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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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Donald Trump
Trump Administration
Massachusetts
ICE
Government Shutdown
Boston Public Library
Iran
Supreme Court
Trump
Gaza
SNAP
Mental Health
Ukraine
Boston
SNAP Benefits
Epstein Files
Venezuela
Immigration Policy
Public Health
Healthcare System

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

Callie Crossley + Adam Reilly joining for Press Play — discuss the first terrorism charges brought against purported Antifa activists, and ABC's campaign urging viewers to push back against FCC pressure.

Boston-based neo reggae band Bubble Wave is h... more

Retired Federal Judge Nancy Gertner discussing the expected Supreme Court rulings from this morning, and a DOJ subpoena for Washington Post and WSJ reporters.

Sue O'Connell discusses the state of Massachusetts ballot questions, and the Washington Po... more

CNN's John King zooms in with the latest national political headlines.

Boston Globe's Shirley Leung discusses the dignitaries and CEOs treating the World Cup like a Davos summit, and the SJC blocking the rent control ballot question.

National secur... more

Attorney General Andrea Campbell answers your questions

Steve Kerrigan of MassDems and Amy Carnevale of MassGOP join for a politics discussion. 

Martha Walsh and Marsha Warfield join ahead of their dual-headline show, "It's Raining Queens" at the R... more

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Recent Guests

Bubble Wave members
Boston-based neo-reggae band; Eric Beasley-Safuentes (drums), Masa Yamamoto (keys) etc.
Bubble Wave
Episode: BPR Full Show: Elizabeth Warren Joins Us
Steven Chapra
Professor Emeritus, Tufts University
Tufts University
Episode: BPR Full Show: Elizabeth Warren Joins Us
Alan Salamont
Democratic fundraiser (contextual)
Democratic fundraising
Episode: BPR Full Show 6/25/26: SCOTUS Rulings and Gluten-free Bread
Dusty Rhodes
Executive Director, Sail Boston
Sail Boston
Episode: BPR Full Show 6/25/26: SCOTUS Rulings and Gluten-free Bread
Alan Salomon
Former ambassador to Spain, Democratic fundraiser
Democratic fundraising and diplomacy
Episode: BPR Full Show 6/25/26: SCOTUS Rulings and Gluten-free Bread
David Andelman
Son of Eddie Andelman, involved with Phantom Gourmet
The Andelman family / Phantom Gourmet
Episode: BPR Full Show 6/24/26: The Legacy of Eddie Andelman
Michael Andelman
Son of Eddie Andelman, associated with Phantom Gourmet
The Andelman family / Phantom Gourmet
Episode: BPR Full Show 6/24/26: The Legacy of Eddie Andelman
Amy Carnevale
MassGOP chair
MassGOP
Episode: BPR Full Show 6/23/26: Ask the Attorney General
Martha Walsh
Dance/music artist, performer
Self/Public figure
Episode: BPR Full Show 6/23/26: Ask the Attorney General

Hosts

Jim Braude
Host of Boston Public Radio,GBH / Boston Public Radio network; long-time political commentator and moderator with a focus on local governance, civil rights, and public policy.
Margery Eagan
Co-host, Boston Public Radio; commentator with a focus on culture, politics, and community perspectives, strong moderator and interviewer.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 637 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 Statesa month ago
  • Love J & M but..

    The TDS is getting tired.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Justin in Boston
    United States10 months ago
  • PBS Kids

    Yes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lucia Wiggle
    United States10 months 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
    5
    Does cent
    United Statesa year ago

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Audience enjoys a mix of politics, culture, and practical civic tips.
Engaging, broad range of guests and deep policy discussions.
Listeners appreciate the local focus with national context.
Some episodes have inconsistent uploads; guests and topics remain strong.
Hosts maintain lively, intelligent dialogue and thoughtful questioning.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

BPR Full Show 6/22/26: Jamie Hosts For the First Time!
Q: What is the Senate primary care bill aiming to accomplish?
It seeks to invest more in primary care, raise the share of healthcare spending directed to primary care, support the workforce and reduce burnout, while shifting away from fee-for-service toward more sustainable care delivery.
BPR Full Show 6/12: Watching Trump's UFC Fight Or World Cup?
Q: Why do supporters believe it increases turnout and choice?
Supporters argue it reduces party gatekeeping, enables independents to participate, and forces more candidates to compete in primaries, ultimately expanding opportunities for challengers and giving voters broader options.
BPR Full Show 6/12: Watching Trump's UFC Fight Or World Cup?
Q: What would the ballot question actually do in practice in Massachusetts?
It would create an all-party primary (jungle primary) for state and local offices, allowing top two vote-getters to advance to the general, with debates about whether this expands or contracts competition and whether it undermines party structure.
BPR Full Show 6/11: Rachel Rollins Speaks Out
Q: What motivated you to run for Suffolk County DA again?
Rollins cited a belief in public service and a need to restore innovative leadership, transparency, and crime policy that she says existed during her previous tenure.
BPR Full Show 6/23/26: Ask the Attorney General
Q: Why weren't some healthcare executives criminally charged in the UnitedHealthcare case, despite aggressive fraud allegations?
She notes the complexities of prosecuting executives, the need for robust evidence, and the role of state and federal coordination to pursue accountability, including monetary restitution and monitors.

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What is Boston Public Radio Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-moving, local-politics–culture show that blends live interviews with policy discussion, civic issues, and community voices. Episodes routinely feature politicians, journalists, nonprofit leaders, and local figures, weaving in national policy contexts with Boston-area concerns such as housing, transit, public safety, and healthcare. A recurring strength is thoughtful guest variety—from lawmakers and public safety officials to educators, journalists, and cultural voices—often paired with listener calls that illuminate how policy affects everyday life. Noteworthy traits include a strong focus on voting rights, civil rights, and public accountability, plus accessible takeaways for attendees and potential guests or sponsors looking to rea... more

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