Comedian Bethany Van Delft on why Boston's comedy scene is 'hot' right now
Boston-based comedian Bethany Van Delft thinks the Boston comedy scene is having a moment.
Five years since the pandemic began, she reflects on how it has impacted the comedy industry today from sold-out shows to a fervent demand for standup over what she calls "weird" comedy.
Here are Van Delft's recommendations for a good laugh:
Favorite up-and-coming local comedian: Carolina Montesquieu
A venue for a good show: Goofs Comedy Club in Somerville
Comedy show producers: Men in Comedy and Don't Tell Comedy
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Answering burning questions in Worcester
WBUR's Darryl C. Murphy drives to Worcester Polytechnic Institute to see its world-class fire lab. He sits down with internationally-recognized fire expert and head of the fire engineering department, Albert Simeoni.
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Author on John Lewis's legacy and the split within the civil rights movement
WBUR's Darryl C. Murphy sat down with Historian, Author and Newton-native David Greenberg to discuss his latest biography "John Lewis: A Life." The book offers a deep look into the life of the Late John Lewis. The iconic civil rights activist eventually became one of the most revered politicians of his time.
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For the first time, Boston residents get some say in how public money is spent
If you had $2 million to invest in your community, how would you spend it?
If you’re a resident of Boston, you have until Feb. 15 to cast your vote in Boston’s first city-wide participatory budget.
Participatory budgeting is when residents come together to collectively decide how to spend public dollars. Bostonians can vote for up to five projects from a list of 14 ideas proposed by fellow residents.
Kendra Patterson is a steering committee member of the Better Budget Alliance, a local coalition advocating for greater democratic control over Boston’s budget. She joined WBUR's The Common to discuss this year's projects and the role of participatory budgets in a democracy.
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This February, celebrate Boston, Black icons and Bugs Bunny
If you're looking for some indoor activities during the month of February, WBUR's Candice Springer has a few film screenings to tell you about. The Coolidge Corner Theatre celebrates Black icons, the Wang Theater highlights home and things get 'Looney' at The Brattle. Also, check out a calendar of upcoming events at WBUR's CitySpace.
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