Podcasts
Podcasts
Friday, February 27, 202602/27/2026
The Hustler Files Ep 151
ONE SYSTEM, TWO PATHS; RESTORATION VS. PUNISHMENT
Northwestern Massachusetts District Attorney David Sullivan is always up for a powerful conversation that challenges conventional ideas of justice, and what it truly means to serve a community. From traditional prosecution to innovative restorative justice practices, Sullivan shares how his office is working to balance accountability with opportunity, giving both victims and offenders a voice in the process. Rooted in a model that dates back three thousand years, restorative justice shifts the focus from punishment to repairing harm, creating space for dialogue, responsibility, and transformation. Through real-life examples and candid insights, this conversation offers a rare look inside the evolving role of a modern District Attorney and the systems working to create lasting change. This episode is a reminder that justice isn’t always about punishment. Sometimes, it’s about understanding, accountability, and the possibility of a different outcome.
Friday, February 27, 202602/27/2026
As Public as Possible
2.27 As Public as Possible
Your State U w/ Max Page & Prof & Author David Backer “As Public as Possible: Radical Finance for America’s Schools”
Buz – The Massachusetts Government’s Response To ICE
Buz & Andy On Trump & USA Hockey
Umass Asst Prof & Research Astronomer Jorge Zavala – Missing Link In Galaxy Evolution
Art Beat: Amanda Herman Of The Umass Contemporary Arts Museum – 50 Year Anniv – w/Sally Curcio & Alana Casey
Thursday, February 26, 202602/26/2026
No Kings
2.26 No Kings
Buz and Bill on GCC Senior Symposia—State Power
ACLU of Mass.’s Carol Rose-Mass law. ICE, & No Kings Day
Rabbah Riqi- Purim celebration
All That Jazz: John Anz w Nick Hempton upcoming show at Tanglewood
Wednesday, February 25, 202602/25/2026
The Heat is On
2.25.26 The Heat is On
Winter Hoopla (Shelbourne Falls) this weekend: Laura Iveson, Jane Wegscheider
Elizabeth Sacktor—Shroudmakers, Undertakers, and hairworkers
Mimi Kaplan & Eric Broadbent: Heat Pumps & Electrifying Massachusetts
Larry Hott & Anthony Kaufman “Don’t Panic” Doc Filmmaking
Tuesday, February 24, 202602/24/2026
Running to Win
2/24 Running to Win
Professor Chris Appy & Chris Small—UMass lecture: From Amazon to Gaza: Organizing, Solidarity, and Civic Courage
MHC Professor Kerstin Nordstrom & Smith College Prof. Sarah Mazda—Local volcanoes– Mount Holyoke RANGE!
Lora Wondolowski—City Council of Greenfield & Running for State Rep 1st Franklin County
Fair Play—Duke on Winter Olympics & Women Athletes in sports
Saturday, February 21, 202602/21/2026
Western Mass Business Show on 2.21.26 – Hannah Rechtschaffen
In The Western Mass. Business Show
Join us as we speak to Hannah Rechtschaffen who is the Executive Director of the Greenfield Business Association. Hannah is a creative place maker and business development professional who embodies being in the work and loving what you do. While her focus is on downtown Greenfield, she has moved about the Valley her whole life and prides herself on making meaningful connections with WMA people. Tune in as we learn of upcoming events and updates from Franklin County. Greenfield is the heart of FC and Hannah knows why. Join us at the Ja’Duke show on 2/27 and 2/28 or Bee Fest in May. Listen in to hear of the partners that help make this work possible. Thank you for your support.
Friday, February 20, 202602/20/2026
The Hustler Files Ep 150
WHEN HOPE MEETS ACTION: LIVES RECLAIMED
In Part 2 of the conversation with the Seattle Clemency Project, we are joined by Brooke Kaufman, Director of Communications and Author, at the SCP, and client Grady Mitchell. In a deeply personal look at what clemency truly means, not just in policy, but in people’s lives, Grady shares his journey of transformation, purpose, and paying forward the hope he was given. It was his hope that helped him face unimaginable personal challenges with unwavering strength, during his 37-year incarceration. This episode goes beyond the legal process revealing the human impact of second chances in a system where parole does not exist. Through stories of resilience, advocacy, and belief in human potential, this conversation is just another reminder that redemption isn’t just possible, it’s lived, every day.
Friday, February 20, 202602/20/2026
Money & Life
2/20: Money & Life Max Page & Riley Hernandez, president of the Springfield Education Association: Healthcare and school funding Lindsay Sabadosa:…
Thursday, February 19, 202602/19/2026
Local Problems, Local Solutions
2.19 Local Problems, Local Solutions
UMass Prof. & PERI co-director Michael Ash—100 WORST polluters list
Exe. Dir. Dan Crowley–Local Sports & Local Journalism
All That Jazz w/ Ruth Griggs & Jazz Guitarist Peter Bernstein comin’ to Drake (in Amherst) March 7th
Easthampton Mayor Salem Derby—Waste treatment, Housing, & WE THE PEOPLE need $$$
Wednesday, February 18, 202602/18/2026
Flippin’ the House
2/18/26: Flippin’ the House
Superintendent E. Xiomara Herman–School Budgets: The Good and Bad.
Dr. David Gottsegen–Author of Mending the Body with the Mind
Lundy Bancroft & Sarah Matthews Western Mass Rights of Nature
Paul Spector—Friday Action Group; Flipping the House
