Podcasts about surprising present

SNACK ATTACK! I mean... SHARK ATTACK! I mean, BOTH. Another snack-sized episode for you, complete with shark attacks, the story of a chilling shipwreck, and whatever the heck is happening in Area 51. Boston-area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 at WBUR's CitySpace for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

"Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines — and Anti-Vaxxers" explores the weird, winding story of scientific innovation, medical disasters and online virality that radicalized new parents and created a movement that threatens to send us back to the disease-ridden dark ages. Subscribe to Endless Thread wherever you get your podcasts.

"Endless Thread" presents "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – and Anti-Vaxxers."

I stopped by the Audio Tidbits Podcast Headquarters a while back and got what was for me a surprising present. I will not go with…

I stopped by the Audio Tidbits Podcast Headquarters a while back and got what was for me a surprising present. I will not go with a spoiler here. You will need to listen to share in the surprising present.

Season Ticket may be over, but there's now a brand new podcast from WBUR and the Boston Globe called "Last Seen" Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Gasper and Kyle Draper, Celtics Pre and Postgame Live host, debate whether the Celtics made the right move by standing pat at the NBA trade deadline and what the Cavaliers roster overhaul means for Boston. Then, Joe Sullivan joins to offer his thoughts on a "desperate" Cleveland team and an under-the-radar name for Danny Ainge to consider. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Shaughnessy and Gasper discuss the ramifications of Josh McDaniels backing out of the Colts job to remain with the Patriots. Then, they talk about who's to blame for so many MLB players remaining unsigned less than a week before spring training. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

We discuss Josh McDaniels returning to the Patriots after all and the Celtics rumors ahead of Thursday’s NBA trade deadline. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Globe sportswriters discuss the mystery surrounding Patriots cornerback Malcolm Butler and the many changes facing the Patriots this offseason. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

What went wrong? The Patriots and their fans are asking that question after the Pats lost the Super Bowl to the Eagles, 41-33 in a sometimes messy affair. Season Ticket's Chris Gasper and Ben Volin break it down. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Medford's own Maria Menounos joins Chris Gasper for a Super Bowl Sunday edition of "Season Ticket." Menounos admits to happily "cheering in the press box" for the Patriots, a traditional journalism no-no. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Three current and former NFL players give their opinion on who has the best chance in Super Bowl LII on today's "Extra Ticket" edition of Season Ticket with Chris Gasper. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

"The Two Bills" episode of the ESPN documentary series "30 For 30" features current and former Patriots coaches Bill Belichick and Bill Parcells. Director Ken Rodgers talks about what it was like to sit in the room with these two contentious legends. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

The NFL Network's Kim Jones and Jacob Frey, Mayor of Minneapolis, join us on Season Ticket as we continue our week of Patriots coverage from the site of Super Bowl LII. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Rob Gronkowski says he wants to play in the Super Bowl. But it's not official yet. Also on today's Season Ticket, Chris Gasper talks with NBC Sports NFL Analyst (and former Patriots safety) Rodney Harrison and the Globe's Dan Shaughnessy. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Tom Brady says the WEEI personality who insulted his daughter shouldn't be fired. That, plus the commotion that was the Patriots' introduction to the media, on today's Season Ticket with Chris Gasper and guest Nora Princiotti. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

We're on to Minneapolis! Season Ticket is on Radio Row for the Super Bowl all week. Today, Dan Shaughnessy joins Chris Gasper to talk Patriots/Eagles and how Tom Brady has thrown a penalty flag on a Boston radio station. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Philadelphia Eagles reporter Zach Berman discusses how the team will match up with the Patriots in Super Bowl LII. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Gasper sits down with Yankees General Manager Brian Cashman to talk about his team's offseason and the rejuvenated Sox-Yankees rivalry. Then, Sox reporter Pete Abraham gives his thoughts on the new Baseball Hall of Fame class. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Gasper and Shaughnessy talk about the Celtics' four-game losing streak and chaos in Cleveland. Then, they switch gears to debate whether losing this Super Bowl would be the worst Super Bowl loss in Patriots history and discuss Philadelphia's embittered fanbase. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

We discuss Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski's head injury. Was the hit that knocked him out of Sunday's AFC Championship game dirty? Is it possible to legislate those types of hits out of football? Will he be available for the Super Bowl? Then, why New Jersey Devils center Brian Boyle's return to the TD Garden will be so meaningful for him and his family. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Gasper and Volin react to a wild AFC Championship win over the Jaguars, discuss lingering injuries for Brady and Gronk, and break down the Super Bowl matchup with the Eagles. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Gasper sits down with Red Sox All-Star center fielder, Jackie Bradley Jr., for an exclusive interview. Bradley Jr. talks about hearing his name in trade rumors, what he's been working on improving this offseason, and his reaction to the rival Yankees' big offseason. He also details how he became one of the league's best fielders and the hardest catch he's ever made. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Gasper goes behind enemy lines and talks to Jaguars reporter Gene Frenette ahead of the AFC Championship game. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Sports Illustrated's Peter King joins to preview the AFC and NFC championship games, discuss the reported turmoil within the Patriots organization, and take a look at the many Bill Belichick understudies involved in this year's coaching carousel. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Chad Finn and Dan Shaughnessy discuss why this year's Patriots have the easiest path to the Super Bowl in the Brady-Belichick era, and the Red Sox' stagnant offseason. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Chris Gasper and Ben Volin break down the upcoming AFC and NFC Championship matchups, with an eye on the New England Patriots' path to the Super Bowl. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Bob Socci, the voice of the New England Patriots, joins Chris Gasper on Season Ticket to discuss the AFC divisional-round matchup against the Tennessee Titans. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Gasper welcomes Titans reporter Joe Rexrode to defend his controversial column calling the Patriots "confirmed cheaters." Then, they discuss whether the Titans can outperform expectations against the Patriots and whether Josh McDaniels will be the next head coach of the Titans. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Chris Gasper talks to Lesley Visser, the most highly acclaimed female sportscaster of all time. Visser's the first and only woman in the Pro Football Hall of Fame; the only female sportscaster to have carried the Olympic Torch; the only woman to have presented the championship Lombardi Trophy at the Super Bowl; and the first woman on the network broadcasts of the Final Four, Super Bowl, and NBA finals. In this conversation, Visser discusses getting her start during the glory days of the Boston Globe, facing sexism early in her career, and her international experience, covering everything from the fall of the Berlin Wall to Yao Ming. She also sheds light on the time she got Patriots coach Bill Belichick to open up. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Bob Ryan and Dan Shaughnessy have a spirited debate about their recently submitted 2018 Baseball Hall Of Fame ballots. They dive into the controversy, including players on the bubble, the real reason Curt Schilling can't get in, and what to do about those suspected of steroid use. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Joe Sullivan and Ben Volin survey the NFL playoff scene on the heels of Wild Card Weekend and evaluate the Patriots' upcoming opponent, The Tennessee Titans. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Gasper and Volin dig into a juicy story from ESPN's Seth Wickersham that details a growing rift among the three key members of the Patriots dynasty: Tom Brady, Robert Kraft, and Bill Belichick. They discuss Kraft siding with Brady over Belichick in the Garoppolo trade, Alex Guerrero's role in planting the seeds of discontent, and whether this will be Belichick's last year as Patriots coach. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Chris Gasper and NBA reporter Gary Washburn break down the Celtics' surprisingly easy 102-88 victory over the Cavaliers, including dominant play from the C's bench unit. They also get into Isaiah Thomas' conciliatory return to the Garden and debate what he means to the Celtics franchise. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Gasper and Shaughnessy discuss Isaiah Thomas’ place in Celtics history and what reaction he'll get ahead of his first return to the Garden as a member of the Cavaliers. Then, they lament the mediocre AFC playoff field and react to a quiet Red Sox offseason. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Joe Sullivan and Ben Volin discuss the NFL coaching landscape in the aftermath of "Black Monday," including where Patriots coordinators Matt Patricia and Josh McDaniels might end up next season. Then, they look ahead to the playoffs and make predictions for Wild Card Weekend and the Patriots' next opponent. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Chris Gasper and Tara Sullivan break down the Patriots' final regular season game and look at the playoff picture around the NFL. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Chris Gasper and NFL reporter Ben Volin dive into the major Patriots storylines ahead of their last regular season game against the Jets. They debate the merit of signing recently released Steelers legend James Harrison, the value Malcolm Mitchell provides if he's able to return for the final stretch of the season, and the need for instant replay reform. Volin also reports on what the film says about Brady's recent woes. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Fantasy football writer Ed Ryan and sports editor Scott Thurston debate the biggest surprises and busts of an injury-riddled 2017 fantasy season. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

We break down the Pats win over the Bills, including Brady's concerning interception streak, another controversial call, and Gronk for MVP? Then, the Celtics (minus Jayson Tatum) flopped on Christmas day and are just 9-8 since their big win streak ended. What's going on? Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Globe Film Critic Ty Burr and Sports Editor Joe Sullivan debate the best and worst sports films of all time. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Buffalo Bills reporter Vic Carucci joins Chris Gasper to preview the upcoming Pats-Bills game. They discuss cornerback Tre'Davious White's recent change of tone about the Gronk incident, the likelihood of retaliation from Bills players, and Carucci's personal connection to Gronkowski. Then, they break down the game's playoff implications, how the Bills might slow down the Patriots, and former Patriot star Ty Law's Hall of Fame candidacy. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Dan Shaughnessy and Chris Gasper discuss Bill Belichick's decision to curb the privileges of Tom Brady's personal guru, Alex Guerrero. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Bruins President Cam Neely talks about the Bruins’ young team and what moves they can still make to become more competitive. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Red Sox reporter Pete Abraham on how re-signing first baseman Mitch Moreland impacts other moves the Sox might make this offseason. Topics include Hanley Ramirez's fate in Boston, Manny Machado trade possibilities, and the staring contest between Dave Dombrowski and agent Scott Boras, who represents free agent slugger J.D. Martinez. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Analysis of the epic battle between the Patriots and Steelers that ended in a controversial overturned touchdown and a game-winning interception. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Bill Cowher, NFL analyst and former Steelers coach, discusses the upcoming Patriots-Steelers showdown, reasons for each team's sustained success, and the evolution of quarterbacks Roethlisberger and Brady. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

Globe Spotlight reporter Adrian Walker joins to discuss racism in Boston sports, including whether Boston deserves its racist reputation and how sports talk radio perpetuates that reputation. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts

"Hoops" and "Handles," two members of the famed Harlem Globetrotters, join to chat about performing in front of the Pope, stealing tricks from Kyrie Irving, and their well-known theme song. Boston area listeners, join the Endless Thread team on July 25 for a behind-the-scenes look at our five-part series, "Infectious: The Strange Past and Surprising Present of Vaccines – And Anti-Vaxxers." Event info: https://wbur.fm/2XXJIts