Explain Boston to Me

Podcaster and Philly transplant Lee Stabert learns about Boston. She'll never be a native, but she might just learn to speak the language.

Explain Boston to Me is a society podcast hosted by Lee Stabert, with 165 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Lee Stabert hosts Explain Boston to Me, a society show with 165 episodes published.

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  Explain Boston to Me

  Bill Russell with Dart Adams

  Sep 30, 202657 min

  In this episode, we're speaking with returning guest Dart Adams about Celtics legend Bill Russell. He goes deep on the superstar's personality, his activism, his groundbreaking play style, and his relationship with the city of Boston. The Double Doink . Jayson Stark on the biggest MLB late-season implosions . Have feedback on this episode or ideas for upcoming topics? DM me on Instagram , email me , or send me a voice memo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #164

  Making Shoes — then and now — in New England with Gregory Cordeiro

  Sep 23, 20261h 18m

  In this episode, we're chatting with Gregory Cordeiro of Easymoc. This shoe industry vet talks about the history of making footwear in New England, the talent base that keeps companies in Boston, and why he has dedicated his life to making high-quality leather shoes in Maine. Plus, a clip from Pretty Woman and too much talk about Jumanji . But his shoes HERE ; and/or follow Easymoc on Instagram . Matt Cord is back . Bar Cici . Have feedback on this episode or ideas for upcoming topics? DM me on Instagram , email me , or send me a voice memo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #163

  Government Center with Noah Harper

  Sep 16, 202656 min

  We're talking about a project that transformed downtown Boston, for good or for ill. City planner Noah Harper talks us through the history of Government Center, from Scollay Square to Urban Renewal, Brutalism to the Cop Slide. Plus, the tragic tale of a lost earring. Previous Relevant Episodes: Urban Renewal , The West End , The Big Dig . My lost earring on Reddit. Cash reward! Also GO TO ZUSAMMEN . Malala says "Go Birds!" Have feedback on this episode or ideas for upcoming topics? DM me on Instagram , email me , or send me a voice memo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #162

  East Boston and living in the shadow of Logan Airport with Joshua Lown

  Sep 9, 20261h 13m

  In this episode, we're talking about East Boston with researcher and resident Joshua Lown. How did this series of soggy islands become a dense urban neighborhood? What is residents' relationship with their noisy neighbor, Logan Airport? And how did fights over runways and run-off contribute to a legacy of community resistance on Maverick Street and beyond? Plus, the White Stadium conversation continues and a vacation report. Jalen Hurts is nice to look at: Topping the Hottest QB rankings and appearing in the pages of GQ . Tortilla San Roman in Philadelphia. Ride the Codzilla. Bill "Spaceman" Lee in Eephus . Have feedback on this episode or ideas for upcoming topics? DM me on Instagram , email me , or send me a voice memo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #161

  Boston baked beans with Amy Traverso (Rewind)

  Sep 2, 202640 min

  There’s a reason they call it “Beantown.” In this week’s rerun, Yankee Magazine food editor Amy Traverso takes us through the history of this iconic food — and explains why its place on the Mount Rushmore of local cuisine might be in jeopardy. I made beans! Have feedback on this episode or ideas for upcoming topics? DM me on Instagram , email me , or send me a voice memo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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