Under the Radar with Callie Crossley
"Under the Radar with Callie Crossley" looks to alternative presses and community news for stories that are often overlooked by big media outlets. In our roundtable conversation, we aim to examine the small stories before they become the big headlines with contributors in Boston and New England.
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- Update frequency
- every 4 days
- Average duration
- 37 minutes
- Episodes
- 562
- Years Active
- 2015 - 2025
Joy Behar's new play "My First Ex-Husband." Plus, our September book-club pick!
First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes … divorce? Award-winning television host, actress and playwright Joy Behar goes from screen to stage in her new play, “My First Ex-Husband," premieri…
00:58:00 |
Mon 08 Sep 2025
Celebrate summer with two of our favorite seaside stories!
Summer may be winding down, but we’re not ready to say goodbye just yet! This week, we go back to Cape Cod and the Islands for an encore of two of our favorite seaside segments. First, we celebrate t…
00:59:09 |
Mon 01 Sep 2025
Amid growing disapproval ratings, President Trump tries to appeal to his base. Will it work?
We’ve just passed the half year mark into the second Donald Trump presidency. This month, President Trump called for the end of mail-in ballots. What could that mean for future elections?
States are…
00:58:00 |
Mon 25 Aug 2025
Efforts to reduce food waste in Massachusetts inspire innovation and community action
Massachusetts is a leader in the nationwide effort to reduce food waste, setting statewide standards on food scraps, supporting community-led efforts for food recovery, and ramping up assistance to s…
00:30:22 |
Mon 18 Aug 2025
Low-waste chefs craft exciting new recipes as readers grow hungry for change
Don’t throw out your leftovers; they might be the best part of your next meal! Repurposing leftovers and using food scraps in recipes is part of the movement to reduce food waste. Cookbook authors Ta…
00:27:37 |
Mon 18 Aug 2025
Asian-led media in 2025 is breaking box-office records and topping best-of lists
In the past few years, Asian directors, actors, cast and crew have dominated award seasons – from “Parasite” to “Shogun” to “Everything Everywhere All At Once.” And culturally relevant Asian stories …
00:57:59 |
Mon 11 Aug 2025
Meet three authors who wrote some of the most banned books in America
A novel about a fictional school shooting, which captures the perspectives of all involved. A memoir which begins with a young person’s complicated journey questioning their sexual identity. And a no…
00:58:01 |
Mon 04 Aug 2025
With the future of offshore wind up in the air, solar power shines on
Artificial intelligence data centers rely on electricity – and lots of it – which is leading to the draining of vital resources for local communities. President Donald Trump’s administration has shut…
00:34:31 |
Mon 28 Jul 2025
As dining trends evolve, restaurateurs rush to meet the moment
Restaurants are still recovering from the impact of the COVID-19 lockdowns. Some of them didn’t make it, while the survivors adapted to the moment and have continued to evolve. The recent changes in …
00:23:28 |
Mon 28 Jul 2025
Despite massive success, new 'Superman' movie derided as super 'woke' by right-wing pundits
It’s time for the Emmys! HBO Max lands the most nods it’s ever received, and RuPaul becomes the most nominated host in Emmys history. Plus, there’s been plenty of critical acclaim for the new “Superm…
00:31:12 |
Mon 21 Jul 2025
In 'Kufre N' Quay,' audiences cross the halfway point in a generational story arc
What happens when a 12-year-old African boy connects with a Black American girl after settling down in New York City’s Little Senegal? Emmy-nominated playwright Mfoniso Udofia explores that ensuing f…
00:26:48 |
Mon 21 Jul 2025
'Dear Summer: Volume 3' returns to highlight more emerging artists and DJs
Summer in Boston just got a new soundtrack: the third edition of its citywide mixtape. The City of Boston’s “Dear Summer Vol. 3” features a variety of genres representing neighborhoods across the cit…
00:26:30 |
Mon 14 Jul 2025
A Congressional race in New Hampshire already has eight candidates. The election is next year.
Offshore wind farms were poised to provide energy to millions in New England. Now those plans are stalled – maybe indefinitely. Broken promises are leading Rhode Island politicians to face plummeting…
00:31:29 |
Mon 14 Jul 2025
Natalism 101: What’s behind President Trump’s desire for a second baby boom?
The pro-birth movement, known as pronatalism, has long been popular in certain politically conservative circles. But in recent years, it has begun to gain traction more broadly. Many view it not only…
00:34:08 |
Mon 07 Jul 2025
Music and mystery unite in Brendan Slocumb’s latest novel, ‘The Dark Maestro’
Curtis Wilson escaped his father’s troubled world and grasped his lifelong dream of becoming a cellist. Then, he almost lost it all. The protagonist of writer, educator and classical musician Brendan…
00:23:51 |
Mon 07 Jul 2025
Latinx news: Celebs speak out for immigrants as Trump admin touts ‘Alligator Alcatraz’
The Los Angeles anti-deportation protests may not be on the front page, but the National Guard is still on the ground in LA. President Donald Trump wants to build “Alligator Alcatraz,” a detention ce…
00:32:17 |
Mon 30 Jun 2025
Summer food and drinks bring the heat with sweet-and-spicy treats
With warmer weather arriving, food and drinks are getting “swicy” – that’s sweet and spicy. The adventurous blend has been trending for some time with the rise of hot honey and, now, as an added kick…
00:25:41 |
Mon 30 Jun 2025
Unbound Pages: Authors Against Book Bans unites authors fighting for the freedom to read
Thousands of books are facing scrutiny throughout the country as the book-banning movement continues to gain supporters. Now, authors are joining together to fight back and use their voices off the p…
00:33:01 |
Mon 23 Jun 2025
Donna Summer Disco Party boogies onto City Hall Plaza
In 1975, Boston native Donna Summer released her single, “Love to Love You Baby,” a sexy disco tune featuring shimmering strings and a funky bassline that would become a global smash. Fifty years lat…
00:24:59 |
Mon 23 Jun 2025
LabCentral’s Juneteenth event showcases how local artists express resilience and joy
It’s been 160 years since the last enslaved people in the United States heard the news they were free. What was once celebrated on a city or state level is now celebrated nationwide as a federal holi…
00:22:10 |
Mon 16 Jun 2025
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