Best Narragansett Podcasts (2024)

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September 22, 2024 - Narragansett Town Beach Fight / Preserving RI Latino History / Home for Hasbro 26:25

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On this episode, Isabella Jibilian and Alex Nunes report on the battle over who has the right to be on Narragansett’s Town Beach, which has become a focus for activists who say the public is being shut out. Then, in celebration of Hispanic Heritage month, we revisit Michelle San Miguel’s story about one Rhode Islander’s commitment to preserve the s…

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The Road to Beer History Hell Is Paved With Good Intentions 59:30

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We’re putting our normal Taplines format on the shelf today for a very special reunion episode of sorts with journalists Kate Bernot of Sightlines, and Jess Infante of Brewbound, to talk about two turning points in the national suds saga. Some of you listening may know the three of us as the Beer Byliners, the name of a Twitter Space (man, remember…

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Sept. 15th Proper 19 Year B RCL Track 1 1:02:30

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The Lessons Appointed for Use on the Sunday closest to September 14 Proper 19 Year B RCL Track 1 Isaiah 50:4-9a Psalm 116:1-8 James 3:1-12 Mark 8:27-38 The Collect O God, because without you we are not able to please you, mercifully grant that your Holy Spirit may in all things direct and rule our hearts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives an…

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September 15, 2024 - RNA and Rhode Island / The Elisha Project / Weekly Insight 25:25

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On this episode, Michelle San Miguel introduces us to scientists working to establish Brown University and Rhode Island as a hub for RNA research. For many, RNA holds the keys to countless medical breakthroughs. Then, Pamela Watts interviews Elisha Project founder George Ortiz who is on a mission to feed the hungry through a program that takes comm…

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Shattering Homebrewing’s Pint-Glass Ceiling 58:14

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Today on Taplines, meet Annie Johnson. She’s a longtime homebrewer, the self-avowed Queen of Beer, and an old source of mine from way back. Annie has been brewing her own beer since the mid-’90s, and winning first-place ribbons for ‘em nearly as long. The woman has enough these days to make a damn cape out of ‘em — and she did. We talked about that…

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Sept 1st 2024 Proper 17 Year B RCL Track 1 1:01:45

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The Lessons Appointed for Use on the Sunday closest to August 31 Proper 17 Year B RCL Track 1 or Track 2 Song of Solomon 2:8-13 Psalm 45:1-2, 7-10 James 1:17-27 Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23 The Collect Lord of all power and might, the author and giver of all good things: Graft in our hearts the love of your Name; increase in us true religion; nourish u…

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September 1, 2024 - Home Schooling / Benjamin Franklin's Gift / Birds of Rose Island 23:45

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On this episode, we revisit Michelle San Miguel’s in-depth report on what’s behind the rise of parents home schooling their children in Rhode Island. Then, we take another look at the enduring legacy of Benjamin Franklin on one local town and public education. Finally, we return to Rose Island, where producer Isabella Jibilian introduced us to a pr…

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Sunday August 25 2024 Proper 16 Year B RCL Track 1 1:06:03

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1 Kings 8:[1, 6, 10-11], 22-30, 41-43 Psalm 84 Ephesians 6:10-20 John 6:56-69 Joshua 24:1-2a,14-18 Psalm 34:15-22 Ephesians 6:10-20 John 6:56-69 The Collect Grant, O merciful God, that your Church, being gathered together in unity by your Holy Spirit, may show forth your power among all peoples, to the glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our L…

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Inside Anheuser-Busch’s "Microbrewing" Skunkworks 1:00:22

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Like any good parable, the "David and Goliath" self-mythology of the American craft brewing industry in the '80s and '90s was illuminating, compelling — and maybe a bit reductive, too. In Episodes 33 and 34, we examined this us-versus-them dynamic from the perspective of one of the “thems,” Keith Villa, who created the Blue Moon Brewing Company fro…

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August 25, 2024 - Art in Hand / Synesthesia / Rose Island 24:40

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On this episode, we revisit Pamela Watts interview with local artist and handbag designer, Kent Stetson. Then we take another look at Michelle San Miguel’s intriguing story about a world where some people not only hear music, but also see it and where even the words they see can have flavors and colors and even smells. The neurological condition is…

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Aug 18th Proper 15 Year B RCL 50:55

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1 Kings 2:10-12; 3:3-14 Psalm 111 Ephesians 5:15-20 John 6:51-58 Proverbs 9:1-6 Psalm 34:9-14 Ephesians 5:15-20 John 6:51-58 The Collect Almighty God, you have given your only Son to be for us a sacrifice for sin, and also an example of godly life: Give us grace to receive thankfully the fruits of his redeeming work, and to follow daily in the bles…

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August 18, 2024 - Hiking Rhode Island / Providence's Bead Mecca / Newport Polo 24:40

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On this episode, we revisit Pamela Watts interview with former Providence Journal Reporter John Kostrzewa talking about his book Walking Rhode Island. Then, on our continuing Window on Rhode Island series we take another look inside the Wolf E. Myrow company, a bulk jewelry supplier in the heart of Providence, where one family has been selling bead…

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How Stone Brewing Dropped a $56-Million Stunner on Molson Coors 1:01:29

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Today, we’re joined by the one and only Bianca Bruno, an editor of the venerable trade publication Beer Business Daily, who was there, live and in-person, to cover the landmark trademark trial between San Diego’s Stone Brewing Company and macrobrewer Molson Coors over an allegedly infringing Keystone Light rebrand. The federal jury trial yielded a …

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August 11th, 2024 Proper 14 Year B RCL 57:38

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August 11th 2024 Proper 14 Year B RCL 2 Samuel 18:5-9, 15, 31-33 Psalm 130 Ephesians 4:25-5:2 John 6:35, 41-51 1 Kings 19:4-8 Psalm 34:1-8 Ephesians 4:25-5:2 John 6:35, 41-51 The Collect Grant to us, Lord, we pray, the spirit to think and do always those things that are right, that we, who cannot exist without you, may by you be enabled to live acc…

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August 11, 2024 - Wonders on the Waves / Documenting Lighthouses / Urban Explorer 23:35

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On this episode, we revisit a story about surfers out on Little Compton who many say are performing miracles. Then, we take another look at a story about a photographer cataloguing lighthouses up and down the east coast. Finally, producer Isabella Jibilian introduces us to Rhode Island filmmaker and urban explorer Jason Allard who gives us his take…

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August 4, 2024 - Beyond Words / Art of Love / Weekly Insight 24:15

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On this episode, we revisit Rhode Island’s Poet Laureate, Colin Channer. Then, we take another look at how artist, Sara Holbrook’s work took a dramatic turn when her husband began to lose his way. Finally, on this episode of Weekly Insight, Michelle San Miguel and WPRI 12’s politics editor Ted Nesi discuss why a Democratic Rhode Island politician p…

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Saving Narragansett, New England’s Beloved Legacy Lager 50:49

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After trading hands several times and closing its Rhode Island facility to contract brew, the Narragansett brand was eventually scooped up by a group of investors in 2005. With hands-on experience marketing beverage alcohol from creating Hendrick's Gin and Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum, Quaker City Mercantile founder and 'Gansett investor Steven Grasse s…

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July 28th Proper 12 Year B. Drake Douglas's First service as ordained Priest 1:13:57

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Sunday closest to July 27 Proper 12 Year B RCL Track 1 or Track 2 2 Samuel 11:1-15 Psalm 14 Ephesians 3:14-21 John 6:1-21 2 Kings 4:42-44 Psalm 145:10-19 Ephesians 3:14-21 John 6:1-21 The Collect O God, the protector of all who trust in you, without whom nothing is strong, nothing is holy: Increase and multiply upon us your mercy; that, with you as…

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July 28, 2024 - Media Literacy / Critical Race Theory 24:45

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On this episode, we revisit Michelle San Miguel’s deep dive into the importance of understanding media and staying informed. Then, we take a another look at the issue of critical race theory. The term has become a catchall for the debate over what, and if, we teach about race in schools.

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July 21, 2024 - Second Acts / Art of Resistance / Alpaca Haven in Little Compton 25:15

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When Bud Light First Got Fruity 42:45

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Our guest this episode is Jeff Musial, a bev-alc industry veteran who was working in research and development for new products at Anheuser-Busch in the mid-Aughts. This was a heady moment for the St. Louis giant; Bud Light volumes would peak in 2008, the same year the Brazilian-led Belgian outfit InBev would complete its hostile takeover of the fir…

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July 14th Gospel reading and Drake Douglas' sermon 14:19

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Mark 6:14-29 King Herod heard of Jesus and his disciples, for Jesus’ name had become known. Some were saying, “John the baptizer has been raised from the dead; and for this reason these powers are at work in him.” But others said, “It is Elijah.” And others said, “It is a prophet, like one of the prophets of old.” But when Herod heard of it, he sai…

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July 14th 2024 Year B Proper 10 RCL Track 1 1:02:56

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The Lessons Appointed for Use on the 2 Samuel 6:1-5, 12b-19 Psalm 24 Ephesians 1:3-14 Mark 6:14-29 Amos 7:7-15 Psalm 85:8-13 Ephesians 1:3-14 Mark 6:14-29 The Collect O Lord, mercifully receive the prayers of your people who call upon you, and grant that they may know and understand what things they ought to do, and also may have grace and power fa…

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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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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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How Cold IPA Got Hot 51:04

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In 2018, Gold Dot Beer’s Kevin Davey was working as the brewmaster of Portland Oregon’s Wayfinder Beer when he hit upon the idea of brewing an India Pale Ale with lager yeast. Hazy IPAs had yet to consolidate their grasp as the dominant substyle of the traditional West Coast variety, and this was the age of tinkering; in fact, Davey says his experi…

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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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June 23 2024 Proper 7 Year B RCL 1:03:34

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The Lessons Appointed for Use on the Sunday closest to June 22 Proper 7 Year B RCL Track 1 or Track 2 1 Samuel 17: (1a, 4-11, 19-23), 32-49 Psalm 9:9-20 or 1 Samuel 17:57-18:5, 10-16 Psalm 133 2 Corinthians 6:1-13 Mark 4:35-41 Job 38:1-11 Psalm 107:1-3, 23-32 2 Corinthians 6:1-13 Mark 4:35-41 The Collect O Lord, make us have perpetual love and reve…

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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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Why Brut IPA Never Hit It Big 46:29

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Towards the end of the Teens, Kim Sturdavant was brewing at Social Kitchen & Brewery in San Francisco when he developed a new kind of India Pale Ale. He christened his crisp, dry varietal Hop Champagne, and christened the promising new substyle "Brut IPA," a nod to the sparkling wine that this new beer resembled. Brewers in the Bay Area loved it, a…

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June 16th Proper 6 Year B RCL 59:49

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The Lessons Appointed for Use on the Sunday closest to June 15 Proper 6 Year B RCL Track 1 or Track 2 1 Samuel 15:34-16:13 Psalm 20 2 Corinthians 5:6-10,[11-13],14-17 Mark 4:26-34 The Collect Keep, O Lord, your household the Church in your steadfast faith and love, that through your grace we may proclaim your truth with boldness, and minister your …

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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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June 9th Proper 5 Year B RCL 1:04:49

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1 Samuel 8:4-11, (12-15), 16-20, (11:14-15) Psalm 138 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:1 Mark 3:20-35 Genesis 3:8-15 Psalm 130 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:1 Mark 3:20-35 The Collect O God, from whom all good proceeds: Grant that by your inspiration we may think those things that are right, and by your merciful guiding may do them; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who l…

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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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The Controversial Rise of Big, Honkin' Pastry Stouts 53:59

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Pastry stouts — sweet, saccharine, indulgent beers built on flavors more common to a bakery than a brewery — emerged towards the end of last decade as a coveted, if occasionally maligned, pseudo-style of craft beer. Many trace their rise to a southern California brewer named Derek Gallanosa (currently: GOAL. Brewing, previously Moksa Brewing and Ab…

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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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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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The Inside Story of "Black Is Beautiful" Stout, One of the Biggest Cause Beers Ever Brewed 56:38

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In the early months of the pandemic, Marcus Baskerville was working as the head brewer at Weathered Souls Brewing Company, the brewery he co-founded in San Antonio, when a police officer five states away murdered George Floyd. Marcus, who would go on to become a founding member of the National Black Brewers Association, had an idea to galvanize the…

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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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May 19th Day of Pentecost Whitsunday Year B RCL 1:01:51

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Acts 2:1-21 or Ezekiel 37:1-14 Romans 8:22-27 or Acts 2:1-21 John 15:26-27; 16:4b-15 Psalm 104:25-35, 37 The Collect Almighty God, on this day you opened the way of eternal life to every race and nation by the promised gift of your Holy Spirit: Shed abroad this gift throughout the world by the preaching of the Gospel, that it may reach to the ends …

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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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May 12th 2024 The Lessons Appointed for Use on the Seventh Sunday of Easter Year B 1:02:46

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Acts 1:15-17, 21-26 1 John 5:9-13 John 17:6-19 Psalm 1 The Collect O God, the King of glory, you have exalted your only Son Jesus Christ with great triumph to your kingdom in heaven: Do not leave us comfortless, but send us your Holy Spirit to strengthen us, and exalt us to that place where our Savior Christ has gone before; who lives and reigns wi…

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May 5th 2024 Sixth Sunday of Easter Year B RCL 1:04:18

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Acts 10:44-48 1 John 5:1-6 John 15:9-17 Psalm 98 The Collect O God, you have prepared for those who love you such good things as surpass our understanding: Pour into our hearts such love towards you, that we, loving you in all things and above all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord, …

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How Budweiser's Iconic 'Whassup!' Ad Went Down 50:53

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In 1999, Vinny Warren was working at Chicago ad firm DDB and on the hunt for a hit idea for a Super Bowl spot for his client, Budweiser. The King of Beers was still selling better than Bud Light at that point, but just barely, and August Busch IV had been handed the reigns to rejuvenate the flagging flagship with a fresh new creative vision. As it …

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May 5, 2024 - Ticks in Rhode Island / Alpaca Haven in Little Compton/ Sheldon Whitehouse's campaign 21:35

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On this episode, We revisit Michelle San Miguel’s report on the ever-growing tick populations in Rhode Island and the devastating and sometimes deadly diseases they bring. Then, we visit with a local farmer in Little Compton who, along with his wife is raising a large herd of alpacas for their fiber. Finally, on this episode of Weekly Insight, Mich…

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April 28th, 2024 Fifth Sunday of Easter Year B RCL 1:03:17

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Acts 8:26-40 1 John 4:7-21 John 15:1-8 Psalm 22:24-30 The Collect Almighty God, whom truly to know is everlasting life: Grant us so perfectly to know your Son Jesus Christ to be the way, the truth, and the life, that we may steadfastly follow his steps in the way that leads to eternal life; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reig…

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April 28, 2024 - Javier Zamora's Lonely Journey / Daffodils in Newport / Weekly Insight 22:25

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On this episode, producer Isabella Jibilian has an in-depth interview with Solito author Javier Zamora about his long, lonely and often harrowing journey from El Salvador to the U.S. when he was 9 years old. Then Pamela Watts heads out to Newport for Daffodil Days. Finally, on this episode of Weekly Insight, Michelle San Miguel and WPRI 12’s politi…

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Angry Orchard and the Fight for Hard Cider's Soul 55:17

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Joining Taplines today is Ryan Burk, the former head cider maker of Angry Orchard Hard Cider. These days, he’s making cider under his own label in upstate New York, working as a co-founder of the beverage innovation firm Feel Goods Company, and serving the Cider Institute of North America as a founding board member. But midway through last decade, …

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April 21, 2024 - Eroding Rhode Island History / Mental Health in RI classrooms/ Weekly Insight 25:55

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On this episode, Pamela Watts takes an in-depth look at how climate change and rising sea levels threaten some of Rhode Island’s historical and iconic homes. Then, Michelle San Miguel introduces us to a local educator who has found a way to make learning fun by putting students in the drivers’ seat. And his lessons go well beyond academics. he’s on…

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April 14th Third Sunday of Easter Year B RCL 59:16

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The Lessons Appointed for Use on the Third Sunday of Easter Year B RCL Acts 3:12-19 1 John 3:1-7 Luke 24:36b-48 Psalm 4 The Collect O God, whose blessed Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread: Open the eyes of our faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Ho…

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