Best BPR Podcasts (2024)

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BPR Full Show 9/24: Going Bananas 2:33:59

36m ago2:33:59

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We opened the lines to discuss whether kids should be in contact sports that lead to injuries. NBC Sports Boston anchor/reporter Trenni Casey discussed the WNBA awards American Experience executive producer Cameo George and Frontline executive producer Raney Aronson-Roth discussed their two films in the works on the Vice Presidential candidates. Ma…

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Best Of BPR 9/23: Israel's War With Lebanon Begins & The Religious Vote 28:16

2h ago28:16

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Today: Israel’s war against Hamas rages on in Gaza, while Netanyahu appears emboldened to open a second front on its northern border with Lebanon and Hezbollah. We talk with GBH news analyst Charlie Sennott about the destabilizing Middle East. And, how are the presidential candidates reaching out to Americans of faith? We talk with Reverends Irene …

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BPR Full Show 9/23: The Eight Bulls of North Attleboro 2:31:40

1h ago2:31:40

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We opened the show by asking listeners what issues matter to them this presidential election. We spoke again to John Deaton, Elizabeth Warren's senate challenger. Then, the GroundTruth Project's Charlie Sennott discussed the escalating war in the Middle East and other world headlines. NYU medical ethicist Art Caplan talked about renewed calls to ab…

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Best Of BPR 9/20: LMF James Carter & Leopoldstadt 36:58

1h ago36:58

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Today: Saxophonist James Carter is back in town for two shows Saturday night at Scullers Jazz Club. But first, he and his band swing by the BPL. And, Tom Stoppard's Leopoldstadt is on stage now at the Huntington. We speak with director Carey Perloff and actor Rebecca Gibel about the play, about a Jewish family in Vienna at the rise of the 20th cent…

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BPR Full Show 9/20: Stressed But Blessed 2:31:00

15m ago2:31:00

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People are more stressed than ever. We opened the lines to hear what listeners are stressed over. James Carter performed for Live Music Friday, ahead of his return to Boston this weekend at Scullers. Longtime Boston broadcaster/music critic Steve Elman joined as well. Callie Crossley on Harris/Oprah interview. Director Carey Perloff and actress Reb…

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Best Of BPR 9/19: The Choice & Taxachusetts 38:20

1h ago38:20

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Today: Legendary Frontline filmmaker Michael Kirk previews their latest film highlighting “THE CHOICE” voters have between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. And, Boston Globe business columnist Shirley Leung discusses a murky new pro-business group fighting Massachusetts' high-tax reputation.By WGBH Educational Foundation

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BPR Full Show 9/19: Get Out Of My Seat 2:31:16

33m ago2:31:16

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The GOP keeps throwing insults at Kamala Harris. Will this do anything to do the polls? Listeners weighed in. Shirley Leung on a new nonprofit started by local businesspeople looking for a tax break, and new reporting on the demographics of people leaving Mass. Andrea Cabral on the controversy around Gov. Healey’s pick for head of state police Jimm…

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Best Of BPR 9/18: A BPR Busing Panel 26:56

4h ago26:56

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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 …

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BPR Full Show 9/18: Liverwurst Ep. 2 2:32:42

1h ago2:32:42

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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 …

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Best Of BPR 9/17: AG Campbell On Harris' Mentorship And Addressing Hate In Schools 39:34

2d ago39:34

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Today: Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell joins Jim and Margery at the BPL on September 17, 2024.By WGBH Educational Foundation

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BPR Full Show 9/17: Attorney General Q&A 2:36:01

5d ago2:36:01

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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 Ohio CNN's John King on the latest political headlines We opened the line…

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Best Of BPR 9/16: From Laura Loomer's Lips To Trump's Ears & Fewer Black Students At College 36:42

30m ago36:42

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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.By WGBH Educational Foundation

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BPR Full Show 9/16: Monday Clutter 2:33:16

1h ago2:33:16

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After another apparent assassination attempt of Donald Trump yesterday, we opened up the phone and text lines to hear from parents of how they're talking to kids about political violence this election. Brian McGrory of BU's Journalism department discusses the Globe's Spotlight coverage on Steward Healthcare. Plus, various political stories on Laura…

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BPR Full Show 9/13: Honda Civics 2:31:49

2h ago2:31:49

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Is our country in a civics education crisis? We got your thoughts. Fabiola Mendez & Elsa Mosquera are our guests for Live Music Friday this week, ahead of the free Fiesta en la Plaza taking place throughout Latinx Heritage Month in Boston. Ela is the co-founder of Agora Cultural Architects, who organized the festival. Fabiola is an award-winning cu…

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Best Of BPR 9/12: So ... Are We Better Off Than We Were Four Years Ago? 36:04

5d ago36:04

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MIT Economist Jon Gruber breaks down each candidate's economic plans and concepts, and former public safety secretary Andrea Cabral offers her debate reactions.By WGBH Educational Foundation

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BPR Full Show 9/12: Handshakes Are Over 2:33:24

14h ago2:33:24

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Chuck Todd joined for his weekly D.C. roundup, focusing on Tuesday’s debate Then we opened the lines to discuss the dying art of the handshake... if it is dying? Andrea Cabral on debate fact-checking Paul Reville on how to optimize free community college in Mass. Jon Gruber offered an expert’s perspective on Trump vs. Harris as it relates to the ec…

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Best Of BPR 9/11: Trump Praises Dictators & Harris Gives Him A "Mollywhopping" 34:21

1d ago34:21

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Today: National security analyst Juliette Kayyem and Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley discuss last night's debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and Former President Donald Trump.By WGBH Educational Foundation

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BPR Full Show 9/11: Harris-Trump Debate 2:32:39

1d ago2:32:39

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Harris & Trump took to the stage last night in a presidential debate. We opened the lines to hear reactions from listeners throughout the show. Media maven Sue O'Connell discussed Taylor Swift's endorsement National security expert Juliette Kayyem on the multiple mass shootings in America recently Food policy analyst Corby Kummer on how cooking smo…

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Best Of BPR 9/10: Presidential Historian Doris Kearns Goodwin 27:21

3d ago27:21

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Today: Doris Kearns Goodwin joins Jim and Margery at the Boston Public Library on September 10, 2024 to discuss her new book "The Leadership Journey," a middle reader guide to Presidents Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Lyndon B. Johnson. We also discuss current events, and previews tonight's presidential debate.…

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BPR Full Show 9/10: Countdown to the Debate 2:32:58

3d ago2:32:58

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Boston Mayor Michelle Wu joined for Ask the Mayor. Historian Doris Kearns Goodwin discussed her first book for children, The Leadership Journey: How Four Kids Became President. Folk star Graham Nash zoomed in ahead of a show at the Boch Center in October. For our new texting segment, we were inspired by a withering obituary out of Maine. We wanted …

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Best Of BPR 9/09: Ask The MBTA's Phillip Eng 38:30

4d ago38:30

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Today: MBTA General Manager Phillip Eng joins Jim and Margery on September 9, 2024 in Studio 3 for an hour, taking their questions and listeners'.By WGBH Educational Foundation

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BPR Full Show 9/06: Governor Healey's Housing Bond Bill 2:36:04

18d ago2:36:04

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We opened the lines to discuss the tragic shooting that took place at a Georgia High School. For Live Music Friday, Tiril Jackson, a Norway-based singer/songwriter, performed. Callie Crossley on the latest re: the Georgia shooting Charlie Sennott on the latest Israel/Gaza news Gov. Healey joined to talk about the future for Carney & Nashoba Valley …

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Best Of BPR 9/06: Gov. Maura Healey 38:41

17d ago38:41

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Today: Governor Maura Healey joins Jim and Margery at the Boston Public Library on Sept. 6, 2024.By WGBH Educational Foundation

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Best Of BPR 9/05: Sen. Elizabeth Warren & Man (Still) On Wire 39:14

8d ago39:14

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Today: Senator Elizabeth Warren joins us in Studio 3. We talk about the final rush to Nov. 5, and her own re-election campaign, facing a challenge from crypto-currency advocate Republican John Deaton. And, artist Philippe Petit joins us 50 years after he walked between the Twin Towers of the then-World Trade Center in NYC.…

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BPR Full Show 9/5: No Parking For You 2:33:25

8d ago2:33:25

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Chuck Todd returns for his Thursday D.C. politics roundup Phillip Petit celebrates 50 years of his death-defying high rope walk between the Twin Towers. Former secretary of public safety Andrea Cabral on Geoff Noble as the new head of state police, reaction to the Georgia school shooting, Texas’ Attorney General suing to stop a voter registration e…

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Best Of BPR 9/04: Netanyahu's War & Worcester Goes Queer AF 28:54

9d ago28:54

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Today: The Middle East is at a breaking point, as Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu continues to dig his heels in on a ceasefire deal, Israeli hostages are executed, and tens of thousands of Palestinians suffer in Gaza. We talk with GBH News analyst Charlie Sennott. And, Josh Croke of Love Your Labels and Worcester Drag Queen Daishadore Famo…

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BPR Full Show 9/4: Penny Foolish 2:33:40

9d ago2:33:40

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Charlie Sennott, founder of the GroundTruth Project, to discuss the latest developments in Israel, Gaza and the West Bank. And we asked listeners about the start of school, about dress codes, phone rules and the price of school supplies. GBH executive arts editor Jared Bowen discusses "The Apprentice" Trump biopic, and the latest debate over AI in …

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Best Of BPR 9/03: Arrow Street Arts & So Long Summer 36:44

16d ago36:44

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Today: Jim and Margery broadcast live from the BPL. New arts nonprofit Arrow Street Arts is launching in Harvard Square this month with an 11-day festival. We speak with ASA founder David Altshuler, executive producer and ArrowFest curator Georgia Lyman and Boston drag star Candace Persuasion. Then, we open the lines to mourn the end of summer.…

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BPR Full Show 9/3: Back To Work! 2:36:41

15d ago2:36:41

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We opened the lines to catch up on politics. Trenni Casey, anchor/reporter for NBC Sports Boston, discussed the NCAA in crisis Sue O'Connell discussed Donald Trump's Arlington Cemetery photo-op Lee Pelton, The Boston Foundation, discussed the new academic year as it relates to political protests, affirmative action, etc. The Arrow Street Arts nonpr…

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Blueprint: Review Podcast Mk3 Ep 6 - August 2024 2:12:56

13d ago2:12:56

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David and Leon talk about Criterion's Wong Kar-wai Collection and Barb & Star Go To Vista Del Mar, as well as talking physical media in general.By Blueprint: Review

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BPR Full Show 8/23: Summer Wrap Up 2:44:59

21d ago2:44:59

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The Giver author Lois Lowry joined for a quick 5-minute chat ahead of an event at the BPL. She’ll return for a full 20 minutes on October 1. We opened the lines to discuss the DNC. Oompa and Naomi Westwater performed for Live Music Friday ahead of the free, female-centered We Make Noise festival Adam Reilly joined for a wrap-up of DNC coverage. Cor…

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BPR Full Show 8/22: That's My Dad 2:38:00

22d ago2:38:00

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NBC political director Chuck Todd joined live from the DNC. Then we opened the phone lines to talk about the non-toxic masculinity represented by Tim Walz. Boston Globe business columnist Shirley Leung discussed her recent column addressing policy disputes between Karen Spilka & Michelle Wu, auditor DiZoglio’s push for a ban on state-led NDAs, and …

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BPR Full Show 8/21: DNC Day 3 2:39:09

23d ago2:39:09

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The opened the show with thoughts on day three of the Democratic National Convention. GBH culture editor Jared Bowen discussed an economic whiplash for emerging artists, new documentaries on the lives of Elizabeth Taylor & Ol’ Dirty Bastard, and a weekly rundown of local arts & culture. Harvard national security expert Juliette Kayyem discussed flo…

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BPR Full Show 8/20: Biden's Spotlight 2:32:36

1M ago2:32:36

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We opened the lines to talk about night one of the DNC Trenni Casey, NBC Sports Boston anchor/reporter, discussed the case of a transgender teen in NH who wants to play on her school's soccer team Sue O'Connell discussed night one of the DNC Dr. Katherine Gergen Barnett explained the latest mpox strain Tibisay Zea, reporter for The World, discusses…

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Best Of BPR 8/19/24: Adam Reilly Previews The DNC & Andrew Gottlieb On Protecting Cape Cod 35:33

25d ago35:33

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Today: Andrea Cabral fills in for Jim Braude. GBH reporter and host Adam Reilly is on the ground in Chicago; he previews the National Democratic Convention ahead of opening night. Andrew Gottlieb is executive director of the Association to Protect Cape Cod, an advocacy group vehemently opposed to a proposed machine gun range on the cape currently w…

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BPR Full Show 8/15: Water Country! 2:38:41

25d ago2:38:41

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NBC political director Chuck Todd gave his national political roundup. Then we opened up the phone and text lines to talk about AI deepfakes. Are you scared of their political impact? Retired federal judge Nancy Gertner discussed the latest developments in Trump's legal cases, and Biden's latest push on student debt relief. Tech writer Andy Ihnatko…

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BPR Full Show 8/19: DNC Day One 2:39:59

25d ago2:39:59

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GBH's Political Reporter Adam Reilly called in from the DNC. Then we opened the lines to hear thoughts about the DNC from listeners. Andrew Gottlieb of the Association to Protect Cape Cod discussed his group's opposition to the National Guard's proposed machine gun range. Medical ethicist Art Caplan discussed new price limits for a number of medica…

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Best Of BPR 8/16: Boston Lyric Opera & Private Equity Coming For Your Pets 30:40

1M ago30:40

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Today: Live Music Friday with Boston Lyric Opera, ahead of a free pop-up "Street Stage" show in Roxbury this weekend, in partnership with Hibernian Hall. And later in the show, the Globe’s Marcela Garcia discusses private equity’s hold on the pet industry.By WGBH Educational Foundation

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BPR Full Show 8/16: Influencers And The Election 2:34:49

1M ago2:34:49

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What influences you in your daily life? Celebrities, influencers, late night show hosts? We opened the lines to discuss. It was Live Music Friday with the Boston Lyric Opera, ahead of a free pop-up "Street Stage" show in Roxbury this weekend. Bradley Vernatter, CEO and General Director of BLO, Haris Lefteri, creative director of Hibernian Hall, and…

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Best Of BPR 8/15: Imari Paris Jeffries On Hope & JG Wentworth On Your Mind 33:15

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Today: Andrea Cabral fills in for Margery. We talk with Imari Paris Jeffries of Embrace Boston about the politics of hope, and a need to fundamentally change our political habits – if you want to start eating better, you’ve got to stop buying potato chips. And, we subject you all to the New England jingles that live rent free in our brains. Who eve…