BPR Full Show 5/29/2019: The Democratic Primaries Cometh

Special Counsel Robert Mueller issued his first public address since the release of his report on Russian interference in the 2016 election. We broadcast his remarks, and then asked our listeners for their thoughts.

Chairman of the Democratic National Committee Tom Perez discussed the upcoming primaries, voting cybersecurity, and more.

As the death toll on Mount Everest hits a four year high, some are wondering if the Nepalese government should begin to limit the number of permits it issues to climbers hoping to summit the world’s highest peak. Medical ethicist Arthur Caplan weighed in.

Harvard Business School professor Mike Norton shared his latest research on the ‘ask-braggart’: the technique of asking someone a question just as a way to talk about themselves. Then we opened up the lines and asked listeners if they’ve experienced this in their own lives.

Animal behaviorist Sy Montgomery explained how climate change is threatening Bengal tigers.

WGBH executive arts editor Jared Bowen reviewed a new musical at the A.R.T. about the Arab Spring, “We Live In Cairo,” and other arts and cultural events around town.