Moore Than Politics

What happens when young people discover that their voices really can make a difference? In Episode 27 of Moore Than Politics, State Senator Michael Moore sits down with Echo Louissaint Collins, founder of 508 C.H.E.E.R.S., a Worcester-based organization dedicated to empowering young people through community service, leadership, advocacy, and civic engagement. Founded in 2022 in response to rising...

What happens when the people we depend on to keep us safe are working in buildings that may be putting their own health at risk? In this episode of Moore Than Politics, State Senator Michael Moore sits down with filmmaker Tommy J. Dwyer and Jason Burns, executive director of the Last Call Foundation and a Fall River firefighter, to discuss the documentary Burning Down the House and the often unsee...

What happens when a simple idea to make people happy turns into a successful business? In Episode 25 of Moore Than Politics, State Senator Michael Moore sits down with Briana "Bri" Azier, founder and owner of Bri's Sweet Treats in Worcester, to talk about the unexpected journey that turned homemade treats created during the pandemic into a growing local business. Bri didn't start as a chocolatier....

In Episode 24 of Moore Than Politics, State Senator Michael Moore sits down with Brian Doyle, Executive Director of the Center for Applied Behavioral Instruction (CABI), and Melissa Belsito, Director of Student Services, to discuss the highly specialized educational services CABI provides for students on the autism spectrum with significant behavioral and learning needs. Founded in 2014, CABI was...

In Episode 23 of Moore Than Politics, State Senator Michael Moore sits down with Dave Minasian of the North Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters, Local 336, for a wide-ranging conversation about the skilled trades, organized labor, and the future of the construction workforce in Massachusetts. With more than 30,000 members represented across the Northeast, the North Atlantic States Regio...

In this episode of More Than Politics, State Senator Michael Moore sits down with Dave Charbonneau, the new President of the Massachusetts Elks Association, to take a closer look at an organization that has been serving communities for generations. With approximately 37,000 members across 54 Massachusetts lodges, the Elks support an impressive range of charitable and community programs. Dave discu...

In this episode of More Than Politics, State Senator Michael Moore sits down with Dr. Bruce Moore, Professor Emeritus at the New England College of Optometry and Co-Chair of the Children's Vision Massachusetts Coalition, to discuss an issue affecting thousands of children across the Commonwealth: undiagnosed vision problems. Dr. Moore explains how untreated vision issues can significantly impact a...

In this thought-provoking episode of More Than Politics, State Senator Michael Moore welcomes Cesar Fernandez, Head of U.S. State and Local Government Relations at Anthropic, one of the world's leading artificial intelligence research companies and the creator of Claude AI. Together, they explore the extraordinary opportunities—and very real challenges—presented by the rapid advancement of artific...

In this episode of More Than Politics, State Senator Michael Moore visits Spicy Water Distillery in Millbury, Massachusetts, to sit down with founder Barry and explore the journey of turning a passion for craft spirits into a thriving local business. Barry shares how he transitioned from corporate America to entrepreneurship, the challenges of launching a craft distillery during the COVID-19 pande...

In this fascinating episode of More Than Politics, State Senator Michael Moore sits down with Dr. Alissa Haddaji, founder and director of the Space Consortium and Massachusetts Space Week, for an eye-opening conversation about Massachusetts’ growing role in the space industry and the future of space exploration. Dr. Haddaji shares how the Space Consortium connects researchers, educators, students,...

In this episode of More Than Politics, State Senator Michael Moore welcomes veteran broadcasters Hank Stolz and Ben White of the Radio Worcester Network and Talk of the Commonwealth for a wide-ranging conversation about the evolution of local media, the rise of digital platforms, and the challenges of delivering trustworthy information in an increasingly fragmented media landscape. Drawing on deca...

In this episode of More Than Politics, State Senator Michael Moore sits down with the leadership team from CASA Project Worcester County — Executive Director Julie Bowditch and Training & Advocate Supervisor Krissie Shaw — to discuss the critical role Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) play in the lives of children involved in the juvenile court and foster care systems. The conversation...

In this episode of More Than Politics, State Senator Michael Moore sits down with Governor’s Councilor Paul DePalo to discuss the important — and often misunderstood — role of the Massachusetts Governor’s Council. Representing District 7 across Central Massachusetts, Councilor DePalo explains how the Governor’s Council advises and consents on judicial appointments, parole board members, pardons, c...

In this episode of More Than Politics, State Senator Michael Moore sits down with Jon Weaver, President & CEO of Massachusetts Biomedical Initiatives (MBI), to explore the growth of the life sciences industry in Worcester and across Central Massachusetts. MBI, the state’s oldest life sciences incubator, has helped launch nearly 200 companies, creating over 1,800 jobs and generating more than $...

In this episode of More Than Politics, State Senator Michael Moore is joined by Beth Casavant, Vice Chair of the Shrewsbury Select Board, and Carlos Garcia, Clerk of the Select Board, for a wide-ranging conversation about the issues shaping the future of Shrewsbury. Together, they discuss Shrewsbury’s form of government study, what it means for the town’s future, and why examining local government...

March is Maple Syrup Month in Massachusetts, and on this episode of More Than Politics, State Senator Michael Moore sits down with Bruce Hopper of Pure BS Maple Shack in Auburn to talk about the sweet science of maple sugaring. What started as a childhood memory and a passion project has grown into a successful local business rooted in family, community, and tradition. Bruce shares how he got star...

In this episode of More Than Politics, State Senator Michael Moore sits down with Bob O’Koniewski, Executive Vice President of the Massachusetts State Automobile Dealers Association (MSADA), for an in-depth conversation about the rapidly changing landscape of the auto industry and public policy. The MSADA represents more than 400 franchise new car and truck dealerships across Massachusetts, advoca...

In this powerful and deeply important episode of More Than Politics, State Senator Michael Moore sits down with former Worcester Juvenile Court Judge Carol Erskine and nationally recognized child welfare strategist Maureen Flatley to examine systemic failures within the child welfare system — and what must change to protect vulnerable children. The conversation centers on the heartbreaking cases o...

State Senator Michael Moore visits New England Studios in Devens for an in-depth conversation on Massachusetts’ film and TV industry—and what it means for local jobs and the regional economy. Joined by General Manager Gary Crossen and IATSE Local 481 Business Manager Chris O’Donnell, Senator Moore explores how studio infrastructure and the state’s film tax credit helped grow a skilled local crew b...

Worcester Mayor Joe Petty joins State Senator Michael Moore for a candid conversation about Worcester’s priorities and the broader issues affecting Massachusetts communities. They discuss recent national incidents involving federal agents and protests, how those events influence public trust and public safety, and the fear such actions can create in immigrant communities. Petty shares why accounta...

State Senator Michael Moore sits down with Mary Anne Marsh (WCVB Channel 5 / BBC political analyst) to break down two major headlines shaping Massachusetts and the nation: the escalating health care affordability crisis and the U.S. intervention in Venezuela—and what both could mean heading into the 2026 midterm elections. They discuss how expiring or changing Affordable Care Act premium tax credi...

State Senator Michael Moore sits down with Chris Marvin (U.S. Army veteran, former Blackhawk helicopter pilot, and Everytown for Gun Safety consultant) to discuss Massachusetts’ updated gun safety legislation and the push for live fire training in firearm safety courses.

In this episode Senator Moore speaks to representatives from the Shrewsbury, Auburn and Westborough Youth & Family Services.

In this episode, Senator Moore discusses local economic issues with representatives from the Worcester Regional, Corridor 9 and Blackstone Valley Chambers of Commerce.