Parhaat WPR Podcastit (2024)

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11/27/2024: Discriminatory housing practices, food insecurity in RI 23:02

3d ago23:02

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Roger Williams University School of Law Professors Nicole Dyszlewski and Natasha Varyani discuss their research into racial covenants and redlining, and how the practices permanently shaped neighborhoods across the Northeast. Then R.I. Community Food Bank CEO Andrew Schiff discusses the latest "Hunger in Rhode Island Status Report" report that show…

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Dissonance 50:38

5d ago50:38

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Today, we’re talking Dissonance – but no, we won’t be sharing tips on how to navigate political conversations with difficult people. Instead, we’re talking about dissonance in music and in our inner worlds, to help us all remember how dissonance can sometimes be a great thing. First, Brianna Dai asks composers about how dissonant sounds can add emo…

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11/22/2024: Mayor Smiley 23:07

8d ago23:07

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This week on Newsmakers: Providence Mayor Brett Smiley discusses the city's $15 million settlement with the state over school funding, a looming tax hike, the city's financial stability, the slow rollout of pallet shelters in the city, Gina Raimondo's future and more.Kirjoittanut Lee Dooley

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11/15/2024: US Sen. Jack Reed 23:01

15d ago23:01

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This week on Newsmakers: U.S. Sen. Jack Reed discusses President-elect Trump's initial cabinet appointments, his concerns about the military under the new administration, Democrats' election loss, his 2026 reelection campaign and more.Kirjoittanut Lee Dooley

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11/11 15:46

19d ago15:46

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On 11/11, The Pidgin has stories about superstitions, wishes and symmetry. Something about the date being a palindrome, the same read forwards or backwards (or upside down), makes it feel like anything can happen. Lucy McWeeny and Cynthia Torres revisit middle school crushes and angel numbers. Then, Izzy Jacobson looks at how random alignments can …

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11/8/2024: Post-election roundtable 22:59

22d ago22:59

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This week on Newsmakers: Tim White and Ted Nesi are joined by 12 News political analyst Joe Fleming and political strategist Cara Cromwell to break down Donald Trump's victory on Tuesday as well as his gains locally, the results for Congress, and what happens next.Kirjoittanut Lee Dooley

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10/31/2024: Senator Ruggerio; political roundtable 23:13

1M ago23:13

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This week on Newsmakers: Senate President Dominick Ruggerio sits down with 12 News politics editor Ted Nesi to discuss his health, his political future and shaking up his leadership team; then, 12 News political analyst Joe Fleming and Boston Globe reporter Steph Machado join Tim White to break down the news of the week and look ahead to Election D…

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Sound Waves 37:17

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WPRB News and Culture: The Pidgin sends out sound waves about sound waves this week. Sena Chang and Brianna Dai learn how wind ensembles are created, and listen in on one. Next, Sophie Leheny discusses the benefits of talking to herself. And finally, Teo Grosu hears about asteroseismology, the study of the sounds stars make in outer space. Hosted a…

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Campaign 2024 Debate: Cranston Mayor 27:52

1M ago27:52

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This week on a special edition of Newsmakers: a debate between the two candidates running for Cranston mayor, Republican incumbent Ken Hopkins and Democratic challenger Robert Ferri.Kirjoittanut Lee Dooley

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Campaign 2024 Debate: Rhode Island US Senate 27:55

1M ago27:55

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This week on a special edition of Newsmakers: a debate between the two candidates running for Rhode Island's U.S. Senate seat, Democratic incumbent Sheldon Whitehouse and Republican challenger Patricia Morgan. It is the only scheduled debate in this year's Senate race.Kirjoittanut Lee Dooley

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Building 15:44

2M ago15:44

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WPRB News and Culture: The Pidgin dives into a local building controversy this week. Natalia Maidique goes on a tour of Princeton's historic Jugtown neighborhood and learns about the affordable housing development proposal at 344 Nassau Street. Hosted and produced by Natalia Maidique. Reported, recorded, and produced by Natalia Maidique. All music …

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Campaign 2024 Debate: Woonsocket Mayor 27:56

2M ago27:56

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This week on a special edition of Newsmakers: a debate between the two candidates running for Woonsocket mayor, incumbent Christopher Beauchamp and challenger John Ward.Kirjoittanut Lee Dooley

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10/4/2024: Mayor Grebien; Jonathan Martin 23:10

2M ago23:10

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This week on Newsmakers: Pawtucket Mayor Don Grebien discusses Hasbro's potential relocation, the controversy around state Sen. Sandra Cano's resignation, the Tidewater Landing project and more; then, Politico senior political columnist Jonathan Martin talks one-on-one with Ted Nesi about the state of the presidential race.…

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Rejection 40:14

2M ago40:14

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WPRB News and Culture: The Pidgin grapples with rejection this week. Lucy McWeeny and Annie Wang some local canvassers about the many, many, many times a day they are ignored and sent away. Next, Sena Chang and Brianna Dai learn how artists handle rejection, when their work is both an extension of themselves and how they make a living. And finally,…

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9/27/2024: RI union leaders; McKee 22:59

2M ago22:59

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This week on Newsmakers: Patrick Crowley, incoming president of the Rhode Island AFL-CIO, and Michael McDonald, new president of AFSCME Council 94, discuss the future of organized labor in Rhode Island; then, 12 News anchor Kim Kalunian interviews Gov. Dan McKee.Kirjoittanut Lee Dooley

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9/20/2024: Mayor DaSilva; new poll 23:03

2M ago23:03

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This week on Newsmakers: East Providence Mayor Bob DaSilva discusses the Washington Bridge crisis, his relationship with the City Council, the future of Crescent Park and the Henderson Bridge, and whether he's running again in 2026; then, Tim White and Ted Nesi break down the results of a new UNH survey of Rhode Island voters and the latest news ab…

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Patience 29:22

3M ago29:22

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WPRB News and Culture has been patiently waiting for this season's first episode. Navani Rachumallu talks to ecological researchers, whose work depends on observing an animal that may or may not show up, and hears how they deal with that time in between. Natalia Maidique finds out about the hidden guild of people making lace all around us, and how …

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9/13/2024: Political roundtable 23:01

3M ago23:01

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This week on Newsmakers: Tim White and Ted Nesi are joined by 12 News political analyst Joe Fleming and Boston Globe reporter Steph Machado for a recap of Rhode Island's statewide primary and a look ahead to the November election.Kirjoittanut Lee Dooley

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9/6/2024: RI Education Commissioner Infante-Green 22:57

3M ago22:57

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This week on Newsmakers: R.I. Education Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green discusses the start of the new school year, the future of the Providence takeover, post-pandemic student challenges, teacher morale, her own future and more.Kirjoittanut Lee Dooley

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Campaign 2024 Debate: Cranston Mayor GOP Primary 27:57

3M ago27:57

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This week on a special edition of Newsmakers: a debate between the two candidates seeking Cranston's Republican nomination for mayor, incumbent Ken Hopkins and challenger Barbara Ann Fenton-Fung. The winner of the Sept. 10 primary will be the GOP nominee in November against Democrat Robert Ferri.Kirjoittanut Lee Dooley

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8/23/2024: Political roundtable 22:48

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This week on Newsmakers: Ted Nesi hosts a political roundtable on the Democratic National Convention and the fall campaign featuring Boston Globe columnist Dan McGowan, political strategist Cara Cromwell and 12 News political analyst Joe Fleming.Kirjoittanut Lee Dooley

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Campaign 2024 Debate: RI US Senate GOP Primary 27:53

4M ago27:53

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This week on a special edition of Newsmakers: a debate between the two candidates seeking Rhode Island's Republican nomination for U.S. Senate, Patricia Morgan and Ray McKay. The winner will be the GOP nominee in November for the seat currently held by Democrat Sheldon Whitehouse.Kirjoittanut Lee Dooley

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8/9/2024: AG Neronha 22:58

4M ago22:58

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This week on Newsmakers: Attorney General Peter Neronha discusses potential litigation over the Washington Bridge, the future of health care in Rhode Island, the Woonsocket land deal scandal, public records, his political future and more.Kirjoittanut Lee Dooley

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6/28/2024: Political roundtable 23:06

5M ago23:06

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This week on Newsmakers: Tim White and Ted Nesi are joined by 12 News political analyst Joe Fleming and political strategist Cara Cromwell to examine what Joe Biden's widely criticized debate performance means for the presidential race and break down the new poll of Rhode Island voters by Salve's Pell Center.…

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Exploring the Artistic Significance of the Impressionist Movement by Adam Scull 5:19

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6/21/2024: Speaker Shekarchi 22:53

5M ago22:53

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This week on Newsmakers: House Speaker Joe Shekarchi, D-Warwick, discusses the end of the legislative session, a last-minute deal to keep Citizens Bank in Rhode Island, accessory dwelling units, public records, the next election and more.Kirjoittanut Lee Dooley

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Personal Essay - Juneteenth 2024 4:33

5M ago4:33

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Book Review: Justice Served 3:57

6M ago3:57

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Endless Summer: Tampa’s 2024 Scorching Heat Wave by Adam Scull 4:48

6M ago4:48

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Blowin' in the Wind: The Story of Folk Music's Peak and Fade By Adam Scull 6:34

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Unveiling the Controversial Legacy of Bernhard Goetz, the Subway Vigilante by Adam Scull 11:18

6M ago11:18

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6/14/2024: Sen. DiPalma; reporters roundtable 22:52

6M ago22:52

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This week on Newsmakers: Senate Finance Committee Chairman Lou DiPalma, D-Middletown, discusses the end of this year's legislative session, the new state budget, public records and more; then, Tim White and Ted Nesi are joined by Ian Donnis of The Public's Radio and Nancy Lavin of Rhode Island Current to break down what passed and what didn't as th…

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The Rise of Abstract Expressionism and Pop Art by Adam Scull 9:05

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A Personal Essay on Norman Mailer’s first novel, ’The Naked and the Dead’ by Adam Scull 4:40

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Beyond the Baton: The Conductor as the Heartbeat of the Orchestra by Adam Scull 7:21

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The Casual Observer: Interview with a Cave Man (Vol.1) by Rob DeMarco 3:32

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The History of New York City’s Flatiron Building by Adam Scull 8:04

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Florida's Declining Popularity 5:35

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6/7/2024: Reporters roundtable; D-Day 22:59

6M ago22:59

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This week on Newsmakers: Tim White and Ted Nesi are joined by The Boston Globe's Steph Machado and The Providence Journal's Patrick Anderson for a breakdown of the new state budget bill and what's on the table in the final days of Rhode Island's General Assembly session; then, 99-year-old Woonsocket veteran Richard Fazzio shares his memories of tak…