Today on Boston Public Radio:

Michelle Singletary talked about the effect of COVID-19 on Social Security retirement funds, and her recent column on the financial impact of vaccine refusal on unvaccinated individuals. Singletary is a nationally syndicated columnist for The Washington Post, whose award-winning column "The Color of Money" provides insight into the world of personal finance.

Michelle Singletary on BPR | Sept. 21, 2021

Michael Curry discussed latest efforts to combat vaccine hesitancy, and the importance of considering racial and socioeconomic equity when thinking about vaccine mandates. Curry is the president and CEO of the Massachusetts League of Community Health Centers and a member of Gov. Charlie Baker’s COVID Vaccine Advisory Group. He’s also a member of the National NAACP Board of Directors and chair of the board’s advocacy and policy committee.

Michael Curry on BPR | Sept. 21, 2021

Trenni Kusnierek gave an update on all things sports, including the Boston Bruins’ fully vaccinated status and the Red Sox’ lack thereof. She also discussed the World Anti-Doping Agency’s announcement that they will reconsider marijuana as a banned substance, following runner Sha’Carri Richardson’s suspension amid the summer Olympics. Kusnierek is an anchor and reporter for NBC Sports Boston, as well as a Boston Public Radio contributor.

Trenni Kusnierek on BPR | Sept. 21, 2021

Attorney General Maura Healey answered questions from listeners in this month’s Ask the AG, including about lack of access to RealID licenses for immigrants and combatting overdose deaths in Black and Brown communities. Maura Healey is the Massachusetts Attorney General.

AG Maura Healey on BPR | Sept. 21, 2021