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We’re all ears for local podcasts

Stream these 15 local podcasts
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Whether you’re into sports, arts, or business, there’s a local podcast for you. | Photo by BOStoday team
We’re big fans of podcasts here at BOStoday — chances are if you see us with headphones in our ears, we’re listening to them while on a walk, riding the T, or working to create our daily newsletter.

Fortunately, there are plenty of podcasts with local ties. Some explore the Greater Boston business scene, others dive into Boston’s rich history, and even more provide local sports commentary. Here are just a few local podcasts to fill your day.

Brattlecast: A Firsthand Look at Secondhand Books | Brattle Book Shop proprietor Kenneth Gloss and co-host Jordan Rich share short and sweet conversations surrounding topics like the Boston Fire In 3D and Trends in Collecting.

Crime of the Truest Kind | Anngelle Wood hosts this podcast all about New England crime cases. Stay tuned for two in-person events this winter.

Connoisseurs Corner With Jordan Rich | Tap into this who’s-who of Greater Boston’s dining and entertainment scene. Recent episodes cover Newbury Street restaurant Eva, wine events, and mocktails.

HUB History | Hosts Jake and Nikki share a story from the long history of Boston + feature an upcoming historical event each week. Recently, the podcast covered the crypts of the Old North Church.

ItsLitBoston Podcast | Listen to the Boston-based podcast with hosts Sam and Sho where two local guys a shine a light on topics surrounding life, music, and everything in between.

Locked on Red Sox | A daily podcast for everything Red Sox — featuring the latest news, engaging debates, and unpopular opinions.

The Struggling Artist Podcast | Trev Allen has weekly conversations with guests about being creatives, mental health, life struggles, and anything else that pops up.

Click the link below for eight more options, including two podcasts debuting this week from Kim Carrigan and Reckoning + Repair by GBH.
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Events
Tuesday, Jan. 23
  • Edwin Hill | Tuesday, Jan. 23 | 7 p.m. | Brookline Booksmith, 279 Harvard St., Brookline | $0-$38 | Register to pick up a copy of “Who to Believe” at this event with the author in conversation with Bracken MacLeod.
  • Pottery Class: Clay Date Night | Tuesday, Jan. 23 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Long Live Beerworks, 152 Hampden St., Boston | $75-$105 | Make a piece of pottery that you can transform into a vase, hanging planter, candle holder, and more.
  • Artist Event with Leslie Tuttle | Tuesday, Jan. 23 | 7-8 p.m. | Loring Greenough House, 12 South St., Boston | Free | Local photographer Leslie Tuttle will discuss her book “Women Farmers: Pioneers of the Local Food Movement in the Granite State.”
Wednesday, Jan. 24
Thursday, Jan. 25
  • Call Of Duty League Major 1 Tournament | Thursday, Jan. 25-Saturday, Jan. 28 | Times vary | MGM Music Hall, 2 Lansdowne St., Boston | $20-$25 | The competition begins on Thursday and the champion will be crowned on Sunday.
  • Poetic Escape: Black Ancestors’ Dream Edition | Thursday, Jan. 25 | 7 p.m. | Hue, 90 Exeter St., Boston | $10 | This evening of spoken word and lyrical storytelling will be led by D. Ruff, a Roxbury poet.
  • To Mocktail or To Cocktail? | Thursday, Jan. 25 | 8 p.m. | Koy Restaurant & Bar, 16 N St., Boston | $65 | This mocktail class will be led by Briana Betts and includes snacks.
Friday, Jan. 26
  • Cakeswagg | Friday, Jan. 26 | 8-11 p.m. | Aeronaut Cannery & Taproom, 199 Ashland St., Everett | $10-$15 | The Roxbury native will perform at the Everett brewery with special guests DJ Slick Vick and MonaVeli.
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Annie

Experience “Annie” at the Boch Theatre
A young actress playing Annie sits on a stage next to a dog lit up by a light with the background of a bridge and run down buildings.
This celebration of family, optimism, and the American spirit remains the ultimate cure for all the hard knocks life throws your way. | Photo provided by The Boch Center
Here’s a little sunshine for you, Boston: Annie The Musical is returning to Boston’s Boch Center Wang Theatre.

Little Orphan Annie has reminded generations of theatergoers that sunshine is always right around the corner. From Tuesday, Feb. 6-Sunday, Feb. 11, one of the best-loved musicals of all time is set to return in a new production — just as you remember it.

“Annie”, directed by Jenn Thompson, features the iconic book and score, written by Tony Award®-winners Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse + Martin Charnin.
 Don't wait until “Tomorrow” — buy tickets today
News Notes
Concert
  • No need to make things so complicated — Avril Lavinge will bring “The Greatest Hits Tour” To Xfinity Center on Saturday, Aug. 24 with Simple Plan and Girlfriends. Tickets go on sale on Friday, Jan. 26 at 10 a.m.
Health
  • Massachusetts General Hospital has reported a capacity disaster, with an average of 49 patients waiting for a bed every day for fiscal year 2023. The hospital’s request to the state to add 94 more beds was denied. (Boston Business Journal)
Watch
  • A Dorchester couple has made their HGTV debut with the new home show “Battle on the Mountain.” David and Stephen St. Russell — aka “Renovation Husbands” — will compete on the six-episode series that follows three teams as they work to upgrade mountainside homes using a $100,000 budget. (WBUR)
Active
  • The Boston Parks and Recreation Department is accepting sign ups for the free 2024 Winter Sports Clinics. The clinics include soccer, softball, baseball, and youth flag football.
Biz
  • A Massachusetts company is frying up solutions to a restaurant dilemma since 1990. The local company hand-assembles ventless fryolators and supplies them to companies all over the world. (WCVB 5)
Arts
  • Brandeis University has opened a new art exhibit that will focus on reproductive rights. Titled “Deeply Rooted: Faith in Reproductive Justice,” the gallery was curated by artist Caron Tabb and features 21 artists across a variety of materials, including ceramics and paintings. The exhibit runs through Thursday, Feb. 1. (7 News)
Cause
  • The Seven2 Foundation and One Warm Coat are teaming up to host a winter coat drive now through Sunday, Feb. 11. Visit one of nine local drop off locations like Project Paulie, In Good Co., Injeanius, and Oui Millie to drop off gently-used and ready-to-wear coats.
Community

Vote for the Picture of the Year finalists

See the winner of our 2023 Picture of the Year contest
Three Photo Of The Year Contest Finalists.
Three finalist photos (Left: Old North Church, Center: Harbor in Hibernation, Right: Fall Stroll on Comm Ave Mall) | Photos by
We knew there were a lot of talented photographers in Boston, but you all have truly outdone yourselves. You all submitted 168+ photos for our 2023 Picture of the Year contest and — we must admit — narrowing it down to just six finalists was tough.

Voting closes Sunday, Jan. 28 — so be sure to vote for the photo you think should be crowned the winner of the inaugural BOStoday Picture of the Year Contest. Pssst — don’t forget that the winner will receive a $25 gift card to use at our online marketplace, Six & Main.

See the six finalists below and vote for your favorite.
Vote here
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Today’s edition by:
Jessica
From the editor
I recently took a pottery class at Clay Lounge in the South End, and let me tell you, the wheel is tougher than it looks. While I wait for my abstract pottery to be ready for pick up, I’m considering signing up for a redemption session. Pro tip: Classes book up fast, so sign up for a single session or multiple class package in advance.
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