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Coming up Thursday on BPR:
Political commentator Chuck Todd
Former Massachusetts Secretary of Public Safety Andrea Cabral
Lonnie DiNello – who says she staved off depression and loneliness with AI companions – she joins with the Boston Globe reporter who profiled her story, Dana Gerber.
Everyday Boston’s Cara Solomon and Stephen Pina, on the power of unexpected kindness in these very tough times.
Recent segments
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Wu touts smooth vaccine mandate rollout, says protests at home reflect 'fragile state of democracy'
Boston vaccination rates jumped in the week ahead of vaccine mandate. -
Pressley to Biden: Forgive student loans immediately
The U.S. representative also criticized Gov. Charlie Baker’s pandemic response, calling for stronger state action. -
Bike lane backlash pushes Cambridge to consult with small business owners
After installing bike lanes along Mass. Ave. in November, the City Council is analyzing future bike installations. -
Scientists had cheap at-home coronavirus tests ready in 2020, but many still are not approved in the U.S.
MIT scientist Dr. Irene Bosch said the FDA missed an opportunity. -
Cambridge restaurateur Tracy Chang urges city to mandate proof of vaccination
The PAGU chef and owner said a requirement would ease the burden on small businesses struggling through the pandemic. -
Political extremism is a ‘coping mechanism’ amid the US mental health crisis, psychotherapist says
After the Jan. 6 Capitol riots, nonprofit organizations aimed at de-radicalizing saw an uptick in requests for help.
Listen to previous shows
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BPR Full Show 7/09: Boston Mayor Will Support Biden
BPR Full Show 7/09: Boston Mayor Will Support Biden -
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Best Of BPR 7/08: America's Cognitive Decline & Dollar Oysters
Best Of BPR 7/08: America's Cognitive Decline & Dollar Oysters -
Best Of BPR 7/01: Supreme Court Rules Trump Has Some Immunity, Complicating Jan. 6 Case
Best Of BPR 7/01: Supreme Court Rules Trump Has Some Immunity, Complicating Jan. 6 Case -
Best Of BPR 6/28: Pod Save America & BAMS Fest
Best Of BPR 6/28: Pod Save America & BAMS Fest