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14 MAR

Beyond All Repair Ch. 3: Bad Blood

Sean Correia's credibility is called into question as Sophia Johnson and Shane Correia tell Amory about his role in their upbringing. Amory learns how these three siblings ended up in Washington state after being raised in New York, and how Sophia became estranged from Shane and their mother, with whom she’d been incredibly close. Sophia finds a new family in the Johnsons — Brad, her husband, and Marlyne and Richard Johnson, Brad’s parents. At the time of the murder, Sophia is newly wedded to Brad and six months pregnant. Marlyne is supposed to go over to Sophia’s house for lunch that day. She doesn’t show, leading Sophia and Brad to check on her, and, ultimately, to her lifeless, nearly unrecognizable body. Sophia denies murdering Marlyne, but suspects Sean’s involvement. If you have questions about the case, the real people at the center of this story, or anything else about this series, we want to hear them. Email beyondallrepairpod@gmail.com with a voice message or written message. Listener note: This episode has descriptions of violence, strong language, and allegations of sexual assault. *** Consider becoming a "BEYOND" member today: This show is made at WBUR, a public radio station, which means we cannot make shows like this without public support. Join our membership program, "BEYOND" here: wbur.org/beyond

14 Mar

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44 min
07/06/2023

A message from host, Darryl C. Murphy

We’ve been making The Common every day since November, and it’s been a privilege to bring you stories from Greater Boston five days a week. Now, we want your story. Knowing our audience helps us serve our audience. And, it helps us get support for the show. So, it would mean the world to us if you would take a moment to fill out this quick survey: wbur.org/survey Greater Boston’s weekly podcast where news and culture meet.

07/06/2023

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1 min
31/05/2023

Tracking hate in the Bay State

A new report from the Anti-Defamation League shows an increase in acts of hate including antisemitism and an increase in the distribution of white supremacist propaganda in Massachusetts. The data covers 2021 and 2022. Interim Regional Director for the Anti-Defamation League of New England, Peggy Shukur, joins The Common to discuss the report's findings, and what they can tell us about political and social sentiments in the state and beyond. Greater Boston’s weekly podcast where news and culture meet.

31/05/2023

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14 min
27/04/2023

Translation services at Brockton Schools

Nearly half of all students in Brockton Public Schools speak a language other than English at home. The district's Multilingual Parent Communication Center is working to make translation and interpretation services more accessible to families who don't speak English as a first language by centralizing services, and offering support both within and beyond the school system. WBUR Senior Education Reporter Carrie Jung joins The Common with more on Brockton Public School's efforts to support immigrant and non-English-speaking families in the community. Greater Boston’s weekly podcast where news and culture meet.

27/04/2023

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10 min
11 MAR

A bill to ban legacy admissions in Mass.

Almost a year after affirmative action was struck down by the U.S. Supreme Court, Massachusetts lawmakers are working to institute a ban on legacy preferences at colleges in the state. Legacy preference, or legacy admissions, is the practice of favoring college applicants who have familial connections to the school, and it often disproportionately benefits white and wealthier students. Today on The Common WBUR Education Reporter Max Larkin discusses the bill's background and how it's being received in Mass. education communities. Greater Boston’s weekly podcast where news and culture meet.

11 Mar

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15 min
22/05/2023

U.S. Attorney for Massachusetts Rachael Rollins resigns

Late last week, U.S. Attorney for Massachusetts Rachael Rollins submitted her resignation to President Joe Biden, just a year-and-a-half into her appointment. Her resignation follows the release of two investigations, detailing numerous allegations against Rollins, including that she used her federal position to influence a local election in Suffolk County. WBUR Senior Correspondent Deborah Becker joins The Common with more. Greater Boston’s weekly podcast where news and culture meet.

22/05/2023

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13 min
24 JAN

For those on the state family shelter waitlist, options are limited

In November, Gov. Maura Healey announced that the state family shelter system had reached capacity and instituted a waitlist. There are currently three state-run overflow shelter sites in operation, which aim to provide temporary shelter to those waiting. Advocates say, it's not nearly enough. Today, WBUR Senior Health and Science Reporter Gabrielle Emanuel joins The Common with an update on the state's at-capacity family shelter system and efforts to support families waiting for shelter. Greater Boston’s weekly podcast where news and culture meet.

24 Jan

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14 min
07/06/2023

Yep, the Mass. legislature is slower than usual

Massachusetts lawmakers and Governor Maura Healey have only passed 12 new laws in the past five months – the fewest by this point in the legislative session in decades. By comparison, Charlie Baker signed nearly 30 bills by June during his first year and Deval Patrick signed 44 bills into law in the same time period. Boston Globe Politics Reporter Matt Stout joins The Common to discuss what is behind the slow progress, as well as what it means for Maura Healey's goals as governor. Greater Boston’s weekly podcast where news and culture meet.

07/06/2023

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12 min
13/02/2023

The Eastie substation saga

Last month, Eversource broke ground on a new electrical substation in East Boston, a piece of infrastructure that has raised significant environmental justice concerns in the community since it was proposed more than eight years ago. WBUR's Miriam Wasser joins The Common to walk us through this controversial project. Greater Boston’s weekly podcast where news and culture meet.

13/02/2023

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15 min
26/01/2023

Home counseling for kids in crisis

Last week, nearly 100 children across Massachusetts were stuck in hospital emergency rooms waiting for mental health services. This is not unusual, as child psychiatric units have long been overstretched, particularly during the pandemic. That's why the state has begun partnering with diversion services that allow children to access mental health counseling in their own homes. WBUR's Martha Bebinger joins The Common to share the story of one family's experience. If you or someone you know are in mental health crisis or may be considering suicide, contact the Massachusetts mental health helpline at 833-773-2445 or the national crisis lifeline, which is 988. Greater Boston’s weekly podcast where news and culture meet.

26/01/2023

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15 min

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Beyond All Repair Ch. 3: Bad Blood

A message from host, Darryl C. Murphy

Tracking hate in the Bay State

Translation services at Brockton Schools

A bill to ban legacy admissions in Mass.

U.S. Attorney for Massachusetts Rachael Rollins resigns

For those on the state family shelter waitlist, options are limited

Yep, the Mass. legislature is slower than usual

The Eastie substation saga

Home counseling for kids in crisis

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