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Bringing you conversations with library workers, authors, community superstars and other neighbors around the Ocean State and beyond about their current favorite books, TV and movies, and all the big things they are doing in our little state! Overdueing It is funded in part by the RI Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. Overdueing It: The Rhode Island Librar ...
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Welcome to the AI Wave: The Revolution From The Ocean State, the podcast that explores the impact of artificial intelligence on businesses in Rhode Island and beyond. Our mission is to empower businesses of all sizes, local policymakers, and Rhode Islanders with the knowledge and tools they need to harness the power of AI. We'll be diving into AI-driven marketing strategies, discussing how AI can revolutionize industries like tourism, manufacturing, and healthcare, and bringing in experts to ...
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A weekly podcast from The Boston Globe on what’s bubbling in Rhode Island news. In-depth interviews with newsmakers, perspective and analysis from Globe Rhode Island reporters, and intimate conversations with community members across the state.
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Wicked Rhody: Rhode Island 's Events and Life in Providence, Newport, and the Divine Ocean State
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A Rhode Island podcast hosted by Mary Larsen and Benjamin DeCastro, we want you to know about all the amazing current events, places, food, music, and people of the biggest little state in the union. Whether you are a tourist, or a long time resident who refuses to drive more than fifteen minutes without an overnight bag, we'll have something special in store for you on our show. It's wicked good, wicked fun, Wicked Rhody. Rhode Island 's premiere podcast! Listen each week to hear about even ...
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Welcome to Anchored: a Rhody-themed, podcast-styled, low sodium option for the Ocean State’s sea-saltiest opinions. We’re your hosts, Shay and Elise, and we’re two former Rhode Island tour guides with a deep – and sometimes burdensome – love for the littlest state. Despite outgrowing the things that pulled us to Lil’ Rhody from our Pacific Northwest and Midwest roots, we’ve stayed the course and adopted The Lively Experiment as our home. Every other week we’ll throw our edutainer caps back o ...
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Why is Rhode Island warehousing kids at a psychiatric hospital?
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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 RIRhode Island. She joins us to talk about what she found, a…
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Preparing Students with Professor AI Tim Henry
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Welcome to the latest episode of AI Wave! We're thrilled to have Dr. Tim Henry, an AI professor from Rhode Island College. In this episode, Dr. Henry shares his journey from a young tech enthusiast to Coast Guard serviceman, and eventually to an acclaimed academic and industry expert. We'll dive into the potential of AI in higher education, emphasi…
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02 - Raul the Third - Live at RI Library Association Conference
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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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What happened at the RI General Assembly last week?
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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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Building the 'International Space Station of the Ocean'
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We were thrilled to be joined by Lisa Marrocchino, the CEO of Proteus Ocean Group, to discuss their mission of building a state-of-the-art modular underwater habitat observatory.By Rhode Island: The Ocean State
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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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AI for Enhanced Learning: Insights from Travis Escobar
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Travis Escobar is the Vice President of the Providence School Board and a key advocate for millennial engagement here in Rhode Island. In this episode, we dive deep into the intersection of artificial intelligence and education. Whether you're an educator, student, or simply intrigued by the future of AI, this episode is packed with a great discuss…
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'Everybody's really curious about golf now': Providence youth take to the links
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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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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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Judge Melissa DuBose on joining the US District Court
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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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Sam Saarinen's Vision for Sustainable and Adaptable Education with AI
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In the second episode of our AI + Education Series, we discuss ideas on education reform, emphasizing the need for curriculum changes to integrate employability skills. We touch on neuroscience, statistics, computing education, and more. Sam Saarinen is a dynamic entrepreneur, has a doctorate in applied AI from Brown University, and is the founder …
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City by the Rising Sea: Climate change and Newport's mansions
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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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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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Navigating the AI Landscape in Education with Lance Eaton
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In the first episode of our AI + Education Series, we uncover the potential of AI to revolutionize educational systems! We discuss how Lance uses AI to personalize learning while supporting educators, plus the importance of involving students in AI policy-making. If you're passionate about the future of education and the role of technology, then be…
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Senator Jack Reed on Gaza, Ukraine, and the Washington Bridge
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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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Earlier this week, our own Dan McGowan and Brian Amaral moderated a live conversation about the Blue Economy and Rhode Island’s sustainable future. The panel featured Patty DiOrio, VP and head of project development, Americas at Ørsted; and Bill Fazioli, managing director of program and business development at the Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank. …
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Bonus Episode: Resilience in RI's Food Ecosystem
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Earlier this week, our own Alexa Gagosz moderated a live conversation about Climate and Business Resilience in Rhode Island's Food Ecosystem. The panel featured Ester Bishop, who is the co-owner, chef, and farmer at Gnarly Vines Farm; Ben Sukle, the chef and owner at Oberlin and Gift Horse restaurants in Providence; and Robert Andreozzi, the chef-o…
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The man who ran down every street in Providence
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Today, we’re getting out of the studio and putting on our running shoes to talk with Mark Sheeran. He’s an ultra-marathoner who’s spent the past few months running down every street in Providence. He invited Ed to tag along as he finished up one of his last runs. Tips and ideas? Email us at rinews@globe.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/…
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Discussing the '100% Fish' initiative (and more) with the Iceland Ocean Cluster
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In this episode we learn about how bluetech innovation is advancing in other parts of the world. We spoke with Alexandra Leeper, PhD, who is managing director for innovation at Iceland’s Ocean Cluster in Reykjavik, which has been bringing together diverse companies that are creating value in the ocean ecosystem. She told us about the Cluster’s grow…
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Misinformation is biggest threat, says R.I. elections director Miguel Nuñez
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Rhode Island’s Board of Elections has a new executive director – but he’s no stranger to the job. Miguel Nuñez has been working for the board for nearly 25 years. He took the top spot in February, breaking ground as the board's first Latino executive director. Miguel talks with Ed about leading the BOE, and the biggest threat he sees coming up in t…
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Building an AI-Driven Business with Bradley Adams: Lessons from Aerogami's Co-Founder
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In this episode we delve into Bradley's entrepreneurial journey, the integration of AI in business operations, and the importance of persisting through challenges. This episode is packed with discussions on innovation, the future of AI in the insurance industry, and the thriving entrepreneurial spirit in Rhode Island. So tune in, as we uncover the …
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'A total agony': one teen describes living at St. Mary’s Home for Children
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St. Mary’s Home for Children in North Providence has been in the news since January when the state's Office of the Child Advocate released a scathing report about conditions there. Our own Amanda Milkovits has been following the story ever since. She’s recently talked with a family whose grandchild has been a resident there for a year. They say thi…
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Every year, Rhode Islanders read the same book as a part of the Reading Across Rhode Island program.This year’s selection is Solito- a memoir by Javier Zamora. It tells the true story of Javier’s journey from El Salvador to The United States as an unaccompanied nine-year-old.Javier joins Ed in the studio, along with Maureen Nagle, education chair o…
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The Future of Engineering in the Age of AI: Insights from Ali Jobe
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In this episode of the AI Wave podcast, we tackle the possibilities and challenges of AI for engineers. Join us as we explore the exciting and evolving landscape of AI in engineering with Ali Jobe on this episode of AI Wave. LINKS: ➤ ➤ ➤ Connect with Ali Instagram ➤ / ali_jobe LinkedIn ➤ / ali-jobe ➤ ➤ ➤ Connect with Chris Twitter ➤ / trailblazecp …
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When reporters are working on important stories, they often use Rhode Island's Access for Public Records Act, or APRA. It gives them the ability to ask for government emails, data sets, or other documents. But APRA isn’t perfect. So, there’s a bill before the General Assembly to make it stronger. Ed talks with Colleen Cronin, a reporter who covers …
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What’s the plan for affordable housing in Rhode Island?
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It’s been a little over a year since Stefan Pryor became Rhode Island’s housing secretary, as housing affordability remains one of the top issues facing Rhode Islanders. So what is he doing about it? Steph Machado sat down with Pryor to find out. Tips and ideas? Email us at rinews@globe.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Calif…
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Can RI restaurants survive the Washington Bridge closure?
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For RI restaurants and food businesses, the overall cost of doing business is going up, and the closure of the Washington Bridge that carries Interstate 195 into and out of Providence has made matters worse. How are these companies going to survive? Alexa Gagosz talks with Kate Roberts, the owner of Easy Entertaining in Providence, to see how she’s…
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What is Rhode Island's AI Executive Order? Chris Parisi breaks this and the AI Task Force down!
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In today's episode, we dive deep into Rhode Island's AI Executive Order. Host Chris Parisi shares the 5 key components of the executive order, including: - data unification - appointing a chief data officer - establishing an AI center of excellence - training and education initiatives - the creation of an AI task force. Ride this AI wave with us as…
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Teenagers spend tons of time on their smart phones, and often they don’t stop even when they’re in class. To address that issue, some Rhode Island schools make students put their phones in locked pouches. Our own Steph Machado just finished a segment for Rhode Island PBS about this growing trend. She joins us in the studio to talk about what she le…
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Earlier this week, our own Dan McGowan and Steph Machado moderated a live conversation about the state of RI schools. The panel featured Central Falls Mayor Maria Rivera, Rhode Island Commissioner on Postsecondary Education Shannon Gilkey, and Rhode Island Deputy Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education Lisa Odom-Villella. If you couldn’t…
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Does soccer have a future in Rhode Island?
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If you want to know about the plans to bring minor league soccer to Pawtucket, Globe RI’s Brian Amaral is your man. He’s been covering the Tidewater Landing project from the beginning. Last weekend, he went to Rhode Island FC's home opener at its temporary home in Smithfield. Brian joins Ed to talk about the game, the team, and what he’s uncovered …
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Shipping, manufacturing and offshore wind, with Waterson Terminal Services
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Chris Waterson of Waterson Terminal Services, LLC joins the Blue Economy Podcast to discuss the rapid increase in vessel traffic at PROVPORT INC.By Rhode Island: The Ocean State
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Trump paid him to find election fraud. It didn't exist.
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Back in 2020, the Trump campaign hired Rhode-Islander and Moderate Party founder Ken Block to investigate widespread election fraud. Spoiler alert: He didn’t find any. But Ken did find data to explain why Trump really lost. He joins Ed to talk about his new book, "Disproven." Tips and ideas? Email us at rinews@globe.com. See Privacy Policy at https…
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It’s been nearly three months since the RI Department of Transportation shut down the westbound side of the Washington Bridge and it doesn’t look like it’s reopening anytime soon. Our own Steph Machado and Jim Hummel, the host of “A Lively Experiment” on Rhode Island PBS, give us the latest on this debacle. Tips and ideas? Email us at rinews@globe.…
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Imagine studying science or math in a different language. Many English learners in Rhode Island’s public schools face this challenge every day, and their numbers are growing. What is the state doing to help these students succeed? Guest host Dan McGowan talks with RI PBS reporter Michelle San Miguel and Providence School Board President Erlin Rogel…
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To celebrate Black History Month, we’re joined by Valerie Tutson, the executive director and festival director for Rhode Island Black Storytellers, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting the awareness, appreciation, and application of Black storytelling. She talks with Ed about her work, avoiding the trap of ‘trauma stories,’ and training a new generat…
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What RI’s lawmakers of color hope to accomplish this year
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Nearly 20 percent of General Assembly members belong to the Rhode Island Black, Latino, Indigenous, Asian American, and Pacific Islander Caucus. The caucus co-chair, Senator Jonathon Acosta of Central Falls, joins us to talk about some of his priorities, including police accountability, feeding more students, and raising taxes on the wealthiest hou…
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The $300B economic potential of Ocean Technology
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Continuing our series of interviews highlighting the Ocean Tech Hub of Southeastern New England, on this episode we take a look at the economic potential of the ocean technology sector at large, which is poised to grow by $300 billion in the next decade. Featuring: - Pete Rumsey, chief business development officer, URI Research Foundation - Ian Est…
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Putting local Latino stories on the main stage
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If you want to know something about Rhode Island’s Latino community, ask Marta Martinez. Marta is the executive director of Rhode Island Latino Arts and the founder of the Latino Oral History Project of Rhode Island. She’s spent decades collecting the stories of Spanish-speaking pioneers, leaders, and community members. Now, her oral history collec…
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Exploring the #OceanTechHub: Digital Twin Technology
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Presented by the Ocean Tech Hub of Southeastern New England, we take a close look at the value "Digital Twin Technology" can have when it comes to advancing ocean research to new heights. Featuring: Christian Cowan, executive director, URI Research Foundation Jeffrey Wilhelm, CEO, Infused Innovations Stephen Piper, Lead Client Partner, State of Rho…
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Rhode Island Should Listen to...New Jersey?? | AI Innovation in the Northeast
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This week our host Chris Parisi is going solo and talking about how New Jersey is already ahead of the game in AI...a place where Rhode Island SHOULD be. Check out this short episode and let us know in the comments why you think it's important that Rhode Island steps up to the AI plate...before we strike out looking. #rhodeisland #artificialintelli…
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Colonel Oscar Perez on his first year as Providence police chief
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It’s been about a year since Oscar Perez became the new chief of the Providence Police Department — and the first Latino to hold the position. He joins the Globe's Steph Machado to talk about community policing, crime trends in the city, and what his appointment means to communities of color. Tips and ideas? Email us at rinews@globe.com. See Privac…
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Edesia Nutrition, a North Kingstown nonprofit that feeds malnourished children around the globe, got a big boost last year when the Bezos family made a donation worth nearly $140 million. Edesia founder and CEO Navyn Salem joins us to talk about how the money will help them serve many more kids, at a time when war and climate change are threatening…
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AI for Social Impact: Sam Azar's Take on Rhode Island's Nonprofit and Public Sectors
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This week our host Chris Parisi welcomes Sam Azar, CEO and Founder of Ascend Impact Advisers and the two get to talking about AI in the non-profit space, community buy-in and how Rhody's own Roger Williams Park played a role in his AI story. TIMESTAMPS! [00:00:00] Start of Episode [00:04:43] Pursuing AI for Social Impact [00:06:56] Leaving a Belove…
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It’s easy to assume that giving birth in the US is pretty low-risk. But according to a new documentary, women in America die of pregnancy-related causes at a rate that’s up to 10 times higher than countries such as Japan, Spain, and Germany. "The Risk of Giving Birth," a three-part series by Rhode Island PBS, digs into the dangers of pregnancy, esp…
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Ernie D on basketball, brotherhood, and life
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Providence College basketball hit the big time a little more than 50 years ago, when Ernie DiGregorio and Marvin Barnes led the team to its first Final Four tournament. Ernie D tells the story of that journey in a new book, "Star with a Broken Heart." We talk about the book, basketball, and his long friendship with Barnes and PC Coach Dave Gavitt. …
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What to expect at the RI State House this year
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Today is the first day of the 2024 legislative session. So what will lawmakers act on this year — housing, law enforcement accountability, guns, a new courthouse? We get some predictions and analysis from our own Steph Machado and Jim Hummel, host of “A Lively Experiment” on Rhode Island PBS. Tips and ideas? Email us at rinews@globe.com. See Privac…
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