
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.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 385 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PoliticsNewsNews Commentary | |||

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.
Tune in for upcoming 12 News debates ahead of Rhode Island's Sept. 9 primary electio... more
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
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
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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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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Recent guests on Newsmakers include:
1. Elaine Pelino
2. Karin Wulf
3. John Marion
4. Frank Picozzi
5. Joe Solomon Jr.
6. Xay Khamsyvoravong
7. Connor Burbridge
8. Stephen Skoly
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