Today on Boston Public Radio:
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu took questions from listeners on topics including the state of Boston’s public schools, the latest at Mass. and Cass and failures that led to former Boston Police Union President Patrick Rose remaining on patrol after reports of child sexual assault. Wu is the mayor of Boston.
Trenni Kusnierek discussed the most recent Celtics win, the murder of elite cyclist Anna Moriah Wilson and controversy over Qatar hosting the World Cup due to its anti-LGBTQ policies. Kusnierek is a reporter and anchor for NBC Sports Boston, and a weekly Boston Public Radio contributor.
Then, we asked listeners their thoughts on the Celtics’ playoffs run.
Melissa Etheridge previewed her upcoming concerts, and recalls her three months at Berklee College of Music and her experience coming out as lesbian. Etheridge is a multiple Grammy-winning singer-songwriter and activist. She’s coming to town to perform at Boston’s City Winery on June 5, 6, 8 and 9.
Mark Esper talked about his recent book, insights from his time working in the Trump administration and whether he thinks former President Donald Trump could find success running in 2024. Esper is the former Secretary of Defense under Trump. His new memoir is “A Sacred Oath: Memoirs of a Secretary of Defense During Extraordinary Times.”
John King updated listeners on the state of national politics, including the recent slew of Republican primaries, and concerns over Pennsylvania Democratic Senate nominee John Fetterman’s health following a stroke. King is CNN's chief national correspondent and anchor of "Inside Politics,” which airs weekdays and Sunday mornings at 8 a.m.
We ended the show by asking listeners whether they’re ready to return to concerts this summer.
