Best Wgbh Educational Foundation Podcasts (2023)

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 6/7: A talk with Laurent Bili, the French Ambassador to the US 2:38:53

2h ago2:38:53

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PGA Golf has merged with LIV Golf. We asked listeners about their reactions and if the saying “money is the root of evil” is true. French Ambassador to the US Laurent Bili joined ahead of a meeting with Mayor Wu. He also attended the BIO International Convention this week. Medical ethicist Art Caplan discussed Merck suing the US government to stop …

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 6/6: Public Display of Guster 2:39:09

12m ago2:39:09

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NBC Sports Boston anchor/reporter Trenni Casey discussed the French Open and updates on Harvard’s investigation into their former women’s hockey coach. We opened the phones to hear about new bike lanes in West Roxbury and Boston’s jaywalking reputation. Who are the streets for? And what do listeners think about adding more bike lanes and other traf…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 6/5: Tracking Boston's Innovation History 2:42:46

24m ago2:42:46

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Today on Boston Public Radio: Jesse Mermell and Charlie Chieppo join for a politics panel discussing the debt ceiling deal, President Biden’s fall, and more. Then we opened the lines to hear from listeners about Biden’s age and whether it matters to voters. Michael Curry discusses Compass Medical’s abrupt closure, struggling independent pediatric p…

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Under the Radar with Callie Crossley

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Three local librarians share their top summer reading picks 58:00

1d ago58:00

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Summer 2023 is upon us, and we're ready to bury our faces in a book we can’t wait to read. As bestselling author Stephen King notes, “books are a uniquely portable magic,” and they're often on the move during the summer months: jammed into jean pockets, lining beach towels, and stacked up on vacation bedside tables. For our annual summer reading sp…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 6/2: Spelling Bee 2:44:12

2d ago2:44:12

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The 2023 Scripps spelling bee crowned it’s winner, Dev Shah, last night. So we held our own spelling bee and challenged the brave callers. Comedian and podcaster Jamie Loftus has written her first book called Raw Dog, a comprehensive exploration of the beloved hot dog. She joined to discuss. Sue O’Connell talked Pride Month in Boston, as well 83-ye…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 6/1 We Mustache You A Question 2:44:18

4d ago2:44:18

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Chuck Todd talked about the debt ceiling agreement and other D.C. headlines. We opened the phone lines to talk Pride Month: what do people think of corporations co-opting Pride, and those on the right lashing out on Pride-themed products and events? Andrea Cabral returned for her law & order roundup. This week it was legal paranoia in the Trump cir…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 5/31: Octopus Nightmare 2:44:15

5d ago2:44:15

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Should Massachusetts mandate sex education in schools? At the top of the hour we opened lines to hear what listeners had to say. State Senator Jason Lewis made an appearance. Medical ethicist Art Caplan explores the implications of a genetic test aimed at assessing the risk of heart disease and heart attacks in younger individuals. Additionally, he…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 5/30: The Weight of Succession 2:44:13

6d ago2:44:13

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The Celtics ended their playoff run with a loss to the Heat last night. So, we opened the phone lines to ask listeners about the pain of losing. And, what was harder to watch … the Celtics, or the end of Succession? NBC Sports Boston reporter Trenni Casey discussed the Celtics' loss last night. Plus, how wartime politics are making its way into the…

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Detours

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To Utah Beach and Back – How a World War II helmet revealed a Naval hero in Normandy and the memorial efforts across two countries to document this veteran’s story. 30:07

8d ago30:07

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A World War II Navy helmet brought to GBH’s Antiques Roadshow, and used for years as a decorative planter, was revealed to be that of the US Naval officer in charge at Utah Beach during the allied landing in Normandy. Appraiser Jeff Shrader carefully inspected the helmet. What did his analysis along with an archived diary and other accounts from mu…

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Under the Radar with Callie Crossley

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Why 37,369 flags will wave in the Boston Common this Memorial Day 24:03

8d ago24:03

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For over a decade, hundreds of volunteers have convened on the Boston Common to plant tens of thousands of flags in the leadup to Memorial Day. This year, 37,369 have been placed in the park, each one representing a service member from Massachusetts who gave their life since the Revolutionary War. The Massachusetts Military Heroes Fund created the …

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Under the Radar with Callie Crossley

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Retirement? As if! Why some aren't saving because of an uncertain future 33:48

8d ago33:48

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Why bother saving for retirement when the world is ending? The climate change crisis, sky-high inflation and political turmoil are driving some young people to spend for today instead of saving up for an uncertain future. A recent survey found that nearly 75% of Gen Zers prefer higher quality of life than extra money in savings. Another revealed th…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 5/26: "Ask the Governor" with Maura Healey 2:44:14

10d ago2:44:14

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As we head into the Memorial Day weekend, we started off by asking listeners how they plan to celebrate the holiday. And whether they are taking any special precautions to avoid wild animal encounters. Workman Song is a Martha’s Vineyard-based Americana band. They joined for Live Music Friday ahead of their performance at Boston Calling. Sue O’Conn…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 5/25: Remembering Tina Turner 2:44:17

11d ago2:44:17

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Ron DeSantis announced that he’s running for president in a conversation with Elon Musk that was filled with technical issues. We opened the lines to hear from listeners on their thoughts on the perfectly time glitches. EJ Dionne will discuss his latest columns in the Washington Post. He'll focus on what's going on in DC and Congress. Andrea Cabral…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 5/24: The Chew 2:44:13

12d ago2:44:13

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Elon Musk and Florida governor Ron DeSantis are reportedly announcing DeSantis’ bid for president today…on twitter. We asked listeners whether Musk’s actions have changed their use of the social media platform. Peggy Shukur (New England ADL) and Idit Klein (Keshet) discussed the ADL’s new report on extremism in Massachusetts. Juliette Kayyem weighe…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 5/23: Fashionably Comfortable 2:44:15

13d ago2:44:15

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The U.S. Surgeon General has issued an advisory on a mental health crisis. We asked listeners how they believe social media is impacting children and teens. Trenni Casey discussed the passing of Rick Hoyt, an iconic figure in the Boston Marathon who passed away at the age of 61, as well as her experience at the Taylor Swift concert. Victor RosaTrio…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 5/22: First Class, Up in the Sky 2:43:53

14d ago2:43:53

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It’s graduation season. We had listeners call in to share who their commencement speakers were. Michael Curry & Jennifer Nassour joined for a politics panel. They discussed the fallout from the Rachael Rollins scandal, budget talks in Washington, Dianne Feinstein & more… Former Federal Judge Nancy Gertner defended the advisory committee that recomm…

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MASTERPIECE Studio

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Solly McLeod Makes His MASTERPIECE Debut With Tom Jones 26:43

15d ago26:43

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WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for Tom Jones episode 4. Solly McLeod joins the podcast to discuss his meteoric rise as an actor and how he relates to his Tom Jones character, as we bid a fond farewell to this joyful coming-of-age love story.By MASTERPIECE

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Under the Radar with Callie Crossley

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'Join or Die' argues the fate of America depends on joining a club 23:14

15d ago23:14

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“Join or Die.” It’s the urgent title of a new documentary about “America’s civic unraveling,” as the filmmakers describe it, arguing that the country’s long decline in community connections is undermining America's democracy. The film centers around the research of Robert Putnam, the retired Harvard social scientist, whose book “Bowling Alone: the …

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Under the Radar with Callie Crossley

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Cape Cod's proposed machine gun range in the cross hairs of new EPA report 34:38

15d ago34:38

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The long controversial push for a proposed machine gun range on Cape Cod might be struck down by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The range would reduce the amount of time it takes soldiers at Joint Base Cape Cod to complete their training, says the Massachusetts Army National Guard — they currently have to travel hours to perform required…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 5/19: Grandma's Advice 2:44:12

17d ago2:44:12

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Overall, birth rates are declining. Yet, women having kids in their forties increased. We began the show by asking listeners why they think women are waiting to have kids. Dr. Katherine Gergen Barnett joined to discuss life "post-COVID", Biden-Harris' administration efforts to combat the mental health crisis in the nation and more. She’s the Vice C…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 5/18: Comeback 2:39:46

18d ago2:39:46

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Rachel Rollins is in the headlines. We wanted to hear thoughts from listeners if and when someone can come back from disgrace. Ron Mitchell and Mel Miller discuss the leadership change at the Bay State Banner. Andrea Cabral addresses an ethics probe into Rachael Rollins' conduct as US Attorney, leading to her resignation. Shirley Leung from the Bos…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 5/17: Boston in 100 words 2:44:15

19d ago2:44:15

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We opened the lines to hear what people think about Elon Musk’s comment on how working from home highlights income inequality and is immoral. Medical ethicist Art Caplan discussed new research revealing increased brain activity prior to death, and the FDA's lift of the blood donation ban on gay and bisexual men. National security expert Juliette Ka…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 5/16: Taylor Swift Takeover 2:44:01

20d ago2:44:01

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Foxborough trains have sold out due to a Taylor Swift concert that’s taking place this weekend. Updates on the Sports scene in boston from Trenni Casey, anchor/reporter for NBC Sports Boston She discussed the Celtics moving forward and a Washington Post report on the Harvard football players whose lives were upended by CTE. GBH executive arts edito…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 5/15: Third Time's a Charm 2:40:11

20d ago2:40:11

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Summer is around the corner and school’s about to be out. So should older kids be obligated to work or go to summer camp? We opened the lines to hear from listeners. Carolyn Beeler, a journalist from The World , shares details about their journalism initiative called The Big Fix, which aims to explore global solutions for addressing climate change.…

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MASTERPIECE Studio

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Pearl Mackie Appreciates Honour’s Frankness and Empathy 30:12

22d ago30:12

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Honour Newton isn’t your typical lady’s maid. She’s outspoken and frank, but always provides unwavering support to her lovesick mistress Sophia Western, despite some very uncomfortable situations. Actor Pearl Mackie joins the podcast to discuss how her Tom Jones character strikes a balance between honesty and duty.…

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Detours

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Encore: The King of Fakes Gets Faked 33:40

22d ago33:40

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In 2013, GBH’s Antiques Roadshow appraiser John Buxton met a guest claiming to have an ancient Mayan carving. Buxton’s gut said this was a fake but the guest had paperwork proving otherwise. Is it possible Buxton’s instinct was right all along? DETOURS host Adam dives into the deceitful world of forged artifacts, following a story that still eludes…

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Under the Radar with Callie Crossley

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Is Gen-Z trading pharmaceuticals for supplements? 23:25

22d ago23:25

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Herbs, supplements, yoga, and massage therapy are some of the ways people use home remedies to improve their health instead of the typical doctor’s prescription. But these holistic health practices have become a popular alternative medicine industry with professionals that promote preventative medicine. These practices are not new and have been aro…

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Under the Radar with Callie Crossley

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New climate report reveals many Massachusetts homes are vulnerable to flooding 34:25

22d ago34:25

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A new report finds Massachusetts storms have grown in frequency and severity since the early 1900s. The number of intense, two-day storms has increased by 74% — and that means many homes are becoming more vulnerable to flooding. "The first thing that comes to my mind is the health implication of this," said Dr. Gaurab Basu, co-director of the Cente…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 5/12: Mothers and Mayors 2:43:54

24d ago2:43:54

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This Sunday is Mother’s Day. We started the show by hearing from listeners about the state of motherhood in 2023. Mary Callahan and Leisie Kelly are two of the performers behind Speakeasy Stage Company’s The Prom, currently showing through June. It’s a musical about washed up actors who infiltrate small-town Indiana, and the chaos that unfolds when…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 5/11: Keeping the Train on the Tracks 2:07:02

25d ago2:07:02

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We asked listeners to call in with their thoughts on last night’s CNN town hall with Donald Trump. Andy Ihnatko joined to debrief yesterday’s Google I/O conference, plus, gave updates on the White House’s efforts to reign in on AI. Andrea Cabral covered the George Santos indictment and how former Boston Police Union head Dana Pullman is getting 2.5…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 5/10: Beetlejuice and Bill McKibben 2:07:46

26d ago2:07:46

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A Manhattan jury found Donald Trump liable for sexually abusing and defaming the author E. Jean Carroll. What impact will this verdict have on his presidential run? Will these allegations of sexual abuse convince undecided voters to look elsewhere for a president, or is this ignorable “locker room talk”? We asked listeners for their opinion. Medica…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 5/9: Christmas Tree Shops 2:03:58

27d ago2:03:58

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New Hampshire will now mandate that all schools in the state must teach cursive and multiplication tables. We asked our listeners if they agree with the mandate and believe cursive is important. Trenni Casey, anchor/reporter for NBC Sports Boston, discussed the 7 horses dead at Churchill Downs leading up to the Kentucky Derby, a matchmaking experie…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 5/8: The G.O.A.T. is a Horse 2:05:37

28d ago2:05:37

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A new poll from ABC News/Washington Post finds 44% of respondents would "definitely" or "probably" vote for Donald Trump in 2024...yet 55% thinks he should be indicted. Is Biden in serious trouble for re-election? We asked listeners why they think Trump is currently the frontrunner. Shirley Leung joined to talk about the end of the road for the Chr…

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MASTERPIECE Studio

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Sophie Wilde Has Always Loved Period Dramas 28:59

29d ago28:59

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Tom Jones co-star Sophie Wilde reflects on what it means for her character, Sophia Western, to take charge of her own journey in defiance of her family—and society's expectations—in pursuit of her one true love.By MASTERPIECE

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Under the Radar with Callie Crossley

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'Welcome to the Circus of Baseball' author pitches the minor leagues as America's true pastime 25:03

29d ago25:03

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1994 was a notable year in American sports. The New York Rangers took home the Stanley Cup, Olympic skater Nancy Kerrigan was violently attacked on the ice (the culprit later identified as an associate of competing skater Tonya Harding), and Major League Baseball’s World Series was canceled. But over with the minor league team, the Asheville Touris…

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Under the Radar with Callie Crossley

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What will the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency mean for the future of COVID care? 32:49

29d ago32:49

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The national COVID-19 public health emergency is coming to an end on May 11, and it’s taking with it access to free COVID tests and vaccines. The emergency has been in place since January 2020 and has been renewed several times over the last three years. Its end is not only symbolic; it also might mean a drastically different level of care for COVI…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 5/5: "Ask the Attorney General" with Andrea Joy Campbell 2:18:58

1M ago2:18:58

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There’s a British Royal Coronation for the first time in 70 years, with 74 year-old King Charles officially assuming the throne of Great Britain. Are you paying attention to the royal event? We opened the lines to see if people are getting ready to tune in or tune out. Michael Abels is and Michael Ellis Ingram are the co-composer and conductor for …

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 5/4: To Rent or Not to Rent? 2:03:47

1M ago2:03:47

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Chuck Todd on the latest out of Washington. Andrea Cabral on the leaked Tucker Carlson text messages that proved Carlson’s racist impulses, Jordan Neely’s death and more. Paul Reville talked about higher education moving towards not requiring SATs for admission applications, the closure of the Cambridge Matignon School, GPA errors for BPS and other…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 5/3: After, After Hours 2:44:34

1M ago2:44:34

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We opened the show by asking listeners their take on Boston’s expanded Open Streets program. We spoke with Oliver Stone and Joshua Goldstein to discuss “Nuclear Now”, a new film based on Goldstein’s book “A Bright Future”. It makes the case for nuclear energy as a solution to climate change. Then, we asked listeners to call in with their thoughts o…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 5/2: A fun time with Steven Page Trio 2:43:43

1M ago2:43:43

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The Godfather of AI recently quit Google and said he regretted his work. If he’s concerned about the fast development of AI, are you? NBC Sports Boston anchor/reporter Trenni Casey talked about the Bruins’ loss, the Celtics and more. National security expert Juliette Kayyem dove into the Texas mass shooting and described why she thinks we haven’t c…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 5/1: Please, Won't You Be My Neighbor? 2:44:17

1M ago2:44:17

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Is American's gun problem rooted in fear of strangers? Maybe the first step to solving our culture of fear is to say 'hi' to your neighbor. We asked listeners whether they agreed. Are all these shootings from our fear of others? The new Massachusetts political party chairs Amy Carnevale (R) and Steve Kerrigan (D) join us for a panel discussion. GBH…

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MASTERPIECE Studio

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Screenwriter Gwyneth Hughes Delivers Joy With Her Tom Jones 30:48

1M ago30:48

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Gwyneth Hughes is no stranger to serious period dramas, but wanted to try something more lighthearted and romantic. Hughes discusses the decisions and joys of adapting Henry Fielding’s 1,000-page, deeply human, mother of all rom coms into four episodes of pure sunshine.By MASTERPIECE

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Detours

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Encore: That Time the FBI Called 24:40

1M ago24:40

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Photographs of Edgar Allan Poe are incredibly rare. The famed writer sat for portraits only a few times, resulting in eight unique images, known as daguerreotypes. When one appeared on the TV show in Omaha, NE it seemed too good to be true. Then the FBI called. It’s a tale never shared before on TV. And but for this podcast may be shared nevermore.…

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Under the Radar with Callie Crossley

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From slams to sidewalks, poetry is alive in Greater Boston 27:37

1M ago27:37

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While April may be the cruelest month, it’s an exciting time for poetry. From Jamaica Plain to Cambridge, the Boston area is flush with open mics and poetry slams — and over the last few years, it seems like poetry has been winning the hearts and minds of young and old alike. A study found the amount of young people reading poetry almost doubled fr…

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Under the Radar with Callie Crossley

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How American English has borrowed, stolen, and evolved into an imperial language 30:15

1M ago30:15

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Language is perhaps our most powerful tool. It has been improved, imposed and modified widely over time. From James Baldwin, to the first settlers in the Plymouth Colony, to beat poets, to hip-hop artists, American English in all its forms has become a global, and imperial language. "Words are never static, they go through changes, and in fact, cha…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 4/28: Not All Senators Are Jocks 2:44:21

1M ago2:44:21

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Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse joined to discuss about his career-long mission to confront dark money in politics, with a focus this week on Clarence Thomas and other gift-receivers on the Supreme Court. We opened the phone lines to ask listeners whether it’s a problem that no one in America seems to care about Supreme Court ethics. Michael Curry discusse…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 4/27: AI Music 2:44:23

1M ago2:44:23

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Three famous media figures have been let go from their networks all falling from grace over how they treated, and talked about, women at their companies. Is the me-too movement still alive? We opened the lines to hear from listeners. Chuck Todd on the latest political headlines. Andrea Cabral weighs in on the E. Jean Carrol trial, also an SJC rulin…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 4/26: Reclaiming Satan 2:44:25

1M ago2:44:25

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Today on Boston Public Radio: Can helicopter parenting stunt your child’s independence? We opened the lines to discuss. Medical ethicist Art Caplan discussed the states restricting gender treatment for transgender adults; and the Florida surgeon general altering key findings on a study on COVID vaccine safety. National security expert Juliette Kayy…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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BPR Full Show 4/25: The End of Tucker and Tupperware? 2:44:06

1M ago2:44:06

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Brian Stelter, a Special Correspondent at Vanity Fair, joined on zoom to discuss the departures of Tucker Carlson from Fox and Don Lemon from CNN. Then, we opened the phone lines to get listener’s reactions to the news. Do these firings mark a shift in media ahead of the 2024 election, or are we navel gazing? NBC Sports Boston anchor and reporter T…

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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'Dope Labs' are creating a new film with Boston’s Museum of Science 23:18

1M ago23:18

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"Dope Labs" is a podcast that mixes “hardcore science with pop culture and a healthy dose of friendship." For hosts (and friends) Titi Shodiya and Zakiya Whatley, the goal is to make science appealing, and visible, to everyone. “One of the things that’s really important for Zakiya and I, is bringing science to the people,” said Shodiya on Boston Pu…

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