500 episodes

Let's make sense of the world – together. From the economy and health care to politics and the environment – and so much more – On Point host Meghna Chakrabarti speaks with newsmakers and everyday people about the issues that matter most. On Point is produced by WBUR.

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Let's make sense of the world – together. From the economy and health care to politics and the environment – and so much more – On Point host Meghna Chakrabarti speaks with newsmakers and everyday people about the issues that matter most. On Point is produced by WBUR.

    Why the ancient philosophy of stoicism is having a modern revival

    Why the ancient philosophy of stoicism is having a modern revival

    The Greco-Roman philosophy of stoicism is having a moment. Through wisdom, temperance, courage and justice you can create a virtuous, well-lived life. But have modern day stoics got it right?

    • 47 min
    Rebroadcast: U.S. military barracks are in shambles. Will the government take action? 

    Rebroadcast: U.S. military barracks are in shambles. Will the government take action? 

    A recent report by the U.S. Government Accountability Office reveals poor living conditions inside military barracks – from mold and exposed sewage, to broken windows, nonexistent HVAC systems and more.

    • 47 min
    Puerto Rico's big political shakeup

    Puerto Rico's big political shakeup

    Puerto Rico is in the middle of a major gubernatorial race. As a new political party appeals to younger voters -- who've only experienced years of corruption, poverty and financial crisis -- who wins could have a big effect on the territory.

    • 47 min
    The Jackpod: Question time

    The Jackpod: Question time

    With the first presidential debate less than six weeks away, On Point news analyst Jack Beatty explores some approaches to interviewing a candidate like Donald Trump.

    • 36 min
    The splintering of the United Methodist Church

    The splintering of the United Methodist Church

    Once the second largest protestant denomination in America, the United Methodist Church lost about a quarter of its members over issues of sexuality. Now, the church is overturning its prohibition on LGBTQ clergy and same-sex marriage.

    • 47 min
    Glenn Loury's 'confessions of a Black conservative'

    Glenn Loury's 'confessions of a Black conservative'

    Glenn Loury is a renowned Black economist and conservative social critic. In his new memoir, he details his struggles, from adultery to addiction, all while a professor at Harvard.

    • 47 min

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