Are you struggling to find your favorite foods, appliances, furniture, or anything else you need at the store? There's one major factor driving all these shortages - problems in the global supply chain. Professor Michael Goodman teaches Public Policy at UMass Dartmouth, and he joins Nichole to break down these troubles in the chain. He also has some insight on how this might be playing out in your day-to-day life in the coming weeks and months. Michael Cloherty talks with Nichole about his new book, "Abel Bodied". It focuses on a piece of American history that unfolded in Malden - the first murder during a bank robbery! Michael has details on how he came up with the idea, and teaches us a bit about the story behind the book.

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Supply Chain Chaos 101, and "Abel Bodied" Highlights a Piece of Malden History

Project Bread's Erin McAleer returns to the show to talk with Nichole about what schools are doing to get around supply chain problems to ensure their students are fed. Erin also explains their efforts to pass a bill on Beacon Hill which would provide school meals for every student in Massachusetts. Mahtowin Munro, the co-leader of United American Indians of New England, shares the Indigenous perspective when it comes to Columbus Day. Mahtowin also has details on legislation Indigenous groups are working on to promote equity for Native Americans in Massachusetts.

Keeping Massachusetts Students Fed at School, and the Push for Indigenous Peoples Day

Reverend Willie Bodrick II recently was installed as the new senior pastor at the historic Twelfth Baptist Church in Boston's Roxbury neighborhood. Nichole spoke with the Reverend about his vision for the future of the church, and the work the church is doing to help the community navigate through the coronavirus pandemic. Mike Keiley, Adoption Director at the MSPCA, offers up some tips for those who might be looking to adopt a shelter dog - how much time you should allow the pup to get acquainted, the process of making the right match, and what you should be looking for in your future furry family member.

Roxbury's Twelfth Baptist Church Looks to the Future, and Tips on Adopting Your Furry Best Friend

Who doesn't love a donut? Pastry chef Dee Steffen Chinn of Big Heart Hospitality has all the details on this year's "Rise and Rumble" contest, which pits top pastry chefs against each other to create an intricate, tasty masterpiece. She also talks with Nichole about her creative, but busy, job coming up with fascinating desserts for one of Boston's hottest restaurant groups. Sam Potrykus and Jay Hunt from the Dorchester Art Project chat with Nichole about their "Tiny DAP Concerts", which focus on intimate performances with Black and brown artists from around the city of Boston. Sam also talks about the other amenities DAP has for artists of all kinds.

"Rise and Rumble" for Boston's Best Donuts, and "Tiny DAP Concerts" Uplift the Hub's Newest Stars

Julie LaFontaine, Executive Director at The Open Door food pantry in Gloucester, talks with Nichole about their recent decision to offer online ordering for their patrons. Julie also explains how the pandemic affected Cape Ann families when it comes to food insecurity, and how people can help them keep supplies going to people who need them. Dr. Bonnie Bertolaet, the Executive Director of the Science Club for Girls in Cambridge, shares what Season 3 of their "SCFG Live" show has in store. She also talks about the Club's mission to connect girls in under-represented communities with mentors in STEM fields.

The Open Door Goes Virtual, and Science Club for Girls Connects Girls with STEM Mentors

Marc Hurwitz returns to the show to chat with Nichole about the latest in the Massachusetts restaurant industry. Which restaurants are closing their doors? How do restaurant owners plan on handling colder weather with the Delta, Lambda and Mu variants of COVID-19 still prevalent? Marc also offers his recommendations for the best spots in northern New England to leaf peep, quality spots to grab a cider donut, and all you need to know to start hiking with the local Appalachian Mountain Club.

Massachusetts Restaurants and Residents Plan for Another COVID-19 Autumn

Massachusetts, to some, is becoming "Hollywood East"! You may have noticed there are more film and TV crews around these days. Jamie Blanco and James Rojas from the Hub on Hollywood podcast join Nichole to talk about the latest with the state's film tax credit, what it's like to do background work on these projects, and what the state of the movie industry is looking like right now as we deal with the delta variant. Mike Thomas, the president of the Boston English High Alumni Association, talks with Nichole about their efforts to find thousands of alumni, hoping to connect so they can take part in the school's upcoming 200th anniversary celebration.

"Hub on Hollywood" on the Massachusetts Film Industry, and English High Celebrates 200 Years

Cherylann Gengel, the co-founder of "Be Like Brit" in Worcester, updates Nichole about the devastation in Haiti in the wake of this month's 7.2 magnitude earthquake. She also talks about how the kids at the orphanage in Grand Goâve are adjusting to life during the pandemic, how they're preparing to send some of those kids to college, and what it's like trying to get humanitarian aid down to the country as it struggles with political unrest and severe weather. Connect with Be Like Brit at belikebrit.org. They are also on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Dispatches from "Brit's Home" as Haiti Recovers from Massive Earthquake

White shark season is here! They're back off the New England coast, and the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy is out there tracking sharks as they feed and navigate through our waters. Marianne Walsh, the Education Director of the Conservancy, joins Nichole to talk about their Shark Smart Beach Program, the latest tech to research sharks with, and what you should know when you head to the beach. Lawrence Mayor Kendrys Vasquez talks with Nichole about the city's new plan to bring the vaccine directly to young people - by setting up outside local nightclubs on weekends through the rest of the summer. He also updates us on the state of COVID in Lawrence, and has advice for parents and others as we navigate the rise of the Delta variant.

"Shark Smart" with Atlantic White Shark Conservancy, and Taking (Vaccine) Shots at Lawrence Clubs

He's been sitting there for decades, watching over Providence. Nibbles Woodaway, a.k.a. the "Big Blue Bug", is a giant termite on top of his company's building, and he never fails to make a statement. Brian Goldman, the CEO of Big Blue Bug Solutions, joins Nichole to talk about Nibbles' history and the repairs that need to be done to keep him standing for years to come. Reverend Laura Everett is the Executive Director of the Massachusetts Council of Churches, and she's starting a new art project using old, trashed, and worn-out masks. Nichole talks with Rev. Everett about the motivation behind the project, her "Mending Church", and the intricacies of using textile arts to meditate and process the trauma of the pandemic.

Nibbles Woodaway Gets a Makeover, and "Re-Mask Remake" Breathes New Life Into Old Masks

It's summertime on the New Hampshire seacoast, and the Seacoast Science Center has a lot to offer those who make the trek to the water's edge. Karen Provazza, the Director of Marketing for the Center, joins Nichole to talk about their offerings: pub trivia, tide pool tours, kayaking, and so much more! Justina Perry is a New Bedford resident who launched a platform during the height of the pandemic to highlight BIPOC-owned businesses on the South Coast. She tells the story of how it all came together and how she's connecting residents to a diverse array of services.

Summer at Seacoast Science Center, and Buy Black NB Highlights South Coast Businesses

Jennifer Curtis, the Executive Director of South Shore Stars, talks with Nichole about the work the organization has done for decades to provide children with educational and youth development opportunities. They support kids of all ages around the South Shore, from birth through high school! Deborah Re, the CEO/President of Big Sister of Greater Boston, joins the show with Melissa Steffy and Seeraj Fayez of Herb Chambers BMW and Mini of Boston to talk about their 33rd Annual Car Raffle. This is one of the biggest fundraising events of the year for Big Sister, and Deb has details on how big of an impact it makes in their efforts to help connect girls with mentors and develop life-long relationships. WBZ's Drew Moholland speaks with Professor Juliet Schor at Boston College about the idea of a four-day work week taking root here in the United States.

South Shore Stars Illuminates Youth Opportunities, and Big Sister of Greater Boston's Car Raffle

Bob Cox, the founder and executive director of the Bridge Club of Greater Lowell, joins Nichole to talk about the Club's mission - providing safety, solidarity, and support to those struggling with addiction around the Merrimack Valley and beyond. Bob details his own journey with substance abuse, and how a round of treatment in Florida sparked the Club's creation. He also talks about the services they offer, such as recovery coaching and connections to detox. ++ CW: addiction, drug/alcohol use, suicide attempt ++

Bridge Club of Greater Lowell Offers Strength Through Community for People in Recovery

A non-profit on the North Shore, Build Health International, has been working for years to get critical health infrastructure and supplies out to developing countries. Now, they're breathing new life into medical supplies used at the "Boston Hope" COVID-19 field hospital. Sarah Sceery and Zac Chase of BHI join Nichole on the show to talk about the process and where the supplies are going. COVID-19 affected each of our lives in different ways, but for many of us, it took a toll on our physical, mental, and emotional health. Now that we're getting back into the "new normal", how are we supposed to work through all this? Dr. David Brendel, a psychiatrist in Belmont, returns to the show to talk about what he's seeing in his practice and offer advice for those who may be struggling with re-entry into a re-opened world.

BHI Brings "Boston Hope" to the World, and COVID-19's Impact on our Mental Health

Ransomware attacks have been in the news lately, but what are they, exactly? Do they just affect businesses and governments, or can individuals be hit, too? Stephanie Helm, Director of the MassCyberCenter, talks with Nichole about the ins and outs of these cyberattacks, how phishing can make you vulnerable, and how you can protect yourself. Todd Glickman, a volunteer at the Seashore Trolley Museum in Kennebunkport, Maine, joins Nichole to share the incredible history of the fleet of trolleys, buses, and trains they have on their 300 acre museum lot.

Ransomware 101 with MassCyberCenter, and Seashore Trolley Museum Transports You to the Past

WBZ’s Nichole Davis shares the stories from your community Saturday nights at 10:00 PM on WBZ NewsRadio 1030.

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