WBCA Podcasts

Rochelle Jones reminds us that nothing is impossible, so long as we continue working towards our goals. She highlights the importance of positive thinking and work, so that we may reap what we sow.

Host Ken Meyer interviews Fred Diodati of the popular quartet The Four Aces about his half-century of incredible experiences being a part of the group, traveling around the world and stories from the road, the reception of the group over the years, & more!

Haywood Fennell speaks to Lowell Ward, founder of Building Black Better. Lowell shares his story of growing up in Boston and going in and out of prison from age 13 to 50. He discusses what finally got him to turn his life around, and how he now works to uplift others. They talk about the realities of life in prison, and discuss the need for greater support for formerly incarcerated individuals in...

Join Dale and Tim for some biscuits, sausage, gravy, and eggs!

Tonight on Talk of the Neighborhoods, City Council President Ed Flynn joins us on the first half to talk about his leadership of the legislative body as his two-year term is about to end. Then, on the second half, David Halbert, Exec. Dir. of the Progressive Mass. Funders Collaborative, joins us to talk about the latest news from Boston City Hall, the year ahead in politics.

Host Brendan O'Connell and guest Adam Schwend (Western Regional Director of States Affairs, Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America Organization) discuss how Adam became involved in the pro-life movement, SBA Organization's coverage of the western states, pro-life politics and laws after the Dobbs decision, preventing the increase of chemical abortions, the Comstock Act, & more.

Host Sharon Hinton and guests Edwin Sumpter (Community Activist), Pamela King (Board Trustee, Spirit & Truth Baptist Ministries) and Trippetta Simmons (Board Clerk, Spirit & Truth Baptist Ministries) discuss the attack on black churches in Boston that are being foreclosed on to make way for luxury housing. The plight of Spirit & Truth Ministry's foreclosure. The negative effects of rem...

Host Larry Higginbottom advocates for ADOS redeveloping a code of conduct and standards in the wake of inherently racist laws and conditions. How people, especially youths, should consider presenting themselves better. Antisemitism and some of the detrimental politics of the US backing Israel in the current conflict. The difference of obscene lyrics of Hip Hop music as free speech compared to hate...

Downtown Crossing Holiday Market, BPS Showcase Of Schools, The Boston Peoples' Reparations Commission 1st community meeting in Dorchester, New Agreement with Boston Police Patrolmen Association, Andala Coffee House bringing the taste of Jerusalem and Palestinian culture to Cambridge, Found Boston Open Vintage Market, Urban Edge's Angel Padilla Interview.

Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "The Boy and the Heron", "Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce", "Godzilla Minus One", and "Napoleon" (2023). Mr. Burke also gives a spoken word preview of movies subject to being released in theaters and/or on streaming for the week of December 10th - 15th, 2023.

Rochelle reflects on the hectic holiday season, reminding us of the importance of stillness, reflection, and internal peace. With readings from Joshua 1:8, Exodus 15:13, Matthew 6:25-34, and Ephesians 1:18-20.

Vivian speaks with Glorya Fernandez, the CEO of gogobytes. Gogobytes is an organization that works to improve food access for low-income families through live cooking demonstrations and more. They discuss how gogobytes came about, and the need to eat healthy food as an integral part of a healthy life. Also discussed: local organizations and programs working to improve access to healthy food and nu...

Host Haywood Fennel is joined by staff from Whittier St. Health Center Louis Myers, Rukia Ali, J Hilton, and Lamar Booth. They share how they are helping the local community with healthcare at Whittier St. Health Center, the services they provide, and the challenges and successes of their work.

Former head of Boston Police Sex Trafficking Unit Donna Gavin & Executive Director of Democrats for Education Reform Mary Tamer.

Michael Reyes, host of The Tape Deck Hour on WBCA, shares how he got involved with the station. He discusses his radio show and other creative pursuits, as well as his Cuban heritage!

Rochelle Jones, host of Never Give Up on WBCA, shares how she started hosting her show. Rochelle also discusses her efforts to lift up others outside of the show, as well as her recent foray into scuba diving.

Rachel Miselman discusses how antisemitism is not taken seriously and the stereotyping of jewish people. How white people can be the targets of racism too. The intention of Hamas and the support of the Palestinian people. Congress woman Elise Stefanik questioning college presidents.

Host Brendan O'Connell and guest Day Gardner (Founder & President of National Black Pro-Life Union) talk about her involvement in the pro-life movement, her successes in helping women and spreading pro-life information, some politics of the pro-life movement, alternatives to abortion, and some of her confrontations with planned parenthood supporters.

Host Larry Higginbottom expresses how our freedom of speech is being weaponized against us and how disagreeing with the Israel-Palestine conflict narrative is used against people. How the corporate media ignores the history of the conflict and how important it is that people read and research for themselves. Support for Israel through lobbying and weapons. Voting to end the ceasefire. 

Host KT and Co-Host Jen spin and discuss tracks from several episodes of WBCA Presents recorded in WBCA studio!

Host Sharon Hinton and guest community activist and journalist Edwin Sumpter discuss national and local reparations for slavery and the history and activism for reparations.

Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "Wish", "Trolls Band Together", "May December", "Family Switch", and "Dream Scenario". Mr. Burke also gives a spoken-word preview of movies subject to being released into theaters on December 8th, 2023.

Rochelle discusses forgiving and forgetting, and learning from our mistakes. With readings from John 10:4 and Psalm 27:13-14.

Annual Roslindale Christmas Tree Lighting in Roslindale Sq., Muddy River Restoration Project, Guaranteed Basic Income Project Proposal, 10th Annual Santa Scramble Golf Tournament, Franciscan Children's Adaptive Sports Program, Winter Weather Safety Tips, Reporter Ivy Scott interview about the "We Found Love" podcast.

Host Haywood Fennell is joined by Pamela King. They talk about her efforts to save the Spirit and Truth Baptist Church. Also discussed: The People's Academy and its founder by T. Michael Thomas, The Oscar Micheaux Theater Program, and Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI).