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Under the Radar Podcast

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Under the Radar with Callie Crossley looks to alternative presses and community news for stories that are often overlooked by big media outlets. In our roundtable conversation, we aim to examine the small stories before they become the big headlines with contributors in Boston and New England. For more information, visit our website: wgbhnews.org/utr

2018 WGBH Educational Foundation

Under the Radar with Callie Crossley looks to alternative presses and community news for stories that are often overlooked by big media outlets. In our roundtable conversation, we aim to examine the small stories before they become the big headlines with contributors in Boston and New England. For more information, visit our website: wgbhnews.org/utr

2018 WGBH Educational Foundation
370hr 51min
Thumbnail for "Bay Staters' attitudes on abortion reflect nationwide consensus".
Under the Radar discusses the results of a local public opinion poll on abortion and the highly contested Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Thumbnail for "Regional news: Massachusetts’ offshore wind future splits Cape residents".
Thumbnail for "Despite vitriol and threats, “That Librarian” Amanda Jones continues the fight against book bans".
Thumbnail for "esperanza spalding and Jett Galindo's journey from Berklee to Grammys glory".
Thumbnail for "“Destruction Yiddish”: How the Holocaust changed language".
Thumbnail for "What defines a protest anthem?".
Thumbnail for "How the presidential inauguration became poetry's biggest stage".
Thumbnail for "'Crossing The Deep' connects Handel's choral works with spirituals by enslaved Africans".
Thumbnail for "New LGBTQ Congress members offer hope as anti-trans bills lead to anxiety".
Thumbnail for "Are 4-day workweeks the future for Massachusetts companies and employees?".
Thumbnail for "Stress expert details how small steps can lead to big changes in ‘The 5 Resets’".
Thumbnail for "ENCORE: Falling for 'romantasy': BookTok’s favorite genre".
Thumbnail for "Mister Mike’s Merry Mix: Celebrating peace, harmony and weirdness this holiday season".
Thumbnail for "Trump’s Cabinet picks court controversy as Biden crams appointees, pardons into his final days".
Thumbnail for "The Genius Next Door: How lizards led Martha Muñoz to an evolutionary breakthrough".
Thumbnail for "Ceramics craze: Boston area artists share why people are flocking to pottery studios".
Thumbnail for "Honoring 100 years of visionary Black activist, writer James Baldwin".
Thumbnail for "“A Kwanzaa Keepsake” invites families to celebrate with their own traditions".
Thumbnail for "Local news roundtable: Debt slows down the T, redevelopment in Dorchester and the North End, and the latest in the BlueHub Capital saga.".
Thumbnail for "Life in plastic: Tupperware’s journey from ‘wonder bowl’ to American icon".
Thumbnail for "Donald Trump won over Latinos. These local experts are not surprised.".
Thumbnail for "Food and wine: Try a light white wine – and a ‘cook from frozen’ turkey – this holiday season".
Thumbnail for "Can Massachusetts lead the nation in abolishing food insecurity?".
Thumbnail for "“The Rulebreaker” explores the trailblazing legacy of TV icon Barbara Walters".
Thumbnail for "Robocalls, racist jokes and throwback ads: What could swing the pendulum on Election Day?".
Thumbnail for "Commemorating 125 years of Alfred Hitchcock, the ‘Master of Suspense’".
Thumbnail for "What exactly do Clerks of Courts do?".
Thumbnail for "Mfoniso Udofia’s “Sojourners” kicks off Greater Boston’s 2-year production of the Ufot Family Cycle".
Thumbnail for "Financial literacy is part of school curriculum in 26 states. Why isn’t Massachusetts one of them?".
Thumbnail for "New voter ID law in New Hampshire causes confusion, the ongoing Washington Bridge saga and celebrating a new boardwalk on the Cape".
Thumbnail for "Melissa Ludtke details her barrier-breaking legal fight in "Locker Room Talk"".
Thumbnail for "Encore: From fadeaways to the runway, 'Fly' documents the world of NBA fashion".
Thumbnail for "Restoration of voting rights to incarcerated Mass. residents is an issue of civil and racial justice".
Thumbnail for "Mass Politics Profs: Will upcoming VP debate carry more weight than usual with voters?".
Thumbnail for " ‘Morning Pages’ tells a play-within-a-play story of a woman figuring out her many life roles".
Thumbnail for "From historic Emmy wins, to Beyoncé's country snub: Are award shows actually diversifying?".
Thumbnail for "10 years before Garrity, Bostonians attempted to desegregate schools in city's 'true civil rights movement'".
Thumbnail for "50 years after busing, two sisters confront their trauma in new GBH documentary".
Thumbnail for "Arrowfest kicks off grand opening of new Arrow Street Arts center in former Oberon space".
Thumbnail for "23 years after 9/11, what is the state of our national security?".
Thumbnail for "ENCORE: Harvard cellular and molecular biologist Jason Buenrostro breaks down gene expression".
Thumbnail for "ENCORE: From kelp burgers to biofuel, some see a bright future for seaweed".
Thumbnail for "New Book Uncovers the History of Black Homeownership on Martha’s Vineyard".
Thumbnail for "Black Excellence is on Display in Screen Adaptation of the Best-Selling Novel, “The Emperor of Ocean Park”".
Thumbnail for "Not Just Kamala Harris: How Indian and South Asian American Women Are Shaping Local, State and National Politics".
Thumbnail for "The Enduring Legacy of Miles Davis’ Iconic Album, “Kind of Blue”".
Thumbnail for "Local Musicians and DJs Shine on City of Boston’s “Dear Summer: Volume 2” Mixtape".
Thumbnail for "New play 'Toni Stone' tells the story of one of America's forgotten baseball stars".
Playwright Lydia Diamond joined Under the Radar at the Boston Public Library to discuss her play running at the Huntington Theatre.
Thumbnail for "Worcester found a solution to the lifeguard shortage".
And it's pretty straightforward — a partnership with the YMCA. We wade through those stories and more on Under the Radar's Local News Roundtable.
Thumbnail for "'I'm the mother, that's why': Reflecting on the quirkiness and wisdom of motherhood".
This Mother's Day, Under the Radar speaks with two authors who have curated dozens of mother quotes — and written extensively about — motherhood.
Thumbnail for "70 years after Brown v. Board of Education, work remains to integrate schools".
The landmark Supreme Court decision ended the "separate but equal" doctrine in American schools in 1954. We analyze Brown v. Board of Education's legacy in Boston and nationwide.
Thumbnail for "'One Last Word' finds the comedy in what happens when you tell someone how you really feel".
Author Suzanne Park's new rom-com is a novel centered around a Korean tech entrepreneur — and what happens when her new app accidentally sends intimate messages to all the important people in her life.
Thumbnail for "A new group wants Mass. to be 'the first state to end hunger, permanently'".
The Make Hunger History Coalition is made up of anti-hunger advocates, organizations and policymakers, and their ultimate goal is to eliminate hunger in the Bay State.
Thumbnail for "A drop of ghost pepper with your clam chowder? A new Cambridge hot sauce festival will bring the heat ".
The Rhythm N' Spice Hot Sauce Fest debuts on Saturday, May 4 in Cambridge and will feature local hot sauce vendors and spicy food contests.
Thumbnail for "Over 1 million Americans start menopause every year. Why don’t we talk about it?".
Local women sit down with Under the Radar to share the ups-and-downs of navigating menopause and the impacts of a new prescription drug to treat hot flashes.
Thumbnail for "From ancient art to K-Pop, 'Hallyu! The Korean Wave' celebrates South Korea's global influence".
The new "Hallyu! The Korean Wave" exhibit at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts opened last month. It highlights South Korean global influence through vivid pop culture and historical pieces.
Thumbnail for "Maine legislature rallies for gender-affirming care with a new bill".
The legislation would protect medical providers from out-of-state investigations when handling gender-affirming care or abortions.
Thumbnail for "Rhode Island taxpayers gawk at the $132 million price tag of a new stadium".
Taxpayers will pay $132 million over 30 years to fund just $27 million of construction costs for a new Pawtucket minor league soccer stadium.
Thumbnail for "'Relinquished' aims to challenge our understanding of adoption in America".
The author of "Relinquished: The Politics of Adoption and The Privilege of American Motherhood" sits down with Under the Radar to break down the reality of America's adoption system.
Thumbnail for "From Billie Eilish to Stevie Wonder, musicians demand creative protections against AI".
More than 200 high-profile musicians have signed an open letter to AI developers and tech companies telling them to stop the "predatory use of AI to steal professional artists' voices and likenesses, violate creators' rights, and destroy the music ecosystem."
Thumbnail for "From fadeaways to the runway, 'Fly' documents the world of NBA fashion".
"Fly: The Big Book of Basketball Fashion" highlights the colorful culture and history of high fashion in men's professional basketball.
Thumbnail for "How community fridges continue to fight food insecurity across the commonwealth".
Under the Radar sits down with two community fridge organizers to discuss the importance, impact and struggles of organizing community fridges.
Thumbnail for "Trump continues to signal he won't accept a loss in November".
Under the Radar is joined by the Mass Politics Profs to discuss Gov. Healey's opposition to banning the MCAS as a graduation requirement, Super Tuesday's results and the dangerous campaign rhetoric of former President Trump.
Thumbnail for "The 'Queen of Jazz,' Ella Fitzgerald's legacy is celebrated in new book".
Under the Radar sits down with the author of “Becoming Ella Fitzgerald: The Jazz Singer Who Transformed American Song," a new biography detailing the life of jazz legend, Ella Fitzgerald.
Thumbnail for "Why some Republicans are aligning with Latin American populists".
Our Latinx News Roundtable breaks down why U.S. conservatives believe a connection with right-wing leaders in Latin America may garner the Latino vote at home.
Thumbnail for "The island spirit of Puerto Rico is coming to Boston in an inaugural cultural tour".
The BoriCorridor inaugural tour is bringing Puerto Rican arts, music, and entertainment to Boston and other Northeastern cities.
Thumbnail for "A local organization is tracing the lineage of enslaved Americans to their present-day ancestors".
10 Million Names aims to recover and restore the history of those enslaved from America's past.
Thumbnail for "A year of 'wins' for Asian American representation in movies and TV".
Under the Radar breaks down new Asian American-centered representation in TV and movies in this special hour-long discussion.
Thumbnail for "New documentary shows how flight attendants fought to transform workplace, break gender barriers".
"Fly With Me" features the stories of stewardesses who fought back against the sexist and racist restrictions of the 1950s airline industry.
Thumbnail for "America has grappled with reparations for centuries. Will it happen in Boston?".
A new podcast from GBH News, "What Is Owed?" explores what reparations would look like in one of America's oldest cities.
Thumbnail for "The Genius Next Door: Harvard's Imani Perry on the history and culture forged by Black Americans".
Last year, interdisciplinary scholar and writer Imani Perry was named one of the MacArthur "genius" grant fellows for 2023. She's one of four local awardees, part of Under the Radar's series, "The Genius Next Door."
Thumbnail for "Why the 'Battle of Versailles' still resonates 50 years later ".
On November 28, 1973 a fashion show rocked the Palace of Versailles and forever changed our understanding of style.
Thumbnail for "GBH President and CEO Susan Goldberg on the importance of 'Reckoning and Repair' initiative".
GBH President and CEO Susan Goldberg joins Under the Radar to discuss why the multi-year initiative is an imperative discussion for this moment.
Thumbnail for "'Our Hidden Conversations' reveals the poignant discussions that Americans are having about race".
Michele Norris's latest book, "Our Hidden Conversations: What Americans Really Think About Race and Identity," explores how Americans are engaging in frank and covert dialogues about race.
Thumbnail for "Florida continues its assault on LGBTQ rights with a new driver's license rule".
Trans residents can no longer update their driver’s license with their correct gender identity in Florida, one of many lapses in protections for the LGBTQ community in the state — Under the Radar breaks down that story and more on our LGBTQ News Roundtable.
Thumbnail for " 'In the Pines' author confronts family's ties to Mississippi lynching".
Grace Elizabeth Hale's latest book is an examination of America's troubled racist history and how it ties to her own family.
Thumbnail for "Why one organization is working to highlight New Hampshire's rich Black history".
The Granite state is not usually considered a mecca of Black culture — but the Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire is working to preserve all the ways the state has been shaped by Black figures.
Thumbnail for "A new dictionary aims to boost the language and pride of Cabo Verdeans".
A Roxbury author plans to publish an English to Cape Verdean Creole dictionary this summer.
Thumbnail for "New reforms open up access to disaster funding in Massachusetts and beyond".
Under the Radar's Environmental News Roundtable unpacks recent announcements about disaster management relief, new research on microplastics and why electric vehicles are struggling in cold weather.
Thumbnail for "Scottish culture is piping up in Boston".
From kilts to bagpipes, local groups are promoting Scottish culture to stand out from Boston's long Irish heritage.
Thumbnail for "As goes New Hampshire so goes the nation? New voters may change Granite State politics".
A UNH study found there are a potential 245,000 new voters because of newcomers moving to New Hampshire, young people reaching voting age and longtime residents having left the state or died.
Thumbnail for "Two Embrace Boston honorees reflect on their efforts for a more equitable city".
Duane and Deborah Jackson are one of a handful of couples distinguished as 2024 Embrace Boston honorees.
Thumbnail for "New documentary features African students at MIT and their journey far from home".
Under the Radar sits down with the director and a student featured in "Brief Tender Light," a new film about four African students navigating their studies at the world's premier engineering school.
Thumbnail for "Two experts unpack Barbra Streisand's long-awaited memoir".
Barbra Streisand spent a decade writing 'My Name is Barbra,' and fans and critics alike have heaped praise onto the 1,000 page book.
Thumbnail for "Why some grocery stores are rejecting self-checkout and replacing them with humans".
Critics argue it is finally time to check out of self-checkout.
Thumbnail for "Mr. Mike's Merry Mix 2023: Our annual review of peculiar holiday music".
Under the Radar presents Mike Wilkins' 34th annual mix of quirky holiday songs. Spoiler: Mariah Carey did not make the cut.
Thumbnail for "Frozen food advent calendars and a new French bubbly are popping off this holiday season ".
Under the Radar's Food and Wine Roundtable: Holiday Edition, takes a look at new spins on favorite American traditions.
Thumbnail for "250 years later, local experts consider the complex legacy of the Boston Tea Party".
Three years before the American Revolutionary War began, Massachusetts colonists defied British taxation by dumping tea into the Boston Harbor. Now, the state marks the 250th anniversary of what came to be known as the historically pivotal Boston Tea Party.
Thumbnail for "Daniel Mason's 'North Woods' explores a vibrant history of New England".
In the middle of a New England forest, a yellow house and the land on which it sits holds 200 years of personal and political history. This sweeping saga is author Daniel Mason’s latest novel, “North Woods,” the December selection for “Bookmarked: The Under the Radar Book Club.”
Thumbnail for "It's the season of giving, but what motivates Americans to give?".
It’s the season of giving. With more than 1.5 million nonprofits across the country, there’s plenty of choices for where Americans can donate their dollars, yet last year charitable giving dropped 3.4%.
Thumbnail for "The Genius Next Door: Harvard's Imani Perry on the history and culture forged by Black Americans".
Last month, interdisciplinary scholar and writer Imani Perry was named as one of the MacArthur "genius" grant fellows for 2023. She's one of four local awardees, part of Under the Radar's series, "The Genius Next Door."
Thumbnail for "Why the 'Battle of Versailles' still resonates 50 years later ".
On November 28, 1973 a fashion show rocked the Palace of Versailles and forever changed our understanding of style.
Thumbnail for "The Genius Next Door: BU ecologist breaks down carbon dynamics".
Last month, environmental ecologist Lucy Hutyra was named as one of the MacArthur "genius" grant fellows for 2023. She's one of four local awardees, part of Under the Radar's series, "The Genius Next Door."
Thumbnail for "Catch up on your New England news in 30 minutes".
Gabe Amo is the first Black person ever elected to Congress in Rhode Island.
Thumbnail for "The Genius Next Door: Harvard cellular and molecular biologist Jason Buenrostro breaks down gene expression".
Last month, cellular and molecular biologist Dr. Jason Buenrostro was named as one of the MacArthur "genius" grant fellows for 2023. He's one of four local awardees, part of Under the Radar's series, "The Genius Next Door."
Thumbnail for "Despite the horror of war, these organizations continue to seek peace between Israelis and Palestinians".
Seeds of Peace and American Friends of Combatants for Peace have spent decades working towards unity in Israel and Palestine.
Thumbnail for " Latinx News Roundtable: Boston Schools' English learners advisors resign in protest of 'harmful' plan".
Eight members of the schools' task force stepped down after BPS' new "Inclusive Education Plan" announced that English language learners will receive English as a Second Language support as needed and not be taught separately in their native language.
Thumbnail for "Author and scholar Julia Lee discusses growing up neither Black nor white in America".
What does it mean to be Asian in a country where everything is Black and white? Author and associate professor Julia Lee explores the state of being caught in a racially stratified America in her new memoir, "Biting the Hand: Growing Up Asian in Black and White America."
Thumbnail for "Author Marta McDowell explores how gardening inspires mystery writers".
It’s the month of all things spooky and scary, from horror movies to haunted mansions. But what about gardens? Turns out there's an unexpected sinister side to gardening, and writer and gardener Marta McDowell traces the connection between gardening and crime fiction in her book, "Gardening Can Be Murder: How Poisonous Poppies, Sinister Shovels, and Grim Gardens Have Inspired Mystery Writers."
Thumbnail for "A new $4 billion bond bill takes aim at Massachusetts' housing shortage".
Governor Maura Healey's proposed housing bond bill could create over 8,000 accessory dwelling units, or “in-law suites,” across the state.
Thumbnail for "New restaurants solidify Boston as a big catch for seafood lovers".
311 Omakase, All That Fish + Oyster and Moëca are making a name for themselves even among Boston's existing seafood standouts.
Thumbnail for "From Arkansas to New Hampshire, states are rolling back child labor laws".
In the past few years, at least 10 states have proposed and passed legislation to roll back child labor regulations, extending youth work hours and shrinking hazardous work protections.
Thumbnail for "Cricket is the world's second most popular sport. Can it thrive in Boston?".
Behind only soccer, cricket is the second most-watched sport in the world. Basketball, hockey and football remain dominant in Greater Boston.
Thumbnail for "In the wake of the hottest summer ever recorded, climate change action heats up in Massachusetts".
This summer was the hottest since 1880, according to NASA. But a new wind power partnership and an $11 million grant for Boston's tree canopy is taking root.
Thumbnail for "Is hybrid work now a permanent fixture in America?".
Three years after the COVID shutdown, companies have debated between returning to the office and remote work. But nationwide, many are adopting the hybrid work life, which many consider to be the future of work.
Thumbnail for "Cranberry Day celebrates an age-old Wampanoag tradition on Noepe aka Martha's Vineyard".
Members of the Aquinnah Tribe of Wampanoag have lived on the island for over 10,000 years.
Thumbnail for "NPR's Aisha Harris argues pop culture is much more than just entertainment".
We sit down with the co-host of "Pop Culture Happy Hour" to discuss her new book, "Wannabe: Reckonings with the Pop Culture That Shapes Me."
Thumbnail for "Why many Latino nonprofits struggle to make ends meet".
Economic and institutional challenges plague many Latino nonprofits in the Bay State, but some are looking for ways to change that trend.
Thumbnail for "Is New Hampshire old news? Why many Republican presidential hopefuls are prioritizing Iowa".
The Granite State may be losing its appeal to some presidential candidates, Senator Mitt Romney announced he will retire, and the U.S. Senate goes "business casual" — those stories and more with our "Mass Politics Profs."
Thumbnail for "America has a unique obsession with ice, and it all started in Boston".
Author Amy Brady traces the history from Boston to the tropics in her book, “Ice: From Mixed Drinks to Skating Rinks–A Cool History of a Hot Commodity.”
Thumbnail for "Anti-LGBTQ sentiment is reflected in legislatures, and violence, across the country".
At least 142 anti-trans healthcare bills have surfaced across the U.S. this year as reports show violence against LGBTQ people is also on the rise.
Thumbnail for "Despite winning championships, women's sports in Boston don't get the attention they deserve".
The Boston Renegades is unstoppable. Why isn't anyone paying attention?
Thumbnail for "From kelp burgers to biofuel, some see a bright future for seaweed".
Seaweed has existed for about a billion years, but some experts are just beginning to find new, high-tech uses for it.
Thumbnail for "The power of mentorship for at-risk youth".
We consider the value of adult mentoring with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Massachusetts.
Thumbnail for "Why more women are freezing their eggs".
Even during the pandemic, the number of women undergoing egg freezing continues to increase.
Thumbnail for "Some Americans are saying no to smart devices and embracing digital minimalism".
From smartphones and smartwatches to facial recognition and doorbell cameras, some Americans feel overwhelmed by the amount of technology in their lives.
Thumbnail for "Sounds of the city: Boston's first mixtape aims to boost local talent".
Featuring six local DJs and 17 artists, "Dear Summer Vol. 1," is Boston's first official mixtape.
Thumbnail for "60 years later, the March on Washington continues to shape America's identity".
As the country experiences continued efforts to roll back the gains of the civil rights movement, we analyze what has and hasn't changed since the 1963 March, and what progress would look like going forward.
Thumbnail for "A national Latino museum project gets caught in the culture wars".
A number of Latino Republicans have threatened to pull funding for a national Latino museum in D.C., reflecting one facet of America's ongoing culture war — who gets to tell the story of Latino history in the U.S.?
Thumbnail for "Hip-hop turns 50: A look at the past, present and future of the global phenomenon".
Hip-hop was born in a Bronx apartment building in 1973. Today, its influence is virtually inescapable.
Thumbnail for "These two humor writers look for comedy in turbulent times".
This special edition of Under the Radar's book club explores the work of humor essayists Samantha Irby and Blythe Roberson.
Thumbnail for "The science and popularity of CBD, explained".
CBD products are everywhere. Here's what you need to know about the booming industry.
Thumbnail for "Can a healthy diet treat disease? Why some argue food is medicine".
We chew over the growing number of organizations that provide medically tailored meals for people with chronic illness.
Thumbnail for "NAACP's annual ACT-SO competition brings youth talent to Boston".
Youth compete at The Afro-Academic, Cultural, Technological and Scientific Olympics, showcasing excellence.
Thumbnail for "Hollywood's writers and actors strike together for the first time in over 60 years".
SAG-AFTRA actors joined the Writer's Guild of America on the picket lines over concerns about pay and the impact of AI.
Thumbnail for "‘Barbie’-themed boat party in Boston is the latest burst of excitement over the 64-year-old doll".
Reflecting on the Mattel doll nationwide as Barbie is, yet again, having a moment.
Thumbnail for "Offering free food and shade, 'food forests' are sprouting up in Boston".
A new food forest in Mattapan is focused on growing “plants that people would want to see.”
Thumbnail for "Is barbecue growing in popularity in New England?".
More and more restaurants are popping up and bringing the traditionally Southern cuisine up North.
Thumbnail for "Democrats want South Carolina to lead 2024 primaries. New Hampshire has other plans".
The Democratic National Committee proposed changes to the presidential primary calendar next year, but New Hampshire state law says the Granite state must vote first.
Thumbnail for "Brendan Slocumb's latest novel explores the Black experience in classical music".
"Symphony of Secrets" follows the story of a Black musicologist's journey to uncover a lost history.
Thumbnail for "Tastes like chicken! Is lab-grown meat an answer to climate change?".
Meat grown from stem cells has been approved for sale by the USDA, but may not be available in grocery stores for some time.
Thumbnail for "Roxbury International Film Festival celebrates 25 years of highlighting Black artists".
The largest New England Film Festival that highlights films by, for, and about people of color is back for it’s 25th year.
Thumbnail for "Advocates believe Massachusetts may finally set sex education standards".
The Healthy Youth Act would provide public schools “medically accurate, age-appropriate, comprehensive sexual health education” curricula.
Thumbnail for "How fatherhood has evolved and what it means to be a dad in 2023".
This Father's Day, we break down the stereotypes and discuss how men in Boston and across the country are working to become better parents.
Thumbnail for "Juneteenth is shared with a new generation through these children's book authors".
Children's book authors have a knack for explaining complicated topics in digestible, fun ways -- even for complicated topics like Juneteenth.
Thumbnail for "How we can make the language of fine wine more palatable".
It's not just the price tag. The language we use to talk about wine feels exclusionary to many.
Thumbnail for "Boston's Pride celebrations aim to be more inclusive this year".
The former organizer of Boston's annual parade, Boston Pride, dissolved in 2021 amid charges of racism.
Thumbnail for "Three local librarians share their top summer reading picks".
From regency romance to sci-fi thrillers, we gush over our favorite books of 2023 on this annual book club special.
Thumbnail for " Why 37,369 flags will wave in the Boston Common this Memorial Day".
Organizers of the Boston Common Memorial Day Flag Garden say the true meaning of the holiday is to honor fallen service members.
Thumbnail for "Retirement? As if! Why some aren't saving because of an uncertain future".
Climate change, political turmoil, a pandemic. Evidence shows some young people aren't saving out of genuine fear the world might collapse before they reach retirement age.
Thumbnail for "'Join or Die' argues the fate of America depends on joining a club".
The new documentary ties "America's civic unraveling" to our country's "decline in community connections."
Thumbnail for "Cape Cod's proposed machine gun range in the cross hairs of new EPA report".
Local drinking water may be jeopardized by a proposed gun range on Cape Cod, Rhode Island is texting residents about Narcan and a sign honoring a feminist leader is taken down in New Hampshire — it's our Regional News Roundtable.
Thumbnail for "Is Gen-Z trading pharmaceuticals for supplements?".
We speak with two holistic healing professionals about what they have seen change in the alternative healing industry.
Thumbnail for "New climate report reveals many Massachusetts homes are vulnerable to flooding".
Experts unpack a new report on flooding, why the worst of climate change can still be avoided and other stories on our Environmental News Roundtable.
Thumbnail for "'Welcome to the Circus of Baseball' author pitches the minor leagues as America's true pastime".
ESPN's Ryan McGee recounts his whimsical summer as an intern for the minor league baseball team, the Asheville Tourists.
Thumbnail for "What will the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency mean for the future of COVID care?".
We discuss the implications of the end of the national public health emergency with three experts in the field.
Thumbnail for "From slams to sidewalks, poetry is alive in Greater Boston".
Readings, open mics and contests abound in the Boston area as popularity for poetry continues to grow.
Thumbnail for "How American English has borrowed, stolen, and evolved into an imperial language".
Linguistic experts discuss the history of the English language and how the meaning of words evolve over time.
Thumbnail for "Boston local and saxophone prodigy, Grace Kelly, is only getting started".
Performing alongside some of the greatest musicians alive when she was only 14, Kelly's latest project reflects the influence of jazz great, Charlie Parker, and her love of cinema.
Thumbnail for "LGBTQ News Roundtable: A record amount of anti-LGBTQ bills".
Listen to our conversation with experts on the state of LGBTQ rights around the world.
Thumbnail for "Has the Boston cannabis industry really become more equitable?".
A conversation with two Black marijuana business owners about the state of the industry.
Thumbnail for "Processing the Boston Marathon bombings, 10 years later".
We reflect on how the city has changed since April 15, 2013, and what lessons can be learned from the tragedy.
Thumbnail for "Boston's new director of nightlife looks to change city's after-dark scene".
We spoke with Corean Reynolds, the newly appointed director of nightlife economy for Boston's city government.
Thumbnail for "Boston has a decorated jazz history, but it's no longer as easy to find jam sessions".
From Miles Davis to the quest for more clubs, does Boston's jazz scene still swing?
Thumbnail for "Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai tells the untold stories of the Vietnam War in new book, "Dust Child"".
“Dust Child” is at once empathetic, devastating, and upbeat.
Thumbnail for "50 years after the U.S. exited Vietnam, a new exhibit sheds light on the infamous 'Hanoi Hilton'".
Pieces of the 'Hanoi Hilton,' a Vietnamese prison for American POWs, are featured in a local exhibit highlighting the harsh realities of the war.
Thumbnail for "Encore: The sugar-filled history and legacy of Necco, the beloved local candy company".
The complete history of Necco and its family of brands is captured in Darlene Lacey’s "Necco: An Epic Candy Tale."
Thumbnail for "Regional News Roundtable: The surprising departure of Rhode Island Rep. Cicilline".
Democrat David Cicilline's surprising departure will spark a special election, Cape Cod bridges are in need of repair and New Hampshire is training students for outdoor tourism.
Thumbnail for "Michelle Miller grapples with identity in new book, 'Belonging'".
CBS co-host and national correspondent MIchelle Miller unpacks the life-changing search for her mother.
Thumbnail for "New Hampshire Insiders set the scene for the 2024 presidential race".
Presidential hopefuls are already making their case to the Granite State, despite being nearly 600 days before the election.
Thumbnail for "Pop Culture Roundtable: Chris Rock slaps back".
We discuss Oscars nominees, an upstart movie studio and Chris Rock's new comedy series.
Thumbnail for "Has Asian representation in film improved with ‘Everything, Everywhere, All At Once’?".
A discussion with our experts in Asian and Asian American representation in pop culture about the impact of "Everything, Everywhere, All At Once" and the future of Asian representation in film.
Thumbnail for "As federal food benefits decline, Mass. food banks expect a surge".
Additional federal funding for SNAP has been put on the chopping block. We learn what that means for Massachusetts farms and food banks.
Thumbnail for "As streaming services boom, cable TV continues its decline".
Fewer than half of American adults now have a cable subscription. What's that mean for how we consume our news and entertainment?
Thumbnail for "Why one cartoonist argues comics are an untapped channel for storytelling".
We explore Joel Christian Gill's exhibit, "Comics Is A Medium, Not A Genre."
Thumbnail for "Greater Boston guaranteed income programs provide inspiration for the country".
A handful of guaranteed income programs in Greater Boston have seen success in providing struggling families with basic needs.
Thumbnail for "Food and Wine Roundtable: Japanese whisky is going down smooth".
Also, many James Beard Award nominees in Massachusetts feature Asian cuisine.
Thumbnail for " Latinx Roundtable: A new startup wants to be 'Fox News in Spanish'".
From a missing East Boston resident to a media company that aims to be 'Fox News in Spanish,' we get the latest in Latinx news.
Thumbnail for "The integral role of Black artists in Western art history".
Author Zaria Ware illuminates the oft-forgotten stories of Black artists and models in Western art.
Thumbnail for "Environmental News Roundtable: Gov. Healey takes aim at climate change".
Governor Maura Healey wants Massachusetts to “lead the world” in its fight against climate change, and a new study documents a 50 year rise of warmer New England winters.
Thumbnail for " From Bad Bunny to Rosalía, Spanish-language artists are finally gaining critical acclaim".
We discuss Bad Bunny's Grammy nomination for Album of The Year and Latin music's influence in America.
Thumbnail for "Can a healthy diet treat disease? Why some argue food is medicine".
We chew over the growing number of organizations that provide medically tailored meals for people with chronic illness.
Thumbnail for " The power of mentorship for at-risk youth".
We consider the value of adult mentoring with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Massachusetts.
Thumbnail for " LGBTQ News: Lawmakers across the nation consider bans on drag shows".
From Tennessee to Idaho, we look at potential restrictions on drag shows and Pope Francis’s declaration that homosexuality is not a “crime.”
Thumbnail for "The long, complicated story behind Roe v. Wade".
A conversation with author Joshua Prager about his book "The Family Roe: An American Story."
Thumbnail for "Women share their abortion experiences before, during and after Roe v. Wade".
On the 50th anniversary of the landmark Supreme Court ruling, we reflect on the state of abortion in Massachusetts and nationwide.
Thumbnail for "New documentary illuminates Zora Neale Hurston's work as an anthropologist".
"Zora Neale Hurston: Claiming a Space," reveals the Harlem Renaissance writer was more than just a literary giant.
Thumbnail for " How we teach race and racial justice to children".
Understanding the complex history of race and racism in the United States is critical — but how do we explain the concepts to young kids?
Thumbnail for "Mass Politics Profs: How will a new crop of lawmakers reshape Massachusetts?".
From Gov. Healey's swearing-in to a slew of last-minute bills, we discuss the latest in politics in Massachusetts and nationwide.
Thumbnail for "Encore: Local residents embrace communal living with a sustainable twist".
Will ecovillages see a rise in popularity as a way to foster community and connection?
Thumbnail for " Mr. Mike's Merry Mix: Our annual review of quirky holiday songs".
Mike Wilkins, radio engineer for PRX and GBH, guides us through his annual review of unusual holiday songs.
Thumbnail for " Mr. Mike's Merry Mix: Our annual review of quirky holiday songs".
Mike Wilkins, radio engineer for PRX and GBH, guides us through his annual review of unusual holiday songs.
Thumbnail for "Food and Wine Roundtable: From fruitcake to wine bars, what to sample this holiday season".
Our selections for unique wines and cuisine.
Thumbnail for " Local News Roundtable: Green Line ready for its big debut, but letting more teens vote may stall".
Callie Crossley hosts local reporters on the Green Line extension, a push to let younger Bostonians vote and more.
Thumbnail for "The Geniuses Next Door: We chat with the Massachusetts MacArthur Genius awardees".
Plus: Our December "Bookmarked" selections
Thumbnail for "It's a full hour of pop culture cookbooks!".
In honor of food's big holiday, we're giving you some recipe ideas based on pop culture!
Thumbnail for "The Me Too movement five years later".
Plus: Singer/songwriter Fabiola Mendez shares her love of music with us
Thumbnail for "Mass Politics Profs: Midterm elections reaction".
The profs dive into what happened with the November 8th elections
Thumbnail for "The latest LGBTQ news you need".
Plus: November's 'Bookmarked'!
Thumbnail for "Mass Politics Profs: Everything you need to know about the Nov. 8 elections".
Local and national news you need!
Thumbnail for "We explain Massachusetts' ballot question 3".
Plus: celebrity cookbooks and Boston cycle boats
Thumbnail for "What is re-wilding? We get to the bottom of it!".
Plus: a discussion with the filmmakers of a new documentary, "Drive to Sing."
Thumbnail for "Latinx Roundtable: Learning to embrace Hispanic Heritage Month".
Plus: Our October selection for "Bookmarked"