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Aug 29
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An announcement about this podcast feed

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A change is coming to this podcast feed. While you won't be getting new episodes of Radio Boston here any more, you will be able to find some of the best conversations WBUR records every week. Brought to you by our local news team. We're calling this new show WBUR Up Next

Join us throughout the week to learn about the most important issues facing Massachusetts from the people in charge, and the people most affected. Right here, right now - or anytime you want to check in on this podcast feed.

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Oct 1
How the government shutdown led to more elderly patients in Mass. hospitals
Dr. Stephen Dorner, a leader for Mass General Brigham's home hospital program, discusses the impact of the government shutdown. 
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'Stunned. Silence. Shock': Cape Cod couple loses their home to bridge replacement
The state plans to take 13 homes through eminent domain for the massive $4.5 billion Sagamore and Bourne Bridge project. 
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