyone – and their favorite flavors. They talk with Ed about the business and their first year serving …

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Episode 229: Dealing with Growing Pains 59:13

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Sunday Morning, June 09, 2024, Series: New Life, Acts 6:1-7, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

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June 9th, 2024 - Providence's Toxic Pond / Noise Pollution / Weekly Insight 27:01

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On this episode, Mashapaug Pond, the largest freshwater body in Providence, has long been off limits for recreational use. In this Green Seeker episode Michelle San Miguel reports on a new state plan to hold property owners responsible for the contamination that’s seeping into the pond and eventually ending up in Narragansett Bay. Then, we take a s…

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This week on Lively: what’s in, what’s out for next year’s budget? Plus, a few surprises. 28:59

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This week on Lively, what’s in and what’s out for next year’s budget, with a few surprises along the way. Plus, should Rhode Island hold a Constitutional Convention? It’s been 40 years since the last one - and the topic is again sparking controversy. And the debate over lawmakers’ proposed changes to the State Pension System.…

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'Everybody's really curious about golf now': Providence youth take to the links 17:28

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The game of golf isn’t often associated with young people or diversity, but one nonprofit in Rhode Island is trying to change that. For more than 20 years, Button Hole in Providence has been making the game affordable and accessible to children in the area. Ed talks to Anaridis Rodriguez, host of “Generation Rising” and Don Wright, executive direct…

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01 - Meet the Overdueing It Team 58:57

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The teams that bought you Down Time with Cranston Public Library and Rhody Radio discuss their new project, Overdueing It: The Rhode Island Library Podcast. Get to know the Creative Team - Emily Goodman, Dave Bartos, Tayla Cardillo, and Lauren Walker - as they share their goals and vision for this new statewide library outreach podcast. They also d…

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Episode 228: Getting Honest with God 56:18

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Sunday Morning, June 02, 2024, Series: New Life, Acts 5:1-14, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

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June 2, 2024 - What's next for Roger Williams Medical Center and Fatima Hospital / Weekly Insight / Fighting for the Gaspee 25:35

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On this episode, Ian Donnis reports on why financial stability has proved elusive for Roger Williams Medical Center in Providence and Our Lady of Fatima Hospital in North Providence and what’s being done to get them on stronger footing. Then, on this episode of Weekly Insight, Michelle San Miguel and WPRI 12’s politics editor Ted Nesi will continue…

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This week on Lively, the local take on the Trump verdicts: what happens next? 28:59

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This week on Lively, the local take on the Trump verdicts: what happens next? Weighing in this week are Republican Strategist Lisa Pelosi, Bill Bartholomew of The Bartholomewtown Podcast, and Harrison Tuggle of Black Lives Matter RI PAC. Plus, a late snag in the police reform bill over the release of body cam video evidence.…

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Judge Melissa DuBose on joining the US District Court 20:26

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When the US Senate confirmed Judge Melissa DuBose in March, she broke two barriers. She became the first person of color and the first openly LGBTQ Judge to serve on the US District Court for Rhode Island. She officially starts that job in January, but she joined us in the studio for a preview of what’s to come. Tips and ideas? Email us at rinews@g…

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Episode 227: The Gift of Encouragement 58:42

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Sunday Morning, May 26, 2024, Series: New Life, Acts 4:36-37, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

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May 26, 2024 - Hiking Rhode Island / Martha's Vineyard Sign Language / More Sharks 25:35

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On this episode, Pamela Watts goes hiking around the state with former Providence Journal Reporter John Kostrzewa and talks about his book Walking Rhode Island. Then, we revisit producer Isabella Jibilian’s story about the early sign language that was used on Martha’s Vineyard. Finally, we take another look at contributor David Wright’s shark track…

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State lawmakers still have some major decisions to make before the gavel comes down 28:59

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Former Cranston Mayor Allan Fung, Attorney Lou Pulner, and Paige Clausius-Parks from Rhode Island KIDS COUNT join Moderator Jim Hummel to discuss big decisions looming for state lawmakers before the gavel comes down. The big decisions surround budget - but payday lending, public records law changes and gun legislation are all up in the air. And the…

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City by the Rising Sea: Climate change and Newport's mansions 19:14

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The City by the Sea is known for its history. It's also on the front lines of climate change. Some of Rhode Island's biggest tourist attractions – Newport's mansions and other historic properties – are increasingly impacted by rising sea levels and extreme weather. Rhode Island PBS Weekly reporter Pamela Watts and Preservation Society of Newport Co…

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Episode 226: Boldness 52:23

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Sunday Morning, May 19, 2024, Series: New Life, Acts 4:9-13,24-31, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

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Introducing Overdueing It! 1:53

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Have you always wanted to listen to a podcast where library workers chat with authors, community superstars and other neighbors around Rhode Island about their current favorite books, TV and movies, and all the big things they are doing in our little state? Then check out Overdueing It: The Rhode Island Library Podcast, available on Apple Podcasts,…

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May 19, 2024 - Home Schooling / Rhode Island's Poet Laureate / Weekly Insight 25:40

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On this episode, Michelle San Miguel has an in-depth report on what’s behind the rise of parents home schooling their children in Rhode Island. Then, Pamela Watts introduces us to Rhode Island’s new Poet Laureate, Colin Channer. Finally, on this episode of Weekly Insight, Michelle San Miguel and WPRI 12’s politics editor Ted Nesi discuss the state …

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Episode 225: A Mother After God's Own Heart 52:07

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Sunday Morning, May 12, 2024, Proverbs 31:10-31, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

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May 12, 2024 - Senator Jack Reed / Weekly Insight / Rhode Island's Bead Mecca 24:50

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On this episode, contributor Steph Machado has a wide-ranging interview with Rhode Island Senator Jack Reed. Reed, who is Chairman of the Armed Services Committee, says Israel needs new leadership amid the war in Gaza and talks about his next run for the Senate. Then on this episode of Weekly Insight, Michelle San Miguel and WPRI 12’s politics edit…

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Senator Jack Reed on Gaza, Ukraine, and the Washington Bridge 20:44

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If you want to know about military actions around the world, ask US Senator Jack Reed. He’s Rhode Island’s senior Senator, the chairman of the Armed Services Committee, and often joins congressional delegations on trips overseas. Steph Machado down with Reed for Sunday’s episode of Rhode Island PBS Weekly for an update on the US’s role in the wars …

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