Best radio@bnnmedia.org Podcasts (2025)

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Boston Neighborhood Network News 15:54

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Rezoning proposal allowing taller skyscrapers, new rules for small businesses & housing, public concern. Pro-Union & 1199 SEIU march to protest layoffs at Boston Healthcare for the Homeless program, Stand Down for Veterans 2025 event, interview with Elizabeth Stephenson about New England Aquarium's new grant fellows for its Marine Conservation Acti…

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The Fundraising & Fun Raising 27:01

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In This weeks episode Bob discusses fundraising and his experiences which made it "fun" for him. From candy sales to saving a business, Bob takes you on a quick dive to see the importance & love for fundraising.By [email protected]

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Cooking In The Dark 40:42

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Join Dale and Cheryl for some Hawaiian ham and cheese sliders! Ep.# 328 PSA Free!By [email protected]

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Life Matters 25:36

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Colbe Mazzarella hosts this week's episode of Life Matters where Professor Michael New is interviewed. Michael is an Assistant Professor of Social Research at the Busch School of Business at The Catholic University of America, researching pro-life issues through scientific methods including his background in statistics and political science. Topics…

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Boston Neighborhood Network News 14:10

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12th Annual Centenarian Celebration in Roxbury hosted by Central Boston Elder Services, groundbreaking of Chinatown branch of the Boston Public Library, interview with Chief of The Mayor's Office of Equity & Inclusion, Mariangely Solis Cervera, about Hispanic Heritage Month and creating celebratory spaces for immigrants and Latin X Americans.…

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WBCA Producer Spotlight: Robert Moran 27:29

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On this edition of WBCA Producer Spotlight we meet Robert Moran, producer of The Fundraising & Fun Raising Podcast that airs 10pm Thursdays on WBCA 102.9FM Boston. Bob shares how he learned to become a comedian, his past radio experience, the mission and multiple formats of his radio show & podcast, applying comedy to fundraising strategies & event…

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Bostonian Rap 55:11

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Rachel discusses the barriers that keep people out of politics, the importance of representation at all levels of government, and why now is the time for new voices to lead.By [email protected]

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Observations From The Trenches 54:28

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Host Larry Higginbottom shares takeaways from Charlie Kirk's funeral, what Larry has learned about white ideology from family members of the silent generation, how laws alter behavior but not beliefs, the futility of dialogue when one is set in their convictions, American Descendants of Slaves being effected by mass immigration, & more.…

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Black Teachers Matter 54:33

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Sharon Hinton invites Jean Joseph (AKA Cheesy of Show and Tell Boston) to talk about his art. Jean discusses how he became an artist and his interests in spirituality and art as a means for self-expression and creating unity. Marcos Baugh also joins the program once more to discuss the third annual fundraiser for his nonprofit Urban Golf Club.…

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Words On Film 54:35

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Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "The Last Class with Robert Reich", "Color Book", and "Man on the Run". Mr. Burke also gives a spoken word preview of movies subject to being released into theaters and/or on streaming for the week of September 21st - 26th, 2025.By [email protected]

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Never Give Up "Where Giving Up Is Not An Option" 28:19

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Host Rochelle Jones encourages listeners to keep strong faith in God and urges parents to get their children more involved in prayer. Rochelle reminds listeners that god is on our side and will never leave or forsake you.By [email protected]

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Boston Neighborhood Network News 16:41

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Boston Legacy Football Club secures White Stadium, Boston City Council rules on cellphone usage in school, Sister Mary Veronica Park protected by city, Roxbury Prep opens new Charter School campus, interview with Peter Ducharme of Bridge Over Troubled Waters about new narcan & public health vending machine.…

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The Fundraising & Fun Raising Podcast 24:48

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The Fundraising & Fun Raising Podcast invites listeners to learn more about the ways humor helps us grow as more than individuals-- organizations. This week's episode discusses donor acquisition and retention, the effect of exceeding campaign goals and the correlation humor and gratitude share. Organizations thrive on the inclusion and engagement o…

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The Other Page Radio 42:06

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Falling in love with being a veteran, issues and tumultuous trials with substance abuse and the importance of sacrifices made by Black America, including challenges faced in efforts supporting the foundation for what we now know as the United States of America, are some of the conversations presented by host and veteran Haywood Fennell in this week…

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Cooking In The Dark 41:54

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Join Dale and Cheryl for some bacon, eggs, and a delicious coffee cake! Ep.# 327 PSA Free!By [email protected]

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Talk Of The Neighborhoods 51:29

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Host Joe Heisler & guests John FitzGerald (District 3 City Councilor), Annissa Essaibi George (Former City Councilor), & Anthony Davis Jr. (Founder & CEO, Davis System LLC.)By [email protected]

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Life Matters 25:44

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Host Colbe Mazzarella speaks to John Pisciotta, founder of Pro-Life Waco and Pro-Life in the Public Square. He discusses his organization's Girl Scout Cookies boycott for their support of Planned Parenthood, the availability of "abortion pills," as well as how Pro-Life in the Public Square supports like-minded organizations.…

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Boston Neighborhood Network News 14:55

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Mission Hill reimagines Allston Christmas as a neighborhood community swap. The Walk for PKD raises awareness and builds support for those living with polycystic kidney disease, a genetic disease with no present cure and limited treatments. Robin Fitch, a lifelong dairy farmer and documentarian, discusses sharing rarely-heard voices in her upcoming…

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Bostonian Rap 55:03

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Rachel Miselman shares her experience running for Boston City Councilor At-Large, and describes the uphill battle of running as a Republican in Boston.By [email protected]

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Observation From The Trenches 54:17

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Host Larry Higginbottom opines on political violence in the wake of the murder of Charlie Kirk, the prevalence of white male perpetrators of political violence & mass shootings, statistical data on violence by race & the misuse of such, lack of representation from black politicians, & more.By [email protected]

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Discovering The Law 24:32

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La abogada Geraldine Gruvis-Pizarro habla del Proyecto de Abogadas Voluntarias, que brinda servicios legales gratuitos a las personas de bajo recurso económico en Boston. Ella comparte información sobre derecho de familia, incluida la tutela y los tipos de divorcio. En observación del Mes Nacional de la Herencia Hispana, este episodio se presente s…

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Words On Film 53:44

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Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "The Long Walk", "Spinal Tap II: The End Continues", "Twinless", "The Threesome", and "Lurker". Mr. Burke also runs down the movies subject to being released into theaters on September 19th, 2025.By [email protected]

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Urban Empowerment Today 27:41

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Deborah Shariff discusses historical black women in the 19th and 20th century and their amazing feats and contributions to American society.By [email protected]

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Never Give Up "Where Giving Up Is Not An Option" 28:11

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Host Rochelle Jones invites author Jennie Fournier to the show to discuss human trafficking & how to identify it, helping victims heal & trauma healing work, how she became involved in this line of work, how her faith has sustained her in her work, victims rebuilding their lives after being trafficked, how the church can further assist victims, & m…

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City Talk with Ken Meyer (Geoffrey Mark) 56:45

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Guest Author Geoffrey Mark!By [email protected]

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Boston Neighborhood Network News 18:36

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Mayoral candidate Josh Kraft drops out of election & promises $3 million in campaign funds to address the substance abuse crisis at Mass & Cass, 9/11 Anniversary Ceremony at Boston Public Garden, Mayor Wu kicks off "Boston Reads" program by reading to young students, local Jamaica Plain musicians perform at JP Music Fest, interview with registered …

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The Fundraising & Fun Raising Podcast 25:07

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The Fundraising & Fun Raising Podcast with Robert B. Moran explores ways to use humor to increase the effectiveness of nonprofits. This week's episode offers insights on how comedy positively impacts an organization's fundraising events, operations, board and volunteer recruitment if done mindfully. Non-profit organizations often take on colossal e…

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The Other Page Radio 54:14

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We Are Better Together Warren Daniel Hairston Project (WAB2G) founder and Executive Director Ruth Rollins joins host Haywood Fennell on The Other Page Radio. Ruth shares her journey as a testament to how the past does not define us and how a tragedy can be transformed into a blessing. As a woman in recovery Rollins provides support, healing, advoca…

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Cooking In The Dark 41:36

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Join Dale and Cheryl for some coleslaw and fish tacos! Ep.# 326 PSA Free!By [email protected]

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Life Matters 27:03

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Host Brendan O'Connell interviews Jessica Flanagain (Partner, Axiom Strategies) about Nebraska measures 434 & 439, LB 574 restricting abortion past 12 weeks, battling the abortion industry amending these, pro-abortion outspending pro-life, voter cognitive dissonance in terms of abortion & ballot initiatives, strategies for pro-life messaging, & mor…

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BNN News 17:27

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Hear Roslindale residents share their concerns going into Boston's preliminary elections for mayor and city council. Photographer shares how he uses film photography to reveal to the world the hidden beauty he sees. Plus, learn how local artist DaNice D. Marshall came to painting. DaNice's exhibition "Creating Space" is on display through 9/11/25 a…

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Observations From The Trenches 54:10

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Host Larry Higginbottom discusses Boston's preliminary mayoral election. He encourages listeners to consider what tangible things a candidate can offer them, arguing that "an election is an exchange, not a giveaway." Larry also discusses his issues with immigration into the United States and the concept of sanctuary cities.…

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Talk Of The Neighborhoods: Boston Preliminary Election 2025 1:21:31

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Boston Preliminary Election Special 2025 with all your favorite TOTN hosts Joe Heisler, Mary Tamer, & David Halbert joined by guests Senator Lydia Edwards, former City Council candidates Jon Spillane and William King, Ward 20 Dem. Committee member Rob Orthman, Politics & Prosecco host Jacquetta Van Zandt, & former Councilor John Tobin. Analysis & i…

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Words On Film 54:22

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Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "Splitsville", "Light of the World", "It's Never Over, Jeff Buckley", and "The Bad Guys 2". Mr. Burke also gives a spoken word preview of movies subject to being released into theaters on September 12th, 2025.By [email protected]

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City Talk with Ken Meyer (Chuck Knapp) 59:43

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Host Ken Meyer interviews long-time radio veteran Chuck Knapp about his days at WRKO, how he first became hooked on radio & got started in the Boston radio business, the Bill Drake format, stories of Arnie Ginsburg & other legendary DJ's from the heyday of Boston radio, leaving WRKO for WIXY Cleveland, his time at WQXI Atlanta & WLS Chicago, compar…

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Boston Neighborhood Network News 15:39

22d ago15:39

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Allston "Christmas", Blessed Sacrament Church transitioning into Residential Units in Jamaica Plain, New Edition honored by Boston at renaming of Dearborn St. to New Edition Way and declaration of New Edition Day, Mother Caroline Academy 1st day of school Annual Clap-In, remembering Lens Joseph who passed tragically in a school bus accident & how B…

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The Other Page Radio 51:50

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Host Haywood Fennell invites us to another episode of The Other Page Radio, a show where everyone gets the opportunity to hear about our veterans and how their service to the country is an inexhaustible resource to communities everywhere. Haywood reminds us that veterans need our help and shares some of the many ways veterans continue to help us. C…

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Cooking In The Dark 43:53

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Join Dale and Cheryl for some quick, easy, and oh-so-good potato cakes.By [email protected]

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Talk Of The Neighborhoods 54:05

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Host Joe Heisler & guests District 8 City Councilor Sharon Durkan & 5th Suffolk District State Rep. Chris Worrell!By [email protected]

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Life Matters 29:02

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Host Brendan O'Connell is joined by Father Shenan J. Boquet, a priest of the Houma-Thibodaux Roman Catholic Diocese and president of Human Life International, this week to discuss global birthrates and explore their opinions on these. Father Boquet shares his observations on the impacts abortions, contraceptives and sterilization have on global bir…

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Boston Neighborhood Network News 19:55

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Union Workers & Advocates for Workers' Rights march through Boston on Labor Day in support of Workers over Billionaires, BPS Students receive scholarships to BU from the Menino Program or Community Service Award Program, interview with lawyer and author Crystal Boateng & her daughter Whitney about the importance of the stories in her books and her …

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Observations From The Trenches 54:20

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Host Larry Higginbottom discusses how boycotts, sit-ins, and other protests do not help African Americans gain control or ownership of the companies, platforms, and structures that are being protested. Larry also talks about how music and sports are not a reliable way to build wealth.By [email protected]

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Discovering The Law 24:36

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Discovering The Law, with host and attorney Lucy Rivera, welcomes President of the Boston Bar Association Matthew McTygue to inform us of diverse law resources available to our greater community. The Boston Bar Association (BBA) is a volunteer-based nonprofit organization with over 15,000 professional members and 140 institutional partners serving …

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Words On Film 53:37

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Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "The Roses", "Caught Stealing", "Eden", and "The Thursday Murder Club". Mr. Burke also runs down the movies subject to being released into theaters on September 5th, 2025.By [email protected]

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The Village 28:23

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Host Willie P, Get out, Get movin', and Going. Uphold Joy with the Lord, Keep Ya Head Up, and Spend some time with those you love.By [email protected]

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Boston Neighborhood Network News 18:47

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We Make Noise Fest 2025 celebrates women and gender expansive artists at Downtown Crossing with music, art and purpose. The Boston Design Academy holds its prototype showcase, where students present STEAM projects that blend design, technology, and community impact. Hear an interview with Boston Education Fund executive director Pamela Leins about …

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Talk Of The Neighborhoods 54:33

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Tonight on Talk of the Neighborhoods, Joe Heisler speaks to Mayor Michelle Wu and Darnell Williams, former executive director of the Urban League of Eastern MA. Mayor Wu discusses her tenure and track record as mayor, policies on drug use, immigration, and White Stadium, as well as the upcoming mayoral election. Darnell Williams discusses his recog…

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The Fundraising & Fun Raising Podcast 26:30

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Host Robert Moran shares what you need to know to form a nonprofit, from determining your goals to creating a fundraising plan. Also discussed: fiscal sponsorship, using AI to assist in your application to the state, and more!By [email protected]

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Cooking In The Dark 47:52

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Join Dale and Cheryl for a giant cupcake and some delicious chicken noodle soup!By [email protected]

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