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Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Xay Khamsyvoravong shares his insights on running for Lieutenant Governor, the importance of results-oriented leadership, and how to reconnect with disheartened voters in a polarized political landscape. His perspective offers a clear blueprint for engaging communities and addressing systemic frustrations.Key Topics:The challenges and rewards of statewide campaigning, especially during a late-start election cycleHow local issues like health care and infrastructure shape state-wide voter prioritiesThe significance of results-driven leadership demonstrated through Xay's tenure as mayor and utility chairDifferentiating ideological visions within the Democratic primary and the importance of accountabilityThe impact of national political chaos on local voter engagement and how leaders can cut through the noiseThe influence of grassroots movements and community activism, exemplified through the Newport Birthing Center campaignStrategies for managing education funding crises and regionalization challenges on Aquidneck IslandThe importance of fostering long-term solutions around health care and government transparencyTimestamps:00:00 - Introduction to Xay's campaign journey and motivation02:21 - Differences between local and statewide campaigning in Rhode Island04:29 - Voter frustrations with the status quo and local vs. systemic issues06:04 - The role of the Lieutenant Governor's office and addressing partisan politics08:02 - Challenges of conflicting primary candidates and over-politicization10:06 - The importance of accountability versus entertainment in politics12:39 - The Newport Birthing Center: grassroots advocacy and health care priorities16:27 - Education funding crisis and regionalization on Aquidneck Island18:06 - Connecting with disillusioned voters amidst national political chaos20:07 - The broader mission: building trust and solving Rhode Island's systemic problems Support the showFollow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Episode 631 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features a sports media conversation with Boston Globe sports media writer Chad Finn. In this episode, we analyze the NBA's momentum during this postseason and whether it can continue; why ESPN went so heavy on the celebrities following the Knicks; how the broadcast team of Mike Breen, Richard Jefferson and Tim Legler did; how Inside the NBA dominated its time slot; Fox's start with the World Cup; Alexi Lalas's work as an analyst; the Stanley Cup drawing more than an average of five million viewers for Cup games; whether the NHL momentum will continue going forward and more. You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Congressman Seth Magaziner offers a sharp critique of current Washington policies, explores how corruption and big money influence governance, and shares his vision for reforming American politics ahead of the midterm elections. His insights reveal the deeper struggles behind headlines and the path toward a more accountable, fair government.Key Topics:The chaos and dysfunction within Washington, driven by corrupt interests and elitismThe economics of inequality: tax policies benefiting billionaires and corporations at the expense of working AmericansForeign policy debates, including the risks of military intervention in Iran, Venezuela, and CubaDemocratic Party's strategic approach: combining opposition with an affirmative policy agendaThe impact of AI and emerging technologies on jobs, energy costs, and regulationThe urgent fight to ban insider trading and reform prediction markets in CongressThe debate around gambling, sports betting, and the regulation of online prediction platformsTimestamps:00:00 - The surreal spectacle of a UFC fight on the White House lawn and Washington chaos02:20 - How current administration policies favor elites over working Americans03:42 - The implications of the Iran nuclear deal and international conflicts05:31 - The motives and mental state of President Biden in foreign diplomacy07:16 - Democratic strategy for midterm success: affordability, healthcare, anti-corruption09:54 - The influence of AI on policy, jobs, and energy costs15:00 - The potential of revenue-sharing models like Sanders' Alaska Fund for AI companies16:29 - The risks of insider trading and prediction markets in Congress19:34 - The controversy over online sports betting and gambling regulations21:00 - The importance of transparency and regulation in emerging industriesSupport the showFollow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

After decades of decline, many church leaders believe that religious life is on the upswing as some younger Americans flock to Christianity — including Vice President JD Vance, whose new book on his Catholic conversion drops this week. But the fuller picture is more complicated. Coming up, we'll talk to religion reporters and a church leader about what may be driving this shift, and what its lasting impacts could be. Guests: Michael O'Loughlin, executive editor, National Catholic Reporter; O'Loughlin has covered the Catholic church for both the Boston Globe and Crux; author, "Hidden Mercy: AIDS, Catholics and the Untold Stories of Compassion in the Face of Fear" Lauren Jackson, deputy editorial director for newsletters and the host of “Believing," The New York Times Ryan Burge, professor of practice at the John C. Danforth Center, Washington University; author, “Graphs about Religion” Danté Stewart, author, “Shoutin' in the Fire: An American Epistle;” an ordained minister at Tabernacle Baptist Church in Augusta, Ga. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tufts international politics professor Dan Drezner discusses the latest deal in Iran.Boston Globe business columnist Shirley Leung joins with all the news about World Cup in Boston, and debriefs her and Jim's interview with former DA Rachael Rollins.Dr. Kate Ackerman of the Women's Health Sports and Performance Institute discusses the gap in research around women's sports health.Corby Kummer explains how international fans are unable to comprehend Taco Bell, unlimited soda refills, and more, as they come to North America for the World Cup. Plus, we as, is pickle the new pumpkin spice?And Dr. Stephen Rich, microbiology professor at UMass Amherst, joins for a tick safety segment.

Betsy Vereckey is the author of the newly published memoir "Moving to My Dog's Hometown," which is a Kirkus-recommended pick and a finalist for Publisher's Weekly BookLife Prize. She started her writing career as a journalist for the Associated Press in Athens, Greece, and later worked for the AP in Louisville, Kentucky and in New York City. Her personal essays have appeared in "The New York Times'" Modern Love column, "The Boston Globe," "Food & Wine" magazine, and "New York Magazine." She volunteers at the Vermont Institute for Natural Science with injured birds, gives astrology readings and lives in a really old Vermont farmhouse with her husband and three crazy terriers. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betsyvereckey/Substack: https://substack.com/@elizabetsyWebpage: https://betsyvereckey.comConnect and tag me at:https://www.instagram.com/realangelabradford/You can subscribe to my YouTube Channel herehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDU9L55higX03TQgq1IT_qQFeel free to leave a review on all major platforms to help get the word out and change more lives!

This hour: Tatum is statistically better than Brown, make no mistake; Dan pitches the return of the alt blue Sox unis; Tim Healey of the Globe updates us on Roman Anthony (it's not exactly promising); the Sox have the worst luck when it comes to injuries

• (0:00) DJ Bean and Jeff Lemieux react to the World Cup's opening matches, talk Christian Pulisic's importance to USMNT• (9:42) CBS Sports analyst Charlie Davies breaks down early World Cup matches, discusses expectations for USMNT• (24:57) Revolution play-by-play man Brad Feldman on Revs' return to training, top storylines as World Cup gets underway• (35:02) Boston Globe lead soccer writer Frank Dell'Apa on preparing to cover an eighth World Cup, Scotland-Haiti in FoxboroSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we dive into the creative process behind Rafay's new record "Wild Rock Dove," the importance of groove and danceability in music, and how indie music continues to evolve in a crowded landscape. We also explore the challenges and opportunities Rhode Island's capital offers for artists and the role of community spaces like Rec Room. This candid conversation reveals how artists adapt, innovate, and stay connected to their roots.In this episode:Rafay shares the genesis of "Wild Rock Dove" and how shifting instrumentation influenced the soundThe importance of groove, danceability, and physicality in modern indie musicInsights into Rafay's upcoming live show opening for Spoon and the significance of regional collaborationsHow indie music is exploring both minimalism and maximalism, with influences from ESG to PorchesThe current state of Providence's creative scene and what might be missing for its full cultural potentialFuture plans for Rec Room, including community programming and artist curatorial opportunitiesTimestamps:00:00 - Introduction to Rafay and his new album "Wild Rock Dove"00:37 - The songwriting process: from 2019 to the album release01:36 - How changing instrumentation shaped the record's groove focus02:13 - Creating a unique sound with bass-driven tracks and minimalist influences03:16 - Elements of danceability and physicality in Rafay's music03:43 - The role of groove in performance and audience engagement04:11 - Upcoming show at Fett with Spoon and Providence's musical ecosystem04:56 - The path to booking meaningful regional shows through organic connections06:10 - Enduring innovation in indie music and maintaining relevance with age07:05 - Meeting Spoon for the first time and building community ties07:47 - The current landscape of indie music: experimentation and diversity08:17 - Exploring the influence of global and regional identities in the indie scene09:46 - The impact of broader cultural scenes like Porches' Mask10:01 - How listener preferences are shaping the future of musical creation10:28 - The state of Providence's creative scene and its challenges11:19 - Urban development and the potential for reinvigorating downtown Providence12:26 - Future plans for Rec Room: community-centered programming, artist collaborations, and exhibitions13:15 - Closing thoughts and upcoming initiatives at Rec RoomSupport the showFollow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

We'll start the show by airing a conversation Jim and Boston Globe's Shirley Leung had with Rachel Rollins yesterday; Rollins is running for Suffolk DA, to unseat her successor in the position, Kevin Hayden.Chuck Todd zooms in for the latest national political headlines.Andrea Cabral discusses the Supreme Court's final cases this term.Senator Sheldon Whitehouse discusses the Bill Pulte appointment at DNI, and Trump's myriad grifts in the White House.Mitchell Garabedian and Dr. Herb Brennan zoom in to discuss developments for Rhode Island victims of clergy sex abuse

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Gary Sasse—a respected Rhode Island policy expert and moderate Republican—shares his nuanced perspective on the evolving landscape of the Republican Party post-Trump. We explore the internal factions shaping its future, the strategic principles guiding reform, and the challenges of messaging in today's media environment.Key Topics:The three factions of the Republican Party: MAGA populism, traditional conservatives, and the alternative rightHow these factions interact and influence party dynamicsThe importance of a pragmatic, issue-based approach grounded in core principlesStrategies for rebuilding the party's relevance amid media and demographic hurdlesThe potential for moderate Republican voices to shape the future in Rhode Island and beyondThe impact of social media, media bias, and internal party divisions on message disseminationPractical policy ideas, including economic development, affordable housing, and AI innovationThe significance of civil discourse, fact-based debate, and national unity as a foundation for renewalTimestamps:00:00 - Introducing Gary Sasse: Rhode Island's moderate Republican voice02:00 - Gary's background: nonprofit, policy work, and political roles03:00 - Breakdown of Republican factions: MAGA, traditional, and alt right04:00 - Why classifying factions helps understand internal party struggles05:00 - The importance of identity: MAGA voters and their long-term loyalty06:00 - Democratic Party shift left and its implications for the center07:00 - Six core principles guiding a pragmatic Republican approach08:00 - Principles include rejecting extremism, fiscal responsibility, and peace through strength09:00 - Policy focus areas: AI, economic strategy, and housing solutions10:00 - Challenges and opportunities in Rhode Island's political environment11:00 - Messaging hurdles: media landscape and demographic shifts12:00 - The Trump factor: its hold on a third of the party13:00 - Strategies for growth: grassroots organizing and modern communication14:00 - The importance of fact-based debate and civil discourse15:00 - Building a sustainable, issue-focused Republican future in Rhode Island and nationally16:00 - How to position for 2028 and avoid being sidelined by intra-party conflicts17:00 - Final reflections: optimism for pragmatic solutions and party renewalResources & Links:Gary Sasse's profile and workThe Hill Opinion Piece on Future of GOPConnect with Gary Sasse:LinkedInTwitterSupport the showFollow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

(00:00) It's list time! Steven Spielberg ranked!(17:22.894) CHRISTOPHER PRICE covers the New England Patriots for the Boston Globe and joins Toucher & Hardy to talk about OTAs(31:45.292) Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What happens when your body starts to heal, but your mind is still trapped in survival mode? In this episode of hol+, Dr. Taz sits down with Amy Kurtz, certified health coach, patient advocate, speaker, and author "But You Look Fine", for a powerful conversation about chronic illness, Lyme disease, medical gaslighting, nervous system trauma, and what it really means to heal.Together, they explore Amy's 20+ year journey through unexplained pain, chronic symptoms, misdiagnosis, and the search for answers that finally led to a diagnosis of late-stage neurological Lyme disease and co-infections. Amy shares what it was like to be told her labs were normal while knowing something was deeply wrong in her body, and how years of invalidation shaped her relationship with her health, her identity, and her trust in herself.Dr. Taz and Amy also discuss why so many people live in the “gray zone” between sick and well, especially when symptoms are invisible, complex, or hard to explain. They unpack why normal labs do not always mean optimal health, why Lyme disease can be missed for years, and how chronic illness can impact relationships, career, emotional safety, and the nervous system.This conversation offers a grounded and hopeful look at what happens after illness, when the body may be improving but the mind and nervous system are still bracing for the next crash. Amy introduces her concept of Medical Trauma Brain, or MTB, which describes the anxiety, hypervigilance, fear, and survival patterns that can remain after chronic illness, cancer, stroke, chronic pain, or any major health crisis.If you're listening to this and thinking, “I know something is off in my body, but I don't know where to start,” join the Circle here:

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Jean-Marie Napolitano shares insights from her extensive career in Newport politics, candidly discussing the current state of local governance, community issues, and the importance of dialogue in a polarized era. Her experience offers a valuable lens on how local leadership can adapt to complex societal shifts.Key topics:The impact of national polarization on municipal politicsChallenges of effective communication among city council membersStrategies for addressing housing and affordability issuesLessons learned from school and community development projectsThe importance of volunteer-driven community effortsThe evolving landscape of Newport's neighborhoods and local identityTimestamps:00:00 - Newport politics update and Napolitano's retirement00:48 - Increasing polarization and its impact on local governance01:41 - The importance of direct communication among council members02:40 - Barriers to collaboration and consensus-building in local councils04:06 - The significance of pre-meeting negotiations and relationship management04:46 - Housing challenges in Newport and strategies for fair taxation05:12 - Addressing Airbnb's impact and efforts to regulate second homes06:55 - Incentivizing year-round residency through tax policies07:24 - The state of Newport's schools and regionalization efforts08:33 - Successes and ongoing challenges in school infrastructure projects10:07 - Recalling key community service initiatives and volunteer efforts11:57 - The importance of healthcare and social services in community care12:28 - The community's spirit and preserving Newport's unique character13:19 - Addressing homelessness and societal issues on Broadway14:44 - The role of volunteers in maintaining Newport's charm15:11 - Napolitano's reflections on her career and future engagement Support the showFollow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Kelly connects with Amy Kurtz, a patient advocate, health coach, and author of the trailblazing book “Kicking Sick: Your Go-To Guide for Thriving with Chronic Health Conditions.” Amy has been featured on Good Morning America, Oprah Daily, The Boston Globe, Fox and New York Magazine. She has a new book, “But You Look Fine: Trapped in the Hell […]

Five years ago this month, for the very first episode of this podcast, we interviewed then-US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo, former governor of Rhode Island. Now she's back on the Rhode Island Report, to talk about her life after the Biden administration, artificial intelligence and its potential impact on jobs, and whether she's running for president. Tips and ideas? Email us at rinews@globe.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“The hyperreal is the real. The surreal is the real in The United States. We've reached that point. The absurd is the real. And so that's what I was trying to capture in the book.” — Ben Fountain Our absurdist-in-chief wants a $250 banknote with his face on it. But the satirist Ben Fountain gives the President something even more valuable. In his new novel Rasputin Swims the Potomac, Fountain delivers something quite priceless: a book that Trump deserves. In Fountain's novel, a sitting president, running for a third term, enlists a world champion professional wrestler, Grigory Yefimovich Rasputin, to help secure his re-election. Born Patrick Walsh Strickland in Buffalo, New York, Rasputin served in special forces in Afghanistan and Iraq, spent six years in a monastery, became fluent in Russian, and claims to be a real Russian monk. Evangelicals start defecting to Rasputin. A pandemic of “weeping sickness” sweeps the nation. It's almost as unbelievable as a sitting President wanting a $250 banknote glowing with his orange face. Fountain's parallels with late Tsarist Russia are hard to miss — the chasmic wealth inequality, the impossible get-rich schemes, the quack religions, the gilded decadence, the dying social classes, the mad politicians. It's scary stuff. Fountain says that we should even be careful taking his summer novel to the beach. Rather than Jaws-dropping, Rasputin Swims the Potomac, he warns, might bite us back. Maybe we should put Ben Fountain's face on that $250 bill. Five Takeaways •       The Hyperreal Is the Real: America Has Beaten Its Satirists: When Fountain sat down to write the book in early 2023, he was thinking about the blurring of the line between reality and fantasy in American life. Trump, throughout his career, has blurred that line to masterful effect. Fountain's question: what would be the next step on that continuum? His answer: professional wrestling — famously fake, scripted, and yet real, happening in real flesh and blood. Suppose a wrestler ran for president as his wrestling persona, with the fake baked in and everyone knowing it's fake. Suppose the country buys it. Because the hyperreal is the real. The surreal is the real. America has already reached that point. •       Why Wrestling, Not Politics: Jesse Ventura — “Jesse the Body” — ran for governor of Minnesota and won. But he ran as Jesse Ventura himself. Fountain's innovation: a wrestler who runs as his or her wrestling persona, with the character fully intact. Rasputin — born Patrick Walsh Strickland in Buffalo, special forces veteran, six years in a Russian monastery, world champion wrestler in Japan, legally changed name — never breaks character. He is the historical Rasputin, back from the dead, a holy man of the Russian Orthodox Church. Evangelicals start defecting to him because he's speaking their language. The fake is the real. •       Late Tsarist Russia and Contemporary America: Striking Parallels: Fountain read three or four biographies of the historical Rasputin. The deeper he got, the more striking the parallels. Late Tsarist Russia: extreme wealth inequality, get-rich schemes everywhere in St Petersburg and Moscow, quack religions and spiritualists plying their trade, extreme decadence among the upper classes. A social structure that could not be maintained. People's emotional responses to chaos. Fountain: not just in material terms but in terms of how people were feeling, the parallels to the United States are really striking. Gogol, not Baudrillard, is his natural ancestor. •       The Satirist as Realist: Andrew raises Baudrillard and hyper-realism. Fountain's response: he is a realist down to his bones. Whatever he does, it has to be anchored in some fundamental sense in the real world, as he understands it. American life has become such that the surreal is the real, the comical is the real, the absurd is the real. He didn't set out to write satire. He set out to write the story as genuinely and authentically as he could. The question of genre came afterwards, asked by other people. He is just a realist. It's just that American reality is Rasputin swimming the Potomac. •       Living in the Belly of the Beast: Dallas and North Carolina: Fountain lived in Dallas, Texas for forty-one years — what he calls the most American city of all, better and worse. In Dallas, the free market and capitalism are so much a part of daily consciousness that there's very little awareness that there might be different ways of living. Fountain: it's very conservative and very conservative. For someone to the left of Gandhi, his assumptions are always being challenged. He has to think about how he's thinking about things. That productive discomfort — not Brooklyn, not Los Angeles — is where this book comes from. About the Guest Ben Fountain is the author of Rasputin Swims the Potomac (Flatiron Books, June 9, 2026), Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk (National Book Critics Circle Award winner, National Book Award finalist), Beautiful Country Burn Again, and Brief Encounters with Che Guevara (PEN/Hemingway Award). He is the recipient of the Joyce Carol Oates Prize, the Thomas Wolfe Prize, and a Whiting Writers Award. He lives in New Bern, North Carolina. References: •       Rasputin Swims the Potomac by Ben Fountain (Flatiron Books, June 9, 2026). Named a Best Book of Summer by the LA Times, Kirkus, Publishers Weekly, Boston Globe, Newsday, and New York Post. •       Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk by Ben Fountain (2012) — the predecessor referenced throughout. •       Beautiful Country Burn Again: Democracy, Rebellion, and Revolution by Ben Fountain (2018) — his 2016 election nonfiction, referenced in the conversation. About Keen On America Nobody asks more awkward questions than the Anglo-American writer and filmmaker Andrew Keen. In Keen On America, Andrew brings his pointed Transatlantic wit to making sense of the United States — hosting daily interviews about the history and future of this now venerable Republic. With nearly 2,900 episodes since the show launched on TechCrunch in 2010, Keen On America is the most prolific intellectual interview show in the history of podcasting. WebsiteSubstackYouTubeApple PodcastsSpotify Chapters: (...

(00:00) Since Callahan is in, we play a round of TWO STATS ONE LIE!(13:18.070) GARY WASHBURN is a national basketball writer and Celtics reporter at the Boston Globe. He joins the show to share the latest insight into the team.(31:08.335)Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ian Coss and Stephanie Pollack join us to discuss "the Highway Teardown tour"Boston Globe travel writer Chris Muther discusses Boston's first nonstop flight to Belize, and how the ultrarich are doing the World Cup.Dr. Katherine Gergen Barnett discusses the World Cup from a public health lens, and the rise in young people getting colon cancer.Corby Kummer discusses the push to incorporate green crabs into our food system, so they don't destroy the ecosystem.

Dan Shaughnessy, Sports writer with the The Boston Globe talks to Brian and Company about Red Sox, Celtics, and World Cup Soccer.

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text messageS.13 E.18 Simran Arora is running for office from the 80th Assembly District of Wisconsin.Simran appeared as a guest on my podcast to talk about her background, education, work experience, as well her policy priorities. Simran shared her views on property tax, housing, parental rights, education, data centers, AI, etc.ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer, award-winning public policy professional, and speaker. He has experience serving in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors in United States and overseas. Anam earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and a Master of Public Affairs degree from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Tawsif Anam's opinions have been published by national, state, and local publications in the United States, such as USA Today, Washington Examiner, The Washington Times, The Western Journal, The Boston Globe, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Wisconsin State Journal, The Capital Times, and The Dodgeville Chronicle. His writings have also appeared in major publications in Bangladesh including, but not limited to, The Daily Star and The Financial Express.Visit my website www.tawsifanam.net Visit my blog: https://tawsifanam.net/blog/ Read my published opinions: https://tawsifanam.net/published-articles/ Check out my books: https://tawsifanam.net/books/ 

On navigating chronic illness with grace, the courage it takes to name what's invisible, and the quiet revolution of believing yourself. 0:00 - Introduction and Guest Introduction 2:40 - Chronic Resilience and Medical Trauma Brain (MTB) The Importance of Recovery and Processing 9:05 - Practical Tools for Nervous System Regulation 18:11 - The Role of Convalescence and Healing Space 26:34 - Final Thoughts and Encouragement Amy Kurtz is a trailblazing author, certified health coach, patient advocate and speaker dedicated to empowering patients to reclaim agency over their physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. A distinct voice in the health space, Amy's work has been heralded by Dr Mark Hyman, Kris Carr, and many more. Lena Dunham named Kicking Sick one of her "Top 10 desert island books of all time" in New York Magazine. Amy has been featured on Oprah Daily, Good Morning America, The Boston Globe, NYMAG, Fox, and more. In her debut book, "Kicking Sick: Your GO-TO GUIDE for thriving with chronic health conditions," Amy shares her journey of living with chronic health conditions and provides a roadmap and actionable guidance to help readers manage debilitating conditions and live fully. Amy's second book, But You Look Fine, Trapped in the Hell between Sick and Well and How to Break Free, breaks the silence about the crucial, painful, pervasive, and yet all too common phase of healing from chronic illness that has long gone overlooked… until now. https://amykurtz.com/

We were supposed to talk about Deacon King Kong. We did not.    When Jen sat down with Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist James McBride to discuss the Jen Hatmaker Book Club's May selection, the conversation took a hard left turn into something far richer — a wide-ranging tour through one of the most remarkable lives in American letters.    James opens up about a scrappy and troubled adolescence in Brooklyn, getting straightened out in the heat of the Louisville, Kentucky summers, and the music that quite literally saved him. He reminisces about touring Europe as a young musician and playing saxophone alongside Stevie Ray Vaughan at Antone's in Austin, traveling with Michael Jackson on the Victory Tour as a young journalist, surviving the Boston Globe's newsroom in the 1980s, writing songs for Anita Baker and Grover Washington, working with Quincy Jones, and getting dressed down by Harry Belafonte in a writers' room. Along the way, he reflects on race, art, faith, forgiveness, music, storytelling, old cars, and why the best writers are simply the people paying closest attention. He also shares what gives him hope about America right now — and it might surprise you.   Of course, we touch on Deacon King Kong—its unforgettable characters, humor, and heart—but this conversation became something even bigger: a portrait of the life experiences that shaped the storyteller behind the book.   Come for the book club discussion. Stay for one of the most fascinating conversations Jen has had in a long time.   Oh, and Deacon King Kong is a masterpiece. You should absolutely read it.    Thought-provoking Quotes:   Resources Mentioned in This Episode:   Guest's Links: Website - https://www.jamesmcbride.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jamesmcbrideauthor/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/JamesMcBrideAuthor/   Connect with Jen!Jen's Website - https://jenhatmaker.com/ Jen's Instagram - https://instagram.com/jenhatmakerJen's Twitter - https://twitter.com/jenHatmaker/ Jen's Facebook - https://facebook.com/jenhatmakerJen's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/JenHatmaker   The For the Love Podcast is presented by Audacy. ★ “I didn't grow up wanting to be a writer. We were just concerned about eating.” – James McBride★ “Years and years of playing $50, $75, $100 gigs prepares you for a life of good struggle.” – James McBride★ “People are trying to do their best. Just because you don't agree with them, it doesn't mean they're not trying to do their best.” – James McBride★ “We have work to do and I'm proud of those of us who are doing it. And for those of us who are not, maybe their children will come to it or maybe they won't. The struggle is a beautiful thing.” – James McBride➢ Miracle at St. Anna (Spike Lee movie) - https://www.jamesmcbride.com/miracle-at-st-anna/➢ The Good Lord Bird: A Novel by James McBride - https://amzn.to/4eJBPDc➢ The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store: A Novel by James McBride - https://amzn.to/4d74l0a➢ Deacon King Kong: A Novel by James McBride - https://amzn.to/4uLm4QP➢ The Color of Water: A Black Man's Tribute to His White Mother by James McBride - https://amzn.to/4tv1nYc ➢ Parting the Waters: America in the King Years 1954-63 by Taylor Branch - https://amzn.to/49Nt3Av➢ Jen Hatmaker Book Club - https://shop.jenhatmaker.com/collections/book-club?srsltid=AfmBOopIz2aHN5knpp-Y-iOHWJBAWnpj_HQTJ-kU2uedz33q6e3xyjrb To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kelly Garrity and Matt Stout of the Boston Globe join for Press Play.Mariachi singer and artist Veronica Robles performs for Live Music Friday.State Auditor Diana DiZoglio discusses the legislature's new audit bill, which she says undermines the ballot question approved by voters.Gary Daffin and Adrianna Boulin join ahead of this weekend's Boston Pride for the People event.

On this episode I caught up with Baxter Holmes. Baxter grew up in Tuskahoma, Oklahoma, and is now based in LA. He is a Senior Writer focusing on features, projects, investigations and other enterprise NBA stories for ESPN. Previously covering the Lakers for ESPN, the Celtics for The Boston Globe and a variety of subjects as a staff writer for The Los Angeles Times. He attended the University of Oklahoma. We talked about his passion for storytelling and his recent documentary covering 30 years since the Oklahoma City Bombing and the OKC Thunder's first NBA Title. www.instagram.com/baxter www.x.com/baxter  Huge thank you to our sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and for daily updates go to www.instagram.com/oklahomahof  The Chickasaw Nation is economically strong, culturally vibrant and full of energetic people dedicated to the preservation of family, community and heritage. www.chickasaw.net Dog House OKC - When it comes to furry four-legged care, our 24/7 supervised cage free play and overnight boarding services make The Dog House OKC in Oklahoma City the best place to be, at least, when they're not in their own backyard. With over 6,000 square feet of combined indoor/outdoor play areas our dog daycare enriches spirit, increases social skills, builds confidence, and offers hours of exercise and stimulation for your dog http://www.thedoghouseokc.com Metro Ford of OKC is proudly serving Oklahoma City with vehicles you can rely on and service you can trust. It's also why they're Oklahoma's Number One Performance Dealership. Shop the inventory today at metrofordofokc.com where the difference is Real. #thisisoklahoma

Amanda Uhle is Executive Director and Publisher of McSweeney's, known for its award-winning quarterly literary journal, humor website and eclectic book publishing program. For more than 11 years, Uhle was executive director of 826michigan, a nonprofit tutoring and writing center for school-aged students in Detroit, Ann Arbor, and Ypsilanti. Uhle is deeply involved with numerous youth writing organizations. Her writing has appeared in The Washington Post, Politico Magazine, Newsweek, ThinkProgress, Oprah Daily, The Boston Globe, Delacorte Review, and elsewhere. Her memoir, Destroy This House, is published by Simon & Schuster/Summit Books, and is our primary focus of discussion on this episode! More info: https://www.amandauhle.com/ 

8:05PM: An upcoming Cold Case Video Series by Emily Sweeney of the Boston Globe is in the works. What you can expect! Guest: Emily Sweeney – Social Video Journalist for the Boston Globe (she just got promoted to this new title) 8:15PM: Around 1 in 5 young people use AI chatbots for mental health advice, survey finds. Guest: Alice Connors-Kellgren, PhD, Director of Psychology at Tufts Medical Center 8:30PM: The Squeeze on Mass. Drivers: Car Payments Are Skyrocketing. Average monthly payments for new vehicles have jumped to an all-time high. Guest: Mike Deehan – Axios Boston Reporter 8:45PM: The Scrum – A New Political Newsletter from The Boston Globe. The first issue: The quiet parts get loud in Markey-Moulton Senate primary. Guest: Kelly Garrity – Political Reporter for the Boston Globe – now writer behind The Scrum political newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On October 30, 1975, fifteen-year-old Martha Moxley failed to return home after a night out with friends in Belle Haven, an exclusive wealthy enclave in Greenwich, CT. The following morning, Moxley's badly beaten body was discovered underneath a tree, just a few hundred feet from her house, triggering one of the most notorious murder mysteries in the state's history.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Buy Tickets to MORBID LIVE at Radio City Music Hall on June 27th! Preorder THE BUTCHER LEGACY! Preorder  our collab with Hunt a Killer, THE SALEM SLICER References Associated Press. 1975. "Parents guarding children in Greenwich murder area." Connecticut Post, November 10: 2. —. 1998. "1975 murder case before grand jury." Hartford Courant, July 12: 22. —. 1998. "Fuhrman book on 1975 slaying points to Kennedy relative." Hartford Courant, May 10: 28. Brown, Marian Gail. 2002. "Verdict shocks court observers 27 years after Moxley slaying." Connecticut Post, June 8: 1. CNN. 2007. Moxley case: Excerpts from the Sutton Report. December 17. Accessed November 26, 2025. https://www.cnn.com/2007/US/law/12/17/court.archive.skakel11/index.html. —. 2002. Moxley Case: Who was Martha Moxley? Accessed November 21, 2025. https://www.cnn.com/2007/US/law/12/17/court.archive.skakel9/index.html. Connecticut Post. 1975. "Girl, 15, found murdered at her Greenwich home." Connecticut Post, November 1: 1. Ellement, John, and Lisa Prevost. 2000. "Skakel is arrested in '75 Conn. murder." Boston Globe, January 20. Gaines, Judith. 1998. "Grand juror to probe '75 Conn. murder." Boston Globe, June 18. —. 1991. "Police taking a fresh look at 1975 murder of Conn. teen-ager." Boston Globe, October 7. Hartford Courant. 2002. "Skakel jurors." Hartford Courant, July 28: H2. Lang, Joel. 1997. "Martha's murder." Hartford Courant, May 18: 10. Levitt, Leonard. 2004. Conviction: Solving the Moxley Murder . New York, NY: Regan Books. Mahony, Edmund. 2020. "No retrial for Skakel." Hartford Courant, October 31: 1. Merchant, Robert. 2016. "Skakel murder conviction reinstated." Connecticut Post, December 31: 1. Ondek, Richard. 1976. "Prosecutor says family impedes murder probe." Connecticut Post, March 26: 1. Owens, David. 2013. "Freed on bail." Hartford Courant, November 22: 1. 2003. Mugshots: Michael Skakel. Performed by Single Spark Productions. State of Connecticut v. Michael Skakel. 2004. S.C. 16844 (Supreme Court of the State of Connecticut, June 23). Tofig, Dana. 1999. "Suspect's lawyer seeks to suprress comments." Hartford Courant, May 27: B7. Tuohy, Lynne. 2002. "A life, a death revisited." Hartford Courant, May 8: 1. —. 2000. "Kennedy nephew facing arrest in killing." Hartford Courant, January 19: 1. —. 2002. "No apology, no remorse." Hartford Courant, August 30: 1. —. 2002. "One final chance to make their cases." Hartford Courant, June 4: 1. —. 2002. "Prosecution puts on its rebuttal." Hartford Courant, May 30: 1.   Cowritten by Alaina Urquhart, Ash Kelley & Dave White (Since 10/2022)Produced & Edited by Mikie Sirois (Since 2023)Research by Dave White (Since 10/2022), Alaina Urquhart & Ash KelleyListener Correspondence & Collaboration by Debra LallyListener Tale Video Edited by Aidan McElman (Since 6/2025) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's been over one hundred years since J. M. Barrie first told the story of Peter Pan, Wendy, and Neverland. Since then, Peter Pan has been adapted countless times, and become a constant reference point in popular culture. This hour, a look at the lasting cultural and psychological impact of Peter Pan. GUESTS: Maria Tatar: Professor emerita of folklore and mythology at Harvard University; her latest book is The Heroine with 1001 Faces; she is also the editor of The Annotated Peter Pan: The Centennial Edition Jonathan Russell Clark: The author of Skateboard and An Oasis of Horror in a Desert of Boredom; his writing has appeared in The New York Times, L.A. Times, The Boston Globe, and Esquire Ann Yeoman: A Jungian analyst and the author of Now or Neverland: Peter Pan and the Myth of Eternal Youth and the co-author of C.G. Jung's Collected Works: The Basics MUSIC FEATURED (in order): I Don't Wanna Grow Up – Tom Waits Never Never Land – James Taylor I’ve Gotta Crow – Mary Martin, Kathy Nolan Darling Children – Alison Fraser I'm Flying – Mary Martin Captain Hook’s Waltz – Cyril Ritchard, Peter Pan Ensemble I Won’t Grow Up – The Fools The Colin McEnroe Show is available as a podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, TuneIn, Listen Notes, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode! Subscribe to The Noseletter, an email compendium of merriment, secrets, and ancient wisdom brought to you by The Colin McEnroe Show. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. Colin McEnroe, Jonathan McNicol, and Dylan Reyes contributed to this show, which originally aired on September 17, 2025.Support the show: http://www.wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Rhode Island State Senator Dawn Euer shares insights on recent legislative changes, climate and economic policies, urban development, and community revitalization efforts. Her perspectives offer a clear view of the complexities facing Rhode Island today and potential pathways forward.Key topics:The impact of recent leadership shifts in the Rhode Island Senate and House on legislation and legislative camaraderie.The intersection of climate action, energy policy, and economic affordability in Rhode Island's legislative agenda.The balancing act between development and environmental preservation, especially around wetlands and housing.Tax policies, including the Millionaires Tax and the Taylor Swift Tax, and their influence on affordability and business climate.Federal funding cuts and their implications for Rhode Island's services and vulnerable populations.The importance of regional cooperation, especially in education and infrastructure, versus traditional fragmentation.Community vitality issues in Newport, including tourism, housing affordability, and local investments.The potential for reform in the Rhode Island Inspector General's office and government accountability.The strategic considerations around regionalization of schools and the focus on educational outcomes.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction and overview of Rhode Island's new legislative leadership02:20 - How leadership changes affect legislative decision-making and camaraderie04:08 - Climate legislation and energy policy's role in Rhode Island's economic future06:02 - Rhode Island's tax policies and their effects on affordability and business07:21 - The relationship between taxes and small business health08:49 - Federal funding cuts and impacts on state services and vulnerable populations10:48 - Strategic investments in infrastructure and economic development11:38 - The debate over Rhode Island's Inspector General and oversight reforms13:28 - The importance of independent oversight and transparency15:15 - The race for Rhode Island Attorney General and key issues like criminal justice reform17:26 - Community challenges and opportunities in Newport's revitalization19:27 - The debate over regionalization of schools and community outcomes20:35 - Reflections on regional cooperation, community identity, and investmentsResources & Links:Rhode Island SenateRhode Island Climate LegislationRhode Island Tax PoliciesRhode Island Inspector General Office (Legislation & Reforms)Newport Community Development InitiativesRegional School Districts & Education ReformSupport the showFollow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

Boston Globe film critic Odie Henderson gives us his Black Summer Movie Preview as he highlights must-see Black-led films that make a statement this season.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

In this episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast, host Jennifer Alger sits down with Ben Pierce, a sixth-generation family member at the Holt & Bugbee Company, one of the oldest hardwood lumber businesses in the United States. At 201 years old, Holt & Bugbee Company has survived recessions, industry shifts, and the rise of synthetic flooring by doing what it's always done: adapting. Ben shares how the company evolved from importing mahogany from Central America to becoming a premier domestic hardwood wholesaler serving the East Coast from four branches in Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and New York. You'll hear about what it was like to start working at the family business right as the 2008 recession wiped out 40 percent of their revenue overnight, and how the company held onto its sales team and pivoted toward higher-end, longer-length, wider material for luxury residential projects and architectural millwork firms. Ben talks about the shift from selling truckloads of commodity lumber to filling precise, high-dollar orders for coastal homes and custom molding work, and how COVID unexpectedly rewarded the company's ability to source, produce, and deliver when competitors couldn't. Ben also shares two of the best marketing stories you'll hear on this podcast. First, how he got Holt & Bugbee Company featured on This Old House by donating a white oak floor during their 200th anniversary year. And second, how a chance sighting of a century-old ghost sign on a Boston building during a duck boat tour led to a nine-month restoration project that landed coverage from WBZ, the Boston Globe, and local NPR. Both stories are masterclasses in creative, relationship-driven marketing in an industry where traditional advertising doesn't always apply. Jennifer and Ben also dig into the state of the hardwood industry, from the challenge of competing against synthetic flooring to why the next generation of consumers may actually swing the pendulum back toward authentic, sustainable, locally sourced wood products. Ben closes with advice for anyone born into a family business: get experience somewhere else first, then come back stronger. Chapters 00:00 Meet Ben Pierce and the 201-Year History of Holt & Bugbee Company 04:09 Surviving the 2008 Recession and Pivoting to Premium Lumber 08:11 Selling Strategy: High-End Markets and Custom Millwork 15:33 Marketing a 200-Year-Old Brand in a Modern World 20:55 Getting Featured on This Old House 24:48 The Ghost Sign: A Century-Old Discovery Turned Marketing Gold 29:49 The Future of Hardwood: Authenticity, Sustainability, and the Next Generation 35:37 Advice for the Next Generation in Family Business The Woodpreneur Podcast brings stories of woodworkers, makers, and entrepreneurs turning their passion for wood into successful businesses - from inspiration to education to actionable advice. Hosted by Steve Larosiliere and Jennifer Alger  For blog posts and updates: woodpreneur.com See how we helped woodworkers, furniture-makers, millwork and lumber businesses grow to the next level: woodpreneurnetwork.com Empowering woodpreneurs and building companies to grow and scale: buildergrowth.io Connect with us at:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sawmillsnearme/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/woodpreneurnetwork/ Join Our Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/woodpreneurnetwork Join our newsletter: https://substack.com/@woodpreneurnetwork You can connect with Ben at: https://www.holtandbugbee.com/ https://www.instagram.com/holtandbugbee/ https://www.facebook.com/holtandbugbee/

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Kathy Orovitz shares how Navigant Credit Union is reinforcing its role as a trusted community partner through a people-first approach. We explore strategies for cultivating a strong organizational culture, maintaining employee engagement, and balancing technology with human connection in financial services.Key Topics:The importance of community-centric banking during times of uncertaintyNavigant's heritage and core values rooted in local involvement and cultureHow intentional leadership fosters employee satisfaction and member trustThe role of recognition programs and company events in reinforcing cultureBalancing remote work with in-person connection for a resilient workplaceDiversity of talent sourcing and ongoing learning initiativesNavigant's commitment to supporting local businesses through sponsorship and showcase programsThe evolving landscape of hybrid work models and their impact on productivity and cultureStrategies for attracting and retaining talent amid a competitive job marketTimestamps:00:00 - Introducing Kathy Orovitz and Navigant's community focus00:27 - Navigant's response to current economic noise and community involvement01:03 - Building trusted relationships with members over decades01:20 - The significance of community-based banking in uncertain times02:04 - Navigant's heritage rooted in local service and community need02:46 - Cultivating culture through intentional leadership and employee-first values04:11 - Impact of employee-centered culture on member experience04:45 - Differentiating through trusted relationships and value-added services05:13 - Keeping a disciplined focus on member needs and technological growth05:44 - Empowering employees through learning, cross-training, and feedback06:28 - Navigant's cultural approach during company-wide events and recognition07:04 - Leadership recognition and employee engagement strategies09:27 - The importance of culture in a hybrid work environment10:05 - Finding a successful balance between remote and in-office work11:25 - Strategies for attracting and retaining talent in a competitive landscape12:17 - Continuous learning and industry engagement for staff development13:15 - Infusing talent and AI with a strong emphasis on member experience14:26 - Supporting local businesses through sponsorships and community programs16:56 - Final thoughts on building community and fostering a resilient organizational cultureResources & Links:Navigant Credit UnionUnreasonable Hospitality ProgramLeadership Academy at NavigantConnect with Kathy Orovitz:LinkedIn Support the showFollow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

In their first head-to-head debate in the Democratic primary for mayor of Providence, incumbent Mayor Brett Smiley and state Representative David Morales took questions from Globe Rhode Island's Steph Machado on rent control, local control of Providence schools, public safety, the city's unfunded pension liability, snowstorms, and more. Tips and ideas? Email us at rinews@globe.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Hardy has a new fancy Green watch, Hardy tells the story of how he got the watch and some of his other watches that he has gotten through his life, also on how expensive some watches cost now, fake watches, how the watch Hardy got was shipped to him and how long it took, also on how many times Hardy thought it was a scam(20:40) Boston Globe reporter Christopher Price joins Toucher and Hardy to talk about Patriots, AJ Brown trade, if he was a distressed asset and his injury, what happened with the Eagles, is he concerned with Brown?, who is the odd man out?, Christian Gonzalez situation and how much does AJ Brown trade affect him(31:37) The guys talk about how Terry Francona and Jon used to talk to each other, and then talk about the college softball girl Hannah Wells who eats Lady Bugs for good luck before games, following college softball.Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Fred is disappointed in our audience, nobody sent the guys the story about the French Open, Arthur Gea needed to go to the bathroom and asked for permission during his game, the guys reacted to what he said to the official and the response, then the guys talk about Jon doing career day at a Natick middle school but wasn't needed anymore.(16:49) TIM HEALEY from the Boston Globe joins Toucher & Hardy to talk all things Red Sox, talking about is the Red Sox are better off now than they were before they hired Craig Breslow, how Craig Breslow talks, Theo Epstein vs Craig Breslow, failure to develop hitters in system, Kristian Campbell, does Breslow use these analytics in order to keep his job? Can he change his ways?(31:37) Hardy went to an award show, how once you get to college you are with the best of the best unlike high school, high school band could have Whiplash situation which actually happened to Jon, teachers listening to the showPlease note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There was a damning article from The Boston Globe which basically pointed all the fingers at Craig Breslow especially from Theo Epstein of all people. How bad of a look is this for Breslow? Then, do we really think Chad Tracy will the one to talk sense into Breslow and be his "interpreter"? And, the Red Sox won a series in Cleveland, but there's still a long climb back into relevancy.

Christopher Price from The Boston Globe joins the show to discuss the inevitability becoming reality of AJ Brown becoming a Patriot. How perfect could this relationship be for Brown and the Patriots? Then, where were you when you heard the sonic boom throughout New England in the New England Nightly News. And, Jerod Mayo is now totally out of football after getting a new job; his first since being fired from New England.

We dive back into the revealing Boston Globe article criticizing Craig Breslow going all-in on analytics for an approach. Why does this feel like the real beginning of the end of the Chief Baseball Officer? Then, Christian gives his thoughts on the Knicks-Spurs NBA Finals matchup and the freak injury to Jesus Sanchez among other thoughts in the Arcand Fire. And, for the tenth time this season, we bring you The Dong Report!

The Boston Globe's Christopher Price joins the show to talk more about the big trade the Patriots made in getting AJ Brown. Are there any injury concerns and how will the relationship with him and Mike Vrabel work out?

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Rhode Island General Treasurer James Diossa shares insights into the state's investment approach, innovative housing programs, cybersecurity priorities, and the excitement surrounding the upcoming FIFA World Cup events. This conversation offers a detailed look at how state leadership balances risk, supports communities, and leverages global events for local economic growth.Main topics:The state's investment strategy and private credit risksThe Rhode Island Anchor Mortgage Program for first-time homebuyersCybersecurity measures protecting state and pension dataRhode Island's preparation for the World Cup and its economic impactThe importance of balancing risk and opportunity in public investmentsKey insights:Rhode Island's pension fund has grown from $10 billion to over $13 billion, with an emphasis on maintaining stability and disciplined risk management.Private credit exposure has remained steady at 3% for a decade, reflecting cautious risk tolerance aligned with the fund's long-term goals.The Rhode Island Anchor Mortgage Program has helped hundreds of first-time buyers with affordable, fixed-rate mortgages, revitalizing communities.Cybersecurity is a top priority, with dedicated staff and annual assessments, especially as financial systems become more vulnerable to emerging threats and AI-based vulnerabilities.The World Cup is expected to boost local tourism and business activity, with multiple events across Rhode Island planned to celebrate the global tournament.Timestamps:00:00 - Welcome back and last appearance recap00:17 - Overview of Rhode Island's current financial standing00:31 - Investment strategy and fund growth01:12 - Focus on pension member experience and cybersecurity01:38 - Challenges and opportunities in private credit investments02:25 - Maintaining a steady private credit allocation over the years03:22 - Balancing higher return ambitions with risk tolerance03:45 - Strategies for achieving funded status targets05:13 - The importance of disciplined risk management and fiduciary responsibility05:43 - Rhode Island Anchor Mortgage Program details and community impact06:12 - How the program supports first-time homebuyers08:09 - The critical role of cybersecurity and recent advancements09:14 - State's cybersecurity efforts and annual assessments10:25 - Rhode Island's FIFA World Cup bid and event planning11:12 - Economic impact and community engagement during the World Cup12:08 - Key events, watch parties, and international team visits13:34 - Final thoughts on summer events and local economic boostResources & Links:Rhode Island Treasurer's OfficeRhode Island Anchor Mortgage ProgramMoody's Credit RatingsFIFA World Cup 2026Connect with James Diossa:LinkedInTwitter Support the showFollow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

On this episode we're joined by Dominic Di Palermo. Dominic just graduated from Western Kentucky University where he worked on both the student newspaper and the campus lifestyle magazine. He's also an intern at the Chicago Tribune and was a contributor to a project that won the Tribune a 2026 Pulitzer Prize for local reporting. The award was "For its powerful coverage of the Trump administration's militarized immigration sweep of the city that described in vivid, muscular prose how the siege-like incursion of ICE agents unified Chicagoans in resistance."Dominic talked about his variety of experiences with photography, from taking pictures of a young girl being taken into custody, to shooting local events and sports. He explained why empathy is an important trait for any photojournalist and he provided tips for aspiring journalists.Dominic's salutes: Photographers for the Boston Globe, Seattle Times, and those in Washington D.C.Photo of the girl being taken into custodyhttps://www.instagram.com/p/DPUcbWyDoCz/?img_index=1Photo of symphony conductorhttps://www.instagram.com/p/DHBgAjpMnKC/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Photo of an athlete screaminghttps://www.instagram.com/p/DEk_GPaSxHL/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Subscribe to our newsletter hereYou can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here,Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.orgThank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.com Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org  Mark Simon's website MarkSimonmedia.comMark Simon's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-simon-92355124/

Send us Fan MailMy guest on Thrive Solo this week is the completely fabulous Maryjane Fahey — and she is going to blow your socks off!Maryjane is 76 year old the creator of Glorious Broads, a platform that celebrates the audacious spirit of women who embrace aging with defiance, and where age is not but just a number, it's a badge of honour. The message of Glorious Broads is that ageing should not be a journey of fading into the background, because wonderful women over 50, 60, 70 and beyond still have SO much to share with and to offer this world. Maryjane previously worked in publishing, art directing, as well as rebranding and launching magazines from Women's Health to redesigning Tatler Asia, The Boston Globe. She has written for Bustle's TZR, Huffington Post, NPR, Next and co-authored a book called DUMPED. In our conversation, Maryjane and I talk about everything from why she loathes the term ‘invisible' for older women, living in the moment and why she loves Eckhart Tolle, how her attitude towards romantic love is very different now than it was when she was younger, the unconventional relationship she has with a man she chooses not to live with, and how the best sex of her life happened after she turned 60. Prepare yourselves to LOVE this force of a woman. Follow Glorious Broads on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gloriousbroads/?hl=enFollow Glorious Broads on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@glorious.broadsFollow Glorious Broads on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gloriousbroads Support the showBuy my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/bookJoin my membership community for single women, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesoloDownload my FREE PDF 'Top 10 Comebacks for the MostAnnoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacksCheck out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=shareFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!

On October 30, 1975, fifteen-year-old Martha Moxley failed to return home after a night out with friends in Belle Haven, an exclusive wealthy enclave in Greenwich, CT. The following morning, Moxley's badly beaten body was discovered underneath a tree, just a few hundred feet from her house, triggering one of the most notorious murder mysteries in the state's history. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Buy Tickets to MORBID LIVE at Radio City Music Hall on June 27th! References Associated Press. 1975. "Parents guarding children in Greenwich murder area." Connecticut Post, November 10: 2. —. 1998. "1975 murder case before grand jury." Hartford Courant, July 12: 22. —. 1998. "Fuhrman book on 1975 slaying points to Kennedy relative." Hartford Courant, May 10: 28. Brown, Marian Gail. 2002. "Verdict shocks court observers 27 years after Moxley slaying." Connecticut Post, June 8: 1. CNN. 2007. Moxley case: Excerpts from the Sutton Report. December 17. Accessed November 26, 2025. https://www.cnn.com/2007/US/law/12/17/court.archive.skakel11/index.html. —. 2002. Moxley Case: Who was Martha Moxley? Accessed November 21, 2025. https://www.cnn.com/2007/US/law/12/17/court.archive.skakel9/index.html. Connecticut Post. 1975. "Girl, 15, found murdered at her Greenwich home." Connecticut Post, November 1: 1. Ellement, John, and Lisa Prevost. 2000. "Skakel is arrested in '75 Conn. murder." Boston Globe, January 20. Gaines, Judith. 1998. "Grand juror to probe '75 Conn. murder." Boston Globe, June 18. —. 1991. "Police taking a fresh look at 1975 murder of Conn. teen-ager." Boston Globe, October 7. Hartford Courant. 2002. "Skakel jurors." Hartford Courant, July 28: H2. Lang, Joel. 1997. "Martha's murder." Hartford Courant, May 18: 10. Levitt, Leonard. 2004. Conviction: Solving the Moxley Murder . New York, NY: Regan Books. Mahony, Edmund. 2020. "No retrial for Skakel." Hartford Courant, October 31: 1. Merchant, Robert. 2016. "Skakel murder conviction reinstated." Connecticut Post, December 31: 1. Ondek, Richard. 1976. "Prosecutor says family impedes murder probe." Connecticut Post, March 26: 1. Owens, David. 2013. "Freed on bail." Hartford Courant, November 22: 1. 2003. Mugshots: Michael Skakel. Performed by Single Spark Productions. State of Connecticut v. Michael Skakel. 2004. S.C. 16844 (Supreme Court of the State of Connecticut, June 23). Tofig, Dana. 1999. "Suspect's lawyer seeks to suprress comments." Hartford Courant, May 27: B7. Tuohy, Lynne. 2002. "A life, a death revisited." Hartford Courant, May 8: 1. —. 2000. "Kennedy nephew facing arrest in killing." Hartford Courant, January 19: 1. —. 2002. "No apology, no remorse." Hartford Courant, August 30: 1. —. 2002. "One final chance to make their cases." Hartford Courant, June 4: 1. —. 2002. "Prosecution puts on its rebuttal."  Hartford Courant , May 30: 1. Cowritten by Alaina Urquhart, Ash Kelley & Dave White (Since 10/2022)Produced & Edited by Mikie Sirois (Since 2023)Research by Dave White (Since 10/2022), Alaina Urquhart & Ash KelleyListener Correspondence & Collaboration by Debra LallyListener Tale Video Edited by Aidan McElman (Since 6/2025) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kimberly explores the surprising science of sun exposure with Rowan Jacobsen, challenging common fears about sunlight and revealing its profound health benefits. Learn how to balance sun safety with the need for natural light to improve health, mood, and longevity.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Sunlight and Health02:52 The Historical Perspective on Sunlight06:00 Understanding Skin Cancer and Sun Exposure08:50 The Benefits of Sunlight Beyond Skin Cancer12:02 Sensible Sun Exposure and Aging14:56 Circadian Rhythms and Sunlight17:56 Alternatives to Natural Sunlight20:58 Vitamin D and Its Importance24:41 The Vitamin D Dilemma29:59 Sunlight and Fertility33:40 In Defense of Sunlight38:53 The Impact of Light on Children43:44 Sunscreen InsightsSponsor: ANIMA MUNDI OFFER: Anima Mundi is giving Feel Good Podcast listeners they're largest discount of the year. It's a great opportunity to treat yourself or a friend to some soothing self-care by going to AnimaMundiHerbals.com and use the code: SOLLUNA20 for 20% off your purchase. USE LINK: AnimaMundiHerbals.com Code: SOLLUNA20 for 20% off your purchase.Rowen Jacobsen Resources: Book: In Defense of Sunlight: The Surprising Science of Sun Exposure (June 16th, 2026) (Simon & Shuster) Website: rowanjacobsen.com Social: @unrealrowanjacobsen Email: rowanjacobsen@gmail.comBio: Rowan Jacobsen writes about science and nature and the less-explored corners of the world for Harper's, Outside, The Atlantic, Scientific American, Smithsonian, The New York Times, The Washington Post, MIT Technology Review, Businessweek, and others, and his work has been anthologized in The Best American Science & Nature Writing and other collections. He has received awards from the James Beard Foundation, the Society of American Travel Writers, and the Overseas Press Club. He is the author of nine books, including A Geography of Oysters, Fruitless Fall, and Truffle Hound, which have been named to Best Book of the Year lists by the Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Boston Globe, NPR, and Publishers Weekly. He has performed with Pop-Up Magazine, lectured at Harvard and Yale, and appeared on CBS, NBC, and NPR. He has been an Alicia Patterson Foundation Fellow, writing about endangered diversity on the borderlands between India, Myanmar, and China; a Knight Science Journalism Fellow at MIT, focusing on the environmental and evolutionary impact of synthetic biology; and a Nova Media Fellow, researching the science of sun exposure. His new book, In Defense of Sunlight: The Surprising Science of Sun Exposure, will be published by Scribner on the Summer Solstice, 2026.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Ken Mahan, lead meteorologist for the Boston Globe joins Toucher & Hardy to explain the phenomenal meteoric event that broke the sound barrier and touched down just east of Massachusetts this past Saturday.(18:02) The Email Bit (Proudly brought to you by Jeffrey Glassman Injury Lawyers)(31:16) THE STACKPlease note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After what was written in The Boston Globe and quotes from Theo Epstein, Craig Breslow is in the most hot water with his job than ever before.

Brian reacts to the Patriots trading a couple of draft picks for star wideout A.J. Brown, and why that shows that the Pats are all in for this coming season (0:00). He compares the trade with other blockbuster moves, including a recent one that put a Boston team over the top (30:30). Brian and Jamie end with some final thoughts on the Brown trade and touch upon the recent Boston Globe article detailing some of the problems with Craig Breslow and the Red Sox's front office (37:15). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boston Globe's Tim Healy joins, talks his big Breslow article