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Rhode Island PBS Weekly features in-depth, well-researched stories that go beyond the headlines. Our award-winning team employs balanced, reflective investigative journalism and narrative storytelling to explore the whole story and provide needed context. These are stories that matter, from politics to art, education, the environment, and more, produced by WSBE Rhode Island PBS.
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The history of Rhode Island is truly remarkable. The Story of Rhode Island is my humble attempt to tell you some of the stories about the people, places, and events that have made Rhode Island the state it is today. To learn more about the show visit the Story of Rhode Island Podcast website at https://www.storyofrhodeisland.com/
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Hello fellow fishing fans! Captain Mark here. My wife and I Nancy moved to Rhode Island in 2019 and we love it. I want you to join me on my journey to discover the best fishing Narragansett Bay has to offer. Along the way we’ll meet some extraordinary saltwater anglers, explore the best areas to fish, figure out the best methods to use, the best baits, tackle and lures to throw and where to find them, In the meantime we need to eat so we’ll check out some great restaurants, look at places to ...
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A Rhode Island podcast hosted by Mary Larsen and Benjamin DeCastro, we want you to know about all the amazing current events, places, food, music, and people of the biggest little state in the union. Whether you are a tourist, or a long time resident who refuses to drive more than fifteen minutes without an overnight bag, we'll have something special in store for you on our show. It's wicked good, wicked fun, Wicked Rhody. Rhode Island 's premiere podcast! Listen each week to hear about even ...
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On this episode, an ER physician shares the trials and tribulations of working on COVID-19’s front lines. Then, a second look at the life of William Henry Wilson, cartoonist for the nationally syndicated comic “Wallace The Brave.” Finally, we return to Rose Island, where a professor is catching birds in the name of science.…
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The Boston Globe’s Ed Fitzpatrick, The Providence Journal’s Amy Russo, and The Anchor at RIC’s Raymond Baccari join Moderator Jim Hummel to discuss quality of life issues in Providence, filling Maryellen Goodwin’s senate seat, a look into the bills that will and won’t pass this year, plus challenges with accessing public records.…
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Listen to a live event taped at the Rhode Island PBS studios celebrating the podcast’s 100th episode. Our host, Ed Fitzpatrick, and Jim Ludes from Salve Regina and Rhode Island PBS interview House Speaker Joe Shekarchi and Senate President Dominick Ruggerio. Brown political science professor Wendy Schiller concludes the show with some analysis. Tip…
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After the Narragansett Nation enters King Philip's War and towns throughout Rhode Island are destroyed, the English colonists eventually find a way to defeat their formidable opponents. My Favorite Books on this Topic: King Philip's War: The History and Legacy of America's Forgotten Conflict by Eric B. Schultz & Michael J. Tougias God, War, and Pro…
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US Representative David Cicilline has spent nearly half of his life in politics — first as a state representative, then the mayor of Providence, and finally in Congress. He's leaving all of that behind this week to run the state’s largest philanthropic organization, the Rhode Island Foundation. We chat about his last day in office, the debt-ceiling…
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On this episode, we explore nature and wildlife in the Ocean State. First up, Pamela Watts meets the group responsible for rescuing 6,000 wild animals a year, from baby coyotes to bats. Then, a second look at the RISD Nature Lab, where snakes, skeletons, and microscope slides inspire art. Finally, we revisit a bird sanctuary dedicated to parrots.…
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Rhode Island GOP Chairman Joe Powers, retired URI Political Science Professor Maureen Moakley, and Political Contributor Don Roach join Moderator Jim Hummel to discuss reform of the policemen’s Bill of Rights, new state affordable housing proposals, plus prospective candidates for the 2024 election cycle and Congressional District 1.…
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Almost exactly two years ago, US Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo, the former Rhode Island Governor, joined us as the first guest on Rhode Island Report. At the time, she was only a few months into the job. So, Jim Hummel from Rhode Island PBS and I decided it was time for an update. She joins us to talk about the debt ceiling, Tiktok, and our r…
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After years of tension, a war between the English colonists and the tribes of southern New England breaks out and Rhode Island finds itself engulfed in this deadly conflict. My Favorite Books on this Topic: King Philip's War: The History and Legacy of America's Forgotten Conflict by Eric B. Schultz & Michael J. Tougias God, War, and Providence: The…
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On this episode Michelle San Miguel takes a deep dive into the importance of understanding media and staying informed. Then, we head out to Warwick where Pamela Watts introduces us to professional Spanish dancers who are taking all the right steps and making all the right moves on and off the dance floor. Finally, we take another look at the Provid…
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Bartholomewtown Podcast Founder Bill Bartholomew, Attorney and Legal Analyst Lou Pulner, and Brown University Professor Wendy Schiller join Moderator Jim Hummel to discuss legalizing abortion coverage for Medicaid recipients and state employees, bipartisan concerns over eminent domain for affordable housing, plus the debate over state-funded breakf…
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It’s been more than 20 years since Richard Hatch won the first season of "Survivor." Since then, the Rhode-Islander has embraced his "naked guy" brand and competed in "Celebrity Apprentice," "Survivor All Stars," and "The Biggest Loser." He also served a federal prison sentence for tax evasion. Richard joins us to talk about who’s catching his eye …
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This episode takes a deep dive into education in the Ocean State. First up, Michelle San Miguel interviews educator David Upegui, who grew up experiencing homelessness, and has now received the nation’s highest honor for STEM teachers. He shares his unique outlook on how he has improved—and even saved—students’ lives. Then, we take a second look at…
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URI Political Science Professor Emily Lynch, Watchdog RI Chairman Ken Block, and The Public’s Radio Ian Donnis join Moderator Jim Hummel to discuss Gov. McKee’s plan to phase out gas-powered vehicles, an interview with Sec. of State Gregg Amore on the voting laws in RI, plus the pros and cons of same-day voter registration.…
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What’s the impact of having fewer Head Start classrooms? How has gun violence affected our young people? How does asthma relate to attendance in school? The organization Rhode Island Kids Count has been providing answers to these kinds of questions for nearly 30 years in its annual fact book. We talk to the executive director of Kids Count, Paige C…
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When Connecticut finds a way to steal a third of Rhode Island's land, John Clarke fights to keep their colony intact. My Favorite Books on this Topic: God, War, and Providence: The Epic Struggle of Roger Williams and the Narragansett Indians Against the Puritans of New England by James A. Warren Colonial Rhode Island: A History by Sydney V. James R…
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On this episode, Isabella Jibilian introduces us to some Brown University students who beat the odds to send a satellite called SBUDNIC to space. Their innovative design helps reduce the tons of debris that is circling the earth. Then, a second look at our Green Seeker piece on how turning the lights out helps improve the environment. Finally, in o…
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Former Chairman of the RI Democratic Party Bill Lynch, RI Republican National Committeeman Steve Frias, and Libertarian Party of RI Chairman Billy Hunt join Moderator Jim Hummel to discuss Providence suing social media companies over youth mental health, legislation introduced to allow online gaming, plus RI marijuana business unable to grow under …
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Sirens blaring, music blasting, horns beeping, ATVs -- Providence is full of noises. And those noises affect some communities more than others. Rhode Island PBS producer Michelle San Miguel and Brown Professor Erica Walker join us to talk about Walker's project examining which neighborhoods are the loudest, and what we can do to make urban noise mo…
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On this episode of Rhode Island PBS Weekly, Pamela Watts introduces us to famed underwater explorer Bob Ballard. Next, Jim Hummel talks to Providence Mayor Brett Smiley about his first hundred days in office. Finally, in our continuing My Take series, we hear from death doula Bonnie Evans who gives her thoughts on the end of life.…
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Former Mayor of Providence Angel Taveras (D), Former State Representative Doreen Costa (R ), and Political Strategist Rob Horowitz join Moderator Jim Hummel to discuss Biden running for re-election, the law enforcement officer bill of rights, plus the Providence city budget.
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The state's housing crisis is affecting our emergency departments. Rhode Island PBS producer Isabella Jibilian recently explored how residents without housing often use hospitals as a safe, warm place to stay, especially during the winter. She joins us, along with state Senator Josh Miller, who’s been arguing that Rhode Island should use Medicaid f…
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As internal factions attempt to destroy Rhode Island from within, Roger Williams fights to keep the Colony of Rhode Island united. My Favorite Books on this Topic: Roger Williams and the Creation of the American Soul: Church, State, and the Birth of Liberty by John M. Barry Colonial Rhode Island: A History by Sydney V. James Rhode Island's Founders…
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Political Contributor Bob Walsh, National Committeewoman for the RI GOP Sue Cienki and Former State Representative Nick Gorham( R ) join Moderator Jim Hummel to discuss a CD1 candidate under scrutiny, the gun control debate continues, Gov. McKee introduces his education plan, plus giant stuffies to be installed in four airports around the country.…
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In Rhode Island, we knew Nicholas Alahverdian as an advocate for Rhode Island foster children. He was notorious for spending time at the State House and lobbying officials, and he was pretty relentless about contacting reporters, including our own columnist, Dan McGowan. But law enforcement officials say he’s also a con artist and a sex offender wh…
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The Boston Globe’s Amanda Milkovits, Providence Journal Reporter Antonia Noori Farzan, and The Anchor at RIC’s Raymond Baccari join Moderator Jim Hummel to discuss possible changes to the open records act in RI, the latest on CD1 candidates, a possible state funded scholarship at RIC, plus Amanda’s investigation into Skyline’s CEO.…
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It’s been more than 10 years since part of Interstate 195 was relocated, freeing up 25 acres of prime Providence real estate. What’s happened since? And has the project lived up to its original intent? We get an update from Marc Crisafulli, the new chairman of the I-195 Redevelopment District Commission. Tips and ideas? Email us at rinews@globe.com…
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In an effort to protect their sovereignty, the radical towns around Narragansett Bay unite as one and become an official English colony. My Favorite Books on this Topic: God, War, and Providence: The Epic Struggle of Roger Williams and the Narragansett Indians Against the Puritans of New England by James A. Warren Colonial Rhode Island: A History b…
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Political Contributor Don Roach, Republican Strategist Lisa Pelosi, and Political Contributor Jim Vincent join Moderator Jim Hummel to discuss Providence Mayor Smiley’s plan to crack down on ATV use, former President Trump is arraigned in New York, plus an interview with the new leader of the RI GOP.…
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The list of people running to replace US Representative David Cicilline in Congress is getting longer every day. What is the state of the race, and who's in the best position to win? We’re joined by Brown University political science Professor Wendy Schiller and Jim Hummel, host of “A lively Experiment” on Rhode Island PBS. Tips and ideas? Email us…
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On this episode, Pamela Watts takes in-depth look at how language deprivation can cause deaf children to fall behind. Then a second look with an excerpt from a Rhode Island PBS original documentary by producer/director Dorothy Dickie – Breaking Good: Women and the War on Drugs. Finally, we revisit toy designer Khipra Nichols – one of the designers …
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Former Attorney General Arlene Violet, Former RI State Representative (D) Mike Marcello, and Attorney and Legal Analyst Lou Pulner join Moderator Jim Hummel to discuss possible candidates for CD1, former President Trump is indicted in New York, the future of the Tidewater Landing project, payday lending and more.…
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A man who made headlines promising to turn Memorial Hospital into a solution for the state’s homelessness crisis is not all that he seems. Earlier this month, our own reporter Amanda Milkovits released the first installment of her investigation into Michael Mota - a businessman who is being chased for money in multiple states by creditors, investor…
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After Anne Hutchinson is banned from Massachusetts, her followers move to Aquidneck Island and create the towns of Portsmouth and Newport. My Favorite Books on this Topic: American Jezebel: The Uncommon Life of Anne Hutchinson, the Woman Who Defied the Puritans by Eve LaPlante Changes in the Land: Indians, Colonists, and the Ecology of New England …
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On this episode, Pamela Watts profiles Alva Vanderbilt Belmont, Newport’s Gilded Age socialite who became an ardent suffragette and helped women get the vote. Then, Michelle San Miguel follows longtime Southern Rhode Island maple producer, Tom Buck for an up-close look at the process of tapping trees. Finally, a second look at producer Isabella Jib…
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The Providence Journal’s Patrick Anderson, Bartholomewtown Podcast Host Bill Bartholome, and URI Political Science Professor Emily Lynch join Moderator Jim Hummel to discuss the pause in public funding for Tidewater Landing, more candidates enter the CD2 race, plus an interview with Jed Thorp of Clean Water Action about the proposed bottle bill.…
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