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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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What To Watch While Social Distancing
For HBO subscribers Bob Thompson recommends the documentary “After Truth: Disinformation and the Cost of Fake News,” an intimate look at the impact of disinformation on real people. -
Shirley Leung: 'Recession Has Probably Already Started'
Boston's economy is taking a hit, as restaurants and hotels are forced to close. -
Bill McKibben: Social Distancing Goes Against Our Human Nature
We must follow social distancing guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19, but loneliness may follow. -
Boston Mayor Walsh Says No Plans For a Lockdown, But It Could Be Coming
Walsh said he prefers voluntarily measures to prevent spread of coronavirus but that the situation could change. -
Pressley Calls For Release Of Elderly Prisoners With Underlying Conditions, Other Reforms Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
In fighting the outbreak of COVID-19, Rep. Ayanna Pressley is calling for legislation to ensure that the nation’s prisoners are not left out of any federal relief programs -
Jared Bowen On Impact Of Coronavirus On Local Artists: ‘It’s Brutal’
The “Open Studio” host offered several recommendations for ways listeners can support artists and theater workers.
Listen to previous shows
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Why Do We Accept Adulterous Politicians?
It seems that infidelity and they presidency go hand in hand. Why does the public give them a pass though like JFK, Clinton, and now Trump? Are finally ready to stop accepting the adulterous politician? We opened the lines to get your thoughts. Plus, Frontline's Martin Smith, TV expert Bob Thompson, Harvard Business School historian Nancy Koehn, CNN's John King, and Steve Coll on his new book on the war in Afghanistan. -
Security Guards By Day, Artists By Night
Security guards and artists Jeff Ellse and Stephen Holnes joined us for the news quiz. Plus, Shirley Leung, Emily Rooney, Callie Crossley, and we opened the lines to hear what you think Congress should do about gun control. -
RI Gov. Gina Raimondo Answers Your Questions
Rhodes Island Governor Gina Raimondo joined us to take our questions and yours. Plus, Congressman Michael Capuano, Meet The Press' Chuck Todd, Boston Globe columnist Alex Beam, and we heard your thoughts on yesterday's tragic shooting in Florida. -
The Airing Of Our Valentine's Day Grievances
We opened up the lines and asked you for your Valentine's Day peeves and grievances. Plus, we were joined by Attorney General Maura Healey, homeland security expert Juliette Kayyem, and author Dave Eggers and the subject of his new book, Mokhtar Alkhanshali. This is the full show from Wednesday, February 14, 2018. -
The Sisters Bernstein
Nina Bernstein Simmons and Jamie Bernstein, the daughters of legendary composer and conductor Leonard Bernstein, joined to discuss their father's legacy. Plus, author Gretchen Rubin of "The Happiness Project" and "The Four Tendencies," CNN's John King, food writer Corby Kummer, and "The Take" host Sue O'Connell. This is the full show from Tuesday, February 13, 2018.