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Boston Globe columnist Shirley Leung
Naturalist and author Sy Montgomery
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear
Recent segments
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Healey pledges to veto attempts to divert millionaires tax revenue
Though the ballot question directs funds to education and transportation, critics argue the money is at the whims of the Legislature. -
Gov. Baker's only ballot question 'yes' is for liquor license reforms
Baker plans to vote against new tax, dental benefits and immigrant license questions. -
GBH reporters detail the story of forced labor in Massachusetts
Reporters Jenifer McKim and Sarah Betancourt discuss their series Trafficking Inc. with Boston Public Radio. -
Want to help save democracy? Stop attacking people and find common ground, journalist says
Journalist Anand Giridharadas says some Americans have “succumbed to really outlandish fantasies." -
Rep. Pressley touts Dems' efforts on student loan forgiveness, economic relief ahead of the midterms
Pressley says the party can do a better job of spreading its message to voters. -
Sen. Warren calls for change in MBTA leadership
The senator says lack of accountability, not resources, is the biggest obstacle to progress.
Listen to previous shows
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BPR Full Show 8/7/26: Daniel Sloss Joins Us
We start the show by asking listeners what they think about the summer nearly endingJuliette Kayyem discussing the Pentagon running out of weapons to fight the war in Iran; and the Red Cross declaring a national blood supply crisis.We'll speak with and hear from representatives of the Charles River Jazz Fest, for Live Music Friday.Sue O'Connell joins with the latest courtroom observations from the Lindsay Clancy trial.Daniel Sloss, standup comedian, joins ahead of a show at the Wilbur tonight.Then, we end show by asking listeners which objects scream 'American' to them the most -
BPR Talks 8/6/26: Summer's Eve
Welcome to our brand new podcast! 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 what their plans are on the month of Summer's Eve, summer is about to end, did you miss out on anything? Then, we end the show by asking listeners what their most 'American' artifacts are, the sad salad on your desk, a hot dog, or an injury lawyer commercial...Listen in to find out! -
BPR Full Show 8/6/26: AI Sassy Grandmas
Congressman Ro Khanna zooms in to discuss his push for Epstein-related transparency and the apparent progressive insurgency in primaries ahead of the midterms.Andrea Cabral, former public safety secretary for Mass., zooms in to discuss Todd Blanche's confirmation. Plus, force-feeding in ICE detention uncovered by the Guardian and the specific harm of re-shackling Haitians with ankle monitors.Nicole Nguyen, personal tech columnist for WSJ, joins to discuss what happens to our brain when we are inundated with uncanny valley AI images.Linda Champion, candidate for Suffolk DA, joins in Studio 3 to discuss her bid for the seat currently held by Kevin Hayden. -
BPR Talks 8/6/26: Coping With Cyclospora
Welcome to our brand new podcast! 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 about the cyclospora outbreak, how are they dealing with it? Then, we end the show with our Am I The A-hole segment and we ask listeners, is it ok to compliment your coworker's appearance?Listen in for more! -
BPR Full Show 8/5/26: Ed Markey Joins Us
We start the show by asking listeners what they think about the recent growth in surveillance cameras, Do you feel safe with them or do you think we should stop them?Senator Ed Markey zooming in on the heels of the Senate debate earlier this week.Nancy Gertner discusses the state of the Supreme Court, and twenty-five states suing the Trump administration over the latest global tariffs.Phil Eng, interim MassDOT secretary and GM of the MBTA, joins for an hour taking J/M and listener questions. (12-1)