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The News with Gene Valicenti

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Cranston
Donald Trump
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Brown University
Governor Mckee
Trump Administration
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Rent Control
Jeffrey Epstein
ICE
Estate Tax
Hasbro
Millionaire's Tax
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New York City
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The News with Gene Valicenti6am-9am

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Cranston's Mayor Ken Hopkins is pushing back against state plans to build a bike lane within the city off Oaklawn Avenue leading to Garden City. Mayor Hopkins joined Gene Thursday to talk about his opposition.

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Rhode Island Registrar Bud Craddock joins Gene to answer your questions concerning everything to do with the DMV. Director Craddock also gives Gene an update on audit reviewing the Rhode Island voter roll to identify possible illegal migrants registe... more

Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee joins Gene in studio to take your questions and go over pressing topics of the month. The Governor and Gene talk about the recent story involving silent investors and Rhode Island FC, driver privilege cards, undocument... more

Earlier this week, a federal judge ruled that the Town of Johnston's attempt to seize more than 30 acres of land through eminent domain was unlawful. The ruling marks a significant legal setback in Johnston's effort to stop a proposed housing develop... more

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Recent Guests

Ken Hopkins
Mayor of Cranston
Cranston City Government
Episode: 08-06-26 Cranston Mayor Ken Hopkins
Dan McKee
Governor of Rhode Island
Rhode Island Government
Episode: 07-31-26 Ask The Governor with Governor Dan McKee
Joseph Polisena Jr.
Mayor of Johnston, Rhode Island
Town of Johnston
Episode: 07-31-26 Johnston Mayor Joseph Polisena Jr
Joe Wojtas
Managing Editor at The Day (New London)
The Day
Episode: 07-27-26 The Day Reporter Joe Wojtas
Gordon Rogers
State Senator Gordon Rogers, Republican Senate Minority Whip
Rhode Island Senate
Episode: 07-27-26 Rhode Island GOP Senate Minority Whip Gordon Rogers
Helena Foulkes
Democrat running for governor of Rhode Island
Democratic Candidate for Governor
Episode: 07-17-26 Democratic Gubernatorial Candidate Helena Foulkes
Dr. Naomi Rose
Expert in whales and marine life
Animal Welfare Institute
Episode: 07-15-26 Dr. Naomi Rose Animal Welfare Institute
John Catsimatidis
Owner of WABC, businessman, and political commentator
WABC, Red Apple Group
Episode: 07-13-26 John Catsimatidis
Frank Ritz
Cranston City Council member
City of Cranston
Episode: 07-13-26 Cranston Councilman Frank Ritz

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Gene Valicenti
Host of The News with Gene Valicenti

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 61 ratings
  • The best morning show!

    Gene and Tom are the best. The only reason I wake up in the morning can’t get enough for this show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blomes1
    United States10 months ago
  • Tom’s late for work.

    Omg so funny loved this..

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MG@@2121
    United Statesa year ago
  • Trash

    Pure trash MAGAT supporter.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Markb321
    United States2 years ago
  • Rhode Island Charlie

    A blow hard who cuts people off and twists words. If he disagrees with you good luck getting a decent word in. Obviously has an agenda. Says he is after the truth but actually after his truth. I listen to try and hear both sides. Often call him names while listening because of the way he treats others. 3 star because I listen. 1 star and I would not listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    RI Charlie
    United States3 years ago
  • Rhode Island at its best and worst

    Even though Gene has no idea how podcasts work I will give 5 stars for Tom. The show gives a daily report of domestic and international news with care and often sarcasm / humor. Well produced by a great cast of characters. The seagull army charges forward.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Hannah Spicer
    United States3 years ago

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07-31-26 Ask The Governor with Governor Dan McKee
Q: What is your stance on the so-called Taylor Swift tax and related budget decisions?
He notes he did not sign the budget with that provision, promises to review it, and suggests possible amendments to provide relief where possible.
07-31-26 Ask The Governor with Governor Dan McKee
Q: Do you support making the driver's privilege cards distinguishable and providing a public accounting of how many have been issued?
He indicates support for amendments to distinguish the cards and a push to obtain more transparency on numbers, while deferring to the General Assembly on final changes.
07-31-26 Johnston Mayor Joseph Polisena Jr
Q: Why not simply propose a public park if the goal was to stop housing—why such an extensive municipal complex?
Because the need is real: the complex would replace old, inadequate buildings, with a projected price between 30 and 40 million dollars, and it serves multiple public safety and town hall needs, making it a long-term investment rather than a symbolic project.
07-31-26 Johnston Mayor Joseph Polisena Jr
Q: Mayor, what's your take on the ruling? Do you think the judge blocked you on a technicality, and will you come back with a new strategy?
I feel good about the ruling; the decision did not say the premise was incorrect, and we will pursue two paths—either via MPBAL with a building authority or through a charter amendment—so we're not giving up and will choose the best option.
08-03-26 Ask the Registry with Director Bud Craddock
Q: How many reservations have been made for driver credentialing, and does that indicate actual numbers?
Reservations are not a precise measure of total people; there could be multiple visits per person and a backup; the latest number cited was around 17,000 reservations.

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The show covers state and local politics, education policy, healthcare funding, and public safety, with a focus on Rhode Island governance and how policy decisions affect residents and businesses. Across episodes, listeners hear live conversations with elected officials, agency leaders, and industry advocates, plus call-ins that surface frontline concerns from schools to hospitality and law enforcement. Noteworthy patterns include debates over school governance timelines, budget pressures, regulatory battles, and safety initiatives, along with a willingness to challenge or defend policy choices in real time. The program often features insiders and experts to explain complex issues, making it a potential touchpoint for politicians, administr... more

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2. Dan McKee
3. Joseph Polisena Jr.
4. Joe Wojtas
5. Gordon Rogers
6. Helena Foulkes
7. Dr. Naomi Rose
8. John Catsimatidis

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