20: Don't Panic!

Boston Public Radio Podcast

English - March 10, 2020 19:33 - 2 hours - 75.3 MB - ★★★★ - 429 ratings
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Today on Boston Public Radio:

We opened our lines to ask listeners: are you buying into the coronavirus hype?

NBC Sports Boston reporter Trenni Kusnierek discussed how anxieties around coronavirus are impacting the world of sports, and the positive impact that napping has on athlete recovery.

Sheila Hemani and Pete Miraglia from Draper Labs discussed their "Globe Initiative Challenge," which seeks to boost research on microplastics and coral reef restoration.

Food writer Corby Kummer discussed a surge in food delivery orders amid coronavirus anxiety, and the heightened risks posed to delivery drivers.

Suffolk County District Attorney Rachael Rollins joined to discuss her first year in office, the February attack on two Spanish-speaking East Boston residents, and take questions from callers.

CNN’s John King discussed the latest headlines around coronavirus and Tuesday’s primaries.

We re-opened our lines to ask callers: who would you like to see as vice president on the Democratic ticket in November?