Explain Boston to Me
Explain Boston to Me
Lee Stabert
Podcaster and Philly transplant Lee Stabert learns about Boston. She'll never be a native, but she might just learn to speak the language.
Boston in the 1970s with Joseph Nevins
We're talking with Joseph Nevins, a professor and co-author of 'A People's Guide to Greater Boston,' about this seminal decade in Boston history. From busing to the Bicentennial to the Vault, the 1970s showcased a city in transition.
Jul 29
48 min
Boston coffee culture with Jim Varney of Wavelength Coffee Roasters
We're chatting with Jim Varney about local coffee culture — from Dunkin and Coffee Connection to Keurig and $8 pour-overs. What does it mean that this regional prizes both affordable, utilitarian caffeine delivery AND serves as a hot-bed for java-centric innovation?
Jul 22
52 min
Saving — and occasionally scrapping — Boston's Historic Buildings with Peter Vanderwarker and Dr. Rebecca Kemper
This conversation focuses on Boston's wealth of historic buildings — and the advantages and challenges that result. Peter Vanderwarker and Dr. Rebecca Kemper from Historic Boston Incorporated share their thoughts on the evolving city, when a building crosses the rubicon and becomes "historic" (paging City Hall), and lament some of their favorite lost structures.
Jul 15
54 min
Nantucket with Julie Gerstenblatt
We're hopping on a ferry and heading to the "The Little Grey Lady of the Sea." Author Julie Gerstenblatt is here to talk us through her personal relationship to Nantucket, detail the island's particular charms, and explain how the whaling-mecca-turned-posh-summer-destination has evolved over the years.
Jul 8
1 hr 11 min
Tripledeckers with Matthew Dickey aka Streetscape Curator (REWIND)
We’re talking tripledeckers, that iconic piece of the local urban fabric with Matthew Dickey, aka Streetscape Curator. What are the origins of this vernacular architectural style? How has their identity — and their residents — changed over the years? And are we ready for a tripledecker renaissance?
Jul 1
36 min
Running a restaurant in Boston with Nick Dixon
In this episode, we're chatting with chef and restauranteur Nick Dixon about what it actually takes to run a successful spot in the city of Boston. His new spot Dalia just opened in South Boston.
Jun 24
54 min
Polar Seltzer with Jacqueline Cain
Crack a cold one! In this episode, we're talking about Polar Seltzer, a staple of fridges and coolers across New England. This Worcester-based company has been in business for 144 years, and it remains the gold standard for the seltzer obsessed, including our guest, food writer Jacqueline Cain.
Jun 17
50 min
Putting Boston on a T-Shirt with Chris Wrenn
In this episode, we're chatting with Chris Wrenn, author of Fenway Punk: How a Boston Indie Label Scored Big on Baseball's Greatest Rivalry. He talks about "Yankees Suck," going legit with Sully's Brand, and the city's enduring punk and hardcore scene. It's a true Boston story with plenty of only-in-Beantown insights.
Jun 10
56 min
Provincetown with Courtney Trautman
This week, it's just the tip — of Cape Cod! We're talking Provincetown with Courtney Trautman a South End transplant with a deep love of this seaside gay mecca.
Jun 3
44 min
Summer on Cape Cod with Joe Fenti (REWIND)
It's re-run time. We're kicking off summer by chatting about Cape Cod. Sharing his thoughts, feelings, and shark avoidance tips is Joe Fenti, standup comedian and corporate drone/content creator.
May 27
29 min
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