WBCA Podcasts

Governor Healey announces commuter rail discounts ahead of major events, Ayanna Pressley hosts roundtable discussions in Allston-Brighton about new Housing Emergencies Lifeline Program legislation, PAX East Boston 2026, Boston Road Runners 5k All-Female race for Women's History Month & survivors of domestic violence, interview with Denella Clark (President & CEO, Boston Arts Academy Foundation) about being honored at The Urban College of Boston's Leadership Awards & more.

In this episode of The Robe Life, The Robe Guy discusses his use of hearing aids and the funny and awkward moments his hearing loss has caused over the years. He then pivots to talk about his love of all things Lego and his favorite Lego sets, before wrapping up with a preview of what's to come in future episodes of The Robe Life.

Cuban Mic hosts a special show with three special guests: three generations with their own perspectives to share on the Cuban revolution and escaping political persecution. Georgina Chirino (previous union leader and revolutionary), Momma G, and Kiele Cabrera take us on a journey through time and tribulations. Georgina shares her experiences as an organizer for labor rights during the Cuban revolution in the 1960's along with some historical details often left out of textbooks when it comes to US/Cuban relations dating back as far as the USA's own revolution.

Host David Halbert speaks to guests Rahsaan D. Hall, Esq. (President & CEO, The Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts) and Kade Crockford (Dir. of Technology & Justice Programs, ACLU of Massachusetts). Rahsaan shares the Urban League's mission to remove barriers to social and economic opportunity, and to empower the African American community. Kade discusses the history and present-day mission of ACLU of Massachusetts to advocate for stronger civil rights and liberties. Learn about how civil rights, bodily autonomy, and more are affected by modern technology and tech companies, and how the ACLU is litigating against misuses of information like location tracking and license plate reader data.

Join Dale and Tim for a Valentine's Day dinner consisting of a cheese crabmeat appetizer, oven-fried chicken, roasted vegetables, sweet potatoes, and chocolate mousse. Ep.# 257 PSA Free!

Haywood Fennell talks about how veterans are an overlooked and underused community resource. He discusses problems with the Massachusetts CORI law, as well as youth literacy rates. Haywood also discusses the upcoming production from the Oscar Micheaux Family Theater Company, Harlem Renaissance Revisited With a Gospel Flavor.

Host Brendan O'Connell interviews Teresa Larkin (Exec. Dir., Your Options Medical) about the MA state abortions data, tele-health consultation stats, the percentage of chemical abortions to total abortions, the percentage of adverse reactions, non-MA residents making up more of the total of abortions in MA, the prescription of abortion drugs without in-person medical visits, health insurance coverage, & more.

No Kings Rally at Boston Common, Mayor Wu & the Office of Youth Employment & Engagement introduce Future Boss website for youth seeking paid summer work opportunities, 3rd Anniversary of Mel King's passing honored at the South End Brunch Club, interview with Brian Tamm about the 23rd Independent Film Festival Boston.

From the studios at Northeastern University's Shillman Hall, an interview with Hip-Hop in the Music Industry students Seth Weintraub (SI), Mikey The Reaper, and Derek "Drock" Levy. Special thanks to artists PheonixOutThe and Thamanai for coming over to the studios to flesh out the interviews with a live performance of some of their work. Keep it right here, Music is Healing!

Larry Higginbottom talks about how people are upset that African Americans are working for ICE, and shares his perspective that there's nothing shameful about working for a government agency. Larry discusses his view that ICE should have been active decades earlier, and his belief that outrage towards ICE is linked to Trump's presidency. He also talks about how African Americans have been disproportionately disadvantaged by immigration into the U.S.

In studio performances, interview, upcoming shows & anime with Dakotah Kennedy and Notebook P on this WBCA Presents!

Host Lucy Rivera and special guest Consul General Arnaldo Minuti celebrate Boston's recent 2024 award "The Capital of Creativity" as well an in depth conversation on the journey and mission of the consul General.

Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "Project Hail Mary", "Ready or Not 2: Here I Come", "They Will Kill You", "Forbidden Fruits", and "Mr. Nobody Against Putin". Mr. Burke also runs down the movies subject to being released into theaters for the week of March 30th - April 3rd, 2026.

Host Linda Solomon & guests John & Kayla reflect upon Marcus Garvey, his background, & his contributions to identity, economics, self determination & global unity.