From GBH in Boston, The Wake Up is a 10 minute check-in that looks at what is happening in the news of the day. From politics and transportation to housing, science and pop culture. Hosts Paris and Jeremy break it all down through conversation and observation. All with a little bit of humor and a lot of energy. Grab your Dunks’ and hear the latest out of the Bay State and beyond.

New research shows that evictions in Boston are up about 74% from last year --- and that Boston has a weekly average of 111 evictions. What's causing the spike?

New research shows that evictions in Boston are up about 74% from last year --- and that Boston has a weekly average of 111 evictions. What's causing the spike?

Evictions are climbing. What does that mean?

The U.S. Supreme Court rejected a challenge to the way the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is funded, keeping the agency charged with protecting people from abusive lenders and junk fees intact. Sen. Elizabeth Warren, who was part of the agency's creation, joins Jeremy to talk about the case and why the agency's work is important to her.

The U.S. Supreme Court rejected a challenge to the way the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is funded, keeping the agency charged with protecting people from abusive lenders and junk fees intact. Sen. Elizabeth Warren, who was part of the agency's creation, joins Jeremy to talk about the case and why the agency's work is important to her.

Sen. Elizabeth Warren on Consumer Protections, The Supreme Court, and You

The clock is ticking on a legal showdown over TikTok: The company and its Chinese owner, ByteDance, officially filed a legal challenge against the U.S. last week over a law that would ban the app nationwide unless it finds a buyer within a year. GBH's own social media strategist, Zack Waldman, joins Jeremy to talk about what's next. Plus: What can Massachusetts do to make community college more accessible to people? State Sen. Jo Comerford joins Paris to talk about a new bill that would make it free to attend.

The clock is ticking on a legal showdown over TikTok: The company and its Chinese owner, ByteDance, officially filed a legal challenge against the U.S. last week over a law that would ban the app nationwide unless it finds a buyer within a year. GBH's own social media strategist, Zack Waldman, joins Jeremy to talk about what's next. Plus: What can Massachusetts do to make community college more accessible to people? State Sen. Jo Comerford joins Paris to talk about a new bill that would make it free to attend.

Tik Tok on the Clock

Netflix's "Baby Reindeer," a fictional show about a comedian and bartender who becomes the victim of stalking, has brought to life the very real-life stories of how people and institutions often fail in stalking cases. Northeastern Criminology Prof. Carlos Cuevas joins Jeremy to talk about how such cases often play out in the real world.

Netflix's "Baby Reindeer," a fictional show about a comedian and bartender who becomes the victim of stalking, has brought to life the very real-life stories of how people and institutions often fail in stalking cases. Northeastern Criminology Prof. Carlos Cuevas joins Jeremy to talk about how such cases often play out in the real world.

The Real-Life Baby Reindeer

A new documentary produced by Frontline, <a href="https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontline/documentary/a-dangerous-assignment-uncovering-corruption-maduro-venezuela/">“A Dangerous Assignment: Uncovering Corruption in Maduro's Venezuela,”</a> sheds light on a shadowy corruption scandal spanning from Venezuela to the United States, revealing that this program in Venezuela was not at all what the government claimed it would be, and how the reporters covering it became targets of President Nicolas Maduro. Journalist Roberto Deniz of the Venezuelan independent news site Armando.Info joined Jeremy to talk about his investigation — and why he had to flee Venezuela.

A new documentary produced by Frontline, “A Dangerous Assignment: Uncovering Corruption in Maduro's Venezuela,” sheds light on a shadowy corruption scandal spanning from Venezuela to the United States, revealing that this program in Venezuela was not at all what the government claimed it would be, and how the reporters covering it became targets of President Nicolas Maduro. Journalist Roberto Deniz of the Venezuelan independent news site Armando.Info joined Jeremy to talk about his investigation — and why he had to flee Venezuela.

Meet a journalist covering corruption in Venezuela

'A Dangerous Assignment' 

About a quarter of Massachusetts residents between the ages of 20 and 30 are thinking about leaving the state in the next 5 years, according to a survey from the survey from the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce Foundation. So what can lawmakers do to keep people here? GBH's Katie Lannan joins us to discuss legislation on tap.

About a quarter of Massachusetts residents between the ages of 20 and 30 are thinking about leaving the state in the next 5 years, according to a survey from the survey from the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce Foundation. So what can lawmakers do to keep people here? GBH's Katie Lannan joins us to discuss legislation on tap.

Staying in Massachusetts

Why do tornadoes happen, and should we expect any in New England this year? GBH’s meteorologist Dave Epstein explains the whirling phenomenon.

Why do tornadoes happen, and should we expect any in New England this year? GBH’s meteorologist Dave Epstein explains the whirling phenomenon.

Tornado Alert

For seven years, the Energy Observer has been travelling the world using only renewable energy, including solar power charging lithium batteries and hydrogen tanks fueled by seawater. Now it's in Boston — and GBH News reporter Craig LeMoult got a look onboard.

For seven years, the Energy Observer has been travelling the world using only renewable energy, including solar power charging lithium batteries and hydrogen tanks fueled by seawater. Now it's in Boston — and GBH News reporter Craig LeMoult got a look onboard.

Travelling the World Sustainably

It's been an eventful few weeks at MIT, with students protesting university ties to the war in Gaza setting up an encampment on Campus. Ellie Montemayor, publisher of weekly student newspaper The Tech, joins Paris to discuss what it's been like as a student and a reporter.

It's been an eventful few weeks at MIT, with students protesting university ties to the war in Gaza setting up an encampment on Campus. Ellie Montemayor, publisher of weekly student newspaper The Tech, joins Paris to discuss what it's been like as a student and a reporter.

On The Ground with MIT Student Journalists

The childcare economy in Massachusetts is not working: Costs are unaffordable for many parents, and early childhood educators are low-paid and struggle to stay in their jobs. Can a $1.58 billion infusion help balance the books? GBH's State House Reporter Katie Lannan has the inside scoop on upcoming funding.

The childcare economy in Massachusetts is not working: Costs are unaffordable for many parents, and early childhood educators are low-paid and struggle to stay in their jobs. Can a $1.58 billion infusion help balance the books? GBH's State House Reporter Katie Lannan has the inside scoop on upcoming funding.

Spending $1.5 Billion on Childcare

The weather is warming up, which means ticks are back in full force. GBH's meteorologist and horticulturalist Dave Epstein talks about avoiding the creeping crawlers in what could be a record year.

The weather is warming up, which means ticks are back in full force. GBH's meteorologist and horticulturalist Dave Epstein talks about avoiding the creeping crawlers in what could be a record year.

Tick, Tick, Boom

GBH's Edgar B. Hurwick III of the Curiosity Desk and Culture Show joins Paris and Jeremy for his latest round of trivia questions. The topic: the month of May. Who will take home the championship belt this time around? Plus Paris Alston gets us ready for Mother's Day in the latest installment of her mental health series Waking Up Well.

GBH's Edgar B. Hurwick III of the Curiosity Desk and Culture Show joins Paris and Jeremy for his latest round of trivia questions. The topic: the month of May. Who will take home the championship belt this time around? Plus Paris Alston gets us ready for Mother's Day in the latest installment of her mental health series Waking Up Well.

It's Gonna Be May

Spring is springing. What should gardeners know about when and how to get things into the ground? GBH's meteorologist and gardening expert Dave Epstein has the details. Plus: GBH's education reporter Meg Woolhouse has the story about a push in Concord to rename the town's middle school for a local educator and abolitionist, Ellen Garrison.

Spring is springing. What should gardeners know about when and how to get things into the ground? GBH's meteorologist and gardening expert Dave Epstein has the details. Plus: GBH's education reporter Meg Woolhouse has the story about a push in Concord to rename the town's middle school for a local educator and abolitionist, Ellen Garrison.

Dave Epstein's Spring Garden Prep

GBH Senior Reporter Phillip Martin joined Jeremy Siegel to discuss hate speech in the age of social media, how easy it can be for someone to make a threat, and how law enforcement is stepping up to address the issue.

GBH Senior Reporter Phillip Martin joined Jeremy Siegel to discuss hate speech in the age of social media, how easy it can be for someone to make a threat, and how law enforcement is stepping up to address the issue.

Prosecuting Online Hate Crimes

On Saturday a soccer legend visits The Bay State. GBH News' Esteban Bustillo joins Jeremy Siegel to discuss the New England Revolution hosting Inter Miami at Gillette Stadium. That means, if all goes to plan, international soccer mega-star Lionel Messi will take the pitch against the Revs for the first time.

On Saturday a soccer legend visits The Bay State. GBH News' Esteban Bustillo joins Jeremy Siegel to discuss the New England Revolution hosting Inter Miami at Gillette Stadium. That means, if all goes to plan, international soccer mega-star Lionel Messi will take the pitch against the Revs for the first time.

Messi in Massachusetts?

What's the difference between Civil Twilight and Nautical Twilight? Meteorologist Dave Epstein joins Paris and Jeremy to break down the various different stages of daylight (and twilight) as we progress through this Spring season, including what part of the day is his favorite (and why).

What's the difference between Civil Twilight and Nautical Twilight? Meteorologist Dave Epstein joins Paris and Jeremy to break down the various different stages of daylight (and twilight) as we progress through this Spring season, including what part of the day is his favorite (and why).

Twilight in All of it's Glory

Paris Alston speaks with Andrew Scott, an economics professor at the London Business School and founder of The Longevity Forum.  Scott will be speaking on a panel about re-examining aging on Wednesday afternoon at Harvard's T-H Chan School of Public Health.  He is also the author of the new book The Longevity Imperative.

Paris Alston speaks with Andrew Scott, an economics professor at the London Business School and founder of The Longevity Forum.  Scott will be speaking on a panel about re-examining aging on Wednesday afternoon at Harvard's T-H Chan School of Public Health.  He is also the author of the new book The Longevity Imperative.

Dying Young... at an Old Age

Jeremy Siegel speaks with MIT Graduate Anna Kazlauskas. Anna is CEO of Vana, a company that aims to raise awareness of the data that we’re putting out there … and let us take control of it at the dawn of the Artificial Intelligence age.   Plus Meteorologist Dave Epstein answers your weather and gardening related questions.

Jeremy Siegel speaks with MIT Graduate Anna Kazlauskas. Anna is CEO of Vana, a company that aims to raise awareness of the data that we’re putting out there … and let us take control of it at the dawn of the Artificial Intelligence age.   Plus Meteorologist Dave Epstein answers your weather and gardening related questions.

AI and Your Personal Data


        From robocalls to deepfakes, artificial intelligence is already playing a role in the 2024 election. Jeremy Siegel speaks with Aravind Srinavas, CEO and co-founder of the A-I chatbot Perplexity about the complex issue.  Plus Paris Alston speaks with House Minority Whip Katherine Clark on the heels of the House's approval of a long-awaited aid package for Ukraine.
      

AI and Misinformation -PLUS- Congresswoman Katherine Clark

Bill Fandrich, executive vice president of technology and operations for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, acknowledges that everyone who has interacted with the US healthcare system has faced frustrations, like hard-to-find information about what's covered, how much procedures will cost, and what options are available. And, he tells Jeremy, he hopes new advancements in generative AI can help.

Bill Fandrich, executive vice president of technology and operations for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, acknowledges that everyone who has interacted with the US healthcare system has faced frustrations, like hard-to-find information about what's covered, how much procedures will cost, and what options are available. And, he tells Jeremy, he hopes new advancements in generative AI can help.

AI and Your Health Insurance Company

How are doctors using AI to pair patients with the medical providers who would be best suited to help them? Dr. Joan LaRovere, a physician in cardiac intensive care and associate chief medical officer for transformation at Boston Children's Hospital, speaks to Jeremy about using AI in low- and middle-income countries and the potential transformative power of scale.

How are doctors using AI to pair patients with the medical providers who would be best suited to help them? Dr. Joan LaRovere, a physician in cardiac intensive care and associate chief medical officer for transformation at Boston Children's Hospital, speaks to Jeremy about using AI in low- and middle-income countries and the potential transformative power of scale.

AI and the Hospital

Have you ever wondered how our income tax system came to be, or why tomatoes are considered vegetables for tax purposes? GBH's Edgar B. Herwick III, the man behind our Curiosity Desk, has the answers. Plus: John Werner, who is planning a new conference about the future of AI called Imagination in Action, talks about thinking deeply about artificial intelligence.

Have you ever wondered how our income tax system came to be, or why tomatoes are considered vegetables for tax purposes? GBH's Edgar B. Herwick III, the man behind our Curiosity Desk, has the answers. Plus: John Werner, who is planning a new conference about the future of AI called Imagination in Action, talks about thinking deeply about artificial intelligence.

Taxes, Patriots, and Artificial Intelligence

Spring is here, and so are Dave Epstein's answers to your gardening questions. What should you plant in your garden now? What can you do about a moss infestation? And is spring here? Dave has all the answers.

Spring is here, and so are Dave Epstein's answers to your gardening questions. What should you plant in your garden now? What can you do about a moss infestation? And is spring here? Dave has all the answers.

Ask Dave Epstein: What should I do about the moss in my yard?

For GBH News editor Jennifer Moore, covering last year's Boston Marathon unearthed a long-forgotten childhood memory: A coach and teacher, Larry Rodenbeck, telling her sister to stop worrying about the competition and run her own race. So what happened to Rodenbeck, who Moore remembered as a former star athlete and track star? She tracked him down to find out.

For GBH News editor Jennifer Moore, covering last year's Boston Marathon unearthed a long-forgotten childhood memory: A coach and teacher, Larry Rodenbeck, telling her sister to stop worrying about the competition and run her own race. So what happened to Rodenbeck, who Moore remembered as a former star athlete and track star? She tracked him down to find out.

'Run your own race'

Overdose deaths are at a record high in Massachusetts, and many involve people taking drugs unaware of lacing agents, like fentanyl and xylazine. Harvard student Skye Lam and Columbia student Vivian Sparks  co-founded <a href="https://mablab.webflow.io/">MabLab</a>, a company that produces an at-home testing kit people can use to become more informed about what's in the drugs they're taking.

Overdose deaths are at a record high in Massachusetts, and many involve people taking drugs unaware of lacing agents, like fentanyl and xylazine. Harvard student Skye Lam and Columbia student Vivian Sparks  co-founded MabLab, a company that produces an at-home testing kit people can use to become more informed about what's in the drugs they're taking.

The Students Creating Safety Around Drug Testing

Our resident Meteorologist and Gardening expert Dave Epstein checks in with Jeremy Siegel for his weekly weather wisdom.  Today Dave discussed the changing landscape of the seasons, how that affects the amount of snow we have on the ground, and what that decline in snow cover could mean for our local climate and growing season.

Our resident Meteorologist and Gardening expert Dave Epstein checks in with Jeremy Siegel for his weekly weather wisdom.  Today Dave discussed the changing landscape of the seasons, how that affects the amount of snow we have on the ground, and what that decline in snow cover could mean for our local climate and growing season.

What waning snow cover could mean for our local climate

Author Gregory Maguire, the man behind the book "Wicked," talks to Jeremy about the origins of Elphaba's name and what it was like to get a behind-the-scenes look at the upcoming "Wicked" movies.

Author Gregory Maguire, the man behind the book "Wicked," talks to Jeremy about the origins of Elphaba's name and what it was like to get a behind-the-scenes look at the upcoming "Wicked" movies.

Behind the Curtain with Wicked Author Gregory Maguire

The Boston Marathon is bringing 30,000 runners to the city. With them come 1,400 toilets. How do organizers calculate the number of portable toilets they'll need? GBH's Hannah Loss has an inside look at porta-potty math.

The Boston Marathon is bringing 30,000 runners to the city. With them come 1,400 toilets. How do organizers calculate the number of portable toilets they'll need? GBH's Hannah Loss has an inside look at porta-potty math.

Porta-Podcast

What's the best place to experience the solar eclipse? The residents of St. Johnsbury, Vermont, a small town that punches above its weight culturally, want you to believe that it's their hometown. Why does it eclipse the rest? Edgar B. Herwick III travels there to find out.

What's the best place to experience the solar eclipse? The residents of St. Johnsbury, Vermont, a small town that punches above its weight culturally, want you to believe that it's their hometown. Why does it eclipse the rest? Edgar B. Herwick III travels there to find out.

The Best Place to Eclipse

Actor Alan Ruck (Ferris Bueller's Day Off, Succession) will be appearing at the Emerson Colonial theatre this weekend for "An Evening with Alan Ruck", which will include a screening of the cult classic film and Q&amp;A about his role as the iconic Cameron Frye.  Ruck spoke with our Jeremy Siegel about that and other roles ahead of his appearance.

Actor Alan Ruck (Ferris Bueller's Day Off, Succession) will be appearing at the Emerson Colonial theatre this weekend for "An Evening with Alan Ruck", which will include a screening of the cult classic film and Q&A about his role as the iconic Cameron Frye.  Ruck spoke with our Jeremy Siegel about that and other roles ahead of his appearance.

Actor Alan Ruck (Ferris Bueller's Day Off, Succession) will be appearing at the Emerson Colonial theatre this weekend for "An Evening with Alan Ruck", which will include a screening of the cult classic film and Q&A about his role as the iconic Cameron Frye.  Ruck spoke with our Jeremy Siegel about that and other roles ahead of his appearance.

No days off for actor Alan Ruck

Earth Day is right around the corner, and the day can be especially pertinent given all the signs of our changing climate — something many Americans are feeling increasingly anxious about. <a href="https://www.climatehealthresilience.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">James McKowen,</a> a clinical psychologist at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital, spoke with Paris about how to handle climate-related anxieties and when to seek help for them.

Earth Day is right around the corner, and the day can be especially pertinent given all the signs of our changing climate — something many Americans are feeling increasingly anxious about. James McKowen, a clinical psychologist at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital, spoke with Paris about how to handle climate-related anxieties and when to seek help for them.

Earth Day is right around the corner, and the day can be especially pertinent given all the signs of our changing climate — something many Americans are feeling increasingly anxious about. James McKowen, a clinical psychologist at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital, spoke with Paris about how to handle climate-related anxieties and when to seek help for them.

Wake Up Well: Nature Can Heal

A solar eclipse is coming to New England on Monday, and GBH's Edgar B. Herwick, III has some eclipse-themed trivia for us. Can you get all four right? Plus: Chef Diane Kochilas wants people to live longer and is plant-based longevity in her new cookbook based on the blue zone her family is from: "The Ikaria Way."

A solar eclipse is coming to New England on Monday, and GBH's Edgar B. Herwick, III has some eclipse-themed trivia for us. Can you get all four right? Plus: Chef Diane Kochilas wants people to live longer and is plant-based longevity in her new cookbook based on the blue zone her family is from: "The Ikaria Way."

A solar eclipse is coming to New England on Monday, and GBH's Edgar B. Herwick, III has some eclipse-themed trivia for us. Can you get all four right? Plus: Chef Diane Kochilas wants people to live longer and is plant-based longevity in her new cookbook based on the blue zone her family is from: "The Ikaria Way." 

Total Eclipse of the Trivia

Snow is coming to higher-elevation areas in Massachusetts and northern New England. But expect nothing but rain in greater Boston, GBH meteorologist Dave Epstein said. Plus: Former Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker is leading the NCAA through tumultuous times, and we have a look at his tenure so far.

Snow is coming to higher-elevation areas in Massachusetts and northern New England. But expect nothing but rain in greater Boston, GBH meteorologist Dave Epstein said. Plus: Former Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker is leading the NCAA through tumultuous times, and we have a look at his tenure so far.

Sometimes It Snows In April

The Massachusetts State House is tackling a massive omnibus bill. Among the issues it addresses: Funding migrant shelters; extending pandemic-era cocktails-to-go; and so much more. GBH's Katie Lannan joins Paris for a look at negotiations.

The Massachusetts State House is tackling a massive omnibus bill. Among the issues it addresses: Funding migrant shelters; extending pandemic-era cocktails-to-go; and so much more. GBH's Katie Lannan joins Paris for a look at negotiations.

Cocktails To Go, Migrant Shelter Finding, and the State House Ties that Bind

A string instrument called the kora has been played almost exclusively by men since the 13th century, strictly passed down as a family tradition in West Africa. Sona Jobarteh, the first woman from a Griot family to become a professional kora player, talks to Jeremy about her journey ahead of a performance Saturday in Somerville. Plus: GBH’s Tessil Collins, managing producer and curator of online jazz station, Jazz 24/7, remembers journalist Sarah-Ann Shaw as a trailblazer, mentor, and community activist.

A string instrument called the kora has been played almost exclusively by men since the 13th century, strictly passed down as a family tradition in West Africa. Sona Jobarteh, the first woman from a Griot family to become a professional kora player, talks to Jeremy about her journey ahead of a performance Saturday in Somerville. Plus: GBH’s Tessil Collins, managing producer and curator of online jazz station, Jazz 24/7, remembers journalist Sarah-Ann Shaw as a trailblazer, mentor, and community activist.

Sona Jobarteh brings Gambian music to Somerville

GraphCast, an AI weather forecasting product from Google's DeepMind initiative, is drawing some conversation --- and our own human meteorologist, Dave Epstein, has thoughts on its usefullness and accuracy.

GraphCast, an AI weather forecasting product from Google's DeepMind initiative, is drawing some conversation --- and our own human meteorologist, Dave Epstein, has thoughts on its usefullness and accuracy.

AI and the Weather Forecast

Every year, a pall descents upon the city of Lawrence: Crows coming home to the largest roost in New England. Now the Army Corps of Engineers is using new imaging technology to map their movements. GBH's Craig LeMoult reports.

Every year, a pall descents upon the city of Lawrence: Crows coming home to the largest roost in New England. Now the Army Corps of Engineers is using new imaging technology to map their movements. GBH's Craig LeMoult reports.

Every year, a pall descents upon the city of Lawrence: Crows coming home to the largest roost in New England. Now the Army Corps of Engineers is using new imaging technology to map their movements. GBH's Craig LeMoult reports. 

Crows Descent on Lawrence: The Crowening

Gov. Maura Healey traveled out of state on vacation, kicking off a temporary transfer of power. Her office made the decision not to share where Healey was going, also prompting conversation about what's personal and what's a matter of public interest for elected officials. GBH's Katie Lannan joins us to discuss.

Gov. Maura Healey traveled out of state on vacation, kicking off a temporary transfer of power. Her office made the decision not to share where Healey was going, also prompting conversation about what's personal and what's a matter of public interest for elected officials. GBH's Katie Lannan joins us to discuss.

The Personal and the Political

The PAX East (Penny Arcade Expo) convention is back again for another year in Boston, and Paris Alston stopped by to give everyone a look at what goes down at the popular event.

The PAX East (Penny Arcade Expo) convention is back again for another year in Boston, and Paris Alston stopped by to give everyone a look at what goes down at the popular event.

PAX East is back in Boston

What can we learn from reading the diaries of women? So much, historian and journalist Sarah Gristwood said. Her new book, "Secret Voices," explores the private thoughts and reflections of women through hundreds of years. She spoke to Paris about what she took away from the collection.

What can we learn from reading the diaries of women? So much, historian and journalist Sarah Gristwood said. Her new book, "Secret Voices," explores the private thoughts and reflections of women through hundreds of years. She spoke to Paris about what she took away from the collection.

Sarah Gristwood on Reading Women's Diaries

It's the time of year where days are getting longer and things are getting brighter. Edgar B. Herwick, III joins us to talk about trivia relating to the spring equinox. Can you spring into knowledge with these fun facts?

It's the time of year where days are getting longer and things are getting brighter. Edgar B. Herwick, III joins us to talk about trivia relating to the spring equinox. Can you spring into knowledge with these fun facts?

Equinox Trivia

Paris Alston speaks with Massachusetts Congressman Seth Moulton, one of co-sponsors of the American High Speed Rail Act, a proposal that would invest over $200 billion dollars and create 2 million jobs in an effort to modernize the rail system in the United States, bring true high speed rail to American citizens, and revolutionize the way we travel across this country.

Paris Alston speaks with Massachusetts Congressman Seth Moulton, one of co-sponsors of the American High Speed Rail Act, a proposal that would invest over $200 billion dollars and create 2 million jobs in an effort to modernize the rail system in the United States, bring true high speed rail to American citizens, and revolutionize the way we travel across this country.

Express Train: Seth Moulton wants to modernize the rail system

It's been 34 years since two thieves broke into the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and stole a collection of masterpieces. Where does the investigation stand now? Anthony Amore, the museum's security director, joins Jeremy to give us a look at what investigators are exploring.

It's been 34 years since two thieves broke into the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and stole a collection of masterpieces. Where does the investigation stand now? Anthony Amore, the museum's security director, joins Jeremy to give us a look at what investigators are exploring.

Missing: Gardner Masterpieces

For Women's History Month, we're talking to Cambridge Day film writer Sarah G. Vincent in talking to us about women that center women, in front of or behind the camera. Today she tells us about her favorite movies that showcase women's anger and rage: "Gaslight," "Erin Brockovich," and "Midsommar."

For Women's History Month, we're talking to Cambridge Day film writer Sarah G. Vincent in talking to us about women that center women, in front of or behind the camera. Today she tells us about her favorite movies that showcase women's anger and rage: "Gaslight," "Erin Brockovich," and "Midsommar."

Female Rage On Screen

Grammy-winning songwriter Aoife O’Donovan’s new album “All My Friends” takes listeners back in time using archival documents and sound, tracing the history of women's rights in America. Jeremy talks to her about the journey. Plus: What even is "normal" weather? GBH Meteorologist Dave Epstein talks to Paris and Jeremy.

Grammy-winning songwriter Aoife O’Donovan’s new album “All My Friends” takes listeners back in time using archival documents and sound, tracing the history of women's rights in America. Jeremy talks to her about the journey. Plus: What even is "normal" weather? GBH Meteorologist Dave Epstein talks to Paris and Jeremy.

Music From the Vault

Jeremy Siegel speaks with Massachusetts Congressman Jake Auchincloss as bipartisan legislation co-sponsored by the Congressman is scheduled to be voted on on the House floor today concerning Tiktok.

Jeremy Siegel speaks with Massachusetts Congressman Jake Auchincloss as bipartisan legislation co-sponsored by the Congressman is scheduled to be voted on on the House floor today concerning Tiktok.

Jeremy Siegel speaks with Massachusetts Congressman Jake Auchincloss as bipartisan legislation co-sponsored by the Congressman is scheduled to be voted on on the House floor today concerning Tiktok.  

Auchincloss: Tiktok must be sold

Comedian Roy Wood Jr. will be performing stand-up at Boston's Wibur Theater this weekend, so Jeremy caught up with him to talk about his career, his Daily Show piece about racism in Boston, and why it's important to talk to locals.

Comedian Roy Wood Jr. will be performing stand-up at Boston's Wibur Theater this weekend, so Jeremy caught up with him to talk about his career, his Daily Show piece about racism in Boston, and why it's important to talk to locals.

Roy Wood Jr. Has a Good Time in Boston

Sunday night marked the start of the Holy Month of Ramadan, and many local Muslims are marking the holiday more somberly this year in light of the ongoing war in Gaza. Fatema Ahmad, executive director of the Muslim Justice League, joins Paris to discuss. Plus: GBH's State House Reporter Katie Lannan catches us up on the state of housing in Massachusetts.

Sunday night marked the start of the Holy Month of Ramadan, and many local Muslims are marking the holiday more somberly this year in light of the ongoing war in Gaza. Fatema Ahmad, executive director of the Muslim Justice League, joins Paris to discuss. Plus: GBH's State House Reporter Katie Lannan catches us up on the state of housing in Massachusetts.

Ramadan Begins

Paris and Jeremy preview all aspects of the 2024 Academy Awards with GBH's own Callie Crossley, from Basic Black, Under the Radar and of course The Culture Show.

Paris and Jeremy preview all aspects of the 2024 Academy Awards with GBH's own Callie Crossley, from Basic Black, Under the Radar and of course The Culture Show.

Oscars 2024: A Pink and Purple Takeover

If thinking about money makes you anxious, you're not alone: Plenty of Americans experience stress around finances. Jenae Murphy, the founder of Financial Therapy LLC, has tips on how to deal with it. Plus: What's phenology, the study of seasonal changes? Meteorologist Dave Epstein joins us to explain.

If thinking about money makes you anxious, you're not alone: Plenty of Americans experience stress around finances. Jenae Murphy, the founder of Financial Therapy LLC, has tips on how to deal with it. Plus: What's phenology, the study of seasonal changes? Meteorologist Dave Epstein joins us to explain.

Wake Up Well: 'Money Flows to Me Easily'

Twice a year, we shift our clocks back and forth from Standard Time to Daylight Savings Time. Why? GBH's Curiosity Desk Reporter Edgard B. Herwick, III joins Paris and Jeremy to explain.

Twice a year, we shift our clocks back and forth from Standard Time to Daylight Savings Time. Why? GBH's Curiosity Desk Reporter Edgard B. Herwick, III joins Paris and Jeremy to explain.

Why Do We Spring Forward?

Foreign policy is set to play an outsized role in today's Super Tuesday election, with a campaign led by younger progressive Democrats to vote "No Preference" instead of President Biden picking up steam. So how can the US response to the war in Gaza impact Super Tuesday? Marsin Alshamary, an assistant professor of political science at Boston College who studies the Middle East, joined Jeremy to talk about this and the historical precedence of foreign policy playing so heavily into a presidential race.

Foreign policy is set to play an outsized role in today's Super Tuesday election, with a campaign led by younger progressive Democrats to vote "No Preference" instead of President Biden picking up steam. So how can the US response to the war in Gaza impact Super Tuesday? Marsin Alshamary, an assistant professor of political science at Boston College who studies the Middle East, joined Jeremy to talk about this and the historical precedence of foreign policy playing so heavily into a presidential race.

The World and the US Elections

Election Day is tomorrow, with voters in 15 states (including Massachusetts) heading to the polls to vote in presidential primaries. Somerville City Councilor Willie Burnley Jr. is part of the effort to encourage people to mark their Democratic ballots with a vote for "No Preference" as an indication for support for a ceasefire between Israel and Gaza. He joined Paris to talk about the movement.

Election Day is tomorrow, with voters in 15 states (including Massachusetts) heading to the polls to vote in presidential primaries. Somerville City Councilor Willie Burnley Jr. is part of the effort to encourage people to mark their Democratic ballots with a vote for "No Preference" as an indication for support for a ceasefire between Israel and Gaza. He joined Paris to talk about the movement.

Voting for a Cease Fire

Today on your For You Page: The US Supreme Court is considering some cases regarding content moderation that could have significant impacts on what we see on our social feeds. GBH's social media strategist, Zack Waldman, joins Jeremy to explain. Plus: Across Massachusetts, old housing stock means residents are often left with freezing cold apartments in the winter. What can be done about it?

Today on your For You Page: The US Supreme Court is considering some cases regarding content moderation that could have significant impacts on what we see on our social feeds. GBH's social media strategist, Zack Waldman, joins Jeremy to explain. Plus: Across Massachusetts, old housing stock means residents are often left with freezing cold apartments in the winter. What can be done about it?

Your Social Feeds and The Supreme Court

In light of an Alabama court's ruling that frozen embryos often used in IVF procedures are legally considered children, Rep. Lori Trahan of Lowell talks about her own experience with undergoing IVF to have her two daughters and why Democrats should focus on reproductive issues in the upcoming election. Plus: Jeremy has the story of two sets of twins, both born on Leap Day, and the misunderstanding that brought them together.

In light of an Alabama court's ruling that frozen embryos often used in IVF procedures are legally considered children, Rep. Lori Trahan of Lowell talks about her own experience with undergoing IVF to have her two daughters and why Democrats should focus on reproductive issues in the upcoming election. Plus: Jeremy has the story of two sets of twins, both born on Leap Day, and the misunderstanding that brought them together.

What Alabama's IVF Ruling Means

State lawmakers are considering bills to raise certain taxes and deal with pandemic lockdown-era legislation to allow to-go cocktails. GBH’s State House Reporter Katie Lannan joins us to talk all about it.

State lawmakers are considering bills to raise certain taxes and deal with pandemic lockdown-era legislation to allow to-go cocktails. GBH’s State House Reporter Katie Lannan joins us to talk all about it.

State lawmakers are considering bills to raise certain taxes and deal with pandemic lockdown-era legislation to allow to-go cocktails. GBH’s State House Reporter Katie Lannan joins us to talk all about it.

Cocktails and Taxes

For years, the state of Massachusetts was charged with the care of children with disabilities at The Walter E. Fernald State School in Waltham. But those children were often neglected. Now, family members of the children who lived there are looking to learn more about what happened to their loved ones and hitting dead ends. GBH's Jennifer Moore investigates.

For years, the state of Massachusetts was charged with the care of children with disabilities at The Walter E. Fernald State School in Waltham. But those children were often neglected. Now, family members of the children who lived there are looking to learn more about what happened to their loved ones and hitting dead ends. GBH's Jennifer Moore investigates.

Uncovering the Fernald School's Secrets

It's a trying time for global diplomacy, with wars in Ukraine and Gaza, along with other turmoil across the world. Jeremy talks to British diplomat David Rutley about how he thinks about the current moment. Plus: Imam Taymullah Abdur-Rahman, whose life has taken him from a Maurice Starr's '80s boyband Perfect Gentlemen to a career in promoting social change, talks to Paris about his new book <a href="https://www.broadleafbooks.com/store/product/9781506489285/American-Imam" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"American Imam: From Pop Stardom to Prison Abolition."</a>

It's a trying time for global diplomacy, with wars in Ukraine and Gaza, along with other turmoil across the world. Jeremy talks to British diplomat David Rutley about how he thinks about the current moment. Plus: Imam Taymullah Abdur-Rahman, whose life has taken him from a Maurice Starr's '80s boyband Perfect Gentlemen to a career in promoting social change, talks to Paris about his new book "American Imam: From Pop Stardom to Prison Abolition."

It's a trying time for global diplomacy, with wars in Ukraine and Gaza, along with other turmoil across the world. Jeremy talks to British diplomat David Rutley about how he thinks about the current moment. Plus: Imam Taymullah Abdur-Rahman, whose life has taken him from a Maurice Starr's '80s boyband Perfect Gentlemen to a career in promoting social change, talks to Paris about his new book "American Imam: From Pop Stardom to Prison Abolition."

How A Diplomat Holds Out Hope

Looking for things to do this weekend? We have quite the lineup for you: First, GBH's Executive Arts Editor Jared Bowen has a round up of art shows, including 'Raqib Shaw: Ballads of East and West' at the Gardner Museum and 'Wu Tsang: Of Whales' at the ICA. Plus: Mike Deehan of Axios Boston joins Paris to talk about 1990s-themed events going on this weekend.

Looking for things to do this weekend? We have quite the lineup for you: First, GBH's Executive Arts Editor Jared Bowen has a round up of art shows, including 'Raqib Shaw: Ballads of East and West' at the Gardner Museum and 'Wu Tsang: Of Whales' at the ICA. Plus: Mike Deehan of Axios Boston joins Paris to talk about 1990s-themed events going on this weekend.

Arts and a Blast from the Past: What to Do in Boston This Weekend

Is the earth's circumference increasing because of sea level rise? Where does the term CEO come from, and how did it become so widespread? Edgar B. Herwick III, the man behind GBH's Curiosity Desk, joins Paris and Jeremy to discuss. Plus: Cambridge's migrant shelter is only open at night, leaving families staying there out on the street during the day. So what can be done to help, and who has jurisdiction to decide? State Rep. Mike Connolly of Cambridge joins Jeremy to talk about it.

Is the earth's circumference increasing because of sea level rise? Where does the term CEO come from, and how did it become so widespread? Edgar B. Herwick III, the man behind GBH's Curiosity Desk, joins Paris and Jeremy to discuss. Plus: Cambridge's migrant shelter is only open at night, leaving families staying there out on the street during the day. So what can be done to help, and who has jurisdiction to decide? State Rep. Mike Connolly of Cambridge joins Jeremy to talk about it.

If Sea Levels Are Rising, Is the Earth Growing?

Last week, Milton voters rejected a change to its zoning ordinances that would have allowed multi-family housing in parts of the town and brought Milton into compliance with the MBTA Communities Law. So what's next? GBH State House Reporter Katie Lannan talks about housing affordability, traffic snarls, and possible legal ramifications.

Last week, Milton voters rejected a change to its zoning ordinances that would have allowed multi-family housing in parts of the town and brought Milton into compliance with the MBTA Communities Law. So what's next? GBH State House Reporter Katie Lannan talks about housing affordability, traffic snarls, and possible legal ramifications.

What's Next in Milton

Some activists complain that DEI programs in schools are antisemitic, leaving superintendents in Brookline, Newton and Needham to reckon with hot-button issues around how to teach students about antiracism, antisemitism and Islamophobia. GBH's Phillip Martin reports.

Some activists complain that DEI programs in schools are antisemitic, leaving superintendents in Brookline, Newton and Needham to reckon with hot-button issues around how to teach students about antiracism, antisemitism and Islamophobia. GBH's Phillip Martin reports.

Some activists complain that DEI programs in schools are antisemitic, leaving superintendents in Brookline, Newton and Needham to reckon with hot-button issues around how to teach students about antiracism, antisemitism and Islamophobia. GBH's Phillip Martin reports

Where Antisemitism Belongs in DEI programs

Schools like MIT, Dartmouth, and Georgetown, which did away with SAT testing requirements, are now reinstating them --- at a time when affording college is getting harder for more Americans. What does it all mean for young people trying to apply and pay for school? GBH's education reporter Kirk Carapezza joins us to discuss.

Schools like MIT, Dartmouth, and Georgetown, which did away with SAT testing requirements, are now reinstating them --- at a time when affording college is getting harder for more Americans. What does it all mean for young people trying to apply and pay for school? GBH's education reporter Kirk Carapezza joins us to discuss.

The Elite Colleges Reinstating SAT Requirements

Looking for something to do during February break next week? Mike Deehan of Axios Boston has some top picks. Plus: Our meteorologist Dave Epstein talks about a bit of upcoming snow and why snow can be tricky to predict.

Looking for something to do during February break next week? Mike Deehan of Axios Boston has some top picks. Plus: Our meteorologist Dave Epstein talks about a bit of upcoming snow and why snow can be tricky to predict.