Lee Stabert

Explain Boston to Me

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Podcaster and Philly transplant Lee Stabert learns about Boston. She'll never be a native, but she might just learn to speak the language.

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Lee Stabert

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The Boston Marathon with Kevin Koczwara 02.08.2023 44:30

Today, things are taking a slightly more serious turn. It can’t be all orange dinosaurs and curbside sectionals over here. We’re talking about the Boston Marathon, and we can’t really do that without also talking about the 2013 Marathon Bombing. With help from journalist Kevin Koscwara, I learn about what this annual event means to the region . #BostonStrong Send us a text Hosted by Simplecast, a...

The North Shore and Rte. 1 with Desirée Dugas 26.07.2023 29:18

Today, we’re talking about the North Shore, and about Route 1 — that mecca of kitsch and nostalgia — in particular. To learn more, I spoke with a woman who’s mom was sent into labor by a lobster pie at Hilltop Steakhouse. Send us a text Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Allston Christmas with Matt Shearer 12.07.2023 29:52

On the first ever episode of "Explain Boston to Me," we’re talking about Allston Christmas, the smorgasbord of free curbside stuff that happens every September 1. To explain this phenomenon — and to give the overall scoop on Allston — host Lee Stabert is chatting with Matt Shearer, a reporter for WBZ News Radio. You might have heard him over the airwaves, but if you’re under 40 you’re probably mo...