SCIENCE

In 1907, a wealthy Massachusetts astronomer managed to convince much of the country there was proof of life on Mars. Science writer David Baron's book, "The Martians," traces the rise and fall of that theory, including the role of an Amherst college scientist and his writer wife.

We visit Red Fire Farm to see how they're rebuilding after their tragic barn fire nearly two years ago, speak with Michel and Hannah Moushabeck about the newly-formed Interlink Foundation and check in with Mr. Universe about Asteroid Bennu.

We check in before the 22nd annual Hot Chocolate Run, see how Resilient Valley is strengthening western Mass. food ways and discuss facts of life with Mr. Universe.

We celebrate Jewish Book Month with author Richard Michelson, learn about an interfaith concert at Bombyx this Thursday and learn about the connections between pop culture and the stars with Mr. Universe.

We speak to the West Springfield mayoral candidates, incumbent William C. Reichelt and Councilor At-Large Daniel O'Brien, and check in with Mr. Universe.

We meet the first of two candidates vying for mayor in North Adams, Jennifer Macksey, Mr. Universe discusses the new "Frankenstein" movie, and BAV joins us to get a tour at Square Roots Farm

We speak with the first of three mayoral candidates in Easthampton, current Interim Mayor Salem Derby, get a preview of the costumes Monte will wear on the March for the Food Bank, and hear about comets you can see in the sky this week with Mr. Universe.

Author Michael Hutton-Woodland shares the story of his new novel, "Harvesting Legacy: A Farm’s Journey," Avery Sharpe on tour across New England, and Mr. Universe tells us about World Space Week.

We speak to the latest Mass Humanities Storyteller of the Year, Ken Casey of the Dropkick Murphys, hear how Images Cinema is shifting gears as they prepare for construction and explore the cosmos with Mr. Universe.

We learn about an initiative to merge 6 towns into one regional school district in Franklin County, speak with the authors of "The Big E Book" as the fair descends upon western Mass., and discuss possible life on Mars with Mr. Universe.