Universities and their leaders are facing increased pressure to take a stand on political and social issues – most recently, the war in Gaza. When is it time for educational institutions to be silent, and when do they have a responsibility to weigh in? We’ll dig into the topic. Also, pregnancy-related deaths in the United States are soaring compared to many of our peers. What’s behind it? Rhode Island PBS is launching a new documentary series that looks into the issue here in the Ocean State. And we speak with the director of a new production at Trinity Rep inspired by the real-life stories of Latinos in Rhode Island. Plus, a look back on the week in politics. That and more coming up on The Weekly Catch.
LINKS:
- New docu-series from RIPBS highlights ‘The Risk of Giving Birth’
- Ian Donnis’ Rhode Island politics roundup for Jan. 12, 2024
- Latino oral history project inspires new play at Trinity Rep
- Paper Moon Jazz Band at the Farm Fresh Saturday Farmers Market (Jan. 13)
- Providence Restaurant Weeks (Jan. 7-20)
- Arghavan Khosravi exhibit at the Newport Art Museum (through May 5)
GUESTS:
- Ian Donnis, The Public’s Radio Political Reporter
- Jamie Kalven, journalist, author and human rights activist
- John Tomasi, President, Heterodox Academy
- Stacy Waters, Executive Producer, “The Risk of Giving Birth” docu-series
- Brianna Medina, RIPBS Producer and mother featured in “The Risk of Giving Birth” docu-series
- Tatyana-Marie Carlo, Director of Trinity Rep’s “La Broa’ (Broad Street)”
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