Liz Speaks Podcast

In this episode, Gideon Epstein, Policy Counsel from the ACLU of Massachusetts, dives deep into ALPRs (automatic license plate readers) operated by companies like Flock and the constitutional risks they pose. He also contextualizes these issues as they relate to current events in Quincy, MA. This episode will also feature a conversation with Quincy Residents for Accountability, a group of communit...

On this episode of the Liz Speaks Podcast, Liz interviews Kim Driscoll, Massachusetts Lieutenant Governor. Kim talks about her background and provides insight into the priorities of the Healey-Driscoll administration after the midterms. She also discusses what young people can do to get involved in their communities.  Learn more about  Massachusetts Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll: https://www.ki...

On this episode of the Liz Speaks Podcast, Liz interviews Diana DiZoglio, Massachusetts State Auditor. Diana discusses the 2024 audit mandate, Massachusetts Ballot Question 1, putting power back in the hands of the people, and more.  Learn more about State Auditor, Diana DiZoglio: https://www.facebook.com/AuditorMA Learn more about Question 1 on the Massachusetts Ballot: https://ballotpedia.org/Ma...

On this episode of the Liz Speaks Podcast, Liz interviews Andrea James, candidate for governor of Massachusetts. Andrea talks about her background, why she is running for governor, and what it is like to run as an Independent in Massachusetts. Voters will weigh in on the governor’s race on November 3rd.  Learn more about Andrea James: https://www.ajforma.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/and...

CW: Lindsay Clancy trial and information related to postpartum depression On this episode of the Liz Speaks Podcast, Liz discusses the Lindsay Clancy trial and postpartum depression. She also talks about Flock cameras and cyberbullying in Quincy, MA, which were the subject of discussion at the City Council meeting on 9/8/2026.  Then, Liz interviews Rae Ettenger, the Wyss Policy and Advocacy Fellow...

CW: domestic violence, gun violence, and suicide On this episode of the Liz Speaks Podcast, Liz speaks with Ruth Zakarin – CEO of the Massachusetts Coalition to Prevent Gun Violence and Chair of Yes for a Safe Massachusetts – about Massachusetts Ballot Question 9, which would stop the gun lobby from repealing the Massachusetts's gun safety laws. Ruth breaks down this ballot question, and why y...

On this episode of the Liz Speaks Podcast, Liz discusses how hate is proliferated on social media, and how it can distract us and keep us from engaging in real issues in our community. She also touches on the Lindsay Clancy case, the rhetoric surrounding her trial, and how this connects to the office of District Attorney.  Then, Liz speaks with Norma Shulman, the Chair of Yes on Election Day Regis...

*** NOTE: Since filming we have learned that the measure discussed in this episode will be ballot QUESTION 1 in the November 3rd general election *** On this episode of the Liz Speaks Podcast, Liz talks to Joe Murphy from A Just Quincy who breaks down current public records laws in Massachusetts and how one community handles public records requests.  Then, Liz interviews Scotia Hille from Act on M...

On this episode of the Liz Speaks Podcast, Liz chats with Viviana Abreu-Hernández and Gregg Grenier from the Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center (MassBudget). Viviana and Gregg from MassBudget break down the 62F “tax cap” ballot initiative, which would limit the amount of tax revenue the state can raise and limit public investments. They provide insight into who is backing this initiative and w...

This is part three of a three-part series in which Liz interviews six candidates running for Norfolk County District Attorney (DA).  On this episode of the Liz Speaks Podcast, Liz chats with Democratic candidates Macy Lee and Greg Connor. Both candidates talk about why they decided to run for DA in Norfolk County and what unique experiences and skills they would bring to the office. They also shar...

This is part two of a three-part series in which Liz interviews six candidates running for Norfolk County District Attorney (DA).  On this episode of the Liz Speaks Podcast, Liz chats with Democratic candidates Adam Deitch and Jim Barakat. Both candidates talk about why they decided to run for DA in Norfolk County and what changes they would make to the office. They also give their takes on the hi...

This is part one of a three part series in which Liz interviews six candidates running for Norfolk County District Attorney (DA).  On this episode of the Liz Speaks Podcast, Liz chats with Democratic candidates Djuna Perkins and Craig MacLellan. Both candidates talk about why they decided to run for DA in Norfolk County and what changes they would make to the office. They also give their takes on...

On this episode of the Liz Speaks Podcast, Liz discusses the potential relocation of the Mollie Hirshberg Early Intervention (MHEI) Center at the end of June, an issue raised by Quincy parents at the June 1 Quincy City Council meeting. Liz shares clips of the parents as they describe the impact of this move on their babies, and provides calls to action (see links below). Patrick Roath, Democratic...

Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Liz Speaks Podcast. In this episode, Liz talks about the advocacy from the community over 5 years that culminated in a recent passage of Lunar New Year as a holiday in Quincy Public Schools. She also discusses a local court decision to not move forward with domestic assault charges against a former City of Quincy department head. Quincy City Councilor Maggie...