WBCA Podcasts

Words On Film

Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "Splitsville", "Light of the World", "It's Never Over, Jeff Buckley", and "The Bad Guys 2". Mr. Burke also gives a spoken word preview of movies subject to being released into theaters on September 12th, 2025.

Never Give Up "Where Giving Up Is Not An Option"

Cassandra Desrosiers, founder of Desro Digital, joins our host Rochelle Jones to share her experience of oceanic reawakening to God's calling, faith and commitment to higher purpose through baptism. A discussion of dreams and vision coming to fruition. Inner voices and urges bring many to question strength and resolve in their mission and Cassandra welcomes listeners to aids she has found in her quest for answers along the journey. Faith and the entrepreneur spirit match to meet in conversation in this week's episode of Never Give Up with Rochelle Jones.

City Talk with Ken Meyer (Chuck Knapp)

Host Ken Meyer interviews long-time radio veteran Chuck Knapp about his days at WRKO, how he first became hooked on radio & got started in the Boston radio business, the Bill Drake format, stories of Arnie Ginsburg & other legendary DJ's from the heyday of Boston radio, leaving WRKO for WIXY Cleveland, his time at WQXI Atlanta & WLS Chicago, comparing radio now & then, & much more! www.chuckknapp.com

Boston Neighborhood Network News

Allston "Christmas", Blessed Sacrament Church transitioning into Residential Units in Jamaica Plain, New Edition honored by Boston at renaming of Dearborn St. to New Edition Way and declaration of New Edition Day, Mother Caroline Academy 1st day of school Annual Clap-In, remembering Lens Joseph who passed tragically in a school bus accident & how Boston is ensuring this never happens again.

The Other Page Radio

Host Haywood Fennell invites us to another episode of The Other Page Radio, a show where everyone gets the opportunity to hear about our veterans and how their service to the country is an inexhaustible resource to communities everywhere. Haywood reminds us that veterans need our help and shares some of the many ways veterans continue to help us. Compassionate reminders abound as mental and physical health topics are discussed, current local events are experienced through active participation and the arts are appreciated through local veterans' efforts with a little help from the community. The Other Page Radio reads like a book hard to let go while recognizing a nation begins to lose its identity without its veterans.

Cooking In The Dark

Join Dale and Cheryl for some quick, easy, and oh-so-good potato cakes.

Talk Of The Neighborhoods

Host Joe Heisler & guests District 8 City Councilor Sharon Durkan & 5th Suffolk District State Rep. Chris Worrell!

Life Matters

Host Brendan O'Connell is joined by Father Shenan J. Boquet, a priest of the Houma-Thibodaux Roman Catholic Diocese and president of Human Life International, this week to discuss global birthrates and explore their opinions on these. Father Boquet shares his observations on the impacts abortions, contraceptives and sterilization have on global birthrates and their use towards population control, the deterioration of family values, the stunting of cultural development, telemedicine and its role in contraception, marriage and its diminishing role in society, the elimination of USAID funds, among other topics. Life matters and the gentlemen wish to offer future hope unto a world losing its sense of faith.

Boston Neighborhood Network News

Union Workers & Advocates for Workers' Rights march through Boston on Labor Day in support of Workers over Billionaires, BPS Students receive scholarships to BU from the Menino Program or Community Service Award Program, interview with lawyer and author Crystal Boateng & her daughter Whitney about the importance of the stories in her books and her trip to Ghana.

Observations From The Trenches

Host Larry Higginbottom discusses how boycotts, sit-ins, and other protests do not help African Americans gain control or ownership of the companies, platforms, and structures that are being protested. Larry also talks about how music and sports are not a reliable way to build wealth.

Discovering The Law

Discovering The Law, with host and attorney Lucy Rivera, welcomes President of the Boston Bar Association Matthew McTygue to inform us of diverse law resources available to our greater community. The Boston Bar Association (BBA) is a volunteer-based nonprofit organization with over 15,000 professional members and 140 institutional partners serving Boston through their mission to advance the highest standards of practice in the legal profession and facilitate access to justice, all while fostering a diverse and inclusive professional community. Matthew introduces the four pillars of the association and how they intend to create amore accessible platform for law practices and advocate for civilians through values of excellence, service, justice and diversity. Members of the BBA are provided tools and resources such as continuing education, professional development, network and mentoring opportunities, policy updates, job fairs, a quarterly journal, among others, to better serve the people in the various practices of law. Matthew's current focus on increasing engagement has led to events and programs with the intent to connect professionals in law to the community while advancing access to justice and representation. Our host Lucy Rivera welcomes you to discover ways in which justice and the law can become more accessible.

Words On Film

Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "The Roses", "Caught Stealing", "Eden", and "The Thursday Murder Club". Mr. Burke also runs down the movies subject to being released into theaters on September 5th, 2025.

Boston Neighborhood Network News

We Make Noise Fest 2025 celebrates women and gender expansive artists at Downtown Crossing with music, art and purpose. The Boston Design Academy holds its prototype showcase, where students present STEAM projects that blend design, technology, and community impact. Hear an interview with Boston Education Fund executive director Pamela Leins about how BEDF provides a bridge between schools and philanthropists to identify ways to best uplift students.

The Village

Host Willie P, Get out, Get movin', and Going. Uphold Joy with the Lord, Keep Ya Head Up, and Spend some time with those you love.

Talk Of The Neighborhoods

Tonight on Talk of the Neighborhoods, Joe Heisler speaks to Mayor Michelle Wu and Darnell Williams, former executive director of the Urban League of Eastern MA. Mayor Wu discusses her tenure and track record as mayor, policies on drug use, immigration, and White Stadium, as well as the upcoming mayoral election. Darnell Williams discusses his recognition by the National Urban League as part of the Quarter Century Club for his dedicated service to the civil rights movement. He also places the current moment of discrimination and attacks on DEI polices in a historical context.

The Fundraising & Fun Raising Podcast

Host Robert Moran shares what you need to know to form a nonprofit, from determining your goals to creating a fundraising plan. Also discussed: fiscal sponsorship, using AI to assist in your application to the state, and more!

Cooking In The Dark

Join Dale and Cheryl for a giant cupcake and some delicious chicken noodle soup!

Life Matters

This week's show has Lynda Bell, President of Florida Right To Life and Chairman of the NRLC Board, join host Brendan O'Connell to discuss the state of abortion laws in the state of Florida. Lynda shares how the efforts of the Do No Harm Florida coalition in Florida, which included Florida Right To Life and Too Extreme For Florida, brought about the defeat of Amendment Four to the Florida Constitution-- the Amendment to Limit Government Interference with Abortion. The Heartbeat Bill and its effective reduction of abortions in Florida is recognized as a step in the right direction for those passionate about the pro-life movement and the impact Florida makes on the national scene through legislation.

Boston Neighborhood Network News

Boston celebrates the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps. Hundreds gather at Boston City Hall Plaza to celebrate Ukraine's independence and culture at the 34th Annual Ukrainian Festival while showing solidarity with the nation, still at war. Plus, an interview with Dr. Imari Paris Jeffries on the upcoming Embrace Massó "¡Con Salsa!” International Music Festival, celebrating Jose Massó III, the longtime host of WBUR’s “¡Con Salsa!,” a bilingual Afro-Latin music program now in its 50th year. Learn about the festival, coming up on September 13th at Boston Common!

Observations From The Trenches

Larry Higginbottom discusses his issues with sanctuary cities and immigration policies, arguing that they do not benefit Black Americans. Larry also talks about the importance of developing high-income skills.