Whether you're a vegetarian, vegan or just an omnivore looking to cut back on meat, the world of plant-based foods has something for everyone. We're joined by experts from America's Test Kitchen for tips and tricks on embracing plant-based cooking.

We take listener calls and questions with Boston Mayor Michelle Wu.

AAA reports gas prices are down six cents a gallon since last week, but that doesn't mean they aren't still high, and Republicans in the Massachusetts State Senate want you to pay less, at least for a while.

Plus, we look at the impact that the Green Line extension into Somerville is having on local businesses and residents.

The Extension is a project years in the making. We talk about these trade-offs and challenges with Zach Baum, president of the board for Union Square Main Streets, and co-owner of Bow Market, an outdoor mall in Union Square. Then, we turn to WBUR reporter Simón Rios for analysis.

The firmly-Massachusetts rooted film CODA is sitting pretty at the Oscars this year. It's the latest in a long tradition of Boston going to the Academy Awards, so we welcome back film critic Ty Burr to talk about Bay State films now and in years past looking to bring home the statue.

Plus, we hear music from Panamanian-born and Boston-based jazz pianist and composer Danilo Perez's new album.

In his new album "Crisálida," Panamanian-born and Boston-based jazz pianist and composer Danilo Pérez uses a mix of musical styles from South America to the Middle East to evoke a reality without borders.

Right now, at least nine law enforcement offices and departments in Massachusetts use it, as well as offices of some federal agencies, drawing mostly on an RMV database and FBI resources. But there's very little oversight in how facial recognition technology is used in law enforcement.

Dr. Carl Streed, physician, assistant professor at the Boston University School of Medicine, and Research Lead for the Center for Transgender Medicine and Surgery at Boston Medical Center, joins us to talk about the issue.