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WBCA Podcasts
WBCA 102.9 FM is Boston’s Community Radio Station in partnership with Boston Neighborhood Network Media and the City of Boston. Our shows are by and for the Boston community.
Episodes
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Never Give Up "Where Giving Up Is Not An Option"
On today's episode of Never Give Up, Rochelle talks about restoring what the enemy has stolen.
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The Mindful Aging Show
Host Sebra B speaks to Jenna Dion, Geriatric Care Manager at Clear Guidance LLC. She shares her experiences and advice from 17 years in the dementia care…
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City Talk with Ken Meyer (Donna Halper)
Host Ken Meyer and radio veteran Donna Halper discuss the true origin of the term "fake news" & the era of "yellow journalism", the history of misleading news…
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City Talk with Ken Meyer (Donna Halper)
Ken Meyer speaks with radio historian and consultant Donna Halper! 2023 Interview.
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City Talk with Ken Meyer (Donna Halper)
On this edition of City Talk Ken Meyer & Donna Halper (PhD, Associate Professor of Communication & Media Studies Lesley University & 2023 Inductee…
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Boston Neighborhood Network News
City Spotlight Leadership Program helps teens build leadership & dance skills, interview with Seba Molnar (Artistic Dir., Boston Jazz Foundation) & Jessica…
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The Robe Life
Beginning by mentioning his love of rain and the Red Sox's current winning streak, the Robe Guy quickly pivots to another topic: his various career changes…
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The Tape Deck Hour
Cuban Mic speaks to Renato Castelo, Director of the Office of Participatory Budgeting for the City of Boston. Renato shares how he got involved in this work…
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The Fundraising & Fun Raising Podcast
Host Robert Moran interviews Brett Poirier, Executive Director of Beat the Streets New England, a non-profit which teaches life skills such as goal-setting and…
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Cooking In The Dark
Join Dale and Cheryl as they make a microwave oatmeal cake and a microwave white chocolate cake! Ep.# 273 PSA Free!
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Talk Of The Neighborhoods
Joe Heisler speaks to Lew Finfer, director of the Massachusetts Action for Justice about the success of the Massachusetts "millionaire's tax," as well as the…
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Life Matters
Host Brendan O'Connell interviews Josie Luetke, Director of Education and Advocacy for the Campaign Life Coalition, a Canadian anti-abortion group. The two…
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Boston Neighborhood Network News
Roxbury Public Library renamed to The Shaw Roxbury Branch in honor of the late great Sarah-Ann Shaw, 58th Annual Festival Betances Puerto Rican fest, interview…
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WBCA Presents: Charles River Jazz Festival 2026
The Charles River Jazz Festival is back for its sixth year! This fest is bringing a full day of live jazz to the Esplanade on August 8. Festival founders Seba…
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Bostonian Rap
Rachel Miselman discusses disarray of the Boston Human Rights Commission, the distinction between human rights & civil rights & civil liberties, displeasure…
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Observations From The Trenches
Larry Higginbottom shares his perspective that the Baby Boomer generation was too focused on fighting for everyone, rather than building power and wealth for…
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WBCA Presents: Andy Connolly
Andy Connolly comes on the show to talk about his passion for rock music, collaborating with musicians like Billy Sheehan and Ray Luzier, and to share tracks…
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Unsafe Harbor
This episode of Unsafe Harbor was structured by the ancient Chinese method of I Ching divination. Clues to this week's Unsafe Harbor are randomly interspersed…
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The Jayman Show
This week Jaiye interviews Cuban Mic, Venus Thomas, Sondra Currie, Betty Davis and Adrina Harris
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Confronting Injustice
On today's episode of Confronting Injustice, Linda Solomon is joined by Gwen Levi, a formerly incarcerated citizen who was reintegrated back into society…
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Urban Empowerment Today
Deborah Shariff and co-host Linda Solomon interview Dr. Aminah Fernandes Pilgrim and Dr. Carine Sauvignon about implementing a Black Studies Associate's Degree…
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Word To Us
On the second episode of my summer season, I’ll be talking about my experience and what I’ve heard from others that are “too Black” in white spaces and “too…
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Never Give Up "Where Giving Up Is Not An Option"
On today's episode of Never Give Up, Rochelle talks about preparing other believers in Christ to support one another and speak life to those who need it around…
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The Mindful Aging Show
Host Sebra B. and guest Melanie Sturrup, RDH talk about dental health and hygiene and how you teeth are a vital part to keeping you body healthy.
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Boston Neighborhood Network News
BNN highlights J.P. Licks for National Ice Cream Month. Boston celebrates alternate transit at the Water Transportation Fair. Tourists to Boston share what…
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The Tape Deck Hour
Cuban Mic talks to Meli Cumbe about cuisine and hip hop. From working in restaurants in New York City and Spain to hanging out with A Tribe Called Quest and De…
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Dumb Blondes Talk
Ruby, Keith, and Tommy share their experiences as blondes and discuss fellow fair-haired individuals throughout history and popular culture. In the premiere…
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The Fundraising & Fun Raising Podcast
In this premiere episode of The Fundraising & Fun Raising Podcast, Robert Moran discusses using anger as creative fuel with guest Linda Solomon.
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The Other Page Radio
Host Haywood Fennell discusses the importance of veterans in society and upcoming events geared towards veterans. He views veterans as an overlooked and…
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Cooking In The Dark
Join Dale and Cheryl for some sausage balls and Scotch eggs! Ep.# 272 PSA Free!
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Talk Of The Neighborhoods
This week's guests: Persis Yu, candidate for MA State Senate (North & Suffolk District) and Linda Champion, nominee for Suffolk County and District Attorney.
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Boston Neighborhood Network News
Chinatown Main Street's annual summer festival celebrates Chinese culture through music, art, and performance. Boston's busiest farmers market is giving the…
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WBCA Presents: Diggity Dom
Diggity Dom visits the studio to discuss his production process, musical upbringing, and his mission to support fellow artists. Dom also performs live in the…
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Bostonian Rap
Rachel Miselman discusses the current election cycle, including Michael Walsh, Republican candidate for Attorney General, being reinstated the ballot following…
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Observations From The Trenches
Host Larry Higginbottom shares his view that across the country, African Americans are too focused on racism and white nationalism when, in his opinion, they…
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Discovering The Law
Host Lucy Rivera interviews John Powers, the Suffolk County Clerk of Courts for Civil Business. Powers discusses his transition to elected office, as well as…
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The Jayman Show
Jaiye continues his interview with Donald Poole and speaks with Ciarra Carter and Steph Payne!
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Words On Film
Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "Moana" (2026), "The Invite", "Maddie's Secret", "Rose of Nevada", and "The Python Hunt". Mr. Burke also runs down…
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Confronting Injustice
On today's episode of Confronting Injustice, Linda Solomon talks about information as power and community engagement with guest Shavonne Herrington from Union…
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Urban Empowerment Today
In this installment of Urban Empowerment Today, Deborah Shariff and Linda Solomon discuss AI. They talk about the jobs it will take away and create, tools you…
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Word to Us
Favorite Books & Combatting the Literacy Crisis On the first episode of my limited summer season of Word to Us, today I’ll be talking about my favorite books —…
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Voice Of The Watchmen
Tune into Voice of the Watchmen for a lesson on setting yourself up for success. How do we become successful once we walk in Jesus' truth? Readings include…
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The Mindful Aging Show
Host Sebra Barcuis discuss maintaining healthy and mindful aging by providing helpful information that can educate and empower listeners. For this episode…
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Boston Neighborhood Network News
Allston-Brighton Farmers Market & Mexican Festival at Downtown Crossing. Interview with COO of Inquilinos Boricuas En Acción, Mayra Negrón-Roche, about the…
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The Robe Life
The decision to gift his neighbors an old Jeep as a wedding present spurs The Robe Guy to rifle through boxes of old papers in search of the title and…
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WBCA Presents: Dudley Jazz Festival 2026
Tune in to learn about the 10th annual Dudley Jazz Festival with founder Fred Woodard! Learn about why Fred started the festival and what to look forward to…
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The Other Page Radio
Host Haywood Fennell discusses the importance of Black people knowing about their Blackness with Tyree S. Browne and Shawn Parker (stage name: Sparker5000)…
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Cooking In The Dark
Join Dale and Cheryl for some delicious oatmeal chocolate chip cookies and some chocolate chip Hershey's kisses cookies! Ep.# 271 PSA Free!
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Talk Of The Neighborhoods
On the first half, Joe Heisler is joined by Senator Mike Rush to discuss his upcoming primary election challenge, legislation to limit youth on social media…
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Life Matters
Host Brendan O'Connell interviews Marlene Strege, the first person to adopt a frozen embryo. They discuss how she had to take estrogen and other hormones while…
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Boston Neighborhood Network News
Boston dedicates a new basketball court to WNBA Hall of Famer Michelle Edwards. In Waltham, a growing community of archers is discovering the primal allure of…
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WBCA Presents: Boy Polloi
Boy Polloi performing a live set for WBCA Presents at the BNN studios!
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Bostonian Rap
Rachel Miselman discusses candidates for the Suffolk County DA race, the Republican side of the gubernatorial race, the importance of ethics & objectivity in…
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Observations From The Trenches
Larry Higginbottom shares his view that Black elders would be ashamed at what is tolerated today. Larry discusses a lack of racial and group pride among ADOS…
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Black Teachers Matter
Sharon Hinton brings on Ron Bell to discuss his efforts to raise awareness about voting rights, voter registration, and voter repression. Ron Bell is the…