In Depth

Mike Stenhouse and Richard August on State of the State 3/13/23

State of the State: RIDE Curriculum Mandates

By Richard August | April 16, 2023 |

Host Richard August and Mike Stenhouse of the RI Center for Freedom and Prosperity talk about the ways in which Rhode Island history and social studies curricula teach activism rather than Americans’ political heritage.

Biker on a dirty ATV.

Politics This Week: Hidden Emails, DUI Skeletons, Bikers Gone Wild

By Justin Katz | April 11, 2023 |

John DePetro and Justin Katz discuss the mysterious ways in which Rhode Island government runs poorly.

Dana Kopec and Darlene D'Arezzo on State of the State March 13, 2023

State of the State: Dana Kopec

By John Carlevale | April 9, 2023 |

Darlene D’Arezzo talks with Dana Kopec of the RIDEM about Aquatic Resource Education and Women’s Hunter Safety Education Programs

Providence, Rhode Island, USA park and skyline.

Politics This Week: Blame, Budgets, and Bailouts

By Justin Katz | April 3, 2023 |

John DePetro and Justin Katz walk through the latest comedies in Rhode Island politics and discuss the characters who have been stealing the spotlight.

Jessica Drew-Day and Darlene D'Arezzo on State of the State 2/27/23

State of the State: Exercising Your Political Citizenship

By Darlene D'Arezzo | April 2, 2023 |

Darlene D’Arezzo discusses civic engagement and running for office with Jessica Drew-Day

Man hiding money behind his back with his fingers crossed.

Politics This Week: Rhode Island, the Begging State

By Justin Katz | March 29, 2023 |

John DePetro and Justin Katz discuss the factors behind Rhode Island’s inability to raise sufficient funds for major projects.

Jim Palmisciano, Sarah R, and John Carlevale on State of the State

State of the State: Introducing the RI Forward Party

By John Carlevale | March 26, 2023 |

Host John Carlevale introduces viewers to the RI Forward Party with Jim Palmisciano and Sarah R.

Shady businessman with contract

Politics This Week: State Vulnerability to the Virtual Con

By Justin Katz | March 20, 2023 |

John DePetro and Justin Katz examine the ways an excessive purview and incompetence leave Rhode Island politicians and bureaucrats vulnerable to scams and other bad decisions.

Ellen Schroeder and Susan Orban on State of the State

State of the State: Promoting Mental Wellness Using The Greatest 8 Skills

By Susan Orban | March 19, 2023 |

Host Susan Orban speaks with URI professor Ellen Schroeder about strategies for parents to develop their children’s mental wellness.

A man holds a red smoke signal on ice

Politics This Week: The Insiders’ Clear Messages

By Justin Katz | March 14, 2023 |

John DePetro and Justin Katz interpret the unmistakable messages of RI insiders’ actions.