WBCA Podcasts

Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "The Sheep Detectives", "Hokum", "Erupcja", and "Busboys". Mr. Burke also runs down the movies subject to being released into theaters for the week of May 10th - 15th, 2026.

Linda Solomon talks with guest Taylor Keys to discuss Holistic Wellness, its relation from a religious and mainstream stand point, and the approach of trying to mesh the two in this very powerful yet enlightening episode.

Tune in to Let’s Talk About It with host Safiya Sanyika for a powerful conversation with transformational leader, speaker, and founder of Life of E’s, Erykah Chanel.

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Host Rochelle Jones discusses getting ready to be with God & truly serve God by using examples from scripture such as Matthew 25:10-12 & 7:21, Luke 22:3 & 22:61-62, Jonah 2:1, Romans 13:11, & more.

On the premier episode of Your Health Is One Health, Let's Talk Show, host Kareem discusses the correlation between cardiovascular disease & homelessness, variables & stats surrounding preventative care in Boston, heightened risks for homeless & minority individuals, distrust in the healthcare system, solutions & resources, & much more!

DJ Mehdward discusses BPS school closures displacing students with disabilities & high needs, & interviews students about the closures & the creative way they are communicating this among their community with their exhibit "Handle With Care".

Guest Joe Castiglione!

Boston Bike to Work Day, historic church in Jamaica Plain transformed into community gathering space and residences, interview with Exec. Dir. Pamela Leins of the Boston Education Fund about raising money for BPS schools & their annual Voices of Equity Breakfast fundraiser. Boston's new commissioner of Parks & Recreation & Deputy Chief of Open Space, Diana Fernandez Bibeau, starts next month and the city shares its plans to better natural spaces.

The Robe Guy dedicates this episode to his Mother in observance of Mothers Day by sharing loving and humorous memories from throughout the years.

 Cuban Mic speaks to rapper/producer Ea$y Money about his new album "01830." Learn about Ea$y Money's creative process and his connection to his hometown, Haverhill, MA.

Haywood Fennell talks to musician Shan Parker aka Sparker5000 about his music and his connection to theatre. He also talks to entrepreneur Crystal Dodson about her upcoming book and the Oscar Micheaux Family Theater Company. Hear a song from Sparker5000 and spoken word pieces from Crystal.

Join Dale and Cheryl for homemade salsa!

Ep.# 262 PSA Free!

Host Colbe Mazzarella interviews C.J. "Joe" Doyle (Exec. Dir., Catholic Action League of MA) about the League's & the faith's viewpoints on war, reasonability of conduct of war, U.N. Charter rules of war, intelligence of Iran not seeking a nuclear weapon, America's history of restricted warfare & how that changed over time, Catholic loyalty to conservatism over the conduct of their own faith in terms of Iran and recent wars, & much more.

BU Campus Closet Thrifting Earth Day celebration, Charles River Conservancy event volunteers pickup trash along Charles River for Earth Day, Timothy Smith Alumni Mentorship Program "IMP" bridging the digital divide in Greater Roxbury & Boston, Puerto Rican Festival of MA annual Dress To Empower Girls Summit at Hyde Park Community Center, Citizenship Day in Boston helps applicants complete paperwork to become American citizens at the Reggie Lewis Center, Airport workers band together for May Day to advocate for better rights at Memorial Park in East Boston.

On this installment of Bostonian Rap, Rachael discusses the drama unfolding with the Massachusetts Republican gubernatorial race & speaks on the political gatekeeping thats currently occurring.

Larry Higginbottom discusses his thoughts on the recent Supreme Court ruling on the Voting Rights Act. He shares his view that African Americans have not gained anything through voting in the past fifty years.

CAMP (Coaching and Mentoring Playbook) is WBCA's newest show, featuring conversations around coaching, youth development, leadership, and sports culture. In this premiere episode, host Shepard Vargo, Boston Program Director for Beat the Streets New England, speaks to Brett Poirier, Executive Director of Beat the Streets New England. Brett shares how wrestling shaped his life and how the sport can help today's youth build life skills. He also discusses how he has helped strengthen the wrestling community in the region.

Haris Hardaway returns to the program to celebrate his business Final Touch staying open in Nubian Square following an outpouring of community support. Sharon Hinton and Haris discuss how neighbors came together to support the business and raise awareness, all the way up to a shout-out from Ayanna Pressley on the House Floor. Sharon and Haris discuss the gap between Nubian Square's reputation and reality, and the importance of supporting local, Black-owned businesses.

Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "The Devil Wears Prada 2", "Animal Farm" (2025), "Michael" (2026), "Normal", and "The Christophers". Mr. Burke also gives a spoken word preview of movies subject to being released into theaters on May 8th, 2026.

Ken Meyer interviews Sarah Tuttle of Lighthouse NorthWest!

Mayor Wu joins climate experts to highlight Boston's 2030 Climate Action Plan, Boston Parks & Rec Duck Boat Pulling Challenge, New England Patriots host dog adoption event at Gillette Stadium, memorial event commemorating BNN member Ted Lewis, Friends of Jamaica Pond host community celebration honoring  Frederick Law Olmsted's birthday at Jamaica Pond, Museum of Fine Arts Art In Bloom Festival.

In this episode, The Robe Guy talks about his love for the Boston Celtics and the special memories he has made over the years as a Celtics fan. He talks about his experiences attending games and also shares his thoughts on the current state of the team.

Cuban Mic chops it up with Jerry Auguste of We Ball In ISO and his basketball students/champions, Aiden, Esa and Lexi speaking on giving back to the youth, and teaching them to never give up!!

Haywood Fennell invites Tyree S. Browne to the show to discuss his time at WBCA & BNN, his tenure & work with Tri-ad Veterans League & The Oscar Micheaux Family Theater Program Company, the importance of sharing black art & history such as the Harlem Renaissance, the public & VA's lack of cultural sensitivity to veterans of color, black veterans contributions to America, learning to have fun performing on stage & involving the audience, & much more!

Join Dale and Cheryl for some delicious egg bacon salad!

Ep.# 261 PSA Free!

This week on Talk of the Neighborhoods, former state Rep. Jeffrey Sanchez joins us on the first half to talk about the 20th Anniversary passage of what came to be known as 'RomneyCare', in honor of then governor Mitt Romney, the groundbreaking health care initiative that became the template for the federal Affordable Care Act, a.k.a, ObamaCare. Then on the second half at, old friend and political sage Joyce Ferriabough joins us to talk about how the surprise entry of former Suffolk District Attorney (DA) and U.S. Attorney Rachel Rollins into this year's DA race has reverberated...

Host Brendan O'Connell interviews Joshua Kline about how he became involved in the pro-life movement and Right to Life, winning the RI Right to Life essay & oratory contests, the pro-life movement at Ave Maria University, The Comstock Act, his future aspirations, moral truth vs. financial funding, & more.

30th Annual Greek Independence Day Parade, 11th Annual Japan Festival Boston at Boston Commons, Greater Boston Food Bank & Mass General Brigham release their 6th Annual Statewide Food Access Report & Fresh Truck Mobile Market serving Boston neighborhoods, BNN Media GM Glenn Williams interviews Robert Lewis (Sr. Program Manager, City of Boston Office of Tourist, Sports, & Entertainment) about Content Creators Club partnered with BNN Media, Ayanna Pressley & Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez & Mayor Michelle Wu visit Horizons for Homeless Children in Roxbury to discuss funding for early childhood programs.

Larry Higginbottom talks about the importance of black American men developing high-paying skills. He shares his opinion that "a man who can't provide also can't protect or lead." Larry offers advice for in-demand skills.

Host Lucy Rivera interviews Allison S. Cartwright, Esq. (Clerk, Supreme Judicial Court for Suffolk County) about what the Supreme Judicial Court does, her role as Clerk, the history of her position & why it is elected, qualifications for Clerk, the significance of being the first black person elected to the seat, & much more.

On this edition of WBCA Presents, Don Hammontree of Why England Slept plays piano renditions of songs from his album House of Pizza. Don discusses his musical influences, the differences between the Chicago and Boston music scenes, and the making of House of Pizza, from recording to choosing its title.

Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "Lee Cronin's The Mummy", "Exit 8", "Lorne", "Ghost in the Machine", and "Miroirs No. 3". Mr. Burke also gives a spoken word preview of movies subject to being released into theaters for the week of April 20th -24th, 2026.

Host Linda Solomon continues her discussion on how trauma effects people, misreading trauma responses, trying understanding instead of judgement, trauma causing disengagement for school students, trauma responses escalating incidents, post incarceration syndrome, solutions to addressing & understanding trauma, & more.

Let's Talk About It! - Celebrating Young Published Authors & the Power of Mentorship!

Youth Jobs & Resources Fair at The Reggie Lewis Center, Frugal Book Store in Roxbury increases literacy rates of youth & adults, interview with Nora Jarret about Project Bread's 58th annual Walk For Hunger & work addressing & providing food security, interview with New Mission High School Athletic Director & Coach Malcolm Smith.

The Robe Guy discusses Maine & why he enjoys vacationing there, childhood memories & family history in ME, pleasant drives there, ME's state slogan, vacation activities & neighbors, fire building & s'mores, & more!

Haywood Fennell shares helpful resources & solutions for veterans, commissioning Artists for Humanity to create an African American Veterans exhibit at The Strand, The Blackstone Community Center deficit, the state of black business ownership & development in Nubian Sq., the importance of youth literacy, lack of housing & addiction support for veterans, & more.

Join Dale and Cheryl for a delicious breakfast of scrambled eggs, bacon, and hash-brown potatoes!

Ep.# 260 PSA Free!

On the first half, State Senate President Pro Tempore William Brownsberger (D-Belmont) joins us to talk about his work at the statehouse and his upcoming Democratic Primary campaign for re-election to the Suffolk and Middlesex district, including all of Allston and Brighton, and most of the Fenway in Boston. The district also includes the towns of Belmont and Watertown, and a small portion of Cambridge. He is being challenged by Dan Lander, a senior policy advisor to Mayor Michelle Wu. Then on the second half, former Senator Dianne Wilkerson joins us to talk about up her upcoming appearance and...

Brendan O'Connell interviews Frank Pavone about his NewsMax article "Trump Ushers in Golden Age for Life", Trump advancing constitutional tools for Pro-Life, getting rid of the Johnson Amendment, bias in mainstream media, the SAVE America Act, restoring biological truth to the federal government, & more.