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Institutionalized racism and white privilege are largely left out of public school curriculum while myths about the founding and history of our country are perpetuated. What changes should be made to curriculum to teach the truth? How will more diversity in teachers impact content and learning? Can testing be modified to remove cultural and racial bias? And what are teachers already doing to bring conversation about racism and white privilege into the classroom? We tackle education as part of

On The Point, we talk with author Larry Tye about his latest book Demagogue , The Life and Long Shadow of Senator Joe McCarthy.

Here comes one of the busiest weekends of the year, and officials are urging continued vigilance against the pandemic. New-and-improved efforts to track sharks are coming – including maybe surveillance balloons. And a multi-faith group holds a somber rally in Hyannis.

While planning your menu and preparing food, remember this important part of the meal: the drinks! Whether nonalcoholic or not, the drinks we serve can enhance, compliment or provide great contrast to the flavors on the plate. Joining us with suggestions for drinks to go with your summer menu is Becky Sue Epstein . In addition to expertise in wine, spirits, food and travel she’s the author of several books including Strong, Sweet and Dry: A Guide to Vermouth, Port, Sherry, Madeira and Marsala

On The Point, our on-air book club discusses Lady into Fox . This short work of fiction by David Garnett was originally published in 1922. It tells the story of a young woman who suddenly and inexplicably turns into a fox and how her husband reacts. Is it a story of unconditional love? Women’s independence? Humans finding their place in the natural world… or something else altogether? We discuss these themes and much more with Margaret McCormick, Director of the Woods Hole Library; and Ellie

The pandemic prompts changes at local beaches for many towns. White supremacist fliers appear in at least two communities on the Cape. And an endangered North Atlantic right whale is found dead, even as new rules to protect the species continue to be delayed.

On The Point: Talking about race can be hard, but anti-racist activists and diversity trainers say that understanding whiteness and white privilege is critical in dismantling racist systems.

This month's book show on The Point features books set on the Cape and Islands. Naturalist Dennis Minsky and Reference Librarian Jill Erickson from the Falmouth Public Library join our host Mindy Todd to discuss their favorites, from classics such as Thoreau's " Cape Cod " and Henry Beston's " Outermost House " to nature books, riveting mysteries, poetry, and art. Click here for a list of books we talked about on the show.

The Nantucket Film Festival is happening this year, and the good news is you don’t have to be on Nantucket to catch the line up of films.

On The Point, we talk about the new book, In the Wake of the Willows , a sequel to the 1908 classic The Wind in the Willows . A uthor Frederick Thurber and illustrator Amy Thurber join our host Mindy Todd. Part natural history and part adventure, it’s set on the Westport River with the beloved characters Toad, Rat, Badger, and others. The book is for all ages.