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Thursday on BPR:
Journalist and The Guardian US media columnist Margaret Sullivan
Former Massachusetts public safety secretary Andrea Cabral
Matthew Miller, writer/producer of "Tony"
Our 2017 conversation with Anthony Bourdain
Recent segments
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UN official: Children in Lebanon bear the brunt of humanitarian crisis
Imran Riza, deputy special coordinator and humanitarian coordinator for Lebanon at the United Nations, discusses the humanitarian situation there ahead of direct talks between Israeli and Lebanese officials. -
John Kerry tells GBH that Iran war has been a ‘long-held dream’ of Netanyahu
The former U.S. Secretary of State and Massachusetts senator forged the 2015 nuclear nonproliferation deal with Iran that President Trump pulled out of. -
Healey worries Trump trying to ‘weaponize’ federal government ahead of 2026 election
The governor dismissed the idea of voter fraud in Massachusetts, a day after federal prosecutors launched a new team to investigate it. -
AG sees ‘pathway forward’ to audit state Legislature
Massachusetts’ attorney general believes her office and the auditor’s office are closer to agreeing on a way forward with the prolonged audit fight. -
Lawyers suggest more ways Healey can limit ICE activity
The discussion comes as state lawmakers weigh a bill from Gov. Maura Healey to block immigration arrests in courthouses, schools and hospitals. -
As cannabis prices tank, regulators want to cut red tape to help businesses
Cannabis commission chair Shannon O'Brien says she hasn't talked to the treasurer who fired her since she’s been back on the job.
Listen to previous shows
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BPR Talks 8/17/26: Sneaking in Food to Fenway Pahk
This is “BPR Talks” – where we feature the call-in segments of the day. If you’re looking for the full two hours with guests, you can find the full episode right here in the same feed.Today on the show: We ask listeners how they are dealing with back to school shopping with inflation on the rise. Then, we ask listeners what they're sneaking into Fenway Park and the movie theater.Listen in to find out! -
Best of BPR (Aug. 2026): Seth Moulton, David Steiner, and More
Welcome to our new rendition of the Best of BPR Podcast! In this new version, we will be publishing the week's top segments. In case you're missing us over the weekend... now you have something to listen to!On today's Show: Massachusetts Congressman Seth Moulton, joins us as he challenges Senator Ed Markey in the Democratic Primary (we heard from Markey this week)We check in on the Lowell Data Center battle – with MassINC’s Mary Wambui, one of ten Lowell residents joining in a lawsuit against the state regarding the center’s planned expansion, and Jake Fortes, founder of the grassroots advocacy group Honest Future for Lowell.We speak with Natick journalist David Steiner, as he and his wife settle with eBay. -
Is the Democratic party losing its appeal with young voters?
Not My Politics is a new show from GBH News focusing on young people in politics, produced and hosted by Zoe Mathews.In this episode: Alex Alex, former Boston mayoral candidate, and Kunal Botla, Lexington town meeting member, discuss the future of left-leaning politics in the United States.Follow us on Instagram @GBH_NotMyPolitics and stay tuned for more episodes. -
BPR Full Show 8/14/26: Rick Steves Joins Us
Shirley Leung discusses a new family wealth survey that finds continued and massive wealth gaps by racial group. Plus, the progressive cities slashing their affordable housing mandates.Live Music Friday with Rhett Price.European travel guru Rick Steves updates us on his recent trip, what it's like being an American abroad, and how to select the right restaurant while traveling.Sue O'Connell zooms in to discuss the latest re: Lindsay Clancy trial. -
BPR Talks 8/14/26: Pickleball Feud
This is “BPR Talks” – where we feature the call-in segments of the day. If you’re looking for the full two hours with guests, you can find the full episode right here in the same feed.Today on the show: We start the show by asking listeners what restrictions should or shouldn't be imposed on Massachusetts beaches. Then, for the end of the show, we discuss pickleball. Should pickle balls be muted when playing outdoors?Listen in to find out!