Under the Radar with Callie Crossley

08/27/2024

How are Indian American and South Asian women shaping the 2024 elections in their communities and states, both as active voters and as candidates? We break it down with three experts on "Under the Radar with Callie Crossley" https://www.wgbh.org/news/politics/2024-08-16/not-just-kamala-how-indian-and-south-asian-american-women-are-shaping-politics-around-the-country

08/26/2024

Published as a novel more than 20 years ago, "The Emperor of Ocean Park" is now a streaming series starring Oscar-winner Forest Whitaker. We speak with author Stephen L. Carter and show creator Sherman Payne about adapting the thrilling whodunit:

Interest in the novel has continued, and now “The Emperor of Ocean Park” has been adapted into a streaming series starring Academy Award-winner Forest Whitaker.

08/26/2024

They came as housekeepers, whalers and indentured servants in the 19th century: Black families who settled permanently on Martha’s Vineyard. Learn more about the history of Black homeownership on the island in this week's episode:

In the book, “Black Homeownership on Martha’s Vineyard: A History,” authors Thomas Dresser and Richard Taylor trace the presence of Black Americans on the Vineyard back to pre-Revolutionary War, through the Underground Railroad and the Civil War, and into the 20th century and the Great Migrati...

08/19/2024

It's back! Boston's official summer mixtape, celebrating the city's rich musical heritage, showcases six DJs and 17 artists in this year's edition. Have you heard it yet?

Boston's second city sponsored mixtape, “Dear Summer: Volume 2” is live, featuring a new set of artists for 2024.

08/19/2024

Indian American and South Asian American women are fired up for VP Kamala Harris' presidential campaign, but also for local, state and national races across the country. How are they shaping the 2024 elections, both as active voters and as candidates?

Two high-profile Indian American women — Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris and Usha Vance, wife of Republican vice presidential candidate JD Vance — are shining a spotlight on South Asian women in politics.

08/16/2024

It's been 65 years since the release of Miles Davis' "Kind of Blue," widely considered one of the best -- if not THE best -- jazz album of all time. We speak to three experts -- and some local jazz students -- about this revolutionary album: https://www.wgbh.org/music/2024-08-09/the-enduring-legacy-of-miles-davis-iconic-album-kind-of-blue

08/15/2024

Is this the greatest jazz album of all time? It's been 65 years since the release of Miles Davis' "Kind of Blue," and it's still making waves. Why do people love it so much, and is it fair to call it "revolutionary"? Listen to our special episode now!

"Kind of Blue" has endured as the top classic jazz album for 65 years. Experts and scholars weigh in on why they think the album continues to resonate today.

08/05/2024

Calling all ACOTAR and "Fourth Wing" fans: this week's episode is all about romantasy! Check out our conversation with authors Alexandra Rowland, Celestine Martin and Outlander's Diana Gabaldon about the spicy genre taking over social feeds and bookstores:

In this special edition of “Bookmarked: The Under the Radar Book Club,” we’re diving into one of today’s most popular and best-selling genres taking over bookstores — and your social media feeds: "romantasy." That’s romance plus fantasy.

07/29/2024

Ever wanted to know the ins and outs of being an Olympic athlete? We spoke with two members of Team USA's women's rowing crew to hear the joys, struggles and behind-the-scenes details of being an Olympian!

Two members of the Team USA rowing team take us behind-the-scenes leading up to the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.

07/29/2024

The Olympics officially kicked off on Friday! Here's what you should be looking out for at this year's games:

This year, for the first time in the history of the Olympics, there will be an equal number of men and women vying for the gold.

07/22/2024

Extreme heat, massive hurricanes, floods in Vermont and standing up to oil companies: our environmental news roundtable covers it all! Listen now!

Three environmental experts say extreme heat is here to stay.

07/22/2024

National Ice Cream Day may have been yesterday, but we think it's fine to celebrate all year round ☺️

This Sunday, July 21, Americans will celebrate their favorite creamy, dreamy dessert: ice cream.

07/15/2024

ICYMI: Could Kamala Harris be the Dems only hope for victory this fall? What exactly is Project 2025? And why is a potential audit of the state legislature such a hot topic? All that and much more with the Mass Politics Profs on this week's episode!

The calls for President Joe Biden to step down as the Democratic candidate for the 2024 presidential campaign are growing louder. Is Vice President Kamala Harris growing traction as the top pick for 2024? This and more on Under the Radar with Callie Crossley's this week with the Mass Politics Profs.

07/10/2024

Despite decades of research and multiple studies documenting the benefits, people continue to push back against diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives at public and private institutions. Listen to our latest roundtable all about the value-add of DEI:

Despite decades of research and studies documenting the benefits, many continue to push back against diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives at public and private institutions — including in the business world.

07/04/2024

Got some time on your hands today? Celebrate with a great book! Check out our summer reading special with *tons* of suggestions for kids, tweens, teens and adults.

For Under the Radar's annual summer reading special, three of our local librarians return with their curated lists for summer, including thrillers, histories, young adult stories, romance and mysteries.

07/03/2024

ICYMI: Pride Month may be over, but our LGBTQ+ roundtable has plenty to discuss, including the Parentage Act, the SCOTUS hearing its first gender-affirming care case and Dwyane new online community for trans youth and families. Listen now!

The Supreme Court will hear its first case on gender-affirming care for minors, and Dwyane Wade has a new venture for trans youth. All this and more on the LGBTQ+ Roundtable on Under the Radar.

07/02/2024

ICYMI: Today is the last day of the online Check out this conversation with founder Lisa Simmons and comedian about this year's festival and the great online offerings still available to watch!

“The interesting thing about it was the different generations of comics,” said Alonzo Bodden, a comedian who participated in the featured short film “Of the Comics.”

06/10/2024

"For me, [being a scientist] is like I'm living in a dream."

Last month, cellular and molecular biologist Dr. Jason Buenrostro was named as one of the MacArthur "genius" grant fellows for 2023. He's one of four local awardees, part of Under the Radar's series, "The Genius Next Door."

06/09/2024

Through prose and poetry, Mason traces the intertwined seasons of the people linked to the home, as well as the exciting evolution of plants and animals who share the surrounding land.

In the middle of a New England forest, a yellow house and the land on which it sits holds 200 years of personal and political history. This sweeping saga is author Daniel Mason’s latest novel, “North Woods,” the December selection for “Bookmarked: The Under the Radar Book Club.”

06/08/2024

Brooks’ simply titled novel “Horse” is a tale of the twinned histories of both Lexington and the people who admired her.

Our encore pick for Bookmarked: The Under the Radar Book Club.

06/07/2024

We get perspectives from women who have had abortions before, during and after Roe, and explore what’s next for reproductive care in America.

We reflect on the state of abortion in Massachusetts and nationwide.

06/06/2024

Under the Radar looks to the future of self-checkout to find out if the practice has gone stale.

Critics argue it is finally time to check out of self-checkout.

06/06/2024

Barbra Streisand's life and career has long been the stuff of legend and mystery — until now.

Barbra Streisand spent a decade writing 'My Name is Barbra,' and fans and critics alike have heaped praise onto the 1,000 page book.

06/05/2024

Whether you measure it by its politics, pubs or people, Boston's Irish heritage is unavoidable — but Ireland's northeastern neighbor is beginning to step out of its shadow.

From kilts to bagpipes, local groups are promoting Scottish culture to stand out from Boston's long Irish heritage.

06/05/2024

"Brief Tender Light" follows four Black African students from Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Rwanda and Nigeria, as they embark on their education at MIT.

Under the Radar sits down with the director and a student featured in "Brief Tender Light," a new film about four African students navigating their studies at the world's premier engineering school.

06/04/2024

Norris describes the real-life anecdotes from Americans in her book as "like you're just walking through America and hearing people speaking out loud about the things that they only usually only talk about in private."

Michele Norris's latest book, "Our Hidden Conversations: What Americans Really Think About Race and Identity," explores how Americans are engaging in frank and covert dialogues about race.

06/04/2024

“I'm trying to train my attention on those who were disregarded in the past as a way of shaping our ethics for the present and the future."

Last year, interdisciplinary scholar and writer Imani Perry was named one of the MacArthur "genius" grant fellows for 2023. She's one of four local awardees, part of Under the Radar's series, "The Genius Next Door."

06/03/2024

In 1973, Americans triumphed in a fashion smackdown that earned the country respect and admiration among critics worldwide.

On Nov. 28, 1973, a fashion show rocked the Palace of Versailles and forever changed our understanding of style.

06/03/2024

Forty acres and a mule. That’s what was promised to thousands of the formerly enslaved in a post-Civil War nation.

Since then, America has grappled with the idea of reparations for Black Americans.

A new podcast from GBH News, "What Is Owed?" explores what reparations would look like in one of America's oldest cities.

06/02/2024

In the 1950s, most single, white middle-class women were expected to marry and raise a family — much like their mothers before them.

"Fly With Me" features the stories of stewardesses who fought back against the sexist and racist restrictions of the 1950s airline industry.