Host Tonya Mosley talks about the apparent suicide in prison by former Patriots player Aaron Hernandez. We also talk about the Patriots players who decided not to go to the White House today. Finally, we talk to author Anita Shreve, who wrote "The Pilot's Wife" and "The Weight of Water." Her new book is "The Stars Are Fire."

Host Tonya Mosley discusses the case of the Princeton jogger who was killed eight months ago and the suspect arrested in connection with the crime. We also look at what role kindness plays in a college application. Finally, we talk about the cases affected by lab chemist Annie Dookhan and the convictions being thrown out.

Host Deborah Becker looks at the winners and new records set in today's Boston Marathon. We also talk to Kathrine Switzer, first woman to run the race with an official bib, and talk about what happens to the runners' bodies after the training and race are over. Finally, we hear about the company that makes custom wheelchairs for runner-wheelchair teams and how Jackie Robinson influenced former Boston Mayor Ray Flynn.

Host Deborah Becker reviews the week's biggest headlines. Then we talk about the planning underway for the Boston Marathon and memorials on Saturday. Finally, we talk to chef and restaurateur Barbara Lynch of No. 9 Park, Sportello, Drink and B&G Oysters among others.

Host Meghna Chakrabarti looks at the results of a WBUR poll of the reddest areas of our blue state. We also discuss what Massachusetts can learn from East Asian countries about teaching math and how selfie culture has historical roots. Finally, we talk to Academy Award-winning composer, Howard Shore.

Host Meghna Chakrabarti talks about the death of local legend, J. Geils. We also discuss the latest in sports and how health care became a big business and what that means for patients. Finally, we talk to director and actor John Waters.

Host Meghna Chakrabarti talks about the consequences of the U.S. missile strike in Syria and reviews the week's biggest headlines with Jennifer Nassour and John Carroll. We also talk about what effect Trump's border wall might have on wildlife conservation.

Host Meghna Chakrabarti talks about the vote today by Senate Democrats to block the nomination of Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch and how Republicans are working to change the rules that apply to the filibuster (the "nuclear option"). We also discuss how Harvard Business school case studies are changing and the stepping down of J. Keith Motley as chancellor of UMass Boston.

Host Meghna Chakrabarti looks at the debate over supervised injection sites in Massachusetts and the facility in Vancouver. We also discuss why people think they know more than they actually do with Steve Sloman. Finally, we look at Trump's comments regarding Syria and check in with Bill Littlefield for news from the world of sports.

Host Meghna Chakrabarti discusses the SJC hearing today over whether Immigration and Customs Enforcement detainers violate an individual's liberty. We also look back at the life of Richard Nixon and its parallels to politics today and speak with Tim Berners-Lee, who invented the world wide web 28 years ago.