Impact of Legalized Marijuana
There is a petition to legalize marijuana in the state of Massachusetts, to essentially regulate it like alcohol. There is also a legal challenge to that petition, and while it’s unclear if voters will be able to have their say in November, those who work with people addicted to drugs are cautioning Massachusetts residents.
Carolee McGrath sat down with Dr. Ruth Potee, the new director of the Franklin County Treatment Center, and Paul McNeil, Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist. They both shed some light on the issue of marijuana and the effects that it has on people.
Second Chance Animal Shelter
Sheryl Blancato and Lindsay Doray of Second Chance Animal Shelter join Carolee McGrath to discuss the need for community vet clinics in urban areas, like the one that they established in Springfield last year.
Partners for a Healthier Community
Jessica Collins, Executive Director of Partners for a Healthier Community, discusses the work the Springfield-based organization does to mitigate multiple health concerns and threats for residents of the city.
Terry A La Berry: A Drummer’s Life
Terry A La Berry has been playing drums as a backup musician for Arlo Guthrie for over 40 years—an experience that has afforded him to travel, meet some truly wonderful people, and see some of the most beautiful places in America. Terry sat down with Producer Keith Clark and discussed his love for playing the drums as well as another side of his music beyond his work with Arlo.
