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Latest Episodes
GLOBE RI + RI PBS
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Podcast: Migrant children working long hours at seafood plants in New Bedford
On the Rhode Island Report podcast, reporters for The Public’s Radio detail what went into and came out of their two-year investigation into seafood processing plants in New Bedford.
GLOBE RI + RI PBS
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‘Indigenous intelligence ... goes back thousands of years’: Listening to ancient Native voices in modern times
On the Rhode Island Report podcast, producer Gary Glassman and director Daniel Golding talk about “Language is Life,” an Rhode Island PBS episode about the value of Native American languages.
PODCAST
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From Johnston to Hollywood: R.I.’s Aria Mia Loberti stars in Netflix’s ‘All the Light We Cannot See’
On the R.I. Report podcast, Loberti explains why she auditioned with no acting experience, and shares the childhood ordeal that compels her to advocate for the blind community.
GLOBE RI + RI PBS
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Podcast: A big win for Gabe Amo, mixed results for local bond issues
On the Rhode Island Report podcast, the Globe’s Steph Machado and Jim Hummel of “A Lively Experiment” on R.I. PBS, analyze the results of Tuesday’s special elections and local ballot questions.
PODCAST
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Amid mental health crisis, R.I. program helps youth turn the corner
On the Rhode Island Report podcast, the Rev. Lauri Smalls talks about the pandemic’s toll and calls for more state funding for residential programs that keep youth in Rhode Island.
RI REPORT + RI PBS
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Podcast: Folk singer Chance Emerson on building his music career in New England
On the Rhode Island Report podcast, folk-rock singer and songwriter Chance Emerson talks about Providence’s music scene, his latest album, and juggling fame and college.
PODCAST
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R.I. congressional candidates weigh in on Israel, the economy, guns, and abortion
On the Rhode Island Report podcast, Republican Gerry Leonard Jr. and Democrat Gabe Amo also address whether former president Donald Trump violated the peaceful transfer of power.
RI REPORT PODCAST
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Ruth Simmons recounts her journey from daughter of sharecroppers to trailblazing Ivy League president
On the Rhode Island Report, the former Brown University president talks about the importance of teachers, the US Supreme Court ruling on affirmative action, and legacy admissions to college.
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RI CRIME
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Driver who allegedly fired at East Providence residence from SUV facing more than 100 counts
With bullets scattered in the roadway, police chased the Florida man in his ammo-laden vehicle Friday in a wild pursuit before the suspect crashed, fled on foot and was arrested. 2 hours ago
RHODE MAP
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A wicked meaningful Rhode Island gift guide
It's our third year of offering Rhode Map readers ideas for holiday giving, and this year we have a special guest suggesting how we can shop local. 2 hours ago
INNOVATOR Q&A
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Many Americans ration insulin to save money. One nonprofit is trying to make the life-saving drug more affordable.
Eric Moyal is the founder and executive director of Project Insulin, a Providence-based nonprofit working to ensure that every American has access to affordable insulin.
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Vermont shooting victims relying on friendship as they recover: ‘Their bond is really getting them through this’
As the three Palestinian college students shot on Thanksgiving weekend in Vermont recover from the attack, they’re relying on their deep connections to one another to cope.
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Local vets urge caution but not panic over ‘mystery’ respiratory illness found in dogs
Boston-area veterinarians said they have received a surge of calls from concerned dog owners following media reports about the “mystery illness,” which in some cases has developed into pneumonia and even led to death.
RI POLITICS
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R.I. Ethics Commission appointee resigns after Globe investigation into sexual harassment complaints
Governor Daniel McKee’s office “acknowledges vetting process was not adequate.”
RI ENVIRONMENT
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Rhode Island is investing in trees to mitigate the effects of climate change. East Providence is helping lead the way.
A group of neighbors from East Providence sparked the momentum, which is now spreading statewide, and bringing in more than $1.5 million in federal forestry grants.
RHODE MAP
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🏀 The perfect way to pay tribute to Bill Reynolds
Officials at the R.I. Convention Center Authority will pay tribute to the late Providence Journal sports columnist by naming the media room at the AMP after him.