Striving for a better tomorrow: Dr. Omar Bah and his journey
Produced by: Michelle Stiber Dr. Omar Bah, founder of the Refugee Dream Center in Providence, Rhode Island, uses his experiences as a Gambian refugee to help others rebuild their lives in America. Founded in 2015, the organization connects refugees with resources, education, and a supportive community while working to raise awareness about the challenges they…
Garden Time Hosts Fall 2026 Green Re-Entry Graduation
More than 100 graduates later, the Rhode Island Nonprofit continues to help formerly incarcerated individuals build skills, confidence and a path forward. Produced by: Kate Tortolini, Roslyn Iadorosa, Edith Hills, Abigail Stark Garden Time celebrated its 10th graduating class on Nov. 6, marking its largest class yet and more than 100 graduates overall. Through its…
The Door at the End of the Hallway: What Rhode Island’s Data Says About Ending Homelessness
Produced by: Kyle Turcotte Rhode Island’s homelessness numbers have declined, but the annual count does not capture everyone experiencing housing insecurity, and the data alone cannot explain why homelessness is decreasing. Research suggests that long-term housing subsidies and Housing First programs are the most effective at keeping people housed, while emergency shelters and rapid rehousing…
Investigative Interviews
Produced by: Sarah Price, Roslyn Iaderosa, Jessica Terkovich Investigative Interviews 10/16/2026 | RSS.com For Roslyn Iaderosa and Sarah Price’s investigation into AI-generated child sexual abuse material, we interviewed Jessica Terkovich, a Commonwealth attorney knowledgeable on this subject. Contributors: Interviewers: Sarah Price and Roslyn Iaderosa Interviewee: Jessica Terkovich Communities of Hope Civic Media, WQRI 88.3 FM,…
Investigative Interviews
Produced by: Sarah Price, Katherine Tortolini, Alexa Benson-Amarante, and Roslyn Iaderosa Investigative Interviews | RSS.com Contributors: Interviewer: Sarah Price Interviewees: Katherine Tortolini, Alexa Benson-Amarante, and Roslyn Iaderosa Communities of Hope Civic Media, WQRI 88.3 FM, Roger Williams University Student Radio Contributers: Abby Stark Addison Mason Alana Lemene Alex Tavaglione Alexa Benson-Amarante Aliyah Goulette-Brown Ana Dwyer…
Humanities students stand-up: the reason behind the protest
Produced by: Michelle Stiber A disagreement involving Roger Williams University humanities students and university representatives took place Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, ahead of a ribbon-cutting ceremony and 30th anniversary celebration at the Mario J. Gabelli School of Business. Students studying in the building were asked to leave by Michael Melton, founder and director of RWU’s…
Episode 9 – 11/21/25
Produced by: Communities of Hope Local Nonprofits Scramble to Maintain Refugee Assi | RSS.com Hope Pod Live’s fall semester coverage examined critical social justice issues affecting Rhode Island communities, with particular focus on immigration policy changes and juvenile justice reform. The show documented how federal funding freezes under the Trump administration have devastated local refugee…
