We're joined by Natasha Warikoo, professor of sociology at Tufts University and author of "The Diversity Bargain: And Other Dilemmas of Race, Admissions, and Meritocracy at Elite Universities."

After a big upset win last night, are the Patriots actually poised to save their season? We Check the Score with Radio Boston's Chris Citorik.

Plus: Despite the rise in cases, some families are planning to travel this holiday season. So, what's the safest way to do that? We ask Dr. Mark Siedner, a clinical epidemiologist at MGH, and hear from Anne Lischwe, with AAA Northeast.

WBUR's Angus Chen tells us more.

We take listener calls with Dr. Mark Siedner, a clinical epidemiologist at MGH and an associate professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School, and Anne Lischwe, a travel sales manager for AAA Northeast.

Last month, the city released detailed plans to address climate resiliency in Dorchester, Downtown, and the North End.

Plus, the MBTA announces drastic cuts to address a massive budget shortfall.

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, some 366 whales remain with about 94 reproductive females, despite decades of conservation efforts. These numbers represent an eleven percent drop from the previous estimate.

Plus, we get the latest news from the State House, where the ongoing budget debate could produce significant policy changes beyond dollars and cents.

We take listener questions with two local doctors about what people should anticipate from a vaccine and the second surge.