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Coming up Monday on BPR:
Michael Curry of the Massachusetts League of Community Health Centers
Leah Hastings of Mass Prisoner Legal Services and Sarah Sherman-Stokes of BU School of Law on what Massachusetts can do to protect against federal immigration actions
Boston coffee legend George Howell, founder of The Coffee Connection and George Howell Coffee
The Culture Show’s Jared Bowen
Recent segments
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Jim Aloisi And Chris Dempsey On Uber And Lyft Changes at Logan Airport
The pickup and drop-off locations are changing for ride share companies, but not for taxis. -
John King: Trump Is Trying To Distract Americans From Impeachment
CNN’s chief national political correspondent said that Trump’s use of the word lynching may be meant to distract Americans from the information witnesses have divulged in the impeachment inquiry. -
New Book Looks At Rise And Fall Of Uber CEO: 'I've Never Seen Anyone Hate Another Company As Much As He Did'
In "Super Pumped," New York Times reporter Mike Isaac explores the rise and fall of former Uber CEO Travis Kalanick -
New FRONTLINE Film Focuses On The 3 Men Behind Trump's Immigration Policy
A new FRONTLINE film explores the background of President Trump's immigration policy. -
All Rev'd Up: White Nationalists Are 'Part Of Our Police Force'
The reverends discuss the danger that black people feel and face from the police force. -
Charlie Sennott: Turkish Attacks Against Kurds May Amount To Ethnic Cleansing
WGBH News Analyst Charlie Sennott said that President Trump’s pulling out from Syria is both a strategic and moral failure.
Listen to previous shows
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BPR Full Show 10/11: In The Eye Of The Hurricane
We opened the lines to discuss on why we can't turn the TV off to hurricane coverage. Paul Reville on a new federal class action lawsuit against 40 colleges, accusing them of conspiring to overcharge on tuition.Andrea Cabral on Fox News’ official misinformation fact sheetCorby Kummer reflected on Barbara Lynch restaurant closuresShirley Leung on ballot question 5 AITA for cancelling streaming services when my husband doesn't clean? We discussed with listeners -
Best Of BPR 10/09: Popcorn Finance & Harris' Media Blitz
Today:In Somerville, bomb threats forced workers at the public library to cancel a children’s reading event featuring local drag queens. NBC10's Sue O’Connell discusses that story, Trump’s close relationship with Putin, and Kamala Harris' media blitz before Nov. 5. And financial consultant Chris Browning is host of Popcorn Finance, a snackable podcast series designed to help the average person get a leg up on their finances. Chris joins us to share some keys to financial success and stability. -
BPR Full Show 10/9: Dude, Don't Fact Check Me
We opened the lines to continue the discussion about Hurricane Milton. GBH's Jared Bowen discussed his star turn in Nassim, tonight. And, Schlock & Awe at the CoolidgeNBC10's Sue O'Connell discussed the Harris campaign's media blitz, AG Campbell joining suit against TikTok, Boston Globe advice/relationship columnist Meredith Goldstein discussed her latest, including a submission from a man who no longer wants his wife to dress him.Chris Browning, host of Popcorn Finance & Men's Health columnist, discussed his bite-sized financial advice lessons.We ended the show talking about people who casually correct you -
BPR Full Show 10/8: Among the Vegetables
Hurricane Milton is barreling towards the west coast of Florida, barely two weeks after Hurricane Helene left a path of destruction in the same area. We asked listeners how this natural disaster-riddled autumn is shaping their views on climate change. NBC Sports Boston anchor/reporter Trenni Casey discusses the Patriots in disarray, and the latest on the NCAA settlement that would allow players to be paid through revenue sharing.Boston Mayor Michelle Wu joins for Ask The Mayor. We talk to her about ballot questions, rat control, commercial taxes and more.CNN's John King joins remotely to discuss national politics.Then, we talk about the vegetable and you. What's your favorite way to prepare the humble tuber, broccoli or lettuce? -
Best Of BPR 10/7: For Maya Roman, Every Day Is Oct. 7 & Ilan Stavans On Shared Grief
Today:We mark one year since Hamas terrorists from Gaza invaded Israel, killing more than 1,000 Israelis, and taking 250 hostage. In the 12 months since, Israel’s military response has resulted in more than 40,000 deaths of Palestinians – the majority civilians. We talk with Maya Roman, a relative of one of the hostages, Carmel Gat, who was killed in August in captivity. And, we reflect with Amherst College professor Ilan Stavans about the shared grief for Israelis, Palestinians and the world at large… but we’ll also appreciate a little joy. Tomorrow, Ilan publishes his great new Jewish-Mexican cookbook: Sabor Judio.