What Should ‘Re-Opening’ Look Like On The Cape & Islands?
Businesses across Massachusetts are awaiting re-opening guidelines from Governor Charlie Baker, which he plans to release in more detail on Monday. One region that is particularly anxious is the Cape & Islands, given the local economy’s reliance on summer tourism. To discuss, Emily Rooney was joined by Gary Thulander, managing director of the Chatham Bars Inn; Claire Adams, co-owner of the Salty Market in Truro; and state senator Julian Cyr, who represents the Cape & Islands.
Dissecting The Dangerous “Plandemic” Conspiracy Theory
The internet can be a virtual sewer of misinformation, hoaxes, and ignorant bunk. Even platforms that claim a commitment to stopping the spread of falsehoods, like Facebook, have a history of failing to do so. Now, a new conspiracy theory has surfaced: the “plandemic,” which alleges that coronavirus was engineered to increase vaccinations and make pharmaceutical companies rich. To discuss, Emily Rooney was joined by Adam Reilly of WGBH News; former CNN White House correspondent Dan Lothian; and Joanna Weiss of Northeastern University’s Experience Magazine.
The Boston Globe Tries A Respite From Bad News
The Boston Globe is trying to appeal to readers who might be tiring of dreary headlines: a serialized novel from local author Ben Mezrich. It’s an interesting approach for a business devoted to the truth and increasingly under attack for ‘fake news.’ Is it a winning strategy? To discuss, Emily Rooney was joined by Adam Reilly of WGBH News; former CNN White House correspondent Dan Lothian; and Joanna Weiss of Northeastern University’s Experience Magazine.
Rants & Raves: 05/15/20
The panel reviews the week in news. On this week’s combined edition of Greater Boston/Beat The Press, Emily Rooney was joined by Adam Reilly of WGBH News; former CNN White House correspondent Dan Lothian; and Joanna Weiss of Northeastern University’s Experience Magazine.
