WBCA Podcasts

WBCA Producer Spotlight: Larry Higginbottom

Interview with host and producer of WBCA radio show "Observations From The Trenches" Larry Higginbottom about his background and Osiris Group organization, his radio show and advice for new producers at BNN & WBCA!

The Mindful Aging Show

Sebra hosts the premiere episode of The Mindful Aging Show—exploring the
connection between health, mindful aging, and aging gracefully to educate and
empower you to live your life fully. Listen to find out what inspired her to
start the show, and the topics she'll cover spanning health, wellness, and
mindfulness.

City Talk with Ken Meyer (Bob Lobel)

Guest Bob Lobel!

Boston Neighborhood Network News

2023 Toys For Tots Donation courtesy of the Marine Corp Reserve, New Market
Sq. formerly unsheltered Carolers & Homeless Back To Work Program, Pop Warner
Dorchester Raiders & Eagles National Championship Wins, Annual MA Conference
for Women, Boston Parks & Rec Winter Fitness Series, Roslindale Annual Winter
Farmers Market, Senior Program Manager at New Market Business Improvement
District Ben Murphy Interview about the Homeless Back To Work Program.

Bostonian Rap

Host Rachel Miselman discusses citizen journalism being less reputable
or skilled while also giving people an opportunity to gain experience and
produce informative and entertaining content. Michelle Wu holiday party for
elected officials of colors.

Observations From The Trenches

Host Larry Higginbottom expresses how the issue isn't immigrants the
problem is immigration, how schools should start teaching trades in earlier
grades, how the 1965 Immigration Act changed the US, & more.

Life Matters

Host Brendan O'Connell and guest Patrick F. Fagan, PH.D (founder & president
of MARRI.US and myforge.org) discuss how masculinity matters and the
disturbing trend of decreasing masculinity and absent fathers in the US.
Intergenerational masculinity and the cons of decreasing masculinity such as
depopulation. The inability for younger generations to meet and marry.
Fagan's new project "Forge" which champions the flourishing of the natural
family.

On Another Level

Sharon Hinton is joined by Mimi Turchinetz, president of the Hyde Park
Neighborhood Association to discuss the Boston Planning & Development
Agency's new initiative, Squares + Streets, and its proposed Citywide Draft
Zoning Amendment.

Black Teachers Matter

Host Sharon Hinton and guests Kelley Ferreira & Michael Holliday
discuss how they got into teaching, Michael's organization HEAL Academy, how
health and the pandemic affects learning, the ineffectiveness of remote
learning, the importance of black teachers supporting students, the
difference between New York and Boston schools, the school to prison
pipeline, & more.

Boston Neighborhood Network News

Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley at Neighborhood Villages Winter Wonderfest Christmas Party at Epiphany School in Dorchester, Santa Claus arrives by helicopter at the North End Christmas Parade, Bostonian's hopes for 2024, BEW Local 103 and National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) Greater Boston open the Joint Apprentice Training Center, Boston residents share their thoughts on the 250th Anniversary of the Boston Tea Party, La Colaborativa provides food and community services in Chelsea. An interview with Matt Curran, SVP of Corporate Development for NWN Carousel and the founder of the 33 Foundation, a nonprofit supporting individuals with spinal cord injuries. He discusses his story, the recent NWN Carousel Hybrid Work Summit, and how we can better advocate for disabled individuals.

WBCA Presents: J Faith

Interview and studio performance by Hip Hop artist J Faith! J Faith's website: www.jfaithofficialmusic.com  & Link to the album: songwhip.com/jfaith/apartments

Words On Film

Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "Wonka", "Poor Things", "The Iron Claw", "Candy Cane Lane", and "Spirited". Mr. Burke also gives a spoken-word preview of movies subject to being released into theaters for December 22nd and December 25th, 2023.

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

Rochelle Jones reminds us that nothing is impossible, so long as we
continue working towards our goals. She highlights the importance of positive
thinking and work, so that we may reap what we sow.

City Talk with Ken Meyer (Frank Diodati)

Host Ken Meyer interviews Fred Diodati of the popular quartet The Four Aces about his half-century of incredible experiences being a part of the group, traveling around the world and stories from the road, the reception of the group over the years, & more!

The Other Page Radio

Haywood Fennell speaks to Lowell Ward, founder of Building Black Better.
Lowell shares his story of growing up in Boston and going in and out of
prison from age 13 to 50. He discusses what finally got him to turn his life
around, and how he now works to uplift others. They talk about the realities
of life in prison, and discuss the need for greater support for formerly
incarcerated individuals in Massachusetts.

Cooking In The Dark

Join Dale and Tim for some biscuits, sausage, gravy, and eggs!

Talk Of The Neighborhoods

Tonight on Talk of the Neighborhoods, City Council President Ed Flynn joins us on the first half to talk about his leadership of the legislative body as his two-year term is about to end. Then, on the second half, David Halbert, Exec. Dir. of the Progressive Mass. Funders Collaborative, joins us to talk about the latest news from Boston City Hall, the year ahead in politics.

Life Matters

Host Brendan O'Connell and guest Adam Schwend (Western Regional Director of States Affairs, Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America Organization) discuss how Adam became involved in the pro-life movement, SBA Organization's coverage of the western states, pro-life politics and laws after the Dobbs decision, preventing the increase of chemical abortions, the Comstock Act, & more.

On Another Level

Host Sharon Hinton and guests Edwin Sumpter (Community Activist), Pamela King (Board Trustee, Spirit & Truth Baptist Ministries) and Trippetta Simmons (Board Clerk, Spirit & Truth Baptist Ministries) discuss the attack on black churches in Boston that are being foreclosed on to make way for luxury housing. The plight of Spirit & Truth Ministry's foreclosure. The negative effects of removing these churches from the community and their historical importance. Gentrification pushing out churches and black communities.

Observations From The Trenches

Host Larry Higginbottom advocates for ADOS redeveloping a code of conduct and standards in the wake of inherently racist laws and conditions. How people, especially youths, should consider presenting themselves better. Antisemitism and some of the detrimental politics of the US backing Israel in the current conflict. The difference of obscene lyrics of Hip Hop music as free speech compared to hate speech of Jews. His displeasure with our politicians voting to end the ceasefire.