WBCA Podcasts

Black History Month 100th Anniversary events in Boston, Valentine's Day on Newbury St., Vietnamese residents honor the Tet Lunar New Year & spirit of the horse at the Menino Exhibition Center, interview with Najee Brown (Artistic Dir., Multicultural Arts Center) about the Cosmic Roots show celebrating black creativity, ancestry, & futurist imagination.

Larry Higginbottom reflects on the life of Jesse Jackson, and urges young people to think beyond politics as they forge a path forward.

Host Rachel Miselman examines changes in social behaviors & norms from the fallout of pandemic isolation, intolerance & inconsideration, unjustified selfishness & lack of empathy, downward trends of a polite society, neglecting to teach youth to be respectful to themselves & others, how all this has carried over into politics, gubernatorial candidates & campaigns at the Republican caucus, & more.

Live studio performance by Seba Molnar & Friends. All band members are part of the Boston Jazz Foundation and the group will be performing at the Charles River Jazz Festival July 14th 2024 at Herter Park in Allston https://www.bostonjazzfoundation.org/upcoming-events

Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "Tyler Perry's Joe's College Road Trip", "Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie", "Solo Mio", "Mercy", and "Melania". Mr. Burke also gives a spoken word preview of movies subject to being released into theaters for the week of February 16th - 20th, 2026.

Linda Solomon discusses the life and work of Carter G. Woodson, an author and historian who created Negro History Week, the precursor to Black History Month. Linda also talks about the importance of understanding black history. and mentions important figures in Black and American history, including Ida B. Wells W. E.B. Du Bois, Harriet Tubman, Ella Baker, and Byron Rustin.

Elder Nathaniel focuses on the topic of "the Breakdown of the 12 Tribes of Israel" by using examples from history, non-fiction literature, & scripture such as Matthew 15:24, Acts 5:31, Romans 11:1, Revelation 7:1, Hebrews 8:10, Hosea 11:10, & much more.

Host Sebra Barcuis invites guests Marietta & Molly McCarthy to the show to discuss interactions with friends & family as you age, generations aging together, how important focusing is to aging, the stages of aging, & more!

Guest Joe Martel!

Boston residents discuss the importance of Black History Month. The Massachusetts Lodging Association hosts its first hospitality career fair. Hear an interview with Elizabeth Metts, a history teacher at Excel Academy Charter High School and recipient of the The Milken Family Foundation Educator of the Year Award.

Willie P. speaks to realtor Elizabeth Dawan-Abdullah about how you can take advantage of real estate "opportunity zones," the tax difference between capital gains and income, doing your due diligence before closing on a property, the difference between a realtor and a real estate agent, and more.

Join Dale and Cheryl for some delicious sausage balls and a seven-layer salad! Ep.# 350 PSA Free!

This episode of Life Matters contains very sensitive subject matter as Brendan recently attended the "March For Life" movement in D.C. and "Daughters Of American Revolution" where he meets Ms. Corinne Daniele, who shares some of her very harsh life experiences of the early 70's.

South End residents speak out against lack of access to fresh food. Mayor Wu and Governor Healey discuss plans for the upcoming FIFA World Cup. Mayor Wu announces a large cost increase for the rebuilding of White Stadium. Hear an interview with Corey Yarbrough, executive director of 826 Boston, about their youth writing, tutoring, and publishing programs and how you can get involved.

Host Larry Higginbottom speculates on how immigration has benefited American blacks, abandonment by black politicians, demonization of ICE, lack of unity & assimilation, & more

Sharon Hinton speaks to real estate agent Tayla Andre about estate planning for homeowners: the importance of owning your own property, considerations to make before creating a trust, reasons to be wary of reverse mortgages, how you can reduce your tax burden, what the five-year look-back for MassHealth is and how irrevocable trusts figure in, and how to navigate probate.

Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reacts to the nominees for the 2026 Academy Awards, and the 2026 Golden Raspberry Awards.

On this weeks episode of Confronting Injustice Linda Solmon and her co-host Kayla Kittridge converse on the actions taken against Venezuela. Giving insight and information about the negative impact, and historical repetitive gov't takeovers.

Deborah Shariff brings a powerful discussion to the table, alongside her co-host Linda Solomon on this weeks episode of Urban Empowerment Today. The topics: The Trump Administration, Executive orders, Project 2025 and much more.

Joe Heisler welcomes State Senator Nick Collins to the program to discuss this year's St. Patrick's Day Breakfast and recent property tax changes in Boston. Joe also speaks to Jacquetta Van Zandt, political analyst and host of the 'Politics & Prosecco' podcast.

Boston emcee and producer MaceyOMaze visits the WBCA Studio and shares his story, from breakdancing at five years old to releasing a collaborative album with Edo.G. Learn about his influences and style, his label Ethereal Visions, and his love for anime, retro video games, and collecting VHS tapes. Macey also discusses the state of the Boston hip-hop scene performs "Live From Da Source", produced by Boston legend Edo.G off their collaborative project, See You In Boston.

Misha performance and interview!

In studio performance and interview by the Slackademics! https://theslackademics.bandcamp.com/album/skip-class

Elder Nathaniel discusses the topic "Sickness & Health", their roots & how to attain Health, the nature of sin, physical & spiritual health, & the promulgation of disease, all by using examples from history and scripture such as Deuteronomy 28:15, Exodus 4:11, I John 3:4, Ecclesiasticus 30:14, Psalms 103:2, Hebrews 13:4, & much more.

Rochelle Jones warns against schemes of the Devil & emphasizes the importance of intentionally trusting God by giving examples from scripture such as Proverbs 3:5-6, Matthew 26:39, Isaiah 26:3-4, Mark 12:30, Psalms 37:5, & more.

Guest Eugene Hartigan! 2023 Interview.

Ken Meyer speaks with Eugene Hartigan, 2022 interview.

Ken Meyer and Gene Hartigan discuss politics, the assassination attempt on Trump, Biden being forced out of the presidential race, projecting who will win the presidential election, comparing each candidates' policies, Gene's charity and organization work in MA & Africa, his experiences during & after the Vietnam War, & much more.

Ken Meyer interviews guest Eugene Hardigan!

Join the students of Madison Park as they interview Coach Stewart, a navy veteran who is the school's track coach & athletic instructor. On the second half meet Mr. Zamala, the ELA teacher at Madison Park for 6 years!

Mayor Wu signs executive order protecting residents from federal overreach & preventing ICE from using city property for operations & barring immigration enforcement in non-public spaces, 100th year of celebrating Black History Month at Boston City Hall, construction begins on new student dormitory at Northeastern University, interview with Natalie Kuldell (Founder & Exec. Dir., BioBuilder Educational Foundation) about their mission & bringing hands on STEM education into classrooms.

Ruby, Tommy, and special guest Dorian Parker discuss New Year's resolutions, astrology, and blondes both good and bad.

Haywood Fennell talks about upcoming events for Black History Month, including an Artists for Humanity exhibit celebrating black veterans at the Strand Theater and the Black Veterans Appreciation Luncheon at Hibernian Hall on February 21st. Haywood also discusses The Oscar Micheaux Family Theater Program's upcoming performance at Cambridge Rindge and Latin School, March 28th. Other topics include Boston's Multicultural AIDS Coalition, the need for cultural sensitivity at VA hospitals, the importance of finishing what you've started, and the sacrifices that African American veterans have made for this country.

Join Dale and Cheryl for some jalapeño corn bread! Ep.# 349 PSA Free!

Federal Judge blocks Kristi Noem's decision to terminate temporary protected status for Haitian immigrants & how this effects Boston's large Haitian population, 2026 Pinnacle Awards Luncheon honoring women transforming the Greater Boston area for the better, Annual Coast to Coast Boston Camp Fair networking youth with summer camps. Interview with Commissioner of the Boston Public Health Department, Dr. Bisola Ojikutu, about the surge of influenza & vaccine facts & importance.

Rachel Miselman voices her concerns for Massachusetts and Boston, and also discusses the importance of listening, as well as understanding the communities you serve.

Host Larry Higginbottom questions what benefit immigration, refugees, & asylum seekers have provided for America & black citizens. He expresses how these politics are not in the interest of the black community, civil rights were originally intended for American Descendants of Slaves, Democrats using illegal immigration for votes, black Democratic politicians abandoning the black community & inciting repulsion to ICE, the harm of social engineering, & much more.

Host Lucy Rivera invites Attorney Jeffrey D. Woolf; who is an assistant general counsel at the board of Bar Overseers to discuss what to do when problems arise with an attorney. Attorney Woolf explains the mission of the Board of Bar Overseers; which is to protect the public and maintain professional conduct, as well as illustrating how the board deals with neglected client matters and highlights lawyers' consequences when reported for disobeying the system (suspension, disbarment).

Linda brings on a powerful civil rights activist, Ms. Kayla Kittredge to speak on the upcoming MLK Day and the enrichment of Black Empowerment.

Elder Nathaniel expounds upon the topic "Your Pastor in the Pulpit" by using examples from history and scripture such as Jeremiah 3:15, Malachi 2:7, Ezekiel 34:1, Micah 3:11, Deuteronomy 14:22, Acts 4:34-35, Proverbs 21:16, & much more.

In this episode of Open Door Radio, DJ Mehdward speaks with Moe Finnerty, Founder of All Voices Count, a social justice theater and arts company for all. Moe is also a Boston-based choreographer, director, and performance artist. We discuss her artistic practice, accessibility in the arts, and her All Voices Count program.

Host Sebra Barcuis continues to speak with Jenna Dion, Geriatric Care Manager at Clear Guidance LLC. Learn even more techniques you can utilize remain calm when caring for a loved one with Alzheimers.

A tribute to the late Ray Foushee with his City Talk Interview from December 2021.

Beatdope and Ur Boi Blunt talk about AI in the music industry, labels collecting musicians' profits, the Billboard charts, and unionization in the music industry.

Activists call on Americans for a National Shutdown to show solidarity with the people of Minnesota and protest ICE. Governor Maura Healey announces her support for legislation to place restrictions on the actions of ICE, DHS, and the National Guard in Massachusetts. The US Postal Service honors African American poet Phillis Wheatley with a new stamp. Age Strong hosts Cost-Savings Clinics to help Bostonians over 55 save money on utilities, property taxes, and more. Anthony Bell discusses how Roxbury Community College's RCC Connect and Men of Color Cohort help students thrive.

Robert Moran continues the AI generated website creation for non-profits, he goes over "repurposing content", leveraging time and creativity to build web pages.

Join Dale and Cheryl for some delicious Christmas sugar cookies and some rice crispy treats.

Haywood Fennell speaks to musician Leon Beal, Jr. Learn about his recent tours in Italy and Brazil, as well as an upcoming tribute to Aretha Franklin on March 21st at the Regent Theater in Arlington. Haywood and Leon also discuss veterans' rights.

Joe Heisler speaks to District 2 City Councilor Ed Flynn about the race for City Council President, potential tax increases, and more. Joe also speaks to Robert Orthman, co-chair for Progressive West Roxbury/Roslindale, a chapter of Progressive Massachusetts, about their grassroots approach to organizing and supporting political candidates in Boston.

Brendan O'Connell speaks to Dr. Martha Shuping about the trauma that can result from abortion. They also discussion "reproductive coercion" and studies that examine connections between abortion and suicide risk.