This week on A Lively Experiment, a new poll reveals where local election officials stand with Rhode Islanders. Plus, the state Board of Election responds to election process concerns. We'll also hear the local take on the Vice-Presidential debate. Moderator Jim Hummel is joined by Political Contributor Scott MacKay, URI Political Science Professor…

Rhode Island's Ken Block, author of the book Disproven that details his work investigating former President Trump's allegations of voter fraud in the 2020 election, joins the show to discuss the new, revised Special Prosecutor Jack Smith report that contains elements of Block's work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

International relations expert and Naval War College professor Marc Genest, speaking on his own behalf, joins the show to offer analysis on the ramping up of the Israel-Iran conflict. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

This week on A Lively Experiment, the response to a computer hack in the Providence School system. Plus, when can we really expect the Washington Bridge to be fixed? And in North Kingstown, the fight to retain a controversial seawall. Moderator Jim Hummel is joined by Providence Journal reporter Antonia Noori Farzan, Rhode Island GOP Chairman Joe P…

This week on A Lively Experiment, the Washington Bridge saga takes a turn when crews are told to stop working to preserve evidence. What does that mean for commuters? Plus, local analysis of the presidential race. Moderator Jim Hummel is joined by Boston Globe reporter Steph Machado, Democratic Strategist Rob Horowitz, and attorney and former Gover…

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This week on A Lively Experiment, the local take on the Presidential Debate, low voter turnout in Rhode Island's primary races, and news on a few fronts about the troubled Washington Bridge. Joining moderator Jim Hummel for Outrages and Kudos are political contributor Don Roach, Rhode Island GOP National Committeewoman Sue Cienki, and Political Con…

Congressman Gage Amo offers debate reaction and a general overview of some of his recent initiatives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

Ohio-based attorney and friend-of-the-show Tony Mancuso offers perspective on Trump remarks about Haitian migrants in Springfield, OH "eating pets". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

Cranston mayor Ken Hopkins joins the show to react to his decisive primary victory over Representative Barbara Ann Fenton-Fung. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

ABC News Correspondent Brittany Shepard joins the show live from Philadelphia for a preview of tonight's Presidential debate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

The Hummel Report's (and WPRO contributor) Jim Hummel with the latest developments in the ongoing story about Cranston mayor Ken Hopkins allegedly taking an antique sports car without compensating the owner. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

This week on A Lively Experiment, the state extends its takeover of Providence schools by 3 years. Plus, the local take on Kamala Harris' first extended interview since becoming the presidential nominee. Joining Moderator Jim Hummel are Brown University Political Science Professor Wendy Schiller, Former State Representative Nick Gorham, and Paige C…

Speaker Joe Shekarchi offers his takeaways on the DNC See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

This week on A Lively Experiment, the state sues firms that worked on the Washington Bridge and what this might mean for Governor McKee. Plus, can Kamala Harris keep up the momentum after the convention? Joining Jim Hummel are Bill Bartholomew of The Bartholomewtown Podcast, Providence College Political Science Professor Adam Myers, and Weayonnoh N…

Cranston Mayor Ken Hopkins joins the show to react to a press conference held this morning by his Republican primary opponent Representative Barbara Ann Fenton-Fung in which she accused the mayor of willfully disseminating misleading mailers about her and demanded an apology. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Rhode Island Speaker of the House Joe Shekarchi joins the show from Day 4 of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

Rhode Island Speaker of the House Joe Shekarchi joins the show from Day 3 of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

Rhode Island Speaker of the House Joe Shekarchi joins the show from Day 2 of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

Rhode Island Speaker of the House Joe Shekarchi joins the show from Day 1 of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

This week on A Lively Experiment, why the AG says the Washington Bridge lawsuit needs his approval, plus the timeline for replacement. Also, is shoreline access about to change for Rhode Island beachgoers? Joining Moderator Jim Hummel are Former Rhode Island Attorney General Arlene Violet, Harrison Tuttle of Black Lives Matter RI PAC, and Former Na…

RI Education Commissioner Angelica Infante-Green joins the show to talk with Bill about the newest progress report on Providence Public Schools See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha talks with Bill about the Washington Bridge lawsuit filed today See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

This week on A Lively Experiment, what's new with the Washington Bridge? Plus, Dominick Ruggierio answers his challenger's call to follow Biden's lead and drop out of the state Senate race, and we'll get the local take on Harris' VP pick. Joining Moderator Jim Hummel are WPRI Investigative Reporter Ted Nesi, Retired URI Political Professor, Maureen…

RI Music Hall of Famer Steve Smith of The Nakeds joins the show to discuss the upcoming Rock-N-Jock charity event and the latest band updates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

Liam Malloy, Chair and Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Rhode Island, joins the show to break down today's downturn in the major global indexes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

This week on A Lively Experiment, proponents of Con Con get their turn to testify. Plus, examining the consequences of a sharp rise in uncontested General Assembly seats. And the AG puts agencies withholding public records on notice. Moderator Jim Hummel is joined by political contributor Ray Rickman, Republican strategist Lisa Pelosi, and Billy Hu…

Bill talks with Tom Nichols, writer from the Atlantic, on the prisoner exchange today between the US and Russia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

This week on a Lively Experiment, rising opposition to a constitutional convention. Plus, the General Assembly pushes the governor's proposed budget to $14 billion, and why 500 Providence kids are in urgent need of dental care. Joining Moderator Jim Hummel are former Lieutenant Governor candidate Aaron Guckian, Rhode Island Current Reporter Nancy L…

Cranston Mayor Ken Hopkins joins the show to discuss the just-dismissed ethics complaint brought against him by an associate of his primary opponent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

This week on A Lively Experiment: renewed debate over beachfront access, looking for answers about the troubled Washington Bridge, and local analysis of the presidential race after the Trump assassination attempt. Joining Moderator Jim Hummel are Tim White of WPRI Target 12, Antonia Noori Farzan of the Providence Journal, and Ian Donnis from The Pu…

University of New Hampshire pollster Andy Smith joins the show to break down details of their survey on opinions of Rhode Island potential voters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

This week on A Lively Experiment, an update on the Washington Bridge, yet we still don’t know when it will be built, who will rebuild it, and how much it will cost. How did we get here? Joining Jim Hummel are Steph Machado of the Boston Globe and a RI PBS Weekly Contributor, Former Providence City Council President David Salvatore, and Political Co…

Providence College political science professor Joe Cammarano joins the show to offer insight into the implications of the Supreme Court's decision on Presidential immunity as well as last week's presidential debate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

This week on Lively: digging deep with local analysis of the Presidential Debate. Meantime, a new poll shows the Presidential race is tight in the Ocean State and Governor McKee has a lot of work to do to boost his ratings among voters. Joining Jim Hummel are Former State Representative Nick Gorham, Brown University Political Professor Wendy Schill…

Washington DC correspondent Andy Field joins the show with Bill to talk about tonight's Presidential debate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

Rhode Island congressman Seth Magaziner joins the show to discuss his reelection bid, and beyond. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

RI Speaker of the House Joe Shekarchi joins the show to discuss the 2024 legislative session, budget, political future and beyond. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

This week on Lively: with the legislative session in the rearview mirror, we'll look at what lawmakers accomplished since January. Plus, Rhode Island voters get another shot at greenlighting a Constitutional Convention. Joining me are Former State Representative Mike Marcello, Weayonnoh Nelson-Davies of the Economic Progress Institute, and Providen…

Coventry Town Solicitor Stephen Angell reacts to the latest developments and next steps surrounding the Johnson's Pond saga. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

Warwick City Councilor Vincent Gebhart joins the show to expand on his call for Warwick Water Division head Terry Dipetrillo to be dismissed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

Juneteenth RI Committee member Lydia Angel Cooper joins the show to discuss the organization's upcoming event and the first year of Juneteenth as a Rhode island state holiday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

Bishop Hendricken Athletic Director and Head Basketball Coach Jamal Gomes reflects on his time coaching NBA champion Head Coach Joe Mazzulla See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

This week on Lively, it’s all things General Assembly: what made it and what didn't. Plus, Providence schools get more money, but will it be enough? We'll also analyze the debate over an Inspector’s General office and the Constitutional Convention question. Panelists are Boston Globe Columnist Dan McGowan, Rhode Island GOP National Committeewoman S…

Less than 24 hours after his confirmation, new Rhode Island Corrections Director Wayne Salisbury joins Dan Yorke for an in-depth conversation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

Boston Globe columnist Dan McGowan joins the show to offer insight into the latest developments surrounding Providence Schools and the state's takeover thereof. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

Providence Journal sportswriter Bill Koch breaks down former URI and current UCONN men's basketball coach Dan Hurley's decision to remain in the college game and turn down a reported $70 million offer to become head coach of the NBA's LA Lakers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence

This week on Lively, what’s in and what’s out for next year’s budget, with a few surprises along the way. Plus, should Rhode Island hold a Constitutional Convention? It’s been 40 years since the last one - and the topic is again sparking controversy. And the debate over lawmakers’ proposed changes to the State Pension System.…

Pastor Chris Abhulim, Deputy Chief of Staff for Governors McKee diversity team joins Dan to talk about comments that not enough is invested in Black communities in the state See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Por Cumulus Providence