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I give my perspective on what I witnessed during the Boston Police's raid against the Emerson College Encampment and then share my thoughts on why Wu did this.

I look at Mayor Michelle Wu's proposed FY25 budget and ask the question: Is this in line with her public image or is it just more of the same from the Walsh Administration?

I interview investigative reporter Susan Zalkind on her new book The Waltham Murders: One Woman's Pursuit to Expose the Truth Behind a Murder and a National Tragedy.

I look at the biography and history of newly elected District 3 Boston City Councilor John FitzGerald

I look at the recent Boston City Council meeting to absorb BPDA properties, positions, and planning department into the City's grasp. In a 8-3-2 vote, I break down the politics and behind-the-scenes dynamics that make the City Council such a fascinating political body.

I go through the history of White Stadium and why I support the proposed partnership with the NWSL.

I interview Stephanie Rosario Rodriguez, Senior Director of Programs for Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy Coalition about the state of immigration here in Massachusetts

I look at the surprising announcement by Councilor Murphy that she is running for Clerk of the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court and first have to figure out what this is and does it even matter?

I look at the rise of John Francis "Honey Fitz" Fitzgerald, the Progressive Movement that went after the spoils system here in Boston, and why the State House controls our liquor. This is Part 2, go back to the previous episode for this to make sense!

To answer the question of why Boston needs to go begging to the statehouse to increase our liquor licenses you need to know A LOT of history, which I provide for you! Irish immigration, the Know Nothings, Eugentics, Disease, Alcohol, the Kennedys, this one has it all! Definitely a part 1 of who knows how many.

I look through a recent Suffolk poll to get into the mind of the Massachusetts voter.... and it's horrifying.

I am joined by 3 parents from the John D. O’Bryant School of Mathematics and Science to discuss Wu's plans to relocate the school to West Roxbury. How to get involved: Don't Move O'B Coalition dontmoveobcoalition@gmail.com Black Community Information Center, Inc. (617) 427-2522 Boston Educational Justice Alliance info@bostonedjustice.org For Parents at the O'Bryant obryantparentcou...

I look back on the events leading up to Ed Flynn's trip to Israel and what "lessons" he took away from it.

I look through the ward/precinct data in the past election to answer the question, "Did the Anti-Vax candidates have any political relevancy?" and spoiler alert but no, they did not. (still listen to the episode though!) However, I did pick up on an alarming trend about Erin Murphy that I am not too thrilled with...

I interview Executive Director Ruby Reyes from the Boston Education Justice Alliance on Mayor Wu's plans for BPS. Is it that different from Mayor Walsh? What does the McKinsey consulting firm have to do with it?

I give a brief breakdown of Wu's state of the city address and then have a live recording of me listening and reacting.

I look at the last city council meeting of the previous session, the swearing-in ceremony, and the first meeting on January 1st. We hear the goodbye statements from outgoing councilors, Ruthzee's first speech as President, and I discuss the controversies of the presidential vote and of course "oathgate." I also reflect on the roles of rituals in the Boston City Council and in our gov...

I look back at the handful of big stories from 2023 to see if I have any lasting thoughts, unanswered questions, and ultimately try to figure out what direction we are all heading.

I go through the Fox News hysteria over the Elected's of Color Holiday Party and what it teaches us about conservative media and messaging.

I am once again joined by GBH reporter Tori Bedford to discuss the recent housing sweep on Mass and Cass. How did it differ from Wu's previous sweep? What is the role of the police? And will we be back again 2 years later to do it all again?

How did Michelle Wu go from calling for a 10% decrease to the Police Budget in 2020 to agreeing to a 21% increase in 2023? What did the George Floyd protests mean for Boston? We finally have our answers.

How did it take Ruthzee Louijeune only 45 hours to wrap up being the next Boston City Council President? Redistricting, a liberal media, and a more conservative city council.

I look through the highs and many many lows of Wu's second year. After receiving the grade of a C in her first year, her sophomore year was even more disastrous. Also, there is a major show announcement at the end! Support Independent Media: https://www.patreon.com/BostopiaNews Follow: Twitter/Tiktok/Instagram: Bostopia News

I give an overview of the 2023 general election and how it ultimately didn't change anything. We are still in the WUniverse and now things will just be a little quieter.

I look at the only interesting element of the At-Large city council race.