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Volker Türk, United Nations high commissioner on human rights
Harvard national security expert Juliette Kayyem
GBH executive arts editor Jared Bowen
State auditor Diana DiZoglio
Recent segments
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Journalists explain the ‘chaos and joy’ in Syria after rebels toppled Assad regime
The fall of the Assad regime ends a brutal dictatorship, but questions remain over the future of peace in Syria and the Middle East. -
Massachusetts' first Latino-owned brewery is all about bringing people together
Roundhead Brewing Company was founded in 2022 by Luis Espinoza and Craig Panzer. The brewery blends Latin-inspired brewing with a community-focused mission, aiming to create cerveza que reúine — beer that brings people together. -
An MIT economist's take on Trump's proposed tariffs
Tariffs are meant to hold countries accountable and increase domestic manufacturing, but there could be costs to consumers and the economy. -
Rep. Pressley and Sen. Whitehouse weigh in on President Biden's pardon of Hunter Biden
Rhode Island Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse criticized Biden’s reasoning for pardoning his son, while Massachusetts Rep. Ayanna Pressley defended Biden's right to pardon his son but urged the president to use his executive powers to address sentencing disparities. -
Black Friday crowds fade as online spending hits record high
Boston Globe columnist Shirley Leung noted that Black Friday's excitement has changed, as fewer people lined up for early-morning sales. Instead, online shopping saw record sales. -
Sen. Markey urges Biden to issue preemptive pardons ahead of Trump's inauguration
The senator believes Trump will act in a revengeful way "towards individuals who he believes harmed him.”
Listen to previous shows
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Best Of BPR 2/29: Medicaid Is Shrinking & The Moon Is Totally Eclipsing The Sun
Best Of BPR 2/29: Medicaid Is Shrinking & The Moon Is Totally Eclipsing The Sun -
BPR Full Show 2/29: Maybe Be Less Self-less
BPR Full Show 2/29: Maybe Be Less Self-less -
Best Of BPR 2/28: Boston Drops Plans To Move O'Bryant School & Talking With Whales
Best Of BPR 2/28: Boston Drops Plans To Move O'Bryant School & Talking With Whales -
BPR Full Show 2/28: White Stadium Renovations
BPR Full Show 2/28: White Stadium Renovations -
BPR Full Show 2/27: Ask the AG & Ask the Gov
BPR Full Show 2/27: Ask the AG & Ask the Gov