The Rotunda #352 12/14/22 -  Author and podcaster Travis Rowley is our featured guest in this episode as we catch up with the former RI Young Republicans' chair in a must-listen interview. 

I also have a good time bantering with Producer Fox as we catch up after missing each other last week, and as if that was not enough already, I'm talking about the recent Griner-Bout swap, former President Trumps claims that he could have gotten Paul Whelan out of Russia as well, and the future of the college loan forgiveness program. 

Believe it or not, Twitter is not the only place that has been laying off staff, it's becoming endemic to the tech industry. I dig into that a little bit, as well as a PSA on the seasonal blues. Please click through and give this a listen and a like!! 

The Rotunda #350 11/16/22 -  This episode features the dynamic Nina Manolson! She talks about how to end the war with food and body, and really underscores the need for Body-Piece, especially as we get into the holiday season. With all that has gone on since 2020, it is important that we celebrate, but also stay away form abusive body-relationships. 

I'm also talking about the latest from Twitter: is it ok to warn people they're about to be let go? And what are we to make of the oldest Congress in history? Should their be upper age limits to public service, or is that ageism? We also get into a deeper dive of last weeks; results especially here in RI.

All this and more is waiting for ya - please click through and give this a listen and a like!! ​

The Rotunda #349 11/09/22 -  With the mid terms now in our rear view mirrors, let's digest what went on locally and nationally and what that can mean for the next two years, as the 2024 election is now the on deck batter. 

Elon Musk's purchase of Twitter is still fanning the flames of dissent, what is this all about, and why, exactly, should we care? I'm also talking some sports news, as the Brady-Gisele split is finalized and my guy Baker Mayfield endures what has to be the season of his discontent. 

The star of the third segment is Dyana Rafferty from online retailer Ryann and Rose - come check out all the great merchandise they have on sale, learn about their story and feel good about supporting a  small business! Be sure to use the WBOB discount code for FREE SHIPPING!!

The Rotunda #348 11/02/22 - Friend of the station Doreen Costa joins us to talk about her run for office, and why it is important to have a two party system in government. How does she see not only her race, but other local and national ones going? Tune in and find out! 

Speaking of local races, did you know there is a THIRD candidate in the CD2 race? Who? Why? And what about the battle for the airwaves, who's commercials are hitting and why? Also in keeping with local races, I revisit a northern RI city that saw it's mayor forced to step down, yet running unopposed - but now has a write in opponent. 

Looking at national issues, what's all this talk about the debt ceiling, why does it matter and what would happen if it was not raised? 

All this and more is waiting for ya to just click through and give a listen and a like!! 

The Rotunda #347 10/26/22 -  Tis the season, what are we going to see in the November elections? Will the Democrats maintain both majorities that they have in Congress? Will they lose the House? Will the lose the House AND Senate? These topics are debated with fellow WBOB personality Allan Giberti in the third segment. You know it's gonna be a lively one for sure! 

In other news, have you heard about Meta/Facebook wanting to help execs keep tabs on remote workers? Also, what about Brittney Griner still being held in Russia, what's the possibility of her getting let out? What's going on in the CD 2 race? All this and more if yours for the taking, please be sure to give this a listen and a like as we head to Election Day!! 

The Rotunda #346 10/19/22 -  RI Secretary of State Candidate Pat Cortellessa calls in for the second segment to talk about his campaign, what he sees as the biggest issues to be tackled at that role, and how he plans to do it! 
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Schuyler Van Sickle has the third segment to talk about XR apparel, a literal game changer in the world of clothing! 

I also talk about what's on my mind in the first segment, in particular the effect that social media has had on politics and civil discourse - is it good or bad and what can be done about it? All this and more is right here for you, please give this a listen and a like!! 

The Rotunda #344 10/05/22 -  Rhode Island candidate for Governor, Ashley Kalus joins the show tonight to talk about the campaign so far, her plans if elected and her appraisal of the job Governor McKee has done to date. Could we see the first RI statewide win for a GOP candidate since Don Carcieri in 2006? How would she handle the recent court decision on RI's tolls? This is a conversation you definitely do not want to miss! 

You also get my updates on the war in Ukraine and what the possible endgames could be, and one Senator's alarming prediction of the continuing trend towards violence in politics. 

Please click through and give this a listen and a like!! 

The Rotunda #342 9/21/22 - Lauren Martin joins the show tonight to talk fitness with us - especially with everything that we've all seen through the past couple of years, it's more important than ever to tay active. Listen in and learn about all that Lauren has to offer and then sign up to let her help you! 

I also talk a solution to the student loan issue that pretty much no one will love 100%, but will get the job done, the DeSantis decision to send immigrants to Martha's Vineyard, and local news as well - with primary season over, how are the statewide races going to shape up? 

​Click through for all this content and more, and be sure to give a listen and a like!! 

The Rotunda #339 8/10/22 - This episode features two local musical guests! We have longtime guest of the show Kim Petrarca who catches us up on the local music scene, and making her Rotunda debut we have gospel singer Faith Torres! Two different genres of music that will leave you captivated and definitely wanting more! 

In local news, I talk about the sad spectacle of a family's feuding over politics, but the fight being taken to an unbelievable level. As we also see more fallout from the ill-advised trip to Taiwan, what does it mean for the war in Ukraine? You get my thoughts on that as well as some odd stories to boot, just by clicking the link and giving a like!

The Rotunda #338 8/3/22 - GA Candidate Matt Carvalho takes the stage to talk about his reasons for running for the open District 58 seat in the Genera Assembly. this is a refreshing interview with an up and coming candidate that you will definitely want to check out! 

In this episode I also discuss the proposed prisoner swap between the US and Russia - does the proposed trade actually make sense or could it, in fact, make the world a more dangerous place? Also, we take a deeper dive into the lives of the people who signed our Declaration of Independence - what were the repercussions for them, if any? You get all this and plenty more, just by clicking the link and giving a listen and a like!! ​