WBCA Podcasts

Discovering The Law, with host and attorney Lucy Rivera, welcomes President of the Boston Bar Association Matthew McTygue to inform us of diverse law resources available to our greater community. The Boston Bar Association (BBA) is a volunteer-based nonprofit organization with over 15,000 professional members and 140 institutional partners serving Boston through their mission to advance the highest standards of practice in the legal profession and facilitate access to justice, all while fostering a diverse and inclusive professional community. Matthew introduces the four pillars of the association and how they intend to create amore accessible platform for law practices and advocate...

Sharon Hinton speaks to Talia Whyte, worker-owner at the Rozzie Bound Co-op Bookstore, a community-owned bookstore that promotes literacy and freedom of speech. Talia shares how a cooperative works, explains what community-owners and consumer-owners are, and discusses the importance of reading. Learn about how you can support independent book stores in the midst of book bannings, tariffs, and other threats.

To find out about upcoming events at Rozzie Bound, you can visit rozziebound.com

Deborah Shariff and co-host Linda Solomon interview Dr. Aminah Fernandes Pilgrim and Dr. Carine Sauvignon about implementing a Black Studies Associate's Degree at Massasoit Community College. This episode continues the conversation in a series highlighting the importance of Black Studies in academia and their development. The doctors join our hosts to inform us of their efforts, along with many others in higher education, to meet with students at the intersection of academic development and social justice issues. There is a phenomenal opportunity to impact the future of our communities through an education on how the black experience contributes to...

Never Give Up heats up this week with a burning question for when things get real. What do you do when your faith gets tired? Host Rochelle Jones is joined by Cassandra Desrosiers to explore ways in which personal faith can be reinvigorated and how to overcome trials of spiritual fatigue. Words of encouragement are offered up by the program where giving up is not an option. Cassandra and Rochelle remind us that faith is strengthened through trials and belief is the way through. Belief calls for new ways of thinking at times and how we feel can be rested by...

Guest long-time radio veteran Nancy Quill!

After two years of renovations, the Condon Swimming Pool reopens in South Boston. Mayor Wu fights for better summer learning programmings like the Level Ground Mixed Martial Arts Academy in Dorchester. Hear an interview with Nicole Stewart, Executive Director from Boston CASA, an organization that recruits, trains, and supports court-appointed special advocate volunteers for children who have suffered abuse and neglect. Hear a brief segment from the celebration of the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday at the Massachusetts State House.

Jazz guitarist Fred Woodard visits the studio to tell us about the Dudley Jazz Festival. This free festival, now in its 9th year, will feature Donna McElroy, Temidayo Balogun, Fred Woodard, and Kurtis Rivers. It's from 12-6pm at the Mary Hannon Playground, 621 Dudley St, Dorchester. Learn what inspired Fred to start this festival, and how he works year-round to make jazz more accessible to everyone in Boston.

Cuban Mic speaks to Amalia Daché, an Afro-Cuban American scholar who is an Assistant Professor at Penn Graduate School of Education. She shares her experience coming to America during the Mariel boatlift and the generational trauma of that experience. They also talk about racial injustice being left out of the conversation when people discuss Cuba, and raise concerns about the Pan-Africanism, Black Solidarity, and Black Lives Matter movements in their views of Cuba. Amalia and Cuban Mic also discuss how propaganda from the Cuban regime influences people's view of the country, and sometimes overshadows the lived experiences of Afro-Cubans.

You can't change if you can't change your thinking. Haywood Fennell hosts fellow podcaster Gus Beverly, of Evolve And Resolve, who joins The Other Page Radio to share some words of encouragement with the audience. Gus tells us about his transition through trials with addiction to the evolution of being a creator for a program focused on helping youth overcome the struggles of modern society. The streets are learning grounds with experiences too large to bear for many but some learn to see through life's lessons and look inside to find the catalysts for change. That change requires trust...

Guests Chris Faraone (Boston Institute for Non-Profit Journalism) & Anthony Davis Jr. (Founder and CEO, The Davis  System, LLC.).

Brendan O'Connell is joined by Mackenzie Ayers, a social media specialist from Kansans for Life, who discusses the fundamentals of using social media to amplify the pro-life message. Ayers details the importance of knowing your audience, branding, messaging, data tracking, and maintaining accurate supporter lists. She also discusses the benefits and drawbacks of different forms of social media outreach, including short-form video content, mass emailing, podcasting, and digital ads.

Independence Day celebrations at 2025 Harbor Fest, Chinatown Main Street Festival, interview with Boston Public Library President David Leonard about renaming the Nubain Sq. BPL Roxbury Branch Library to The Shaw Roxbury Branch memorializing late great journalist Sarah-Ann Shaw.

Host Larry Higginbottom expresses his views on the outrageous amount of money the country has spent on immigration in the past decades, America prioritizing illegal immigrants over its own citizens, Boston not keeping records of its immigration spending, taxpayers funding a slush fund in the name of immigration, black Americans being undermined by their own politicians, & more.

Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "Jurassic World: Rebirth", "40 Acres", "Tatami", and "Hot Milk". Mr. Burke also gives a spoken word preview of movies subject to being released into theaters for the week of July 7th - 11th, 2025.

Deborah Shariff and co-host Linda Solomon interview Dr. Aminah Fernandes Pilgrim and Dr. Carine Sauvignon about implementing a Black Studies Associate's Degree at Massasoit Community College.

C'est La Vie! is a show where we meet life where it's at with our host, Brooklyn Ang. The themes to this week's topics are protecting your heart and guarding your space. "Words have power" remains a powerful statement and our host warns of ways we fan our flames and make some room to breathe. Discernment and conscious choices in life are essential to who you are and life as we make it-- as changes come your way mind the flow. Join your girl Brooklyn Ang to set the tone and tune into your higher vibrations on Mondays. Music by R...

Cassandra Desrosiers, founder of Desro Digital, joins our host Rochelle Jones to share her experience of oceanic reawakening to God's calling, faith and commitment to higher purpose through baptism. A discussion of dreams and vision coming to fruition. Inner voices and urges bring many to question strength and resolve in their mission and Cassandra welcomes listeners to aids she has found in her quest for answers along the journey. Faith and the entrepreneur spirit match to meet in conversation in this week's episode of Never Give Up with Rochelle Jones.

Host Sebra B. and guest Melanie Sturrup, RDH talk about dental health and hygiene and how you teeth are a vital part to keeping you body healthy.

Host Sebra B. and guest Melanie Sturrup, RDH talk about dental health and hygiene and how you teeth are a vital part of keeping you body healthy.

Author Michael J. Hayde!

The Other Page Radio is all about helping the people, among them U.S. Veterans. Playwright, novelist, poet and U.S. Veteran Ed Bullins is celebrated for his works and contributions to the artistic community and American culture. The Harlem Renaissance is revisited and our host Haywood Fennell introduces us to some of its great contributors in theatre and music. Veterans' viewpoints on veterans' needs and services are voiced and request better representation in today's culture and the current political landscape. Recovery and its struggles are validated though thankfulness and humility towards those that lend a hand to safety once we real...

Join Dale and Cheryl for a delicious wild rice casserole.

Host Rachel Miselman addresses those in politics and those running for office, and discusses those who lack necessary skills, those who treat people as stupid, and those who talk too much.

Sharon Hinton speaks to Antonia Edwards about the specific meaning of Juneteenth, Boston's Reparations Task Force, and more. Antonia discusses terms such as Foundational Black Americans and American Descendants of Slaves and the importance of distinguishing the histories of particular groups, as well as the need to use the term 'American Freedmen' when advocating for legislation surrounding reparations. Domingos Darosa calls into the show to discuss the state of Boston and his mayoral run.

Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "F1: The Movie", "M3GAN 2.0", "Bride Hard", "Materialists", and "Art for Everybody". Mr. Burke also runs down some of the movies subject to being released into theaters for the week of June 30th - July 4th, 2025.

Host Brooklyn Ang shares a "sizzling tale" sent to her: what happens when a mother gets involved with a daughter's ex?

Guest Ed Robertson!

2025 Pizza Festival, South End Brunch Club honors Mel King, Greater Boston Food Bank's annual state-wide Food Access Report, interview with co-curator Tess Lukey about the Triennial 2025 "The Exchange".

Moriah Phillips and Seba Molnar stop by the studio to discuss the Boston Jazz Foundation and the 5th Annual Charles River Jazz Festival at the Herter Park Amphitheater in Allston, July 12th 2025. For more information: bostonjazzfoundation.org/crjf

Cuban Mic speaks to Alian Collazo about the upcoming play The Walls Got Ears at the Doral Cultural Arts Center in Miami, as well as Alian's experience growing up in Cuba and fleeing the country with his mother at just eight years old.

Join Dale, Cheryl, and their special guest Blaine Deutscher as they make cake in a cup and some delicious chicken wings.

WBCA 102.9FM's winning submission to the Alliance For Community Media's 2025 Hometown Media Awards Overall Excellence in Community Radio category!

2025 HOMETOWN MEDIA AWARDS 

The Foundation of the Alliance for Community Media

Rachel Miselman discusses her opinions on recent political violence, including the Minnesota lawmaker shootings and the incident in which Ohio Congressman Max Miller was run off of the road while driving. Miselman then pivots to talk about taking pride in whatever you do, regardless of perceived status or importance. Finally, Miselman talks about the rising cost of living and declining quality of life in Massachusetts.

Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "Elio", "28 Years Later", "The Life of Chuck", and "Sister Midnight". Mr. Burke also gives a spoken-word preview of movies subject to being released into theaters for the week of Jun 23rd - 27th, 2025.

In this installment of Urban Empowerment Today, Deborah Shariff and Linda Solomon discuss AI. They talk about the jobs it will take away and create, tools you can use to start learning about artificial intelligence, and the importance of staying up-to-date with technology.

This week's episode of C'est La Vie offers strong words of encouragement-- an opportunity for discussion on being elevated by the elements to confidence with Brooklyn Ang. Our host shares her experience as a confident woman and how people take offense to another's confidence and self-esteem. Do not be discouraged by difficult times and disparaging words. Open up to available supports within you while expressing your vision. Shine your light and don't be dimmed when darkness surrounds you. Music by Lost Cat.

Rochelle Jones & Sister Queen Shaw talk about a program called "Ms. Beauty’s Walking In Love & Purpose " a youth leadership program allowing students to discover their purpose and move boldly in faith.

The misconceptions behind the effects of aging are explored. Sebra comments on the impact aging members of the community have in society and how members continue to contribute through a multitude of ways. Health topics are addressed as overall wellness is redefined. 

Juneteenth Celebration, Battle of Bunker Hill Ceremony, interview with Monica Vohra MD, MPH, of DOTHouse Health Center & Health Equity Compact about the yearly meeting at Health Equity Summit and equality in healthcare.

Cuban Mic reflects the current state of Cuba with Ivette Dominguez, Who share her stories of Cuba as well as experiences of protests and revolution through art.