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Boston Public Radio Podcast

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Donald Trump
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Boston Public Library
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SNAP
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Ukraine
SNAP Benefits
Epstein Files
Venezuela
World Cup
Immigration Policy
Democrats
Ukrainian War
Trump
Federal Shutdown

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

Governor Maura Healey joins from 11-12.

National security expert Juliette Kayyem discusses the election implications for McConnell extending his Senate leave ... And the massive displacement in France and Spain amid wildfires.

TJ and Hadley Douglas... more

Welcome to our brand new podcast! 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 start t... more

Welcome to our brand new podcast! 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 discuss... more

We start the show by asking listeners about their thoughts on online lottery tickets

Trenni Casey discusses LeBron James going to the 76ers, and UNC + Bill Belichick in hot water.

Ken Casey of the Dropkick Murphys zooms in from their Euro tour.

CN... more

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Recent Guests

Faith Gordon
Associate Professor in Law and Deputy Associate Dean of Research at the Australian National University College of Law
Australian National University
Episode: BPR Full Show: Pies vs Cakes
Alyssa Wang
Artistic director of the Boston Festival Orchestra
Boston Festival Orchestra
Episode: BPR Full Show: Pies vs Cakes
Nicholas Brown
Executive Director of the Boston Festival Orchestra
Boston Festival Orchestra
Episode: BPR Full Show: Pies vs Cakes
Mary Moriarty
Hennepin County Attorney; lead on investigations into shootings by federal immigration agents
Hennepin County Attorney's Office
Episode: BPR Full Show 7/23/26: Abandoning the Walmart Lifestyle
Andrea Cabral
Former Suffolk County Sheriff and former Massachusetts Secretary of Public Safety; BPR contributor
Former Suffolk County Sheriff; former MA Secretary of Public Safety
Episode: BPR Full Show 7/23/26: Abandoning the Walmart Lifestyle
Bill McKibben
Environmentalist, author, co-founder of 350.org, founder of third act.org
350.org / Third Act
Episode: BPR Full Show 7/23/26: Abandoning the Walmart Lifestyle
Meredith Goldstein
Love Letters columnist and Boston Globe relationship columnist
Boston Globe
Episode: BPR Full Show 7/23/26: Abandoning the Walmart Lifestyle
Rachel Hartigan
Author of Lost Amelia Earhart's Three Mysterious Deaths and One Extraordinary Life
National Geographic; Lost Earhart research
Episode: BPR Full Show 7/20/26: Mid-Summer Checkpoint
Spencer Buell
Camberville reporter for the Boston Globe
Boston Globe
Episode: BPR Full Show 7/20/26: Mid-Summer Checkpoint

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 639 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 States2 months 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 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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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 7/22/26: Best of the Wurst Festival
Q: What did Trenni Casey say about the World Cup impact on local communities?
Trenni argued that hosting the World Cup locally helped dispel stereotypes, highlighted community engagement, and showed the US can celebrate big events in a way that boosts national pride.
BPR Full Show 7/20/26: Mid-Summer Checkpoint
Q: What changes does HR 1 bring to SNAP at the state level, and how might that impact families?
HR 1 imposes stricter work requirements and shifts costs to states, potentially cutting benefits and increasing administrative burdens, which could lead to significant numbers of people losing benefits.
BPR Full Show 7/20/26: Mid-Summer Checkpoint
Q: What are the three main theories about what happened to Amelia Earhart?
The three main theories are capture by adversaries, a Castaway scenario where she landed on a nearby island, or ditching the plane at sea due to running out of fuel, with later permutations adding complexity to each scenario.
BPR Full Show 7/23/26: Abandoning the Walmart Lifestyle
Q: What is the role of the current administration in the Minnesota shooting investigations?
Mary Moriarty explains that cooperation with federal agencies diminished during a certain period, but evidence was later obtained and the case progressed with charges against ICE agents and ongoing investigations.
BPR Full Show 7/6/26: SCOTUS News and Taylor Swift Wedding
Q: What was the key takeaway from the birthright citizenship case?
The majority affirmed birthright citizenship, but Justice Kavanaugh suggested the issue could be revisited through Congress, signaling ongoing political contention rather than a final resolution.

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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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4. Mary Moriarty
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