Freedom and Respect

Recently, China celebrated the 70th anniversary through multiple ways, bringing people’s attention to the recent technology development. Meanwhile, Marvel’s first Chinese superhero movie “Shang-Chi” aroused debate on social stereotypes. We will also take a look at different views on dressing freedom, the hot debated topic on social media. At the end of the show, we will see how international students’ parents react to their children’s unexpected phone calls.

Deepfakes

Deepfakes are rapidly evolving face-swapped videos that are taking over the internet. We speak with Dr. Gianluca Stringhini., Dr. Yannis Paschalidis, and Dr. Aaron Lawson on how these videos are made and the national security implications they have, as well as how we can stop them from spreading disinformation.

Baker’s Vape Ban, City Council Candidate Jennifer Nassour

As the general stage of the city council election trudges on, we ask — can a conservative win in Boston’s Back Bay? Boston City council candidate Jennifer Nassour thinks so, and tells us why. And we’re two weeks into Governor Baker’s ban of the sale of vaping products. With recent news of the first Massachusetts Vape-related death, we debate the legal challenges to this ban with State Rep. Danielle Gregoire and Small Business Attorney Craig Rourke.

NFL Roundtable

This time on Offsides, join our NFL Analysts Sean Golonka, Cali Dolfi and Seth Helman as they discuss some of the hot topics surrounding the NFL as we enter Week 6 of the season. And, see what our Premiere League soccer analysts, George Abunaw and Rusty Gorelick, have to say about season predictions and more as they go head to head in another segment of Shot Clock, hosted by Alexander Puri.

MLB Playoff Preview

On the premiere of our 25th season, Offsides is back in full swing. Today, watch Jacob Gurvis talk MLB Playoff predictions with analysts Dan Multz and Nick Telesmanic. Then, join Ben Santili and Josh Rothstein as they discuss the recent happenings in the NHL on another segment of Hot Takes Hot Seat. And, Sean Golonka gives his take on the recent drama surrounding Antonio Brown.