WBCA Podcasts

On this weeks episode of Life Matters Brendan O'connell talks with "Girl Scouts Why Not" founder and President Rochelle Focaracci, they discuss the growing concerns of the state of Girl Scouts of America.

Larry Higginbottom discusses immigration and questions why illegal immigration was not policed more strongly from the 1970s-2000s. He also voices his disagreement with the concept of multiculturalism

Sharon Hinton speaks to Judith Foster about Bill S.791 for "Nature as a Prescription", which would allow medical professionals to prescribe time in nature as a form of healthcare.

Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "Taylor Swift - The Official Release Party of a Showgirl", "Eleanor the Great", "Heart Eyes", and "The Gas Station Attendant". Mr. Burke also gives a spoken word preview of movies subject to being released into theaters for the week of October 5th - 10th, 2025.

Host Linda Solomon invites James Watson & his son Don Juan Moses to the show to discuss James's wrongful conviction, systemic racism and injustice, being incarcerated for 41 years for a crime he didn't commit, witnesses of his case being hypnotized, how this effected his son & family, avoiding the death penalty, eventually being exonerated, & more.

Host Rochelle Jones and Pastor James L. Funches from Blessed Hope Tabernacle Church discuss trusting God with all your heart in the last days, the importance of relying on God, Romans 12:2 & The Passion, imitating false ideals, inwardly transforming one's thinking to align with God, Jeremiah 17:7-8, being brought up in the Word of God, & much more.

Ken Meyer interviews guest Rod Fritz! 2021 Episode

Guest Carolyn Murdock Fritz!

Guest Rod Fritz! 2018 Episode

Rod Fritz Interview 2024!

The Greater Boston Food Bank addresses how the government shutdown will have a detrimental effect on those experiencing food insecurity. City Councilor Ed Flynn files a proposal to ban e-bikes and mopeds for food delivery app drivers following a fatal accident. Boston City Hall Plaza comes alive for Fiesta En La Plaza. The 15th annual Allston Village Street Fair celebrates Allston Brighton's diversity and creativity. Cynthia Wilkerson and Stephanie Hisman-Hou and talk about Little Brothers - Friends of the Elderly and fostering intergenerational connection through community programming.

Cuban Mike pays tribute to Assata Shakur before diving into an interview with Malanny DePina about her views on religion and politics. DePina discusses her anti-communist views, her reconciliation with the Catholic Church, and her experience attending the Charlie Kirk vigil held in Boston.

On this episode of The Fundraising & Fun Raising Podcast, Robert discusses the role of Board Members, and their value in a Non-profit setting. from mission aligning interests to strengthening relationships, Robert Moran comprehensively and thoroughly delivers on the topic.

Haywood Fennell and guest Deborah Cox have a candid conversation about current events and encouraging the community to make their voices heard at the ballot box. She also talks about her thrift shop initiative that's giving back to the community.

Join Dale and Cheryl for some chicken in enchilada sauce made in a crockpot and a delicious lemon pie! Ep.# 329 PSA Free!

Host Joe Heisler with City of Boston Chief of Planning Kairos Shen, & then a mini debate between District 9 Boston City Councilor Liz Breadon & District 9 Boston City Council candidate Pilar Ortiz.

Brendan O'Connell invites Rochelle Focaracci (Founder & President of Girl Scouts, Why Not?) back to the show to discuss her son Gabrielle & his struggles with autism, his unfortunate disappearance & hiking accident, how he was found, the remembrance of his life, advice for grieving the loss of a child, & more.

Massachusetts Organization for Addiction Recovery (MOAR) marches in solidarity with those in recovery. Boston Arts Academy hosts live stage performances from cultures around the world for Boston Family Days. The Annual Boston Asian-American Film Festival returns, featuring films including "Love, Chinatown", a documentary about Boston's Chinatown. Hear an interview with director Lukas Dong. For more information: baaff.org/love-chinatown

Larry Higginbottom talks about how developing skills is now more important that political activism. He also discusses home ownership and how to determine if it is a wise financial decision to purchase a house.

Ruby, Keith, and Tommy share their experiences as blondes and discuss fellow fair-haired individuals throughout history and popular culture. In the premiere, we memorialize Robert Redford, discuss the "first official dumb blonde" Rosalie Duthé, admire Corey Feldman's newly bleached hair and dance prowess, and say farewell to Keith as he moves to Brooklyn.

Lucinda Riveira and her guest Attorney Brian Wilson, A Clinical Researcher and Senior Lecturer, discuss different degrees of law. The two talk about his career, ties to Boston, teaching at BU. and different levels of Law And Crime.

Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "One Battle After Another", "Omaha", "John Candy: I Like Me", and "Matter of Time". Mr. Burke also runs down the movies subject to being released into theaters for the week of September 29th - October 3rd, 2025.

Host Linda Solomon interviews Don Juan Moses, who shares his experience growing up while his father spent over 40 years in prison for a crime he did not commit. Don Juan discusses the hardships he went through, his advice for others in similar situations, and how support from his grandparents and God kept him going.

Rochelle Jones discusses placing faith & trust in Christ while facing financial, living and spiritual uncertainties.

Guest Nicholas DiFranco!

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 Action Fund program.

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.

Join Dale and Cheryl for some Hawaiian ham and cheese sliders! Ep.# 328 PSA Free!

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 discussed in this episode revolve around the changes being made to abortion laws across the country as consequence of the Dobbs decision by The Supreme Court in 2022, where the previous Roe v. Wade ruling that recognized a woman's constitutional right to abortion was overturned. Informed consent laws, The Hyde Amendment (a federal law that restricts the use of federal funds, including those from Medicaid, for most abortions), "chemical abortions" and their increased risks, pregnancy resources and their availability, and the trend in abortion rates formulate the conversation offered on Life Matters by Colbe and Michael as they navigate the current state of abortion laws impacting the nation.

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.

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 & events, his Comedy Gold Secrets TV Show, his AI Applied Fluency podcast, his non-profit organization Community Comedy Comedy Community Foundation, the importance and accessibility of BNN & WBCA for the Boston community, & more!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 of its members, host Robert B. Moran discusses how humor can help appreciate, uplift, incentivize and drive collaborative efforts in a way where joy expands and burdens fold. This week's episode reminds us of how humor can help us during the hardest of our situations with a generous self-serve of gratitude. Tune in for fun and fund-raising with your new BM.

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's TOPRadio. Veterans are an overlooked and underrepresented resource in U.S. societies according to veteran accounts. Mental health and institutional racism are discussed in the context of veteran experiences as they seek support from the services specifically designed for their access. Literacy, critical thinking skills, housing and nutrition of our youth are discussed as the education system tries to account for the needs of children under pressure from the current political, technological and cultural climate. The Other Page Radio brings us the real events impacting American lives and the strength our veterans can provide in offering solutions to the issues facing our communities. We need to heal together as we encounter the traumas and dramas that continue to afflict veterans, among other members, in American society, Haywood invites us to the healing process with his words of experience and wisdom.

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

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

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.

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 documentary,The Untold Story of The American Dairy Farmer, as well as the importance of local farms.

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

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.

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 solamente en español. Lawyer Geraldine Gruvis-Pizarro talks about the Volunteer Lawyers Project, which provides free legal services to low-income individuals in Boston. She shares information about family law, including guardianship and types of divorce. In observation of National Hispanic Heritage Month, this episode is presented entirely in Spanish!

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.

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, & more.

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 respiratory therapist and certified asthma educator Jessica Garrity about September Asthma Peak season and asthma safety.

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, advocacy and empowerment for women and girls affected by community violence and incarceration through Operation LIPSTICK and later WAB2G. Addiction, depression, recovery and the path to healing are discussed in light of how trauma can leave us feeling lost and lacking support with its challenges. The programs and services developed to care for young women and adult caregivers at We Are Better Together aspire to help them find their true selves and dispel the taboos of trauma and healing through community support systems. Advocacy for veterans is always a priority on The Other Page Radio and our host Haywood Fennell reminds us to offer hope and support for them and their conditions.