HISTORY

We learn about new book "A Nation Wrestles with God" from Restless Books, speak with alt-rock legend Natalie Merchant at Solid Sound, and check in with Mr. Universe.

We check out what the Valley Arts Mentors have in store for their new exhibit "Revolution Artstories," and learn about the movement to book more women at music festivals.

Ousmane Power-Greene tells the story of Crispus Attucks, we find out how Indë, Parris, and how the Ujima Singers will celebrate Juneteenth at The Iron Horse, and we McGovern with Jim McGovern.

This short documentary explores a mishoon burn organized by Nipmuc-led organization No Loose Braids in collaboration with the Town of Ashfield, Massachusetts.

For 413 Gives, we talk to the Elizabeth Freeman Center. Plus, we find out about Amherst Black history with Ancestral Bridges ahead of their Juneteenth celebration.

We learn about the new book, "Ye Trodden Path," that maps Henry Knox's famous march to Boston and learn about the International Language Institute in honor of 413 Gives.

We talk with Green River Festival organizer John Sanders to preview the lineup, check out the "Brewing Massachusetts" exhibit at the Memorial Hall Museum, and talk to organization 18 Degrees in honor of 413 Gives.

We talk to hosts of The Tumble Science Podcast before the 2026 Joke-Ha-Thon fundraiser kicks off, get a Black historical perspective of the 250th, and have our latest Local Hero Spotlight with McKinstry Farms.

Today on The Rundown, we discuss the reasons behind ongoing college closures, what's next for the PVTA after finding success in fare-free rides, and the legacy of two local leaders who passed this week.

We learn about the Storytelling as Healing event that will share stories of domestic violence as a means of connection and talk to author-illustrator Hazel Newlevant about their graphic novel "Queer and How We Got Here."