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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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Donald Trump
Ice
Massachusetts
Iran
Trump Administration
Boston
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Boston Public Radio
Venezuela
World Cup
Trump
Boston Public Library
Rob Reiner
Economy
Immigration Policy
Epstein Files
Gun Violence
Public Health
Immigration
State Of the Union Address

Join hosts Jim Braude and Margery Eagan for a smart local conversation with leaders and thinkers shaping Boston and New England. We feature our favorite conversation from each show. To hear the full show, please visit wgbhnews.org/bpr To share your opinion, email bpr@wgbh.org or call or text 877-301-8970 during the live broadcast from 11AM-1PM Monday through Friday.

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Latest Episodes

Welcome to our new rendition of the Best of BPR Podcast! In this new version, we will be publishing the week's top segments. In case you're missing us over the weekend... now you have something to listen to!

On today's Show: Stephen Pina and Sean El... more

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 how their feeling in this b... more

Odie Henderson discusses some of his latest movie reviews, and the latest around AI in the industry.

Diego Herrera, Peruvian saxophonist and composer, is our LMF guest today.

Dr. Katherine Gergen Barnett discusses a 'paradigm shift' in Moderna's ca... more

Margaret Sullivan calls into the show to analyze the media's coverage of Trump, and the value/integrity of a newspaper endorsement these days.

Andrea Cabral discusses the police officers misusing Flock, and the White Stadium SJC ruling.

Matthew Mil... more

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Recent Guests

Sean Ellis
Exoneree, co-founder of Exoneree Network
Exoneree Network / New England Innocence Project
Episode: BPR Full Show 8/21/26: Accused, Imprisoned, & Now Free
Matthew Miller
Writer and producer of Tony, the new Anthony Bourdain biopic
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Episode: BPR Full Show 8/20/26: Tony Movie Interview
Christopher Muther
Boston Globe travel writer; discussed Dolly Parton's Dollywood truck stop
Boston Globe
Episode: BPR Full Show 8/19/26: Dolly Parton Truck Stop
Hilary Burns
Globe opinion writer; part of College Town newsletter team
Boston Globe
Episode: BPR Full Show 8/19/26: Dolly Parton Truck Stop
Brian Bergstein
Editor at Globe College Town project
Boston Globe
Episode: BPR Full Show 8/19/26: Dolly Parton Truck Stop
Dr. Cornelia Griggs
Pediatric surgeon, critical care specialist, MGH/Harvard Medical School
MGH / Harvard Medical School
Episode: BPR Full Show 8/19/26: Dolly Parton Truck Stop
James Arciero
State Representative; House Chair of Joint Committee on Transportation
Massachusetts Legislature
Episode: BPR Full Show 8/19/26: Dolly Parton Truck Stop
Margaret Sullivan
Media critic; former editor at The Washington Post / The New York Times
(Zoom appearance)
Episode: BPR Full Show 8/19/26: Dolly Parton Truck Stop
Paul Heslop
UN Senior Mine Action Advisor in Ukraine
United Nations
Episode: BPR Full Show 8/18/26: Ukraine Demining Efforts

Hosts

Jim Braude
Host with co-hosting experience, prominent in local public radio discussions; frequently leads political and policy conversations.
Margery Eagan
Co-host with a strong policy and media background; frequently guides discussion and engages callers.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 641 ratings
  • 24 years and counting - I trust J&M

    I’ve listened since the WTKK days and still going strong. Fresh, local perspective. Always informed, always hilarious. The chemistry is undeniable. Sometimes, Margery hosts on her own and she even gets to complete a sentence!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RAD07
    United States3 months ago
  • Love J & M but..

    The TDS is getting tired.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Justin in Boston
    United Statesa year ago
  • PBS Kids

    Yes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lucia Wiggle
    United Statesa year ago
  • Listener ? Braude should be the first to go. Interesting him to see him trying to bully his boss.

    How pathetic is Marjorie!!!! She couldn’t handle a debate with a caller and big Braude had to interrupt and save her by attacking the caller.

    It’s shows like this that lead to Trump’s shooting. Time to put these foolish octogenarians out to pasture. The way the two of these bullies attacked the caller was out of line!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Human listener
    United Statesa year ago
  • What a Pair

    Not since Scott Galloway and Kara Swisher has a pair of people complemented each other’s strong points and minimized each other’s weak points more perfectly than here. Topics and guests are invariably interesting. You might hear a judge, a naturalist and an economics professor in one show. There may be a Boston slant, but rarely for the whole show. Besides, what’s better than Boston?

    Apple Podcasts
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    Does cent
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Hosts' liberal-leaning discourse is noticeable and drives lively, opinionated exchanges.
Episodes are sometimes uneven in audio quality or posting schedule, but content is consistently engaging.
Listeners value the wide range of conversations and guests, with smart local focus and entertaining banter.

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BPR Full Show 8/17/26: AI Slop
Q: Explain what the point of the lawsuit against Harvard was and whether it's over.
Muhammad explains the lawsuit framed as protection against harassment and safety concerns, but notes the judge dismissed the federal lawsuit, and it remains unclear if the administration will pursue further action; the broader takeaway is that higher education faces ongoing political pressure.
Best of BPR (Aug. 2026): Seth Moulton, David Steiner, and More
Q: What concrete steps would you take to extricate us from the Iran situation if you were in a position of power?
Moulton lays out a three-point plan emphasizing de-escalation, leveraging sanctions and leverage, and supporting moderate forces, while outlining a policy path he would pursue if in office.
Best of BPR (Aug. 2026): Seth Moulton, David Steiner, and More
Q: Why would you even take a meeting with a lobbyist on behalf of Jeffrey Epstein?
The host asks about the ethical implications and consequences of meeting with Epstein's lobbyist, exploring accountability and political risk in the context of prior statements.
BPR Full Show 8/18/26: Ukraine Demining Efforts
Q: What is the state of the economy right now according to Dan Primack?
Primack says GDP and AI-driven growth look strong, but everyday costs like gas and groceries remain high for consumers, illustrating a gap between macro indicators and personal experience.
BPR Full Show 8/20/26: Tony Movie Interview
Q: What drew you to tell this specific period of Tony Bourdain's life?
The filmmakers were interested in exploring the formative years that shaped Bourdain, showing how early experiences and mentors influenced his later success, and how a three-month window could illuminate universal themes about identity and ambition.

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Local-style ask-and-answer with a strong focus on Boston and New England politics, policy, and daily life. Episodes frequently blend live call-ins with interviews and reporting from city leaders, national figures, journalists, and subject-matter experts. Common threads include transportation, housing, public safety, and governance, often framed through the lens of regional impact and civic engagement. Noteworthy traits include a sustained mix of policy depth, energetic debate, and accessible discussions that pair serious analysis with approachable, community-driven conversations. Listeners likely appreciate timely updates, diverse guests, and candid host互动 that balances local immediacy with broader national context.

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2. Matthew Miller
3. Christopher Muther
4. Hilary Burns
5. Brian Bergstein
6. Dr. Cornelia Griggs
7. James Arciero
8. Margaret Sullivan

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