WBCA Podcasts

Bostonian Rap

Host Rachel Miselman speaks about the need for candidates for office to be well-informed and well-intentioned. She shares her view that the quality of life in Boston is sub-par. In particular, Rachel discusses the cost of living. Also discussed: Boston City Councillor Tania Fernandes Anderson and MA State Representative Chris Flanagan.

Observations From The Trenches

Larry Higginbottom discusses how money by itself is not power, younger generations have less power to effect laws & policies, using money more for consumption than power, pursuing consumption displayed by pop culture, growing up wealthy vs. growing up poor & becoming wealthy & uneducated about wealth, & more.

Black Teachers Matter

Sharon Hinton invites Heather Cook to the show to discuss the multiple organizations she works for, her background advocating for Tent City & developing it into a non-profit, gentrification hidden under the guise of urban renewal, opinions on the current political landscape, being a woman leader and activist, history of slavery and racism in America, reparations for slavery, & much more.

Observation Room Boston: 26.TRUE

Join us for an interview with Aliese Lash and Sharon Lee, captains and race directors for 26.TRUE. Organized by PIONEERS Run Crew, 26.TRUE is an alternate Boston marathon designed to amplify and celebrate the neighborhoods that make up the city but can be overlooked during the Boston Marathon. Learn about how this marathon, and its route entirely within Boston city limits, offers an alternate and more inclusive perspective of running. For more information: pioneersrc.com

Words On Film

Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "Warfare", "The Friend", "Hell of a Summer", and "The Sonic Ranger". Mr. Burke also runs down the movies subject to being released into theaters and/or on streaming for the week of April 14th - 18th, 2025.

Urban Empowerment Today

After a 4 year Hiatus we return to empower not only the youth but bring knowledge which is power to those fighting in our city, state, and nation. On this episode we talk about organizations and places where you can empower yourself with African American History, Tax reform information, and important media that spells out the erasure going on before our very eyes.

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

Host Rochelle Jones shares inspiring messages from the Bible. She discusses avoiding worldly distractions, staying focused on God's plan, and overcoming your doubts and seemingly impossible situations through God.

City Talk with Ken Meyer (Jerry Trupiano)

Ken Meyer interviews Jerry Trupiano!

Voices Of Madison Park Podcast

From the streets of Fogo to the studios of Madison Park — meet Rui César Pina: music producer, mentor, and proud MP alum. 🎶

In this inspiring episode, Rui shares how a simple drum sparked a lifelong journey through rhythm, resilience, and community. Hear how music transformed his life—and how he’s now using it to uplift others right here at Madison Park.

Cooking In The Dark

Join Dale, Cheryl, and their special guest Christina Brino as Christina makes a delicious microwave quiche and some microwave brownies.

Talk Of The Neighborhoods

This week on Talk of the Neighborhoods, MBTA General Manager Phil Eng joins us to talk about how he got the trains to run on time and other pressing issues facing the transit agency. Then, on the second half, sibling political activists David and Kristin Halbert join us to talk about the Trump-inspired forces roiling and motivating the progressive movement.

Life Matters

Brendan O'Connell interviews Dr. Elizabeth Rex about what should be done with orphaned frozen embryos, her books, FAQs about embryo adoption with magisterial answers, & more.  

Boston Neighborhood Network News

Mayor Michelle Wu, Jennifer Epstein of Boston Legacy FC, and other representatives celebrate the City of Boston's legal victory as they move forward with plans to rebuild Franklin Park's White Stadium. Friends and families share memories on Boston Red Sox Opening Day 2025. Plus, an interview with Allyce Najimy, Founding Executive Director and CEO, Foundation to Be Named Later. She discusses the foundation's work, including the Peter Gammons College Scholars program for students from low-income backgrounds. Learn about the upcoming Hot Stove, Cool Music festival. Now in its 25th year, it celebrates baseball, music, and giving back. For more information: ftbnl.org

Bostonian Rap

Host Rachel Miselman discusses the state of Boston and Massachusetts politics, including the upcoming races for mayor of Boston and governor of the Commonwealth. Rachel shares her opinion that progressivism, in its current form, is a scam, as well as and how social phenomena feed into politics. Also discussed: the state of bike lanes and housing in Boston.

Observations From The Trenches

Politicians + Policies = Poverty. Larry Higginbottom expresses how politics is not a solution, quality of life depends on skill sets, welfare programs keep people poor, rights movements don't serve ADOS, & more.

Words On Film

Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "A Minecraft Movie", "The Ballad of Wallis Island", "Death of a Unicorn", "The Woman in the Yard", and "Kinda Pregnant". Mr. Burke also gives a spoken word preview of movies subject to being released into theaters for the week of April 6th - 11th, 2025.

Urban Empowerment Today

Deborah and Linda discuss their issues with Trump administration policies, including a potential repeal of the Affordable Care Act. Learn how you can get involved in ensuring the continuation of Social Security, Medicare, and more. This episode is dedicated to Massasoit Professor Bob Bowers, who recently passed away.

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

Host Rochelle Jones questions why some people may think christianity is hard, uses scripture to discuss the struggle between spirit & the flesh, letting go of that which is not godly, not relying on the flesh, standing firm in one's faith, spending time on one's relationship with Christ, challenges of Christianity, & more.

The Mindful Aging Show

Host Sebra Barcuis continues her interview with guest Patricia Odom about becoming the 1st black female recruiter for the MA national guard & the 2nd black flight attendant for an airline, challenges being hired as a black flight attendant, the timeline of her accomplishments, her experience as a teacher in the Boston Public School system, her experiences being a business owner & artist, & more!

City Talk with Ken Meyer (Mark Rosenthal)

Ken Meyer interviews guest Mark Rosenthal!