Host Meghna Chakrabarti talks with Steven Pinker about his new book, 'Enlightenment Now.' We also look at the changes starting tomorrow at the state's Medicaid program. And we talk about the big news in sports. Plus: Why hip hop artists struggle to [...]

Host Meghna Chakrabarti discusses if there's room for a middle class in Boston. We also talk about the Supreme Court ruling that immigrants convicted of some crimes to not have a right to a bond hearing while their immigration status is under [...]

Host Meghna Chakrabarti talks with Congressman Michael Capuano about addressing gun violence and DACA. We also talk about what cowardice is, in the face of someone with a gun. And we look at a new study on inducing labor in pregnant women. Plus: [...]

Host Deborah Becker reviews the week's news with our panel, including the calls for gun control following the Florida school shooting. We also talk with former Federal Judge Nancy Gertner about the legal battle over the public records of law [...]

Host Deborah Becker talks about why the conversation has turned toward whether or not we should arm teachers in schools. We also talk to Congressman Bill Keating about gun legislation and the midterm elections. And we look at the pressures put on [...]

Host Deborah Becker talks about the student activism today across the country, in response to the shooting at a Florida high school last week. We talk with students, a scholar, a local senator, and the Gun Owners Action League. We also hear about [...]

Host Deborah Becker talks about how the state is ensuring there will not be interference in the upcoming midterm elections. And we talk to a doctor about overcoming her fear of treating opioid use disorder. Plus: The state has picked another clean [...]

Host Deborah Becker talks about what individuals can do after the Florida school shooting. And on this President's Day, we think about what constitutes good leadership. Plus: A look at the new film, "Abe & Phil's Last Poker Game." And a recap of [...]

Host Shira Springer talks about the school shooting in Florida and the fallout in our week in review. We also look at the breakout stars of the first week of the Olympics. Plus: WEEI is off the air today for sensitivity training after a midday host [...]

Host Jill Kaufman talks about the school shooting in Florida and what kinds of conversations are going on in schools today. We also look at the new WBUR poll that shows strong support for Amazon from Boston-area voters. Plus: Former U.S. Border [...]