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Lively is where Rhode Islanders come together to talk about what’s really going on in our state. Each week, community leaders, local journalists, professors, and past and present local legislators join veteran journalist Jim Hummel for a smart, energetic roundtable discussion that dives into the big issues—and the everyday ones, too.

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    How Rhode Island candidates are using social media to reshape campaigns.

    What does a candidate need to do to win a race in 2026? SomeRhode Island candidates are increasingly turning to social mediato reach voters and build momentum. Yet many campaigns stilltarget voters with a barrage of television ads. This week on Lively,moderator Jim Hummel discusses the evolving campaignplaybook with former Providence mayor Angel Taveras andRhode Island filmmaker Dante Bellini Jr. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  2. 14. Aug.

    On Lively: McKee’s RI Supreme Court pick, plus Flock camera backlash

    Gov. Dan McKee chooses Luis Matos for RI Supreme Court, snubbing former House Speaker Joe Shekarchi. RI communities increasingly oppose Flock cameras. Host Jim Hummel discusses the latest with Bill Lynch, former chair of the RI Democratic Party, and Arlene Violet, former RI Attorney General. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  3. 7. Aug.

    McKee and Foulkes clash in RI governor debate

    This week, Governor Dan McKee and Helena Foulkes squared off in a gubernatorial debate. How did the candidates do? And will it be enough to move the needle? Lively host Jim Hummel discusses the latest with Boston Globe columnist Dan McGowan and RI GOP National Committeewoman Sue Cienki. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  4. 31. Juli

    Shekarchi gets a step closer to RI Supreme court

    Former RI House Speaker Joe Shekarchi got the green light to be considered for state  Supreme Court after a committee weighed whether the nomination would violate revolving door rules. Shekarchi denies that he traded dropping out of the governor’s race for a court seat. Lively host Jim Hummel discusses the latest with political contributor Harrison Tuttle and former prosecutor Eva-Marie Mancuso. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  5. 24. Juli

    How Secure are Rhode Island Elections?

    While President Trump casts new doubt on election integrity, Rhode Island Secretary of State Gregg Amore says in the Ocean State, voting has never been safer. Lively moderator Jim Hummel examines election security with attorney & former Gov. Almond’s Chief of Staff Joe Larisa and Weayonnoh Nelson-Davies of the Economic Progress Institute. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  6. 17. Juli

    Providence Crime & the Mayoral Race

    After a fatal stabbing on the popular pedestrian bridge - the second homicide in two weeks - crime is top of mind for Providence residents weighing the leadership of the capital City. The mayoral primary is around the corner, and it's heating up with an attack ad some call surprising. Host Jim Hummel examines all things Providence with WPRI's Tim White and Boston Globe reporter Steph Machado. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  7. 10. Juli

    Trump Administration Denies Federal Aid After Disastrous Winter

    The Blizzard of '26 cost Rhode Island millions in damages, yet the Trump administration has denied federal aid. State officials are crying foul, calling the rejection petty partisanship. The governor is vowing to appeal. On Lively, Jim Hummel looks at next steps with political contributor Pablo Rodriguez and former State Representative Barbara Ann Fenton-Fung. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  8. 26. Juni

    Will Pawtucket’s Soccer Bet Pay Off?

    Pawtucket moves to the next phase of its waterfront development plan, securing $30 million in funding for Tidewater Landing. The vision for the project that started with the soccer stadium includes housing and retail. When will it happen and will the stadium ultimately be profitable?  Lively's Jim Hummel is with Bill Bartholomew of the Bartholomewtown Podcast and political contributor Billy Hunt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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