أفضل بودكاسات WPR (2025)

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Newsmakers 1/24/2025: Sheriff Heroux; Sean Spicer 22:56

5d ago22:56

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This week on Newsmakers: Bristol County Sheriff Paul Heroux discusses President Trump's new policies on immigration, how his agency currently handles the issue, politics and more; then, Kim Kalunian talks one-on-one with former White House press secretary Sean Spicer about what he expects from the new administration.…

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1/17/2025: State of the State roundtable 22:56

12d ago22:56

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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 reporters' roundtable on Gov. Dan McKee's State of the State speech and his newly release $14 billion state budget bill.بقلم Lee Dooley

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Transforming Stress into Strength: Proven Strategies for Thriving in Modern Life by Carrie Spencer 7:44

18d ago7:44

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1/10/2025: Reps. Shekarchi & Blazejewski 22:56

19d ago22:56

22:56

This week on Newsmakers: House Speaker Joe Shekarchi and Majority Leader Chris Blazejewski discuss the new General Assembly session, the budget deficit, housing and homelessness, truck tolls, the Washington Bridge, politics and more.بقلم Lee Dooley

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1/3/2025: Mayor Picozzi; roundtable 23:01

26d ago23:01

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This week on Newsmakers: Warwick Mayor Frank Picozzi discusses his recent reelection victory, the funding crisis in the city schools, new housing construction, the airport and more; then, Target 12's Eli Sherman joins Tim White and Ted Nesi to discuss the cyberattack on a state IT system.بقلم Lee Dooley

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12/27/2024: New Year's roundtable 22:58

1M ago22:58

22:58

This week on Newsmakers: a New Year's reporters roundtable looks back at the top local news of 2024 and ahead to what will make headlines in 2025. Ted Nesi is joined by Dan McGowan, Antonia Noori Farzan and Ian Donnis.بقلم Lee Dooley

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Little Red Dots 59:27

1M ago59:27

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This week, the Pidgin is talking about little red dots. Teo Grosu has a conversation with a researcher at Princeton University about new astrophysical discoveries coming from the James Webb Space Telescope, learning how a few little red dots on a telescope image can actually disrupt our understanding of how old the universe is. Hosted and produced …

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12/20/2024: RI US Attorney Zachary Cunha 22:57

1M ago22:57

22:57

The U.S. Department of Justice announced a sweeping civil case against CVS this week, alleging unlawful prescriptions that fueled opioid crisis. Rhode Island U.S. Attorney Zachary Cunha talks about that case, his future as new presidential administration is poised to take over, and what he expects with a Trump-era DOJ.…

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Build a Brighter Creative Future By Carrie Spencer 6:35

1M ago6:35

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12/13/2024: David Cicilline; AG Neronha 23:08

2M ago23:08

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This week on Newsmakers: Rhode Island Foundation President and CEO David Cicilline discusses the organization's newly released five-year plan, his priorities for 2025, politics and more; plus, Attorney General Peter Neronha talks to Kim Kalunian about the Washington Bridge, his political future and more.…

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Kicking & Screaming 48:25

2M ago48:25

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This week, the Pidgin’s theme is kicking and screaming. Inside of each of us, there’s a little kid who wants to fly into a rampage when things just aren’t going right – so we’re gonna be digging into those times where you just want to put up a fight, give it your all, and lose control. First, Lauren Kim and Ariel Chen set the tone by talking to us …

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12/6/2024: Thomas Hodgson; reporters' roundtable 22:58

2M ago22:58

22:58

This week on Newsmakers: former Bristol County Sheriff Thomas Hodgson, the honorary Massachusetts chairman of President-elect Trump's campaign, discusses the incoming administration's immigration policy and why Trump did so well in Bristol County; plus, Target 12's Eli Sherman and Globe RI's Steph Machado join Tim White and Ted Nesi to discuss the …

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

2M 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

2M 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

2M 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.بقلم Lee Dooley

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

3M 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.بقلم Lee Dooley

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11/11 15:46

3M 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

3M ago22:59

22:59

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.بقلم Lee Dooley

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

3M 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

3M ago37:17

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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

3M 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.بقلم Lee Dooley

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Campaign 2024 Debate: Rhode Island US Senate 27:55

3M 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.بقلم Lee Dooley

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Building 15:44

4M 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

4M 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.بقلم Lee Dooley

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

4M 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

4M 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

4M 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.بقلم Lee Dooley

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

4M 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

5M 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

5M 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.بقلم Lee Dooley

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

5M 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.بقلم Lee Dooley

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Campaign 2024 Debate: Cranston Mayor GOP Primary 27:57

5M 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.بقلم Lee Dooley

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8/23/2024: Political roundtable 22:48

5M ago22:48

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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.بقلم Lee Dooley

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

6M 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.بقلم Lee Dooley

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8/9/2024: AG Neronha 22:58

6M 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.بقلم Lee Dooley

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Golden Years in Community: The Impact on Senior Happiness by Carrie Spencer 6:37

6M ago6:37

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8/2/2024: Congressman Amo 22:57

6M ago22:57

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This week on Newsmakers: Rhode Island Congressman Gabe Amo discusses former President Trump's controversial remarks about Vice President Harris, the new energy among Democrats, the Washington Bridge and more.بقلم Lee Dooley

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7/26/2024: Political roundtable 22:57

6M ago22:57

22:57

This week on Newsmakers: Tim White and Ted Nesi are joined by 12 News political analyst Joe Fleming and political strategist Cara Cromwell to discuss President Biden's decision to step aside and endorse Vice President Kamala Harris, what a race between Harris and former President Trump will look like, and takeaways from the latest poll of Rhode Isl…

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7/21/2024: Instant Analysis - Why Biden quit and what happens next 10:00

6M ago10:00

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President Biden's decision to quit the presidential race, after three weeks of turmoil, makes history and upends the dynamic of the 2024 presidential race. In this podcast extra, Tim White and Ted Nesi examine why Biden made the decision and what happens next.بقلم Lee Dooley

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7/19/2024: Newberry, Frias on the GOP 23:00

6M ago23:00

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This week on Newsmakers: state Rep. Brian Newberry, R-North Smithfield, and former R.I. Republican National Committeeman Steven Frias discuss how the GOP has changed in the Trump era and what it means for local Republicans; then, Tim White and Ted Nesi break down a new survey of Rhode Island voters.بقلم Lee Dooley

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7/12/2024: Rep. Knight, Sen. Rogers; roundtable 24:01

7M ago24:01

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This week on Newsmakers: state Rep. Jason Knight, D-Barrington, and state Sen. Gordon Rogers, R-Foster, discuss the failure of the Washington Bridge bidding process and what should happen next; then, Tim White and Ted Nesi are joined by Target 12's Eli Sherman for a reporters roundtable on the bridge situation.…

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7/3/2024: Newport's Mayor Xay; RIDOT Director Alviti 22:58

7M ago22:58

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This week on Newsmakers: Newport Mayor Xay Khamsyvoravong discusses the summer tourism season, housing and short-term rentals, Easton's Beach, the new Rogers High School and more; then, Kim Kalunian's one-on-one with RIDOT Director Peter Alviti from Tuesday's edition of 12 News at 4.بقلم Lee Dooley

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A Personal Essay. Stepping into the Spotlight: The Story of Broadway's A Chorus Line by Adam Scull 5:52

7M ago5:52

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6/28/2024: Political roundtable 23:06

7M 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

7M ago5:19

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6/21/2024: Speaker Shekarchi 22:53

7M 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.بقلم Lee Dooley