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Newsmakers | WPRI 12 News

Tim White, Ted Nesi
Rhode Island
Dan Mckee
Brown University
Helena Foulkes
United States
Medicaid
Judiciary
Sue Anderbois
Rent Stabilization
Rhode Island Republican Party
Elections
Donald J. Trump
Providence, Rhode Island
Attorney General Of Rhode Island
Rhode Island Energy
Chronic Absenteeism
Education Funding Rhode Island
Elaine Pelino
Iran
Catholic Church

Tim White and Ted Nesi host in-depth interviews each week with top politicians and others in the news from Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts. Brought to you by WPRI 12, Fox Providence and myRITV.

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This week on a special edition of Newsmakers: a debate between the two candidates running for Providence mayor, incumbent Brett Smiley and challenger David Morales.

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This week on Newsmakers: Republican candidate for governor Elaine Pelino discusses a new poll showing her ahead, criticism from rival Aaron Guckian, her policy positions and more; plus, Ted Nesi is joined by The Providence Journal's Patrick Anderson ... more

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Karin Wulf, Professor of History and Director of the John Carter Brown Library at Brown University, discusses the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution and what the milestone means for how Americans understand the nation's founding. Then John ... more

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This week on Newsmakers: Warwick Mayor Frank Picozzi, Rhode Island's most prominent political independent, explains why he endorsed Democratic gubernatorial candidate Helena Foulkes and discusses key issues facing his city; then, 12 News political an... more

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Recent Guests

Elaine Pelino
Republican candidate for governor of Rhode Island
Campaign for Elaine Pelino
Episode: 7/10/2026: Elaine Pelino; reporters' roundtable
Karin Wulf
Brown University Professor of History; Director and Librarian of John Carter Brown Library
Brown University / John Carter Brown Library
Episode: 7/2/2026: Prof. Karin Wulf; Common Cause's John Marion
John Marion
Executive Director of Common Cause Rhode Island
Common Cause Rhode Island
Episode: 7/2/2026: Prof. Karin Wulf; Common Cause's John Marion
Frank Picozzi
Mayor of Warwick, RI
City of Warwick
Episode: 6/26/2026: Mayor Picozzi; political roundtable
Joe Solomon Jr.
Democratic candidate for Attorney General and state representative
Rhode Island House of Representatives
Episode: 6/19/2026: Rep. Solomon; political roundtable
Xay Khamsyvoravong
Newport City Councilor, candidate for Lieutenant Governor
Rhode Island politics
Episode: 6/11/2026: Xay Khamsyvoravong; US Senate race
Connor Burbridge
Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate
Rhode Island politics
Episode: 6/11/2026: Xay Khamsyvoravong; US Senate race
Stephen Skoly
Republican candidate for Rhode Island's 2nd Congressional District
Republican Party
Episode: 6/5/2026: State House roundtable; Skoly vs. Mellor
Vic Mellor
Republican candidate for Rhode Island's 2nd Congressional District
Republican Party
Episode: 6/5/2026: State House roundtable; Skoly vs. Mellor

Hosts

Tim White
Host of Newsmakers; lead interviewer and public affairs journalist for WPRI 12 News
Ted Nesi
Politics editor and co-host guiding political roundtables and interviews

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
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    Great show.But we got to get Ted a better chair!

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Smart, data-driven take on RI politics; guests bring real insight.
Great depth on policy; a bit heavy for casual listeners but valuable for political professionals.
Sometimes hosts focus on the numbers, which helps sponsors understand voter concerns.

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6/26/2026: Mayor Picozzi; political roundtable
Q: What is the fundamental reason Picozzi endorsed Helena Foulkes?
Picozzi explains that his endorsement stems from frustration with Governor McKee and a belief that Foulkes would better represent Warwick's interests, particularly in the context of airport governance and access to a board seat.
7/2/2026: Prof. Karin Wulf; Common Cause's John Marion
Q: What are the implications of the Supreme Court's voting rights decisions for states like Rhode Island?
While the court's decisions limit federal remedies, states can act with state-level voting rights laws; Rhode Island may pursue its own measures to strengthen access and guard against suppression, independent of federal changes.
7/2/2026: Prof. Karin Wulf; Common Cause's John Marion
Q: How has the understanding of the Revolution evolved since the bicentennial?
Since the bicentennial, historians have broadened the scope to include ordinary people, enslaved and free individuals, and women, moving beyond a focus on figures like George Washington to a fuller, more diverse narrative.
7/2/2026: Prof. Karin Wulf; Common Cause's John Marion
Q: What is Founders Online and why is it important for understanding the Founding era?
Founders Online is a comprehensive digital collection that consolidates documents and letters from key Founding Fathers, allowing researchers and the public to verify quotes and understand the period through primary sources.
7/10/2026: Elaine Pelino; reporters' roundtable
Q: Why do you want to be governor?
Pelino says Rhode Island is unaffordable and that her business background and civic duty motivate her to lead a four-year push to make the state prosperous, safe, and a better place to live.

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The program features in-depth conversations with top Rhode Island and regional political figures, policymakers, and experts, often tied to current events, elections, and governance. Episodes typically dissect polling data, policy proposals, budget implications, and regulatory matters, with a strong focus on state leadership, political strategy, and how national issues intersect with Rhode Island priorities. A notable pattern is high-caliber guest rosters—from governors and attorneys general to university leaders and judiciary figures—paired with practical, numbers-driven discussion that aims to inform campaigns, policy advocates, and business audiences about the implications for governance and public life.

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2. Karin Wulf
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4. Frank Picozzi
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6. Xay Khamsyvoravong
7. Connor Burbridge
8. Stephen Skoly

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