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Rhode Island PBS Weekly is a Newsmagazine anchored in journalism that searches for truth and examines today's most important regional and local issues. Viewers are introduced to individuals, ideas and places in Rhode Island and beyond that they won't see anywhere else.

  1. 07/27/2025

    July 27, 2025 - Coding in Prison / Centuries Old Whaling Logs Providing Scientists with Climate Data / Quahogs

    On this episode, we take another look at contributor Steph Machado’s story about inmates learning the language of computers, also known as coding. Then, a second look at Pamela Watts’ story on how whaling logs from the 19th century are helping modern-day scientists track weather patterns and assess changes in the climate. Finally, in our continuing My Take series, we meet again Rhode Island Quahogger Jody King who tells us everything we need to know about Quahogs, Rhode Island's favorite clam

    23 min

  2. 07/20/2025

    July 20, 2025 - Inspiring Students in Central Falls / Rhode Island's Floating Classroom / Alpacas in Little Compton

    On this episode we take another look at Michelle San Miguel’s in-depth interview with educator David Upegui. Upegui, who grew up experiencing homelessness, has now received the nation’s highest honor for STEM teachers. He shares his unique outlook on how he has improved—and even saved—students’ lives. Then, we take a second look at the crew and students aboard Rhode Island’s iconic Tall Ship, the Oliver Hazard Perry. Finally we re-visit a Little Compton alpaca farm.

    24 min

  3. 07/13/2025

    July 13, 2025 - Rhode Island's Poet Laureate / Art & Alzheimer's / Keeping Kids Fishing

    On this episode we take a second look at an interview with Rhode Island’s poet laureate, Colin Channer. Then, we revisit a story about a local artist whose work took a dramatic turn when her husband was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Finally, another look at a story about a Coventry man who has taught thousands of kids to fish.

    23 min

  4. 07/06/2025

    July 6, 2025 - Saving Horses in North Kingstown / Hiking Rhode Island / Bristol's Linden Place

    On this episode, we revisit a North Kingstown sanctuary that rescues horses. Then, a second look at a conversation with a former Providence Journal journalist forging a new path on the hiking trails of Rhode Island. Finally, we return to Bristol’s Linden Place, a historic home museum grappling with a troubled past.

    23 min

  5. 06/29/2025

    June 29, 2025 - Water Battle in Jamestown / Her Brother's Keeper / Weekly Insight

    On this episode, Olivia Ebertz travels to Jamestown, where residents are facing a shortage of drinking water. Then, the latest in the astounding story of Betty Anne Waters, who exonerated her brother from a false murder conviction. Plus, a new installment of Weekly Insight explores why Governor Dan McKee refused to sign the state budget.

    26 min

  6. 06/22/2025

    June 22, 2025 - How Safe Are RI's Other Bridges? / Making Sea Spirits in PVD / Lessons From a Senior Endurance Athlete / Weekly Insight

    On this episode, David Wright examines bridge safety across the state, in the wake of the Washington Bridge closure. Then, Pamela Watts heads to Industrious Spirit Company, or ISCO, a distillery creating unique flavors like seaweed and oyster. Plus, 66-year-old endurance athlete Paul Mellor gives a lesson on perseverance, and a new installment of Weekly Insight.

    25 min

  7. 06/15/2025

    June 15, 2025 - Priced Out of Home Ownership / Providence Centenarian's Life of Service / Weekly Insight

    On this episode, Isabella Jibilian looks at why many Rhode Islanders are being priced out of the housing market. Then, we revisit Michelle San Miguel’s interview with a Providence Centenarian who embodies what it means to live a life of service, even when it wasn’t always welcome. Finally, Anaridis Rodriguez our contributor, WPRI 12’s Politics Editor Ted Nesi discuss the revised State budget for the new fiscal year and the plans and the cost of rebuilding the Westbound side of the Washington Bridge.

    24 min

  8. 06/09/2025

    June 1, 2025 - Losing Lobsters/ Rhode Island's Eroding History / Weekly Insight

    On this episode, Michelle San Miguel reports on how climate change is fueling the dwindling lobster population off the Rhode Island coast. Then, Pamela Watts takes ah look at how climate change and rising sea levels threaten some of Rhode Island’s historical and iconic homes. Both stories are part of our continuing Green Seeker series. Finally, Michelle San Miguel and our contributor, WPRI 12’s Politics Editor Ted Nesi discuss transportation director Peter Alviti’s response to Rhode Island PBS Weekly’s Washington Bridge investigation.

    26 min
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Rhode Island PBS Weekly is a Newsmagazine anchored in journalism that searches for truth and examines today's most important regional and local issues. Viewers are introduced to individuals, ideas and places in Rhode Island and beyond that they won't see anywhere else.

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  • Creator
    RI PBS Weekly
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    165
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © © 2023 Rhode Island PBS Weekly
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