Today on Boston Public Radio:
– We opened lines to talk with listeners about the disconnect between President Trump’s words and actions around COVID-19.
– Dr. Ken Duckworth from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts spoke about the troubling mental health risks brought by the pandemic, and responded to questions from callers.
– Writer and Brigham & Women’s Hospital physician Dr. Daniela Lamas discussed the easing of her hospital’s visitor policy to help grieving families and talked about the long-term physical and mental impact of prolonged stays in an ICU.
– TV expert Bob Thompson reviewed Jerry Seinfeld’s new stand-up special and commemorated the life of comedian Jerry Stiller.
– We reopened our lines to continue the coronavirus conversation with listeners, ahead of Gov. Charlie Baker’s Monday press conference.
– We aired live audio of the governor’s press conference.