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On Point | Podcast

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  • Let's make sense of the world – together. From the economy and health care to politics and the environment – and so much more – On Point host Meghna Chakrabarti speaks with newsmakers and everyday people about the issues that matter most. On Point is produced by WBUR.
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Episodes
  • The Jackpod: The company they keep

    The Jackpod: The company they keep
    Apr 26 2024

    On Point new analyst Jack Beatty argues that Democrats are losing touch with working class voters. What could they do to change that?

    About:

    On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world.
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    28 mins
  • Should the U.S. ban menthol cigarettes?

    Should the U.S. ban menthol cigarettes?
    Apr 26 2024

    More than 80% of Black smokers smoke menthol cigarettes. The FDA is now pushing to ban the products, saying it will prevent death and disease.

    About:

    On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world.
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    47 mins
  • How Dallas tackled violent crime

    How Dallas tackled violent crime
    Apr 25 2024

    The city of Dallas reduced its overall violent crime by 30% compared to this time last year. Its mayor and police chief credit the so-called “hot spot policing.”

    About:

    On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world.
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    47 mins
Politics & Government
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