BPR Full Show 12/22/20: Time Will Tell

Today on Boston Public Radio: 

Maura Healey talks about the state’s [Police Reform bill](x-note://D757CE1A-EB87-42C4-BFAC-970FF042F9C1/EWSNote/wgbh.org/news/local-news/2020/12/22/ag-healey-police-reform-bill-as-amended-is-a-really-good-thing), responding to questions about the efficacy of facial recognition technology and no-knock warrants. She also discusses her office's plan to ask the federal Department of Homeland Security to end its partnership with the Bristol County Sheriff's office, and responds to questions from listeners as part of our monthly series “Ask the AG.”

Boston Globe editorial writer David Scharfenberg discusses his reporting for the Boston Globe on segregation in Mass.’ public school system, and some of the lessons that officials can take from other states' approach to the issue in order to tackle the racial inequity.

Havard Business School professor Ashley Whillans talks about America’s "time poverty” crisis, and offers tips for organizing our lives to better prioritize happiness over money, in a conversation around her new book, "Time Smart: How to Reclaim Your Time and live a Happier Life.”

Washington Post reporter Annie Linskey talks about Congress’ new $900 billion stimulus package, and how she’s expecting President-elect Joe Biden to handle the country’s economic crisis after he assumes the presidency in January.

Documentarian Frederick Wiseman discusses his new in-depth documentary about Boston Marty Walsh's administration, titled “City Hall.”

We end the show by opening lines, reviving the age-old debate around the ethics of re-gifting holiday presents.