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Under the Radar with Callie Crossley

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My Name Is Barbra
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Mike Wilkins
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"Under the Radar with Callie Crossley" looks to alternative presses and community news for stories that are often overlooked by big media outlets. In our roundtable conversation, we aim to examine the small stories before they become the big headlines with contributors in Boston and New England.

Learn more about our show on our website: gbhnews.org/utr

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Basketry artist and one of the foremost Passamaquoddy craftspeople, known for elevating basketry to high art.
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Amy Brady
Author of the book Ice, From Mixed Drinks to Skating Rinks, A Cool History of a Hot Commodity
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Deidre Shawna Lynch
Ernest Birnbaum Professor of English Literature at Harvard University
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Jill Crowley
Longtime member and former coordinator of the Massachusetts region of the Jane Austen Society of North America
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Caroline Jane Knight
Fifth great niece of Jane Austen and author of the memoir Jane and Me, My Austen Heritage
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Episode: 250 years later, Jane Austen’s work still resonates with fans around the world
Deborah Moggach
English playwright, novelist, and screenwriter known for the 2005 adaptation of Pride and Prejudice.
Episode: 20 years of muddy hems: Deborah Moggach on her 2005 adaptation of ‘Pride and Prejudice’
Ieva Jusionyte
Cultural anthropologist and MacArthur Genius Fellow
Brown University
Episode: The Genius Next Door: Ieva Jusionyte uses ‘deep hanging out’ to research border communities
Orion Kriegman
Founding Executive Director of the Boston Food Forest Coalition
Boston Food Forest Coalition
Episode: ENCORE: Offering free food and shade, 'food forests' are sprouting up in Boston
Vivian Morris
Chair of the Edgewater Neighborhood Association
Edgewater Neighborhood Association
Episode: ENCORE: Offering free food and shade, 'food forests' are sprouting up in Boston

Host

Callie Crossley
Host of discussions focusing on community-driven narratives, overlooked stories, and cultural insights, engaging with a broad spectrum of voices in Boston and New England.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • Love callie!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Se
    3 years ago
  • Lots of interesting guests that keep is feeling very local but also talks to national issues. I almost wish it didn't update as often because I hate not being able to keep up!

    Podchaser
    4
    rcbeiler
    4 years ago
  • Callie Crossley is the best.

    I miss this show! Is it ever coming back?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    guava43
    United States9 years ago

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ENCORE: Boston area artists share why people are flocking to pottery studios
Q: How has social media influenced the popularity of ceramics?
Social media showcases ceramics as easy and appealing, drawing in new hobbyists hoping to express themselves in a tangible way.
ENCORE: Boston area artists share why people are flocking to pottery studios
Q: What do you think draws people to take 12 weeks of hard work in ceramics classes?
People are attracted to the community aspect, the challenge of learning, and the mindfulness that ceramics offers, especially as a form of self-care post-pandemic.
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I hoped it would serve as a useful tool for trans and non-binary individuals to help them communicate their experiences to others.
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Q: What prompted you to write 19 Minutes?
It was inspired by rampant school shootings and bullying when my kids were in middle and high school, aiming to write for the kids who were bullied and help them feel seen.
The Genius Next Door: Ieva Jusionyte uses ‘deep hanging out’ to research border communities
Q: What did you learn from your work about the gun trafficking along the US-Mexico border?
80% of guns recovered in crime scenes in Mexico come from the US, primarily Texas and Arizona. These guns contribute to violence and instability in Mexico, fueled by the demand in American society.

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This podcast focuses on lesser-known stories from alternative presses and community news that often escape the attention of major media outlets. Engaging discussions highlight small yet significant events, cultural insights, and the dynamics within Boston and New England, providing a platform for various voices to be heard. Unique segments explore topics ranging from food as medicine to vital community initiatives, often emphasizing social justice, mental health, and environmental issues. The program not only informs but also fosters community conversations, making it an engaging listen for those interested in grassroots perspectives.

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