Radio Worcester

01/13/2026

Worcester’s $10M defamation lawsuit against This Week in Worcester raises big questions about Brady list reporting and press freedom — and sparks broader discussion comparing local media scrutiny with national law enforcement controversies.

Talk of the Commonwealth with Hank Stolz

$10M defamation lawsuit filed by Worcester Patrolmen’s Union head Thomas Duffy against Tom Marino, exploring Brady list claims, press freedom concerns, and contrasting national debate around aggressive ICE tactics.

01/13/2026

Sen. Michael Moore outlined plans to invest $300 million to protect healthcare coverage, cap ambulance costs at $100 to prevent surprise bills, and move forward with senior tax relief — all while national debate continues over federal enforcement actions in Minnesota.

https://radioworcester.com/sen-michael-moore-on-healthcare-ambulance-costs-tax-relief-amid-national-security-debate/

Talk of the Commonwealth with Hank Stolz

Massachusetts State Senator Michael Moore discusses $300M in ACA premium subsidies, a proposed $100 ambulance bill cap, and upcoming votes on tax relief all as national debate intensifies after a fatal ICE agent shooting in Minnesota.

01/08/2026

Tom Marino of This Week in Worcester responds to a defamation lawsuit filed by Worcester Police Officer and union president Thomas B. Duffy II, defending his reporting and calling the suit an attempt to silence journalism.



Talk of the Commonwealth with Hank Stolz

Journalist Tom Marino of thisweekinworcester.com responds to a defamation lawsuit filed by Worcester Police Officer and union president Thomas B. Duffy II, defending his reporting as grounded in public records and sourced information.

01/02/2026

Rich Rubino looks back at ’s past year in office, falling approval ratings, economic perceptions, the 2026 midterms, and an unconventional approach to foreign policy.

Talk of the Commonwealth with Hank Stolz

Political analyst Rich Rubino reflects on President Trump’s past year in office, declining approval ratings, voter sentiment on the economy, the 2026 midterm outlook, and foreign policy toward Ukraine.

01/02/2026

Thinking about a financial reset for the new year?
Ryan Kittredge shares insights on tax planning, portfolio rebalancing, and setting realistic financial goals on the ClearPath Financial Partners Podcast.

Talk of the Commonwealth with Hank Stolz

ClearPath Financial Partners President Ryan Kittredge shares practical year-end and new-year financial strategies, including tax planning, investment rebalancing, and setting realistic financial goals.

12/28/2025

Bill Moore tells us about the work of Project New Hope with our veterans.

12/24/2025

On the Talk of the Commonwealth, Hank Stolz spoke with Eric Batista, Worcester’s City Manager, about a range of issues facing the city, including tax policy, aging infrastructure, water main breaks, and the city’s response to homelessness during the winter months.

12/23/2025

State Senator Michael Moore discussed recent legislative activities in Massachusetts. He began by clarifying that the long delay in establishing cannabis lounges was due to the dysfunction and inaction of the Cannabis Control Commission (CCC), not the legislature. He detailed a new bill aimed at ref...

12/23/2025

Mayor Petty expressed caution about a proposal to levy fees on all vacant lots, noting that some property owners used adjacent lots for family activities and that such a policy could be seen as government overreach. He confirmed the City Council voted 10-0 to recognize International Migrants Day but...

12/22/2025

Downtown Worcester keeps building momentum. Lisa Malo from the Downtown Worcester BID shares what’s new and what’s coming next.

Talk of the Commonwealth

Downtown Worcester continues to grow with new restaurants, retail shops, and nightlife. The BID’s Lisa Malo highlights recent openings and what’s ahead.

12/22/2025

Hank Stolz spoke with Congressman Jim McGovern about several key issues before the holiday recess. Congressman McGovern first detailed the procedural mechanics and political dynamics behind a discharge petition, signed by a bipartisan majority, to force a vote on extending Affordable Care Act (ACA)....

12/21/2025

The WooSox Holiday Care-A-Van made 19 stops in three days, delivering gifts, meals, and time to those in need across Central MA. Dr. Charles Steinberg shares how community outreach is at the core of the team’s mission. ⚾❤️

Talk of the Commonwealth with Hank Stolz

Worcester Red Sox President Dr. Charles Steinberg discusses the team’s three-day Holiday Care-A-Van, visiting nonprofits, hospitals, schools, and community groups across the region.