WBCA Podcasts

Unsafe Harbor is a geographical guessing game where listeners are challenged to correctly identify the mystery port or harbor. Pay attention because everything is a clue. This week, we’re performing a radio drama: Seneca’s Phaedra, featuring Eli Schotland as Hippolytus, the prince of Athens, Ishwar Madhusudan as Theseus, king of Athens, Alex Stein  as Phaedra, wife of Theseus and stepmother of Hippolytus, Toby Gauld as Phaedra’s nurse, and Tommy Shenefield as a messenger. Enjoy the show.

Today on "Words On Film", Dan Burke reviews "Spider-Man: Brand New Day", "The Odyssey", "I Want Your Sex", and "Ask E. Jean". Mr. Burke also gives a spoken word preview of movies subject to being released into theaters for the week of August 3rd - 7th, 2026.

On today's episode of Confronting Injustice, Linda talks about adverse childhood experiences and how listeners can learn/begin to unpack the traumas that they may have experienced.

On this summer episode of Word to Us, I talk with Linda Solomon about boundaries within romantic relationships, understanding how your childhood and past traumas can show up in a relationship and knowing when to leave a relationship.

Don’t miss an inspiring new episode of Let’s Talk About It with host Safiya Sanyika featuring Lady D as we honor the life and legacy of Joseph Stewart and discuss the importance of supporting our veterans and disabled veterans.

This week's topic is "malice in marriage: a hateful union." Learn the importance of looking beyond someone's appearance to find a compatible, God-fearing spouse.

Host Rochelle Jones discusses the biblical importance of rest. Just as God rested, so should we, by taking a nap or going to the beach. Jones connects her defense of rest to various pieces of scripture.

Kareem invites educator, poet, musician & fellow WBCA producer Kwe to the show to discuss the healing power of music, music as medicine, the benefits of music for trauma & rehabilitation, music & memory, several areas in which music is beneficial such as education & healthcare, & much more.

The Urban Farming Institute fights food insecurity by turning Boston a little greener, Mayor Wu launches BosTEN thermal energy feasibility project using Boston harbor & rivers to heat and cool buildings, Beacon Hill walking tour shares history & photography, "Nice, A Fest" local indie music festival, Boston events this weekend, Fenway hosts the upcoming Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship at the end of August.

On today's episode of The Robe Life, Arthur talks about his "Man Cave" or "Mantuary" , an ideal space for everyone he invites over to relax. He also reflects on life and being kind to others.

Host Cuban Mic interviews R&B producer Melks and R&B singer Tizy. He discusses their recent collaborations, upcoming projects, and how their background influences their music.

Haywood Fennell discusses a variety of issues pertinent to the city of Boston with guests Tyree S. Browne and Shan Parker (Sparker5000). They cover music, community theater, and radio shows, along with several events geared towards celebrating the community of African American Veterans. Additionally, Fennell talks about the importance of revitalizing the neighborhood of Roxbury.

Join Dale and Cheryl for some buffalo chicken wings and chicken  tenders!

Ep.# 274 PSA Free!

Joe Heisler interviews Greg Maynard (Founder & Exec. Dir., Boston Policy Institute) about the current state of City Hall & Boston politics. Then on the 2nd half City Councilor Ed Flynn calls for a public safety summit & changes in police recruitment & retention.

Haitians in Boston respond to the US government stripping 350,000 Haitians of their TPS status. BNN News explores the Nightingale Community Garden. Puerto Ricans celebrate their culture at Boston's annual Puerto Rican Festival. Plus, hear an interview with Maia Erslev, Pride Coordinator at China's Children International. Find out how CCI is building community for Chinese children adoptees.

On today's episode of Bostonian Rap, Rachel talks about the lieutenant governor ballot running with Anne Brensley, Anne Manning Martin and Mike Walsh.

Larry Higginbottom expresses his disappointment with the misbehavior & lawlessness of some of the black community, how it exacerbates racism, black culture being hijacked & determined by high school dropouts & popular entertainers, street take overs and looting, the harm of rap & hip-hop on the black community, the futility of fighting racism, & more.

Sharon Hinton speaks to Mac Hudson, founder and leader of the Black Agenda Coalition. Learn about the Black Agenda Coalition's mission and initiatives, including an upcoming forum Mac is organizing around the Suffolk County District Attorney Race. Plus, Sharon shares information on the August 22nd voter registration deadline, the potential effects of the end of TPS, and more

Jaiye interviews guests Cynthia Johnson, Canitra Wynn and Christina Smith!

Linda is joined by her returning co-host Joshua to continue their conversation on the overpopulation of Black males in the carceral system and the effect is has on the communities and families who are grieving their absence.

Tune in for a discussion of adultery from a biblical perspective.

On today's episode of Never Give Up, Rochelle talks about restoring what the enemy has stolen.

City Spotlight Leadership Program helps teens build leadership & dance skills, interview with Seba Molnar (Artistic Dir., Boston Jazz Foundation) & Jessica Curran (Vice Chair, Boston Jazz Foundation) about the upcoming Charles River Jazz Fest at the Hatch Memorial Shell & the Foundation's mission. Boston upcoming events, nurses advocate for better work conditions at Boston Medical Center.

Beginning by mentioning his love of rain and the Red Sox's current winning streak, the Robe Guy quickly pivots to another topic: his various career changes. Although he came into college with a love of essay writing, he eventually became a research scientist before trading the laboratory for an MBA classroom. Armed with a newfound appreciation for business, the Robe Guy led a life as a biotech consultant before finding his current passion: creating radio show and starting to write a children's book.

Willie P. highlights the topic of elder abuse, identifying abuse, unreported abuse cases & how to report, children & caregivers abusing their parents and taking control of their finances & etc., Adult Protection Services in MA, & more.

Cuban Mic speaks to Renato Castelo, Director of the Office of Participatory Budgeting for the City of Boston. Renato shares how he got involved in this work, and explains how the office gives Boston residents the power to control some of the city budget. Initiatives created by this program include improving access to fresh foods, adding benches across the city, and implementing an immigrant legal defense fund. Learn about how you can get involved!

Host Robert Moran interviews Brett Poirier, Executive Director of Beat the Streets New England, a non-profit which teaches life skills such as goal-setting and persistence through wrestling. To Poirier, wrestling, as an individual sport with a team atmosphere, is the ideal vehicle to learn these lessons. The two discuss their personal connections to the sport, and Poirier elaborated on three specific programs offered by Beat the Streets: Mat Time, Coaches in Training (CIT), and Wrestle(her).

Join Dale and Cheryl as they make a microwave oatmeal cake and a microwave white chocolate cake!

Ep.# 273 PSA Free!

Joe Heisler speaks to Lew Finfer, director of the Massachusetts Action for Justice about the success of the Massachusetts "millionaire's tax," as well as the implications of TPS being revoked. Joe also speaks to Latoya Gayle, an activist, nonprofit leader, and candidate for 1st Suffolk State Senate, about her campaign priorities, including prioritizing affordability, housing, and community involvement.

Roxbury Public Library renamed to The Shaw Roxbury Branch in honor of the late great Sarah-Ann Shaw, 58th Annual Festival Betances Puerto Rican fest, interview with Historical Guide of The Freedom Trail, Kelli Strong, about the Freedom Trail's historical relevance to America 250 & its new Rainbow Revolution LGBTQ+ history tour. Select Market vintage & secondhand merch event, weekly Skate Hags & Boston Parks & Rec. skate nights at Smith Field.

The Charles River Jazz Festival is back for its sixth year! This fest is bringing a full day of live jazz to the Esplanade on August 8. Festival founders Seba Molnar and Moriah Phillips pay another visit to WBCA to discuss this year's lineup, the mission behind the festival, and its new location at the Hatch Shell. For more information: https://www.bostonjazzfoundation.org/crjf

Rachel Miselman discusses disarray of the Boston Human Rights Commission, the distinction between human rights & civil rights & civil liberties, displeasure with the MA Republican Party, & more.

Larry Higginbottom shares his perspective that the Baby Boomer generation was too focused on fighting for everyone, rather than building power and wealth for African Americans. He also discusses his opinion that ICE is under far more scrutiny because Trump is in office. Larry urges people to focus on building skills and finding a high-paying occupation.

Andy Connolly comes on the show to talk about his passion for rock music, collaborating with musicians like Billy Sheehan and Ray Luzier, and to share tracks from his recent album Peregrine Stanzas. Learn about Andy's upcoming performance at the Salem Free Music Festival—August 8, 2026 at Salem Willows Park

This episode of Unsafe Harbor was structured by the ancient Chinese method of I Ching divination. Clues to this week's Unsafe Harbor are randomly interspersed with sound clips from the station and Boston Harbor. Can you guess this week's Unsafe Harbor?

This week Jaiye interviews Cuban Mic, Venus Thomas, Sondra Currie, Betty Davis and Adrina Harris

On today's episode of Confronting Injustice, Linda Solomon is joined by Gwen Levi, a formerly incarcerated citizen who was reintegrated back into society before she was wrongfully returned to Baltimore jail for failing to check in. She was attending a class where she didn't have her phone but all of the information needed to prove her whereabouts were accessible to the officer assigned to her case.

On the second episode of my summer season, I’ll be talking about my experience and what I’ve heard from others that are “too Black” in white spaces and “too white” in Black spaces.

Join host Safiya Sanyika of Let’s Talk About It, for an inspiring conversation with Apostle Laura Reyes and Elder Serina Tate as they discuss “Faith in Action: Women Leading with Purpose, Healing & Hope.”

From breaking barriers in ministry to leading healing initiatives and serving their communities, these dynamic women of faith share powerful testimonies, words of wisdom, and encouragement for anyone seeking hope, purpose, and a deeper relationship with God.