WBCA Podcasts

This week on Talk of the Neighborhoods, District 7 City Councilor Miniard Culpepper joins us at  to talk about his alternative proposal to rebuild Blue Hill Avenue, and the blowback he is receiving. Then Rev. Bruce Wall, pastor at the historic Global Ministries Church in Codman Sq., joins us to talk about his retirement after 33 years of fighting for social justice in the city.

Brendan O'Connell interviews Todd Drain (Pres. & Exec. Dir., Choose Life America) about the late Russ Hammerling & his work getting "Choose Life" license plates on the road, where the license plate proceeds go to, the work to include more states, the 3 pillars of the Choose Life organization, & more.

City of Boston & Dana-Farber Cancer Institute provide firefighters with early detection screenings for heart disease & cancer, City Hall Sessions give Bostonians a closer link & look into city government, BPS football is back with Tech Boston Academy vs. John D. O'Bryant School, upcoming events in Boston.

In this episode, the host interviews Producer and DJ Chris "The Glove" Taylor. Topics discussed include early Hip-Hop and Break culture, how the sound of Hip-Hop has developed and changed, and Taylor's childhood influences.

Rachel Miselman discusses how MA is not really a 2 party state, perils of running for election, qualms with politicians & the MA Republican Party, & more.

Larry Higginbottom discusses his view that voting does not change enough about people's material condition. He also discusses ICE, the political power or lack thereof of Black Americans, and how acquiring "high income skills" can give you more options in life.

Guests Melissa Eannuzzo and Mattie Finch!

Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "Unabomber", "Seemingly Perfect Family", and "Soul On Fire". Mr. Burke also gives a spoken-word preview of movies subject to being released into theaters and/or on streaming for the week of September 28th - October 2nd, 2026.

Host Linda and guest Taylor discuss strategies for suicide prevention and community healing.

Vivian interviews Tommy and Ruby about their show "Dumb Blondes". Topics discussed: Dancing with the Stars, Gordon Ramsey, notable episodes of "Dumb Blondes". In the second half, Viv interviews Ike Benjamin about his show, "It's in the Word".

WBCA 102.9FM's winning submission to the Alliance For Community Media's 2026 Hometown Media Awards Overall Excellence in Community Radio category! The Foundation of the Alliance for Community Media

Safiya interviews designer, stylist & makeup artist Artice Amor about NY fashion week, her fashion background, challenges of becoming an entrepreneur, suggestions for makeup, her makeup and clothing lines, her upcoming fashion events, & more!

Rochelle Jones uses examples & scripture to expound upon the topics of keeping faith during tough situations, God wants to give you an upgrade in your life & thinking, God's clarifying influence & power, & more!

Tyree & friends dive into upcoming Boston events & the history & significance of Allan & Joycelyn Edwards Way. Tyree also interviews independent author & researcher Donna Boyce & medical advocate & cancer survivor Albertha Gethers.

Sebra B interviews guest Renee Pulley about the GUIDE program for individuals with dementia and Alzheimer's.

Guest Judy Paparelli!

Open Runway outdoor fashion show in Downtown Crossing, new Roche Genentech Innovation Center at Harvard's Enterprise Research Campus, Hunger Action Month at Haley House, Blue Cross Blue Shield annual Service Day, weekend events in Boston.

This episode of "The Robe Life" is a freestyle discussion of topics including family, the Celtics, Starbucks, and horror movies.

Cuban Mic invites wrestler Showtime Tony Clash to the show to discuss his wrestling background, the demanding art & craft of wrestling, his 20+ year career, the upcoming Halloween Chaos 2 event, top 5 wrestlers & matches, & more!

Haywood Fennell speaks to author Devon McNeil. Devon began dealing drugs at 12 years old, and was incarcerated at 22, but decided to turn his life around and provide opportunities for youth in Boston through his organization Not On My Watch Mentoring, Inc. Learn about his three books and what inspired them, and hear Devon and Haywood discuss the importance of supporting your community.

This week on Talk of the Neighborhoods, City Council President Liz Breadon joins us to talk about the challenges of leading the council this term, and, closer to home, her efforts to tame the drunken college 'brats' disrupting her District 9 neighborhoods in Allston-Brighton. Then on the second half, Downtown Boston Alliance President Michael Nichols joins us to talk about his organization's effor...

Brendan O'Connell speaks to Kathi A. Aultman, MD FACOG about her experience giving women abortions and her path to becoming a pro-life advocate.

Author David Helvarg visits New England Aquarium to share his book The Forest of the Sea, 26th Annual South Boston Street Fest, Roslindale's Annual Porch Fest, Acupuncture for Pip the penguin, upcoming Boston events.

Rachel Miselman discusses respect in multiculturalism, politicians ingratiating themselves, depravity & inorganic wealth in politics, uninformed voting, high cost of living in Boston & MA, exodus from Boston, & more.

Larry Higginbottom discusses his view that Black Americans lack political power in the United States. He proposes that his community focuses more on economic development than fighting for civil rights.