Research Rabbit Hole
How research for my verse novel in progress led me to discover a new favorite band.
Selling My DJ Equipment: The End of an Era
Last month I sold my mobile DJ equipment to Sean McLaughlin, another WRPI show host with whom I'd DJ'ed a number of weddings and other celebrations. Ever since I began…
Carnation Revolution: April 25, 1974-2014
A roundup of cultural and political events in Lisbon to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the April 25, 1974 revolution that ended fascist rule in Portugal.
Standing Up for Freedom of Expression: PEN and Pussy Riot
Thoughts on the importance of freedom of expression, prompted by a PEN American Center celebration and the arrival of two members of Pussy Riot to the U.S.
Mostly Folk World Tour Playlist: November 3, 2013
A list of world music from Africa, Latin America, and the British Isles played on WRPI's "Mostly Folk" on November 3, 2013.
Mostly Folk World Tour Playlist: August 4, 2013
For the past six years, I have served as the assistant host of "Los Vientos del Pueblo," a bilingual program of Latin American and Spanish music, poetry, and history that…
Fado de Intervenção
Since 2007 I have served as the assistant host of "Los Vientos del Pueblo," a program of Latin American and Spanish music, poetry, and history that airs every Sunday afternoon…