ZUMIX: Recent Episodes
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at the BCA Black Box Theatre and shared their thoughts during the intermission. 7/23/26
Vedant, Kiki, and Isabella interview Massachusetts State Senator Lydia Edwards about her early life, the causes she cares about, and her typical Sunday.7/24/26
Writing stories that transport you to new places! This radio drama inspired class sees how far your imagination can take you while learning about creative writing and voice acting. In this class youth produced an audio drama that uses sound effects and voices to create stories inspired by locations, improv games and their own imaginations. Summer 2026.
Writing stories that transport you to new places! This radio drama inspired class sees how far your imagination can take you while learning about creative writing and voice acting. In this class youth produced an audio drama that uses sound effects and voices to create stories inspired by locations, improv games and their own imaginations. Summer 2026.
Writing stories that transport you to new places! This radio drama inspired class sees how far your imagination can take you while learning about creative writing and voice acting. In this class youth produced an audio drama that uses sound effects and voices to create stories inspired by locations, improv games and their own imaginations. Summer 2026.
Writing stories that transport you to new places! This radio drama inspired class sees how far your imagination can take you while learning about creative writing and voice acting. In this class youth produced an audio drama that uses sound effects and voices to create stories inspired by locations, improv games and their own imaginations. Summer 2026.
Sebastian from TLC was at Piers Park in East Boston on June 12, when Massport got the Guinness World Records title for the World’s Largest Soccer Ball. Sebastian interviewed the organizers and other attendees at the event.6/12/26
BGA intern Hector asks attendees at STEAM Day in East Boston what they would invent, if they could invent anything. 5/9/26
BGA intern Hector documented a day on set as Sprouts filmed at ZUMIX and around East Boston.5/29/26
On May 31 2026, ZUMIX ensembles and local alumni artists performed on the Hatch Shell stage. The event brought communities together through music, culture, and connection. ZUMIX Radio hosts were there to interview attendees and capture the vibe of the special day. 5/31/26
Rosi and Brian from the band Sol y Canto spoke to Isabella and Kiki about their musical influences and played a couple of songs live in the studio.5/22/26
Isabella and Kiki from Firehouse Friday interviewed volunteers and organizers at the 12th Annual Boston Citizenship Day on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the Reggie Lewis State Track Athletic Center in Roxbury. This free event organized by Project Citizenship and the Mayor's Office for Immigrant Advancement (MOIA) provides legal assistance for naturalization applications.
Lilly from Teens in Print visits Salma and Henry on Firehouse Wednesday to talk about her article and then participates in a segment on their favorite snacks and the weirdest ingredient in each! 04/29/26To read Lilly's articles: https://teensinprint.com/author/lillien-r-manobianco/
Stunt actor, wrestler, and martial artist Justin Ortiz and his family visited ZUMIX Radio to speak about his career and role in Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance.03/13/26
Hannah Avila from the City of Boston Mayor's Office for Immigrant Advancement visits the Firehouse to talk about Citizenship Day 2026, what to expect and where to go.
Within speaks with Lazaro, a ZUMIX Songwriters alum and local musician about inspiration for his music. Lazaro also plays a couple of songs live in-studio!3/24/26
Omar talks with songwriter Adi Uppal about his music, inspiration, and plans for the future after he finishes his degree at Berklee College of Music. Adi also plays two songs live in the studio. 3/9/26
Nora Jerrett, Copywriter and Content Manager at Project Bread talks with Salma and Henry about the upcoming Walk for Hunger and the project's mission. For more info, visit: https://projectbread.org/walk-for-hunger/about3/11/26
Blain M., from Teens in Print, during his segment 'Future Order'Article: https://teensinprint.com/oil-on-canvas-connections-with-my-color/11/17/25
Lilly talks about basketball, from having passion for the sport to finding support.Omar get into the ideas of sport journalism with Lilly Manobianco, from Teens in Print.Article: https://teensinprint.com/caleb-florence-the-sart-to-endless-possibilities/11/03/25
Firehouse Monday hosts Juan Diego and Alexandra alongside Omar from OM4R interview Scotia Hille about her roll at Act on Mass and what fighting corruption looks like and what being an effective citizen looks like. We also made tons of cringey 6-7 jokes! 10/20/2025
Abby talk with Homefries and Benji about the 'Flowers to the People' project that saw hundreds of flower bouquets given out to raise money for immigration bonds to free people in ICE prisons.10/10/25https://www.flowerstothepeople.org/
Michael Prentky visits One Meal 4 Real with hosts Omar and Rene to talk about his new record. Take a listen to hear the story behind the cover and what inspired his poetry on the album.10/6/2025
Alex, Eli, Sebastian & Lena, hosts of TLC, recap the Fall ZUMIX Wiffle ball game that was composed of youth and staff playing a friendly game at Piers Park on September 29th 2025.TLC 8/01/2025
Kenneth and Claude from In & Within speak with concert photographer Eric Antoniou about his experiences over the last 40 years documenting shows. What does it take to get in the pit, take in the music and capture the decisive moment.
Omar and Julianna talk with world traveler Crystal Brown-Battle. Listen to hear stories about visiting Antartica, tips for traveling and what some of the most exciting trips were now recounted in her book 'If Passports Could Talk'4/28/25
Juliette Richman, musician, visits ZUMIX Radio Communty show 'Expressions with Potter' to talk about her music and in this snippet she share an original song called 'Little Lady'
Kapatid Kud talks with Juan Diego and Alexandra about their origin story, what inspires them to make music and perform an original song live on the studio.
Omar, host of One Meal 4 Real, talks with folks from Maverick Landing Services alongside public artist Gabriel Sosa to discuss ‘Ñ press’ and what the project entails.
Writing stories that transport you to new places! This radio drama inspired class sees how far your imagination can take you while learning about creative writing and voice acting. In this class youth produced an audio drama that uses sound effects and voices to create stories inspired by locations, improv games and their own imaginations. Summer 2025.
Writing stories that transport you to new places! This radio drama inspired class sees how far your imagination can take you while learning about creative writing and voice acting. In this class youth produced an audio drama that uses sound effects and voices to create stories inspired by locations, improv games and their own imaginations. Summer 2025.
Writing stories that transport you to new places! This radio drama inspired class sees how far your imagination can take you while learning about creative writing and voice acting. In this class youth produced an audio drama that uses sound effects and voices to create stories inspired by locations, improv games and their own imaginations. Summer 2025.
Writing stories that transport you to new places! This radio drama inspired class sees how far your imagination can take you while learning about creative writing and voice acting. In this class youth produced an audio drama that uses sound effects and voices to create stories inspired by locations, improv games and their own imaginations. Summer 2025.
Writing stories that transport you to new places! This radio drama inspired class sees how far your imagination can take you while learning about creative writing and voice acting. In this class youth produced an audio drama that uses sound effects and voices to create stories inspired by locations, improv games and their own imaginations. Summer 2025.
Writing stories that transport you to new places! This radio drama inspired class sees how far your imagination can take you while learning about creative writing and voice acting. In this class youth produced an audio drama that uses sound effects and voices to create stories inspired by locations, improv games and their own imaginations. Summer 2025.
Writing stories that transport you to new places! This radio drama inspired class sees how far your imagination can take you while learning about creative writing and voice acting. In this class youth produced an audio drama that uses sound effects and voices to create stories inspired by locations, improv games and their own imaginations. Summer 2025.
Angelica, host of Bilingual Mess, visits Sustainable Swaps pop-up event over at Eastie Farm. Listen to hear what folks were feeling, what were some of their best finds, music vibes and more!Find out more about them here: https://www.sustainableswapss.com/Lowering the impact of individual consumption through events, education, and community7/18/25
Kenneth, host of In & Within, talks with artist Eph See about making music, attention and records a couple live tunes for the radio.07/03/2025
Alex, host of TLC on ZUMIX Radio, visits Game 3 Championship game between the Yankees and the Giants. Hopes are high and the game was intense, take a listen to what folks said and how the winning team feels afterwards. Recorded at Festa Field in East Boston, MA 6/18/2025
Brian, co-host of 'Just Nothing!' visits the 2025 RHS Santana Tribute Show. Spring 2025
Will, Pathways Manager at ZUMIX, visited the East Boston Village Vibes to ask folks "What will you do to contribute to safer communities?' this summer.Take a listen to this extended VOX POP and hear what folks had to say, from smiles, to building relationships and having conversations.5/21/2025
Marcelo Trisano of FM Collective talks with Angelica and Abby of Bilingual Mess about being a bilingual band, the influences behind the music and the process behind creating work.04/04/2025
Listen to this multi-instrumental band camp at ZUMIX during April vacation week! featuring students from grades 4-8 talking about their experiences at the band camp that happened in 2025.April 25 2025
Kenneth and Claude talk with Jenny Oliver of Modern Connections shares her experience with dance, the connection to movement we all have naturally and the power of understanding one another through moving together.
Sofia talks about concert etiquette, from bringing signs and living in the moment versus recording the concerts and the influence of social media on the the concert going experience.Kenneth and Claude delve deep into the purpose of enjoying music live and more with Sofia Jimenez, from Teens in Print.Article: https://teensinprint.com/rock-the-right-way-a-guide-to-concert-etiquette/3/10/25
Nora Jerret from Project Bread joins Abby and Angelica to talk about the Walk for Hunger. What folks can expect and what they should do to get involved.
Omar talks with Michael and Joel from Eastie Farm to discuss updates about whats new in the garden and what they like about bringing food to the community.03/24/25
Take a listen to our Valentines Day Special which aired in 2025, featuring: - Catch the voices we heard at Maverick Station and ZUMIX - Listen to a conversation with our 'Radio en Español' class talk about love and friendship - Hear a throwback clip with DJ Sammy and Britt talking about Love
Tara Moses talks with the station manager about the new play 'Haunted'Ash and Aaron have been dead for twenty years, and the Indigenous siblings pass their time dancing to Britney Spears, haunting the families that try to move into their house, and wondering if they’ll ever be free from the shackles of racist stereotypes.
Krystal and Yara from Boston Children's Chorus visits Bilingual Mess to talk about their open auditions with Angelica and Abby. Tune in to hear them talk about favorite teachers and what a typical day at BCC can look like.1/24/25
A compilation of PSAs that were produced for ZUMIX Radio in the year 2024. From free services from the City of Boston to Walk for Music, take a walk down memory lane and listen to these Public Service Announcements from the year 2024.
A compilation of PSAs that were produced for ZUMIX Radio in the year 2023. From BPL Library Cat PSAs to ZUMIX Pathways department and Sumner Tunnel Closures, take a walk down memory lane and listen to these Public Service Announcements from the year 2023.
A compilation of PSAs that were produced for ZUMIX Radio in the year 2022. From our Instagram PSA, a 24 hour ZUMIX Radiothon PSA and more free events, take a walk down memory lane and listen to these Public Service Announcements from the year 2022.
Latray Barber Washington and Graham Martin-Wilson, writers from Teens in Print, visit ZUMIX Radio to talk about Latray's article 'Dear Black People, Embracing Your Natural Hair Isn’t Ghetto'They dive into questions about what led to writing the article, the connection Latray has personally to hair and what he hopes folks take away from reading it.12/5/2024
Kenneth, Firehouse Thursday host talks with Graham Martin-Wilson, writer from Teens in Print about his article In defense of “The Embrace”They dive into questions about what the legacy of 'The Embrace' memorial might be in Boston and what connected Graham to the city during his time at Teens in Print.The show also features a clip of MLK's “I've Been to the Mountaintop' Speech.11/7/2024
Dale Play a la Radio You Know! es un programa de radio producido por la Clase de Radio del Otoño 2024 en ZUMIX.Se centra en los siguientes temas: música, historias personales, inmigración y más. Este programa presenta entrevistas con el personal de ZUMIX junto con Vox Pops y reflexiones sobre por qué los imigrantes son importantes para nuestras comunidades.Producido por Alexandra y Kenneth con el apoyo de Jinari.12/4/24...Dale Play a la Radio You Know! is a radio show produced by the Fall 2024 Radio Class at ZUMIX.Centered around the following topics: Music, Personal Stories, Immigration and more. This show features interviews with the ZUMIX Staff alongside insightful Vox Pops and reflections on why immigrants are important to our communities.Produced by Alexandra & Kenneth with support from Jinari.12/4/24
Alejandra Durand-Silva visits Firehouse Wednesday to talk about 3D Printing and what inspired them to become a material scientist. Take a listen to hear Alex, Sebastian and Eli ask questions about materials and understanding how to progress in learning about printing.11/6/24
Mihail Vasilev, Alumni Services Manager and Estiben, Community Kitchen Alumni Team, talk with Firehouse Thursday hosts Kenneth. Take a listen to hear them discuss, what 'Knife Skills and Life Skills' means to them, what connections music has for them in the kitchen and why they feel passionate about the mission of Root North Shore.11/21/24
Participants of the Fall 2024 Write Rhythm class visits Firehouse Monday to talk about how they ended up making music, how they have been collaborating and they share a snippet from a song they are writing. 11/18/24
Artist Yuko Okabe visits Firehouse Monday to talk about what inspires them to be an illustrator, recent projects and what aspirational foodies could do with oatmeal if they dreamed big. Hosted by Nate, Nora and Charley.11/4/2024
Juan Gutierrez, ZUMIX Alum and 2024 Luminary Award Winner, visits Firehouse Monday. Nathan and Nora get into what his first impressions of ZUMIX were, his connection to education and his hopes for what Boston PSL can do to uplift communities.
Kenneth and Alex ask folks questions at the East Boston Spatial Justice Lab held at Central Square. Take a listen to hear what folks said love is, what it feels like and what resiliency means to them.Learn more about the East Boston Spatial Justice Lab here: https://www.eastbostonspatialjusticelab.org/Thank you to program staff who helped workshop the clips before the audio edit. 8/23/2024
John McGee, assistant chair of the Piano Department at Berklee College, talked with Firehouse Wednesday about his early roots and interest in music. They discussed the idea of learning slowly and really listening to the music versus only reading.10/23/24
Big Kids is a radio show produced by the Spring 2024 Radio Class at ZUMIX.Centered around the following topics: Jokes, Inspirations, Music and more. This show features interviews with pianist Zahili Zamora, Mass Opera alongside Vox Pops and reflections on songs we love and the power of sports!Produced by Sebastian, Xavier, Michael, Nathan, Djenane and Radio Co-facilitator Kenneth.5/15/24
Speeding Tickets Can’t Stop Us is a radio show produced by the Fall 2023 Radio Class at ZUMIX.Centered around the following topics: Friendship, Soccer, Sugary Liquids and more. This show features interviews with the Gigi, Lil G alongside thoughtful Vox Pops and reflections on what you’d tell yourself in the future!Produced by Sebastian, Kenneth, Emily and Jazper.12/14/23
Screaming Pickles in Action is a radio show produced by the Fall 2022 Radio Class at ZUMIX. Centered around the following topics: Pickles, Music, Sports, Horror Games and more. This show features interviews with the DaBlock songwriting and performance class alongside wild Vox Pops and reflections on creating radio. Produced by Alex, Brian, Bryan, Eli, Kuaun, Nora, Marcus, Mya & Omar.12/5/22
Media: In Color is a radio show produced by Alliyah of the 2022 Live On the Air Radio Class at ZUMIX. Centered around exploring media representation this show features interviews with Josh Glenn-Kayden, Casting Director of Company One in Boston and Actor, Writer and Artist Adobuere Ebiama.5/17/22
Do You Mind! is a radio show produced by the 2022 Live On the Air Radio Class at ZUMIX. This episode features talks about movies, virtual reality and the Mandela effect. Featuring interviews with Your Best Friends Favorite Band, skits about lizard people and more!5/23/22
Brainless is a radio show produced by the 2021 Live On the Air Radio Class at ZUMIX. This episode features talks about movies, astrology, love and empathy. Don't miss out on listening to the gremlin inspired sweepers, vox pops, interview clips and original commentaries!12/15/21
Hosts of The Blindside, Kat and Kaylene, interview Tommy Butera -- metal head, musician, and organizer of a concert in recognition of Autism Awareness Month. Kat, Kaylene and Tommy discuss growing up, the role of music in education and Autism Speaks, an organization offering resources for adults living independently with Autism. Tune in to hear a live in-studio performance of Tommy on guitar! 4/6/2018.
Monday ‘Firehouse’ host Gabi has a conversation with artist Shaw Pong Liu about wearing many 'hats', engaging artists with bread and supporting social causes by uniting communities through art. 4/23/18
'Monday Night Facts' host Nic and mentor Matt get a behind the scenes look at the New England Aquarium with educator Erik Michel through funny penguin stories, debunking urban legends and playing a lopsided game of 'Fact or Fake!'. 2/6/18
Manuela, host of AmericaUnificación, sits down with Morgan Jaffe to hear some stories and secrets behind the production of the podcast, Burst Your Bubble. Do you know the story behind Fritos' 70s ad featuring the Frito Bandito? Take a listen to find out. 1/24/18
'The Lost Boys' hosts Dawry and Biggie have a conversation with rapper Kiki.D about opportunities for youth artists, the Boston rap scene and why this is the best time to be a female MC. 1/10/18
'Careers for Years' host Keneisha interviews Lecolion Washington, Executive Director of The Community Music Center of Boston, about his path from Texas to Boston, defining your identity through music and what it means to pay it forward now. 10/17/17
ZUMIX Board President Steve Snyder alongside AmericaUnificación host Manuela have an in-depth conversation about making music & learning skills for the real world with three ZUMIX alums; Omar Sosa, Tayler Fernandes Nunez and Nick Shea. 11/15/17
'Elemental Radio' mentor Scott alongside co-host Joe interview Field Day band about pop rocks, getting into the flow of creating music while working together and they share a special acoustic performance recorded live in studio. 9/29/17
'Sleepless Dreamer' host Rayza conducts an inspiring interview with 'The ZuKrewe' from AS220 covering the 'Futureworlds 3: Liberation' event, what AS220 provides them as artists while also previewing an acapella medley of their music live on-air. 9/1/17