The Point

A conversation with Nick Shaw about the loss of his young son.

Our monthly book show discusses books about islands.

The transition to electric transportation

This week: The state has a new head of Coastal Zone Management, which could impact climate planning around our region; a driver eluded police on Martha's Vineyard, crashed through a security gate, and went headlong into the water off the end of the Oak Bluffs ferry terminal; and, Orleans is getting some big public art.

Learning about whales, including through musical simulations.

The treatment of mood and personality disorders.

Our monthly gardens program with Roberta Clark is back.

This week: An earthquake, an eclipse… what else could happen? Ahh, maybe better not to ask! Meanwhile, firefighting foam gets into drinking water in Harwich—it’s not PFAS foam, but it’s not good to drink, either. And: what happens to Cuttyhunk island if the ferry can’t get into the harbor?

How science organizations engage in our communities.

Pirates and their influence on the emergence of America.

The latest science of how memory works.

This week: Governor Maura Healey comes to Barnstable to announce new support for families with preschoolers. And, a long legal battle ends as the Mashpee Wampanoag win rights to their tribal lands. Also: here comes the eclipse—you ready?

The science of surfaces

Spring is here and the birds ( and frogs) are singing more each day.