BPR Full Show: Midnight Train to Georgia
Publisher |
WGBH
Media Type |
audio
Categories Via RSS |
News
Publication Date |
Apr 08, 2021
Episode Duration |
02:46:20

Today on Boston Public Radio:

Acting Mayor Kim Janey discusses her recent “All Inclusive” Boston tourism campaign, her childhood experiences during the city’s busing crisis, and her plans to make Boston a more equitable city. She also speaks with listeners during “Ask the Acting Mayor.” 

Andrea Cabral talks about the trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin, touching on the first time allowance of cameras in Minnesota courtrooms. She also discusses the controversy surrounding Dr. David Fowler, an expert witness for Chauvin’s defense. Cabral is the former Suffolk County sheriff and Massachusetts secretary of public safety. She’s currently the CEO of the cannabis company Ascend.

Chuck Todd updates us on the investigation into Rep. Matt Gaetz, and former House Speaker John Boehner’s new book. Todd is the moderator of “Meet the Press” on NBC, host of “Meet the Press Daily" on MSNBC, and the Political Director for NBC News.

Ric Burns previews his new film, “Oliver Sacks: His Own Life,” and talks about what it was like to meet Oliver Sacks. He also addresses filmmakers who called out PBS for a lack of diversity. Burns is a documentary filmmaker and writer. His latest film, “Oliver Sacks: His Own Life,” premieres Thursday, April 9, at 9 p.m. ET.

We end the show by talking with listeners about the future of train travel.

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