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As the longest government shutdown in U.S. history enters its fifth week, the future of federal food assistance remains uncertain.

Rev. Irene Monroe said the film, which is about the relationship between a black pianist and his white driver and bodyguard, is overly reliant on the trope of the "white hero."

Poet Richard Blanco highlighted his favorite works by poet Ada Limón, which are united by a common theme of searching for meaning in "seeming oblivion."

Healey said she is “actively reviewing” the existing policies and procedures that surround the reporting of cases of sexual misconduct.

After Barack Obama left Office, Pete Souza made sure he still remained a part of the national dialogue.

Richard Blanco, the nation's fifth inaugural poet, shared poems that seize on the changing of the seasons as an opportunity to reflect on death, rebirth, and the passage of time.

Boston Globe columnist Alex Beam explained whether it is better to run or to walk. Plus, Chuck Todd, Congressman Michael Capuano, and Paul Reville.

Boston Police Commissioner Bill Evans took our questions and yours on another edition of Ask The Police Commissioner. Plus, we opened the lines to hear your thoughts on the latest sexual abuse allegations, Randi Weingarten, John King, and Art Caplan. (Full Show 11/29)

Mayor Marty Walsh took your questions and ours on another edition of ask the mayor. Plus, Ryan Landry, Corby Kummer, and anti-pornography activist Gail Dines. (Full Show 11/28/17)

We opened the lines to hear if our country should stop voting in baby boomer politicians and start looking toward the next generation. Plus, a political roundup, Bob Thompson, All Revved Up, Poet Richard Blanco, and documentarian Zach Miller. (Full Show 11/27/17)

Attorney General Maura Healey joined us for another edition of Ask The AG to take your questions and ours. Plus, Michael Norton, Art Caplan, and Juliette Kayyem. (Full Show 11/22)