Oct 29, 202623 min
Target 12 investigator Alexandra Leslie joins Tim White and the Boston Globe's Dan McGowan to breakdown what Quest 7 on the ballot for Providence voters means, and the impact it could have on the pension plan. They also...
About this Podcast:
Come Behind the Story with WPRI 12 News in Providence, Rhode Island with conversations that take you beyond the headlines. Hear it from the journalists bringing you the most interesting news across Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts. Hosted by Target 12 Investigator Eli Sherman, 12 News anchor Kim Kalunian, and Boston Globe columnist Dan McGowan, this 30-minute show pulls back the curtain on how impactful stories come to light — and why they matter. Each week, reporters reveal the questions they asked, the obstacles they faced, and the moments that made the difference. It’s a front-row seat to the journalism that shapes your community.
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What is Behind the Story about?
Come Behind the Story with WPRI 12 News in Providence, Rhode Island with conversations that take you beyond the headlines. Hear it from the journalists bringing you the most interesting news across Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts.
What has Behind the Story covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Behind the Story: Providence's Q7, school turmoil, Flock cameras" (29 October 2026, 23 minutes), "Behind the Story: Breaking down WPRI 12’s RI governor debate" (22 October 2026, 23 minutes), and "Behind the Story: Justin Silverman on NEFAC’s first public records victory" (15 October 2026, 23 minutes).
How often does Behind the Story publish?
Behind the Story publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 23 minutes.
How hard is it to get booked on Behind the Story?
Booking probability for Behind the Story is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Behind the Story requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Behind the Story's contact route on record: verified email.
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Recent episodes
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- Oct 22, 202623 min
Democrat Helena Foulkes, Republican Aaron Guckian and independent Ken Block took the stage at Rhode Island College for a live debate hosted by 12 News. Debate moderators Tim White and Ted Nesi joined Kim Kalunian on...
- Oct 15, 202623 min
Justin Silverman, executive director of the New England First Amendment Coalition , joined this week’s episode of “Behind the Story” to discuss the organization’s public records work and legal fund. In his...
- Oct 1, 202624 min
Hogan, who recently started covering the capital city, attended a board meeting last week that erupted into chaos . Multiple members called for the school board president to step down, while residents aired their...
- Sep 24, 202623 min
Tim White, who covers the criminal justice system, has been tracking a developing story in Cranston, where police raided the former home of a notorious drug dealer that they suspected was being used as a stash house...
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- Sep 17, 202623 min
Nancy Lavin has been tracking the issue for months and most recently reported on the city’s contract with a new company to operate its wastewater treatment facility. Meanwhile, the city is still trying to figure out...
- Sep 10, 202623 min
The “Behind the Story” crew gets together to break down the results, the biggest takeaways and what comes next for the candidates who emerged on top. “Behind the Story” is hosted by Eli Sherman, Kim Kalunian and Dan...
- Aug 20, 202623 min
Anastasia E. Lennon, who covers New Bedford, broke the news that Officer Emily Pacheco was placed on leave after an ex-girlfriend accused her of using the automatic license plate reader technology to track her...
- Aug 13, 202623 min
The duo has moderated dozens of debates over the years, including Tuesday’s debate between the Democratic candidates for Rhode Island attorney general. White and Nesi discussed how they prepare for different types of...
- Jul 23, 202623 min
Christopher Gavin, a reporter with the Globe’s Rhode Island bureau, has been covering the arrest of 70-year-old Ronald Fischer, who was on the run for more than 20 years. Fischer was found aboard a sailboat off the...
- Jul 16, 202623 min
What's it like to cover a global tournament through a local lens? 12 News sports anchor Aniekan Okon joined this week's episode of "Behind the Story" to discuss his experience covering the FIFA World Cup, with...
- Jun 26, 202623 min
Nicholas Alahverdian, who grew up in Rhode Island, famously faked his own death in 2020 before going on the run while wanted for rape in Utah. Authorities eventually tracked him down at a hospital in Scotland, where he...
- Jun 25, 202623 min
The South County Star focuses on covering communities throughout southern Rhode Island and southeastern Connecticut. Nancy Burns-Fusaro, sometimes referred to as the “dean” of the Westerly shoreline, will focus much of...
- Jun 18, 202623 min
Tim White and Ted Nesi, Target 12 investigators and hosts of the political show “Newsmakers,” broke down recent endorsements in the race for Rhode Island governor, including one from Cumberland Democrats who snubbed...
Episode #51
Ted Nesi on covering elections
Jun 13, 202623 minKim Kalunian and Dan McGowan are joined by Ted Nesi for a look at how reporters tackle campaign coverage.
- Jun 13, 202623 min
Bekah Berger joins Kim Kalunian and Dan McGowan.
- Jun 13, 202623 min
Steph Machado joins Kim Kalunian and Dan McGowan.
- May 21, 202623 min
Steph Machado broke the news that the school district, for an unknown number of years, had been letting students leave school five minutes early. The practice has now come back to haunt the district, with the state’s...
- May 14, 202623 min
Ben Berke, who covers Providence, took a deep dive into the campaign finance reports of Councilor Ana Vargas, revealing the politician received an influx of donations in the months leading up to the vote. The majority...
- May 6, 202623 min
Ed Fitzpatrick, who covers government and politics, has been closely watching the General Assembly as House Speaker Joe Shekarchi faces a Thursday deadline to decide whether to apply for a seat on the R.I. Supreme...
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