WBCA Podcasts

Discovering The Law

Boston Juvenile Court Judge David Griffin explains the inner workings of Juvenile Court, its staff and how it services juveniles and families each day!

Words On Film

Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "The Naked Gun" (2025), "The Fantastic Four: First Steps", "Happy Gilmore 2", "Oh, Hi!", and "Together". Mr. Burke also runs down the movies subject to being released into theaters for the week of August 4th - 8th, 2025.

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

Rochelle Jones is here to share with us that we are not alone. Times can make folks feel weary and tired, battered nearly broken, and our host's connection with a higher power concerns itself with uplifting those that need the coach in their corner. The belief is there: that you can get up, stay motivated, find those to surround you with positivity, that seeds prosper into new life. The ability to move forward is within your power and taking account of today with confidence is what it takes if you will it so with the testimony of your survival story of any challenges you face. Everyone loves a comeback story and miracles in life require the courage to see that your story is not over yet. Find the grace to turn the page and move on to the next chapter, where giving up is not an option, with Rochelle Jones.

City Talk with Ken Meyer (P.K. Norton)

Guest author P.K. Norton 2022!

City Talk with Ken Meyer (P.K. Norton)

Guest author P.K. Norton!

Boston Neighborhood Network News

The Mayoral Forum on Arts & Culture offers a glimpse into candidates' perspectives on the future of arts and culture in Boston. Learn the proposed policies from Mayor Michelle Wu, Josh Kraft, and Domingos Darosa. "Live Long And Well,", Boston's population health equity agenda, continues its mission to improve health outcomes for all Bostonians. Hear an interview with Danny Guadagnoli of the Fallon Company, a community-centered real estate group that collaborates with local non-profits to provide young adults with training in real estate and entrepreneurship. Learn about the company's partnership with Street2Ivy, a non-profit that connects and nurtures future leaders.

The Other Page Radio

Host Haywood Fennell Shares his view of veterans being a under used and overlooked community resource. As well as the erasure of African American veterans in history.

Cooking In The Dark

Join Dale and Cheryl for Dale's delicious crockpot apple sausage mushroom stuffing!

Ep.#320 PSA Free!

Talk Of The Neighborhoods

Host Mary Tamer! Guests Greg Maynard (Founder & Exec. Dir., Boston Policy Institute, Inc.) & Annissa Essaibi George (former City Councilor & Owner, Stitch House).

Life Matters

Brendan O'Connell, host of Life Matters, tackles the ponderous task of addressing safety issues with "chemically-induced" abortions. Brendan shares his insights on attending the 54th annual National Right To Life Conference in Overland Park, Kansas. Statistics on the use of mifepristone and misoprostol, FDA-regulated medications utilized by health care providers under the Mifepristone REMS program, are explored as women across the nation take measures throughout various states to access health options for terminating pregnancies and encounter complications through the use of these medications. Different laws and the way they carry conflicts across state borders as women try to navigate options for their wellbeing are illustrated in examples of cases where medical care has been inadequate or mishandled and led to scrutiny by the healthcare and judicial system. Safeguards, legislation and increased reporting efforts are suggested as necessary actions to ensure the protections of at-risk newborns and expecting mothers in the nation.

Boston Neighborhood Network News

oston's Annual Puerto Rican Festival in Franklin Part brings together Boricuas and fellow Bostonians in a celebration of culture and music. Artists from across the world gather for the International Sand Sculpting Festival at Revere Beach. Hear an interview with Emily Schario, head of content at the B-Side, a weekday newsletter for young Bostonians to stay in tune with Boston happenings, and learn about the upcoming Best Day Ever festival.

Bostonian Rap

Host Rachel Miselman talks about the viral "Coldplay Affair" between former Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and Kristin Cabot focusing on the surrounding effects of blatant cheating, as well as a secondary focus of feminism and women in politics in Massachusetts. Join in and share your opinion.

Observations From The Trenches

Larry Higginbottom discusses the importance of essential high income skills, how ADOS political & social capital has been squandered, how civil rights laws & affirmative action came to benefit more than just ADOS whom it was originally intended for, politics failing ADOS, the Democratic party promoting an impoverished lifestyle of welfare programs, & more.

Black Teachers Matter

Host Sharon Hinton speaks to fellow BNN producer Nellie Mae Live. She shares how she got interested and involved in media production and the people that inspire her. Sharon recounts her chance meeting with James Earl Jones. Sharon and Nellie discuss interviewing techniques.

Urban Empowerment Today

Helen Credle joins Deborah and Linda once more, this time to discuss Malcolm X following his hundredth birthday. Helen shares her experiences meeting Malcolm X, and how they bonded over their relationships with Melnea Cass. Hear a personal perspective of the civil rights leader.

WBCA Presents: Missterious Glow

Local musician, producer, and rapper Missterious Glow visits the studio for a live performance and interview. Learn the meaning behind her artist name, get insight into her songwriting process, and hear how music has helped her express her true self.

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

Rochelle Jones talks to people who almost made it to the finish line and then stumbled, who lost it all before the win, and offers words of encouragement for moving forward. Get up, and try again!

City Talk with Ken Meyer (Upton Bell 2023)

Upton Bell 2023 interview. Upton's feedback on the current state of Boston sports!

Check out the Upton Bell Collection http://scua.library.umass.edu/upton-bell-collection/ 

City Talk with Ken Meyer (Upton Bell)

Guest Upton Bell!

Boston Neighborhood Network News

Healthcare Workers Union 1199 SEIU pickets at Upham's Corner Health Center to protest the poor working conditions of home healthcare workers. The Gardens of Egleston project celebrates community gardens in Boston's Egleston Square. Plus, an interview with Kim Todd, president of Dress For Success Boston, a non-profit that empowers job seekers to look and feel their best.