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FAQs about WBUR Up Next:How many episodes does WBUR Up Next have?The podcast currently has 5,638 episodes available.
January 12, 2018Week In Review; Rep. Joe KennedyHost Deborah Becker reviews the biggest headlines of the week with Joe Battenfeld of the Boston Herald and Michael Curry of the NAACP. We also talk about immigration with Rep. Joe Kennedy, III. And local author Mira T. Lee joins us to talk about [...]...more51minPlay
January 11, 2018Long Island Bridge; Snow Cleanup StuttersHost Deborah Becker talks about the opioid numbers out today for Massachusetts. We also look at Mayor Walsh's statement to rebuild the bridge to Long Island in the Boston Harbor and what it means for the recovery community. Plus, a wheelchair user [...]...more51minPlay
January 10, 2018Net Neutrality; WBUR PollHost Deborah Becker talks to Sen. Ed Markey about his forcing a senate vote on net neutrality. We also talk about the results of the latest WBUR poll. And BostonomiX briefs us on an interview with Uber's Frances Frei. Also, the latest in WBUR's [...]...more51minPlay
January 09, 2018Marijuana In Massachusetts; Mobile Health VanHost Deborah Becker looks at the consequences of U.S. Attorney Andrew Lelling's statement on prosecuting marijuana in Massachusetts. We also talk about the new mobile health van in Boston. Plus, could developing less help the city survive future [...]...more51minPlay
January 08, 2018Boston School Committee Chair; 'I, Tonya'Host Deborah Becker discusses the ending of immigration protections for thousands of Salvadorans in Massachusetts. Plus, a look at cancer vaccines tailored for the patient. And the chair of the Boston School Committee, Michael O'Neill, who's [...]...more51minPlay
January 05, 2018Week In Review; Congressman LynchHost Anthony Brooks reviews the winter storm, the mayoral inaugurations, and the changing marijuana policy with our panel. We also talk to Congressman Stephen Lynch. And the group trying to save the bells of St. Lawrence Martyr Church in New [...]...more51minPlay
January 04, 2018Snow Day; What To WatchHost Anthony Brooks checks around the state to see how people are faring in today's snow storm. We also talk about what shows to binge while you're cooped up at home....more47minPlay
January 03, 2018Rep. Capuano; Campaign Finance ViolationHost Anthony Brooks talks to Congressman Capuano about the U.S. relationship with N. Korea. We also look at the second campaign finance violation revealed in the 2016 ballot question vote. Plus: Sports with Bill Littlefield. And an update on tomorrow's snow storm with meteorologist Dave Epstein. Finally, our conversation with author Tom Perrotta on his 2017 bestseller, "Mrs. Fletcher."...more51minPlay
January 02, 2018Cold Weather; Darrell JonesHost Anthony Brooks looks at the forecast for the rest of the week, and how communities around Boston are coping with the cold. We also talk to Darrell Jones, a Boston man who has been in prison for 32 years for a murder he has always denied committing, and has been released on bail. Plus: How the GOP tax bill will affect your paycheck. And a look at how gratitude can help you keep your New Year's resolutions....more51minPlay
January 01, 2018Our Producers' Favorite 'Radio Boston' Pieces Of 2017Our producers have picked their favorite pieces that they produced in 2017 to share. They join Meghna in studio to talk about the year....more50minPlay
FAQs about WBUR Up Next:How many episodes does WBUR Up Next have?The podcast currently has 5,638 episodes available.