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Boston is the home to many of the region, nation, and world's most powerful people. That being said, not everyone can be truly influential. Boston Magazine has just released its latest list of the city's most influential people, and it includes all kinds of people: athletes, lawmakers, developers, even infants! Brittany Jasnoff, Executive Editor at Boston Magazine, dives deeper into the list with Nichole to talk about their process, what influence truly means, and some of their top picks.

The transition back to civilian life can be rocky for some veterans. It's critical to ensure veterans have a dedicated support system in place to help, but, unfortunately, many veterans fall through the cracks. There's a brand new veterans center in Plymouth where vets can access comprehensive services to help veterans address their unique needs and get set up for success. Charles Gagnon, President and CEO of Volunteers of America Massachusetts, talks with Nichole this week about their work with the state to get the center up and running, and everything they have to offer.

For generations, potable water from the Quabbin Reservoir has been enjoyed by residents in dozens of cities and towns in central and eastern Massachusetts. However, many communities that line the reservoir don't have access to this precious resource, and as a new study looks to expand the MWRA network, many Quabbin-area residents feel they're not getting proper recompense for providing this water to much of the Commonwealth. Sen. Jo Comerford (D-Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester) says it's time to change that. She joins Nichole on the show this week to talk about her new bill on Beacon Hill that she hopes will create more equity when it comes to water distribution from the Quabbin.

This Valentine's week, on a special joint recording of The Horse Race and The Codcast, Steve and Jenn ask the burning question: is #mapoli breaking up? They're joined by a crew of #mapoli veterans to discuss how social media has impacted political communications over the past decade and a half, and what the declining political twittersphere means for the future.

This Valentine's week, on a special joint recording of The Horse Race and The Codcast, co-hosts Steve Koczela and Jennifer Smith ask the burning question: is #mapoli breaking up? They're joined by a crew of #mapoli veterans to discuss how social media has impacted political communications over the past decade and a half, and what the declining political twittersphere means for the future.

School districts around the Commonwealth, especially in rural areas, are struggling with budget cuts, classrooms that aren't fully stocked, and teachers reaching into their own pockets to pay for much-needed supplies. Many rural schools are facing significant funding challenges, and while there's some help from Beacon Hill, State Senator Jo Comerford (D-Hampshire, Franklin and Worcester) says it's not enough. She joins the show this week to talk about her efforts to convince her fellow lawmakers to increase state funding and support for those communities.

In the new state budget Governor Maura Healey recently signed into law, there is a new program offering up some hope for adults here in Massachusetts who either want to go to college for the first time or finish a degree they may have had to leave behind. WBZ's Laurie Kirby spoke with Ray DePasquale, President of Massasoit Community College in Brockton, about this new program and the benefits of returning to get a degree, no matter your age.

This week's episode is the second in a two-part series on human trafficking. For this portion of the series, we are focusing on the impacts of sexual and labor exploitation right here in New England. Julie Dahlstrom, Director of the Immigrants' Rights and Human Trafficking program at the Boston University School of Law, talks with Nichole about what's being done from Beacon Hill to local police departments to stop this devastating criminal enterprise. PLUS: Transitioning from the battlefield to the home front can be difficult for veterans, many of whom find the support they were promised when they were discharged simply doesn't materialize. Bill Moore, the founder of "Project New Hope", returns to the show to talk about the resources they have for New England veterans, and their no-cost veterans' retreats to help service members heal.++ CONTENT WARNING: human trafficking, sexual abuse, child abuse ++

When he was young, Jesse Setaro of North End Fitness spent many years in the foster care system. With the help of a very special mentor, he was able to rise above poverty, homelessness, and instability to build a happy and successful life. Now, Jesse wants to give back to foster kids in Boston through "Project F", a special gym and mentoring program that would give orphans and foster children a safe place to thrive and grow. Jesse joins Nichole to talk about his plans for the gym and how you can help him get the doors open. PLUS: Several lawmakers on Beacon Hill have filed a bill that, if passed, would allow a process called "natural organic reduction" in Massachusetts, otherwise known as "human composting". Rep. Natalie Higgins (D-Leominster), a main sponsor of the bill, explains the process and why she feels it's important to make it available for Massachusetts residents.

Each year, the "Winter Walk" brings members of the Boston community together to end the stigma surrounding homelessness, amplify the stories of the unhoused, and find solutions to work toward substantive change. Executive Director Ari Barbanell joins Nichole this week to talk about the event, their expansion to western Massachusetts, and how you can get involved. PLUS: Volunteering can be a bit daunting if you've never done it before. Sometimes, you don't even know where to begin! That's where Boston Cares comes in, with connections to hundreds of schools and non-profits that could use your help. Sara Hamilton, Executive Director, talks about the path to volunteering, and we'll also hear from Cecilia Falcao, a long-time volunteer, about her experience.

It's exactly a week since Election Day 2022.   Just the right time to initiate a three-way podcast between three candidates in withdrawal! 2021 City Council candidate Scott M. Graves (I) is joined by Lisa Mair (I) candidate for the first Worcester Senate District and Bruce Chester (R), podcast co-host and candidate for the MA House 2nd Worcester District.  We've all felt the sting of loss but don't despair, we're talking what comes next and what solutions we can bring to our communities moving forward.  Bruce has not conceded, having a difference of 712 votes and one community not reporting their number of outstanding ballots.   Lisa discusses her thoughts on running as an independent. She brought to our attention a great resource platform known as Braver Angels.  Scott explains the intricacies of policy-driven campaigning.  We hope you enjoy!

The Bears have Burnbarrel headquarters surrounded while Democrats are celebrating the super-secret nuclear files found at Mar A Lago. Meanwhile, the left continues their mental meltdown, led by the Ed Page guy from San Francisco. Also, a little @Mapoli talk happens. Find us at burnbarrelpodcast.com Email us: burnbarrelpodcast@gmail.com Follow on Parler: @burnbarrelpodcast On Gab: @burnbarrelpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/burnbarrelpodcast And Twitter: @burnbarrelpod Rumble: rumble.com/c/burnbarrelpodcast YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCWhLuhtutKdCmbHaWuGg_YQ Follow Tom on Twitter: @tomshattuck You can follow Alice too: @aliceshattuck More Tom stuff at tomshattuck.com Tom's "Insta" as the zoomers say: instagram.com/tomwshattuck Join us at Locals: burnbarrel.locals.com (subscriber based) Join us at Patreon: patreon.com/burnbarrel (subscriber based) The opening theme music is called Divine Intervention by Matthew Sweet. The closing theme music to this podcast C'est La Vie by Derek Clegg. Excelsior

The “Massachusetts Beagle Freedom Bill”, if passed, would require researchers who use animals for testing to offer them up for adoption when their tenure is done, instead of sending them directly to be euthanized. Cara Zipoli, Susan Howe of the Aisling Center, and Senate Minority Leader Bruce Tarr (R-Gloucester), come together on the show to talk with Nichole about their efforts to get this legislation passed. Cara and Susan also explain why beagles are used for testing, why research animals make great pets, and the regulations surrounding animal testing. May is American Stroke Month. Stroke is one of the leading causes of disability in the United States, and it's one of the top health conditions that can lead to death. Dr. Hugo Javier Aparicio, assistant professor of neurology at Boston University School of Medicine, joins Nichole to explain the risk factors, talk about what triggers a stroke, and ways you can spot the warning signs.

Dr. Eric Dickson, President and CEO of UMass Memorial Medical Center, talks with Nichole about all things COVID as we enter the new year. Dr. Dickson answers questions about the Omicron variant and everything that comes along with it: testing, vaccine mandates, the impact of the virus on people who are disabled and immunocompromised, how health care workers are dealing with the strain on hospitals, and much more.

Is Charlie Baker running and what does a "Baker Republican" do if he doesn't? Maureen McInerney, one of Scam's besties, got the slot to hash out the deeper parts of being a Republican in not one but three states as a woman trying to "diversify" it, Charlie Baker being Charlie Baker, and why Geoff Diehl should be taken kind of seriously this time in a very non-weird MAGA way. We can't always agree on everything but one thing's for sure, both parties are deeply in trouble. Follow Maureen https://twitter.com/mcinerney_mg

Welcome back to another full episode of Couple Casuals Podcast! In Episode 4, your host Stefano, sits down with former Toronto Rap Artist Andrew Infusino AKA INFU. The boys talk about Andrew's personal experience in the Toronto Rap Scene, how he started, the ups and downs plus much more! The pair also discuss Drakes new album 'Certified Lover Boy'. Andrew gives his take on the album and also unpacks the Drake and Kanye comparison/beef. Join us for a Couple Casuals! Salute!

Nichole is joined by Massachusetts state representatives Chynah Tyler of Roxbury and Carlos Gonzalez of Springfield - both members of the state's Black and Latino Legislative Caucus. Rep. Tyler is about to become the youngest woman to ever lead the Caucus. The lawmakers talk with Nichole about the priorities of the Caucus in the new legislative session, and the strides the Caucus has made in recent years. Kathy Ohman, the Founder of FORWARD, has details on the organization's work to help provide safe, accessible homes for people with autism on Cape Cod.

We feature Fitchburg Politics with Sam Squalia, city councilwoman and host of  ‘Discussing Fitchburg Now' and we break news on possible fraud by city officials in Gardner, MA.

Co-host Scott M. Graves sat down with Travis Benson, Field Director for ActOn Mass (https://actonmass.org), a non-profit organization working hard to bring transparency to Massachusetts State Government. They do this through advocacy for amending procedures within the MA House of Representatives that dictate how votes are cast and legislation is developed, debated and passed. Full Audio podcast of this interview: Subscribe for more exclusive material: https://www.patreon.com/smgravesassoc... Wonder how your state rep votes? Has your state representative signed onto the ActOn Mass pledge? Want to volunteer for your district team? Find out more here: https://actonmass.org/the-campaign/

The Shoestring has reported on over 50 Northampton City Council meetings in its regularly occurring column "I Go to City Council Meetings." Columnists Jules Marsh and Brian Zayatz along with the editorial team, reflect on what they have learned from their time spent in the chambers.

11/19/20-- With just a couple months until President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration, several #MApoli members are being eyed as potential cabinet members of his administration. Stephanie has been cataloging them for the Politico Massachusetts Playbook, and she's got her eye particularly trained on Boston Mayor Marty Walsh, who is being pushed for Labor Secretary by the president of the AFL-CIO. Other potential Massachusetts-based picks include Sen. Elizabeth Warren, Attorney General Maura Healey, Gov. Charlie Baker, and Congressman Stephen Lynch. -- A new survey out from The MassINC Polling Group finds parents of K-12 students in Massachusetts anticipate negative impacts on their children due to a tumultuous start of the school year. One of the first questions Steve wanted the poll to answer was simply, how are students being taught? It turns out, there's an even split between all remote and hybrid learning (46% each), while just 11% of students are attending school in person all the time. There are significant demographic breakdowns in each of those categories, Steve explains. Black, Latino, and lower-income parents are far more likely to report fully remote school. Meanwhile, Catholic, private school, and high-income parents are more likely to have children attending school in-person. Overall, around half (52%) of parents say the current school year is having a negative impact on their child in terms of academics. Similar numbers say the same of mental / emotional health as well as social / behavioral skills (both 49% negative). -- A report from the Massachusetts division of the U.S. Department of Justice alleges that conditions at the Massachusetts Department of Correction are unconstitutional. As Jenn explains, the MDOC could be in violation of the 8th Amendment, which prohibits cruel and unusual punishment, if there was "deliberate indifference” to the known risk of self harm and suicide by inmates. The DOJ argues that a combination of the housing conditions and issues with those who are supposed to be tasked with monitoring and safekeeping prisoners with serious mental health issues created an extremely unsafe situation. The report recommends the DOC improve their monitoring of prisoners on mental health watch. The DOC has less than 50 days to act. Otherwise, the DOJ can sue the state.

11/11/20--The hosts are off this week so please enjoy a BONUS episode of The Horse Race. It is an exploration of the rise in young adults battling mental health impacts of COVID-19, with a #MAPoli angle, of course.

Well, it's over with..... or is it? In Episode #4 'Things Ain't What They Used to Be?' we explore the results of election 2020 and offer some historical and editorial reference where we can in Scotts on the Rocks fashion.  

10/14/20-- While Stephanie Murray could not make it on The Horse Race this week, she did not fail to bring us the content that really matters. By this of course we mean her Bachelorette recap complete with a #MApoli connection. The bachelor Stephanie had her eye on was, "Certified Harvard Guy" Bennet Jordan. She ran his name through the FEC database and nothing came up, but because he's 36 - 37 years old, it means he likely crossed paths with a number of familiar #MApoli faces who were at Harvard University the same time as him. Can you figure out who they were? And in *actual* #MApoli news, state budget season is a few months late this year due to COVID-19. Governor Charlie Baker submitted his annual budget in which he pulled from the emergency fund to cover the anticipated loss of revenue for this year. Jenn Smith notes, “There might be some interesting implications / kind of agonizing, frustrating implications if you start thinking a year out. What do you do if we have another year of this kind of loss in revenue?” Of course, Baker's proposal has yet to undergo a probably lengthy process of workshopping by the legislature before it is finalized. Also happening this week are Senate hearings of Supreme Court Justice nominee Amy Coney Barrett. So far, Jenn says, the process has been "interesting but predictable." Senate Democrats are pushing Barrett for answers on how she might rule on Roe v. Wade, the Affordable Care Act, and whether she'll recuse herself in the event of an election result dispute. Barrett has mostly refused to come down one way or another on any of these topics, taking the conventional route of vowing not to enter the Supreme Court with an agenda, and rather stick to the rule of law and decide cases as they come. -- A new Suffolk University / Boston Globe poll shows Joe Biden with a 10-point lead on Donald Trump in New Hampshire. This is notable for a couple reasons, one of which brings us back to 2016. During that election season, a conspiracy theory claiming hordes of Massachusetts voters illegally cast votes in New Hampshire for Hillary Clinton gained an outsize amount of attention. The theory was perpetuated by the president who claimed he would've secured the popular vote if not for the "voter fraud" in New Hampshire. The theory was unsurprisingly debunked, but, as Steve points out, with a much wider margin being shown so far in 2020, such conspiracy theories likely won't be given as much weight. Instead, Steve says, they'll be called out for what they are -- "quackery." -- GBH News Reporter Paul Singer stops by The Horse Race to discuss his recent coverage of Boston's failure to comply with ordinances on hiring diversity. As of 2017, most large public and private construction projects in the city are mandated to employ 51% Boston residents, 40% people of color and 12% women. Time and again, however, builders have not met these standards. Singer explains that some subcontractors have shown "terrible performance" on hiring residents, people of color, and women. But, he says, "None of them ever get punished for it, and they still get rehired for the next job, so there's no real consequence for blowing it off.” -- New measures to improve police accountability and transparency are in the works in Boston. Mayor Marty Walsh and Police Commissioner William Gross said Tuesday they plan to implement all recommendations from the city's police reform task force that includes replacing the city's community oversight panel with an independent office with expanded powers. Sarah Betancourt of CommonWealth Magazine reported on this and joins The Horse Race hosts to talk about it. Along with the new independent oversight office, Walsh and Gross committed to adopting an expansion of the body cam program, greater enforcement of use of force policies, improving data collection, a new diversity unit, and better access for anyone who wants to get body cam footage.

I am a phenomenal voter, and you can be one too. Today is National Voter Registration Day. Here are 2 actions you can take today to help preserve our democracy: ✅ Register to vote or check your voter registration status at iwillvote.com ✅ Check on your squad and make sure they are registered too. Our work doesn’t end in November, but it starts with your vote.

The AWHY train keeps on rolling! Host Scott M. Graves and Producer Cameron McLeod are accompanied by Republican State Representative candidate Bruce Chester, and together we talk about also sorts of hot button issues.

Boston's new Chief of Equity, Dr. Karilyn Crockett, joins Nichole on the show to talk about her new role in Mayor Walsh's new cabinet-level office at City Hall. Dr. Crockett, a Dorchester native who lectures at MIT, discusses the steps the city's taking to tackle systemic racism. Rodney Rowland, the Director of Special Projects and Facilities at Strawbery Banke in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, tells Nichole how the museum has been weathering the COVID-19 pandemic, and how they're trying to protect some of their historic homes from effects of climate change.

Listen in for strategies to follow the legislative process, including twitter and hashtags. Track progress on the issues that are important to you, including #ROEAct. Follow helpful leads and legislators.

In a time of general instability, it's the most chaotic subplot in local politics. Bristol County Sheriff Thomas Hodgson claims he was attacked by immigrants who are in the US illegally on May 1, after they refused to get tested for COVID-19. The detainees and their advocates say Hodgson and his deputies were the aggressors. Meanwhile, state Senator Sonia Chang-Diaz was barred from entering the jail the day after the riot; multiple investigations are now underway; and a class-action lawsuit alleging dangerous conditions at the facility is working its way through court. Adam Reilly talks with Chang-Diaz and Sarah Betancourt, who's been covering the story for Commonwealth magazine, about the incident and its aftermath. But first, Peter Kadzis weighs in on a new Suffolk University / WGBH News / Boston Globe poll that shows Massachusetts residents committed to the ongoing fight against the coronavirus, even as economic pain mounts.

Count down the Top 10 Beacon Hill stories of 2019, as voted on by members of the State House Press Association. The SHNS crew analyzes the last 12 months along with the big stories of the last decade.

Becky, Sam, and Yael are back at the mics with special guest State Representative Maria Robinson. Topics include Halloween candy, cancel culture, LGBTQ rights at the Supreme Court, and the Democratic Party's Mr. Big. Rep. Robinson hilariously discusses running for office, parenting pitfalls, and the push for a more transparent, responsive, and representative state government. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/audacityofnope/support

Instead of their usual deep dive into one subject, Adam Reilly and Peter Kadzis take a different tack in this episode of the Scrum — chatting with their WGBH News colleagues Saraya Wintersmith, Isaiah Thompson, and Mike Deehan about, respectively, how Elizabeth Warren's playing in Iowa, the still-unfolding scandal inside Boston's Zoning Board of Appeal, and why a long-awaited hands-free cell phone bill is in limbo at the State House.

9/4/19-- It's post-Labor Day in The Horse Race bunker, which means post-Labor Day Breakfast, which means the hosts have much to discuss. Namely, Stephanie pointed out, the breakfast featured 'Kennedy for Senate' banners posted directly across from 'Markey for Senate' banners, illustrating a race that's sure to be tight IF Congressman Joe Kennedy decides to officially throw his hat in the ring. Meanwhile in legislation news, a hearing was held in the Statehouse today on a proposed bill that would allow undocumented immigrants to obtain drivers licenses. State Sen. Brendan Crighton and Rep. Christine Barber drop by to explain what the bill entails, and what stood out to them during testimony. A poll published by a newer polling company called Change Research came out this week. It showed Congressman Joe Kennedy III with a 17-point lead against Senator Ed Markey and drew skepticism from other pollsters. Chief Growth Officer of Change Research Pat Reilly joined via telephone to shed some light on Change's methods.

6/14/2019--It's your lucky day, #MAPoli. Steve and Jenn are bringing you an extra episode this week. Jenn is surprisingly alive to tell the tale of her hellish commute on the Red Line after its meltdown earlier this week. This being the second derailment in as many days, it's safe to say that commuters are getting fed up. Local leaders are speaking up as well, and the MBTA is responding with a full investigation into the derailments. It also let passengers know to expect slower train times until fixes can be made. On a lighter note, The Horse Race Live at the Races was a roaring good time, and the guests were spectacular. On Wednesday, you heard from Shannon Liss-Riordan, and today's episodes features our other guests, Salem Mayor Kim Driscoll and Boston City Councilor Lydia Edwards talking about the state of housing in Boston and throughout the Commonwealth. Plus, Anthony Amore, security director at the Isabella Stewart Gardener Museum, gave Steve and Jenn the lowdown on the tie between Suffolk Downs and that infamous art heist.

Now that Brett Kavanaugh is on the U.S. Supreme Court, filling a seat that could have been occupied by Merrick Garland, there's a real chance that Roe v. Wade — the landmark Supreme Court decision that legalized abortion — will be overturned. As red states try to force the issue by passing a bevy of restrictive new laws, blue states are moving in the opposite direction, passing legislation aimed at consolidating and expanding abortion rights. Case in point: Massachusetts, where a bill dubbed the ROE Act gets a State House hearing on Monday, June 17. Still, despite the Commonwealth's progressive reputation, the bill's passage hardly a sure thing. Among other things, it's received a cool reception from Governor Charlie Baker, who says he doesn't support late-term abortions (which would be easier to obtain if the ROE Act becomes law) and that Massachusetts women are already protected in the event of a Roe v. Wade reversal. Adam Reilly and Peter Kadzis dig into the ROE Act's details — and its political prospects — with two key supporters: State Senate President Emerita Harriette Chandler, who filed the bill, and Rebecca Hart Holder, the executive director of NARAL Pro-Choice Massachusetts.

6/5/2019--Come one, come all to our live show at Suffolk Downs! Eat, drink, gamble and be merry amongst fellow #MAPoli-interested folks. Register here! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-horse-race-live-at-the-races-tickets-60936755476?aff=ebdssbdestsearch This week on The Horse Race, Steve and Jenn are joined by Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley to discuss her new Power of Us PAC. Then, Rich Parr drops in to chat about our country's feelings toward impeaching the 45th President of the United States. Last but not least, Andy Metzger of Commonwealth Magazine explains a new organization called Take Back Our Republic, centered on diminishing the role of money in politics and on pushing back against partisan gerrymandering of districts.

5/22/2019--Fresh off a weekend nerding out on polling at the American Association for Public Opinion Research (AAPOR) Conference, Steve is joined by a good friend of the pod to recount the insights they gained there. Steve and Maeve Duggan, Research Director for the MassINC Polling Group, discuss how 2019 and 2020 elections polls will be conducted. Later, Matt Murphy of the State House News Service drops by to discuss the ROE Act, introduced by Senate President Emerita Harriette Chandler and House Speaker Pro Tempore Patricia Haddad, which would guarantee a right to abortion in state law, with some specific language around allowing abortions later in pregnancy in cases when the fetus is unlikely to survive after birth. To close things out, Boston Globe reporter Vicki McGrane makes an appearance to discuss the recently announced challenge to Ed Markey's senate seat. Shannon Liss-Riordan, a high-profile labor rights attorney, announced in a campaign video on Monday that she is running against the 72-year-old Markey, who has served in office since 1976. #MAPoli friends, don't forget to register for our live event: The Horse Race Goes to the Races! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-horse-race-live-at-the-races-tickets-60936755476 And, as always, we want to hear from YOU! Send us your #MAPoli questions, frustrations and ruminations to thehorseracepodcast@gmail.com or on Twitter @The_HorseRace.

Brit talks to Ashlyn Plunket, the Executive Director of Programs for Sira Naturals, about the early days of working for a brand new legal marijuana company, and how you can use the skills you already have and translate them into a new career in cannabis. Ashlyn also discusses Sira's Accelerator Startup Program and the upcoming Cannabiz educational event in Milford MA.

The federal carbon tax kicks in for Ontario, Saskatchewan, Manitoba & New Brunswick on April 1, ready or not. Dan McTeague, former Liberal MP, explains how gas prices will be affected, and shares his personal opinions on the tax. Guest: Dan McTeague, of GasBuddy .com, former Liberal MP See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2/13/2019-- As Steve continues sailing the seven seas, Jenn is joined by State House News Service reporter and opposing podcast host Katie Lannan. Jenn and Katie put their bitter rivalry aside to discuss the global issue of climate change and what state and local leaders and lawmakers are doing to address it. First, Lou Antonellis of IBEW Local 103 joins the show. He explains why the labor union showed support for Ed Markey and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's Green New Deal and what he hopes from current and future elected officials. The Springfield Republican reporter Shira Schoenberg drops by to discuss Charlie Baker's appearance in D.C. where he advocated for federally funded efforts toward climate change mitigation. To talk about the recent re-introduction of the millionaire's tax (also known as the Fair Share Amendment) is State Sen. Jason Lewis. He and State Rep. Jim O'Day filed legislation to revive this constitutional amendment that would put a surtax on residents who make more than $1 million annually in order to generate revenue for the state's education and transportation systems.

Potholes are an everyday annoyance for commuters, but they're a really complex problem for cities to solve. Many cities, including Boston, have 311 apps that allow citizens to report potholes in their own neighborhoods. But Elijah de la Campa is curious to know whether those apps are actually improving citizen participation in local government. Full Transcript The Veritalk Team: Host/Producer: Anna Fisher-Pinkert Executive Producer: Ann Hall Sound Designer: Ian Coss Logo Designer: Emily Crowell Special Thanks: Graham Ball, Elijah de la Campa, the Government Performance Lab at the Harvard Kennedy School, and the What Works Cities Initiative funded by Bloomberg Philanthropies.

Antonia Felix, author of "ELIZABETH WARREN: HER FIGHT. HER WORK. HER LIFE." #WPRO A look at the life of the senior U.S. Senator from Massachusetts, and as Warren seeks reelection this year, she is also often mentioned as a potential candidate for the 2020 Democratic Presidential nomination.

Antonia Felix, author of "ELIZABETH WARREN: HER FIGHT. HER WORK. HER LIFE." #WPRO A look at the life of the senior U.S. Senator from Massachusetts, and as Warren seeks reelection this year, she is also often mentioned as a potential candidate for the 2020 Democratic Presidential nomination.

Babbu & Scam do the run downs of the some key races they have an eye on for the September 4th Primary. Geoff Diehl, Greg Henning, and Michael Capuano... hope you're flame retardant because you got scorched. 6:46 - #MASen 29:30 - #SuffolkDA 43:30 - #MA7 Scam's Endorsements: Rachel Rollins and Ayanna Pressley Bobby Constantino's Perfect DA Scorecard (@bobbytweetz) https://bobbyconstantino.com/scorecard1/ Jobs First PAC Podcast https://soundcloud.com/jobs-first-pac/professor-mo-cunningham https://soundcloud.com/jobs-first-pac/charlie-chieppo-discussion

Adam Reilly and Peter Kadzis examine the two biggest political stories of the moment: the demise of the “Millionaires' Tax” ballot question, and Governor Charlie Baker's break with the Trump Administration over forced parent-child separations at the US-Mexico Border. Then Jennifer Smith of the Dorchester Reporter and Molly Boigon of WGBH News explain how — in the midst of a punishingly hot real estate market -- an uninhabitable, decrepit wreck of a house on a classic Savin Hill street has been able to resist the efforts of Boston City Hall to turn it into something, well, middle class. It's a bizarre case study in zombie real estate.

Allegations of sexual harassment and misconduct leveled against Bryon Hefner, husband of Senate president Stan Rosenberg, are roiling Beacon Hill. In an emergency podcast to keep you up to date, we explain what this means from the standpoint of the senate. We also recap the results of the Worcester/Middlesex state senate special election, and celebrate Ballot Question Deadline Day!

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It's one of the defining political debates of 2016 here in Massachusetts—but so far, we haven't seen or heard supporters and opponents of legalizing recreational marijuana sitting down face-to-face to hash things out. (Get it???) Enter the Scrum!

There's a big Massachusetts Senate election coming up in less than a week, #mapoli fans. The Scrum asked all seven candidates to come in for a sort of political speed-dating session.

Boston City Councilor Tito Jackson joined reporter Adam Reilly and WGBHNews.org Senior Editor Peter Kadzis to discuss proposed cuts to the school budget, the extension of the BRA's redevelopment powers, and whether or not he'd ever consider challenging Mayor Marty Walsh for his seat.

Peter Kadzis and Adam Reilly of WGBH News took in this year's breakfast at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center--then sized up the proceedings as they were winding down, along with Lauren Dezenski of Politico Massachusetts and Gintautaus Dumcius of MassLive.com and the Springfield Republican.

He wears a boot on his head, once dumped glitter on an opponent during a debate, and wants to fund time travel research so he can go back and kill Baby Hitler. His name is Vermin Supreme, and he wants your vote in 2016.

Our crack roundtable (or scrumtable, if you will) tackles some of the biggest headlines in #mapoli and beyond.

Reporter Adam Reilly and WGBHNews.org Senior Editor Peter Kadzis sat down with Michelle Wu, the first Asian-American Boston City Council President.

It's not easy being green—just as Governor Charlie Baker. This week, The Scrum takes a look at his renewable energy plans.

Our usual order of business around here at The Scrum is to ask #mapoli a lot of questions. But this week, we kept is simple: what's on your holiday wish list this year?

Here we are again: wrestling with the aftermath of a mass shooting in the United States. Adam Reilly, Peter Kadzis, and David Bernstein look at how policymakers struggle to respond, time and time again.

Reporter Adam Reilly sits down with Mark Perrone, the CEO of Grand Prix of Boston, about bringing a largescale sporting event to Boston in the wake of Boston 2024's failed Olympic bid.

The world of Massachusetts politics can be a little Boston-centric. Adam Reilly and Peter Kadzis sat down with Senate President Stan Rosenberb—who represents a few of the state's western districts—to talk about what folks around here get wrong about the Wild West.

To many, Evan Falchuk was the posterchild of the anti-Olympics movement in Massachusetts. Now that the bid is dead, what's next for Falchuk and his political party, the United Independent Party?

With high approval ratings, a formidable war chest, and a close working relationship with the state's Republican governor, is Mayor Marty Walsh already on track to be Boston's "mayor for life?" Adam met up with Gintautas Dumcius of Mass Live and Shirley Leung of the Boston Globe on the windswept steps of City Hall Plaza.

The Scrum marvels at the remarkable civility in the State House over the proposed MBTA fiscal control board, and chats with Congressman Seth Moulton about his first few months on the job.

This week, The Scrum podcast took a closer look at Governor Charlie Baker and Boston Mayor Marty Walsh's governing during one of the biggest snow weeks in Massachusetts history. Plus, how long will "Dear Leader" (aka House Speaker Robert DeLeo) stay on as Speaker? And are DeLeo and Baker simpatico when it comes to end goals?