WBCA Podcasts

Boston Neighborhood Network News

BPS Valedictorian honors at Fenway  Park, Teachers from Neighborhood House Charter Schools & Codman Academy rally for 1st union contracts, Harvard St. Neighborhood Health Center's Veteran Outreach Center Boots 2 Technology program helps veterans navigate the digital world, Interview with Greta Hagen of Jane Doe Inc. about how our communities can better support survivors of domestic violence.

Bostonian Rap

Host Rachel Miselman dives into the polarization of politics & politicians, voting based on personality over merit, rewarding & glorifying mediocrity and laziness in politics & society while most others struggle due to the incompetence of those who hold office, the lack of Republican candidates in Boston, the difficulty of obtaining signatures to get on the ballot for municipal elections, & more.

Observations From The Trenches

Larry Higginbottom invites Vitelle Webb to the show to discuss her upcoming one-woman show "9 Lives", helping the world heal from varying types of trauma, being her own cast & crew of diverse characters, the show's current world tour, drawing from her own experiences in writing her book & play, working with Tyler Perry, bringing the church to the people, & more! On the 2nd half Larry discusses how recent ICE news reveals the impact of illegal immigration on black workers.

Words On Film

Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "Karate Kid: Legends", "Hurry Up Tomorrow", "Jane Austen Wrecked My Life (Jane Austen A Gache Ma Vie)", "Caught By the Tide (Feng Liu Yi Dai)", and "Novocaine". Mr. Burke also runs down the list of movies subject to being released into theaters for the week of June 2nd - 6th, 2025.

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

Rochelle Jones discusses what it looks like to be an "on fire" person, how you can maintain your fire, and reminds us to make time for God throughout the day. With readings from Romans and Revelations.

City Talk with Ken Meyer (Mike Wankum)

Ken Meyer interviews Boston Area Meteorologist about his professional experience as a weatherman across the country as well as working as a local weather reporter for WB56 News Boston.

Boston Neighborhood Network News

On Memorial Day, veterans and their families and supporters gathered at the Puerto Rican Veterans Memorial Park to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Bostonians celebrate the opening of the inaugural Boston Public Art Triennial at the MassArt Art Museum. BNN speaks to musicians and attendees at Boston Calling 2025. Hear from bands Holly Roller and Battlemode, as well as Boston Art Review founder Jameson Johnson. Student activists protest the federal government and the administration of Tufts University following the wrongful arrest of Rümeysa Öztürk. The Berklee Popular Music Institute (BPMI) hosts its 23rd annual artist showcase at Brighton Music Hall, with words from bands Park National and Glasshouse. Find out about upcoming summer events in Boston.

The Tape Deck Hour

Cuban Mic speaks to Giovanni Lazare, filmmaker and mental health advocate. They discuss the need for black men to discuss their mental health more, and Giovanni shares how this need inspired his latest film.

The Other Page Radio

Host Haywood Fennell speaks to Mark W. Kennedy, senior program manager of Chronic Disease Prevention and Control at the Boston Public Health Commission. They discuss health discrepancies between different Boston neighborhoods and ways you can improve your health. They share information about prostate cancer, Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) testing, and the need to get tested.

Cooking In The Dark

Join Dale and Cheryl for some jello and some stuffed chicken breast.

Life Matters

Host Brendan O'Connell speaks to Matt Wojciechowski about the March for Life in Ottawa, Canada, as well as the state of abortion and euthanasia policy in Canada.

Observations From The Trenches

Larry Higginbottom speaks about the Department of Education and the United States' imperfect education system, and in particular how it fails to properly serve black students. He shares his view that African Americans should start their own schools and educate their own, and discusses his ideas for the curriculum. Larry also talks about how he supported his own daughter's education.

Words On Film

Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning", "Lilo & Stitch" (2025), "Friendship", "Secret Mall Apatment", and "Swamp Dogg Gets His Pool Painted". Mr. Burke also gives a spoken word preview of movies subject to being released in theaters on May 29th & 30th, 2025.

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

Rochelle Jones & Pastor James L. Funches Jr. discuss his song "Young And On Fire" & his writing process, praising God with your heart, getting closer to God through music, pursuing a personal relationship with God & running toward God, helping others seek God without judgement, & much more.

City Talk with Ken Meyer (Deborah Shariff)

Ken Meyer interviews WBCA Producer and Massasoit Community College professor Deborah Shariff about her background in communications & video production, how she obtained her tenure at Massasoit, integrity in media reporting, the ever-changing media landscape, her WBCA show Urban Empowerment Today, & more! They also dedicate the show to the late great Robert Bowers.

Boston Neighborhood Network News

The Boston Haitian community celebrates Haitian Flag Day. Hundreds walk in solidarity with those living with obsessive-compulsive disorder at the Boston OCD Walk. Bostonians share their views on rising rent prices and limited housing stock. Hear an interview with Jeff Bellows, vice president of Corporate Citizenship & Public Affairs at Blue Cross Blue Shield, about the benefits of biking and their program with Bluebikes in honor of National Bike Month.

The Tape Deck Hour

Host Cuban Mic speaks to Andre X, a rapper and producer from Lawrence. He discusses his upbringing, his upcoming album and tour, and the local music scene. Listen to hear Andre X's latest tracks.

The Other Page Radio

Haywood Fennell invites guest Mattie Deed to the show to discuss financial empowerment & education in the black community, working for the Mayor's Financial Empowerment office, being a Boston delegate for the Democratic Party, her poetry, the importance of nurturing and educating our children, stigmas surrounding mental illness in the black community, equitable treatment for veterans, & much more.

Cooking In The Dark

Join Dale and Cheryl for some delicious steak, chicken, and hamburgers on the grill!

Ep.# 309 PSA Free!

Talk Of The Neighborhoods

On the 1st half, former District 3 City Councilor Frank Baker discusses his run for City Council At-Large. On the 2nd half, Executive Director of Ranked Choice Voting Boston Ed Shoemaker advocates for Ranked Choice Voting.