Radio Worcester’s Talk of the Commonwealth

State Senator Michael Moore Talks Immigration, Data Privacy and AI

State Senator Michael Moore stopped by the Talk of the Commonwealth morning show to share his perspectives on the current immigration enforcement climate and the state’s role in addressing related issues. He also provided updates on legislative efforts around data privacy, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence regulation.

Kathy Gagne Brings Down the Curtain on 30 Years at Mechanics Hall

Don't miss the opportunity to honor Kathy Gagne at "Encore: A Night of Music and Celebration." The June 13th event will honor her and raise funds for Mechanics Hall. "Encore" will feature performances by various artists with strong connections to Mechanics Hall, including the Mechanics Hall Youth Singers. Get tickets now at mechanicshall.orgKathy Gagne has devoted 30 years of her life to Mechanics Hall. The last 7 as Executive Director. She has a deep appreciation for the history and cultural significance of Mechanics Hall, and has been instrumental in preserving and promoting the venue. Gagne started at Mechanics Hall 30 years ago after a conversation with a friend on a soccer field, initially as the publicist. She immersed herself in learning the history and significance of Mechanics Hall, which is considered one of the finest pre-Civil War performance halls in the country. As executive director for the past 7 years, Gagne has focused on increasing musical programming, preserving the historic building, and engaging the community. It's been a dream job for Gagne, "I've never, ever in all those years woken up in the morning and said, oh, I have to go to work today." She says she's ready for what comes next, "I want to get really smart about something I don't know anything about yet."
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Sheriff Lew for Governor? (And Everything You Need To Know About The Senior Picnic)

Sheriff Lew Evangelidis talks with Hank about how he got a call in January from Boston Media asking him about the petition to have him run for Governor, he says he doesn't know who started that petition but that it is something he has thought about. He is clear that he loves his job as Sheriff and the impact he is able to make but that he has not closed the door on running for Governor. Sheriff Lew lays out the differences he has with Governor Maura Healey and among those differences is immigration and how the migrant crisis has been handled.

The Worcester Red Sox Show Looks Back at a Wild Week

On this episode of The Worcester Red Sox Show hear about a historic first. A Nor-Easter that brought over two inches of rain to Worcester struck on a day that was to see two thousand students from MA schools enjoying a game at Polar Park. Buses had been ordered and Dr. Charles Steinberg, Brooke Cooper and the staff of the Worcester Red Sox decided to do something no other club has ever done. 

What Is The Line Between Protest And Harassment

Banned from City Hall: The David Webb Debate and the Boundaries of Protest
Hank, Ben, Tom Marino, and Mark Henderson unpack the City’s No Trespass order against David Webb, the politics of protest, and whether making Webb the face of Worcester’s left is a calculated move.

UFO Found in Colombia?

The recent discovery of a mysterious metallic sphere found in Colombia has sparked interest and speculation about its potential extraterrestrial origins. Noted author, Ufologist, Ronny LeBlanc joins Talk of the Commonwealth to talk about this wild discovery. 

Radio Roundtable The Strategy of Disruption

On this episode of the Radio Roundtable on Talk of the Commonwealth the conversation centers on the effectiveness of the strategy to disrupt any and all public meetings and events. The City Manager's State of the City address was disrupted by a single individual to the point that the Manager's message was lost. The Roundtable, Matt Wally, Guillermo Creamer and Randy Feldman, point out that the disruptions can be so annoying and poorly received that it becomes not only ineffective but works against the concerns serious protestors have. 

Rep. Jim McGovern on the Big Beautiful Bill Passing

McGovern Decries GOP Spending Bill as “Rotten,” Cites Impact on Healthcare and Food Aid Massachusetts Congressman warns of major cuts to healthcare and food assistance, denounces overnight vote and political pressure on GOP moderates.

Clark U. Working to Improve Mental Health in Young People

Dr. Nadia Ward is the director of the Mosakowski Institute for Public Enterprise at Clark University. The institute is committed to supporting the behavioral health journey of young adults and adolescents, with a focus on developing comprehensive school mental health programs.

The Radio Roundtable Reacts to Release of WPD Body Cam Footage

Guillermo Creamer, Rev. Dr. Sarai Rivera, and Randy Feldman join Hank Stolz and Ben White to discuss the ICE arrest on Eureka St., body cam footage, and Worcester’s next steps.