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John DePetro Show | Dr. Ed Mazze, URI, Economist discussing 38 Studios
On Wednesay, May 16th, John DePetro talks to Dr. Ed Mazze about 38 studios defaulting on loans and tax credits.
John DePetro | Mike Napolitano joined John to discuss the Rhode Island Republican Strikeforce
Mike Napolitano of the Rhode Island Republican Strikeforce joined John in studio to discuss the organization and how they are helping state Republicans achieve leadership positions.
John DePetro Show | Bishop Tobin calls Obama reference to daughters "creepy" and "disturbing"
On Thursday, May 10, Bishop Tobin says he is disappointed that Obama has decided to support gay marriage. He says it is immoral and the the RI Congressional Delegation is immoral. He calls the President using his daughter's as a reason for 'evolving' his position 'creepy' and 'distrubing.'
John DePetro Show | Greg Wright of Family Service of Rhode Island
On Tuesday, May 8th, John DePetro talks to Greg Wright of Family Service of Rhode Island about an upcoming fundraiser and the foster child program.
John DePetro Show | Bob the atheist Vs. John and callers on Christianity
On Friday, May 4 2012, Bo the atheist say Christianity is make-believe and callers challenge his views. He compares Jesus Christ to leprachauns and unicorns.
John DePetro Show | Senator Shibley: Why I voted against the Homeless Bill of Rights
On Thursday, May 3 2012, John talks to Sen. Glen Shibley about the homeless bill of rights. He was one of two senators to vote against it.
John DePetro Show | Rep. Peter Palumbo & Steve Ahlquist, Pres. of the RI Humanist Foundation
On Wednesday, May 2 2012, John has Representative Peter Palumbo and atheist Steve Ahlquist in studio discussing the war memorial.
John DePetro Show | Gen. Centracchio discusses details for war memorial rally
On Friday April 27, 2012, John talks to General Reginald Centracchio about the details for the war memorial rally next Wednesday. He discusses parking and the latest on the situation.
John DePetro Show | Rev. Don Anderson of the RI Council of Churches discusses war monument
On Friday April 27, 2012, John talks to Rev. Don Anderson about how he thinks the war memorial should stay and how it is different from the prayer banner. He also notes that he thinks the atheists have the right to challenge to monument.
John DePetro Show | Gen. Centracchio announces war memorial rally!
On Thursday, April 26, 2012, John talks to General Reginald Centracchio who announces plans for a rally to support the WWI/WWII memorial in Woonsocket. He says he does not want to see the memorial moved anywhere unless it is city property.
John DePetro Show | Bishop Tobin says atheists are bullying people with faith
On Thursday, April 26, 2012, John talks to Bishop Tobin of the Providence Catholic Diocese about the Woonsocket war memorial and the Freedom From Religion Foundation challenging the cross on it. Tobin says the atheists are bullying people of faith.
John DePetro Show | Mayor Fontaine says war memorial challenge is "ludicrous" calls atheist group 'knuckleheads'
On Wednesday, April 25, 2012, John talks to Mayor Leo Fontaine of Woonsocket about the Freedom From Religion Foundation challenging a cross in a war memorial. the mayor calls the group a "couple of knuckleheads" and says the challenge is ludicrous. He says the city is considering all of its options.
John DePetro Show | John Ward, Woonsocket City Council: Atheists take on war memorial
On Tuesday, April 24, 2012, John talks to Woonsocket City Council President John Ward about the Freedom From Religion Foundation threatening to take legal action against the city if a cross that is part of a war memorial is not removed from city property.
John DePetro Show | Tony DeQuattro of Operation Stand Down RI: There are no atheists in the fox hole!
On Tuesday, April 24, 2012, John talks to Tony DeQuattro of Operation Stand Down Rhode Island who says war memorial should go unchanged and troops are very spiritual.
John DePetro Show | Gen. Centracchio: Put a bigger cross at the war memorial!
On Tuesday, April 24, 2012, John talks to General Reginald Centracchio who says don't move the war memorial and if atheists have a problem then build a bigger cross.
John DePetro Show | A.T. Wall Director of the DoC talks about paying for a patient's organ transplant
On Monday, April 23, 2012, A.T. Wall discusses the ACI paying for a prisoners organ transplant with tax payer money.
John DePetro Show | John discusses the new train station in Wickford
On Monday, April 23, 2012, John discusses the new train station in Wickford with callers. Was it worth the money? Would you ride the train?
John DePetro Show | Steve Kass interviews former Governor Don Carcieri
On Friday, April 20, 2012, Steve Kass fills in for John and interviews former Governor Don Carcieri about cuts to muicipal aid, the state of the state, and the state of the country.
John DePetro Show | Caller Pam praises Cicilline's honesty
On Wednesday, April 11, 2012, John DePetro talks to a caller who says Cicilline is an honest guy.
John DePetro Show | John discusses Chafee's son's run in with the law
On Wednesday, April 11, 2012, John DePetro talks about Governor Chafee's sons run in with the law and says that it is not a big deal.
John DePetro Show | Ryan and JRoc from the Pauly D project in studio
On Tuesday, April 10, 2012, John DePetro talks to Ryan and JRoc from the Pauly D project in studio.
John DePetro Show | Teen artist says she will do mural as originally planned
On Monday, April 9, 2012, John DePetro talks to Liz Bierendy, the Pilgram High School Junior who painted a mural of a heterosexual family and the school painted over the family deeming it inappropriate. Bierendy said she will finish the mural with the original ending.
John DePetro Show | Suzanne Arena: Bill to make it illegal to have a dog on your lap in a car
On Monday, April 9, 2012, John DePetro talks to Suzanne Arena, the woman who asked Rep. Peter Palumbo to sponsor legislation to make it illegal to have your dog on your lap in the car.
John DePetro Show | Teen artist who depicted a heterosexual family on a mural at school and it was deemed offensive
On Friday, April 6, 2012, John DePetro talks to Liz Bierendy, the Pilgram High School Junior who painted a mural of a heterosexual family and the school painted over the family deeming it inappropriate. Bierendy said she thinks it is ridiculous and she is taking the weekend to consider any changes to the mural.
John DePetro Show | Part 2: Teen artist who depicted a heterosexual family on a mural at school and it was deemed offensive
On Friday, April 6, 2012, John DePetro talks to Liz Bierendy, the Pilgram High School Junior who painted a mural of a heterosexual family and the school painted over the family deeming it inappropriate. Bierendy said she thinks it is ridiculous and she is taking the weekend to consider any changes to the mural.
John DePetro Show | Former employee of a payday lending company discusses pay day loans
Steve Martino who worked for Advance America, the largest payday lender in country as a divisional training manager joins John to discuss pay day lending companies and their practices.
John DePetro Show | Is a man, woman, and child holding hands offensive to high school students?
On Thursday, April 5, 2012, John DePetro talks to a parent of a Pilgrim High School student who says her son's friend painted a mural of the life of a man ending with the man holding hands with a woman and child and the school deemed that offensive. The school had the image of the man, woman, and child painted over.
John DePetro Show | EP Deputy Police Cheif Swenson about motorcycle accident on Wampanoag Trail
On Wednesday, April 4, 2012, John DePetro talks to East providence Deputy Police Cheif Swenson about an accident with a motorcycle and a car that left the Wamponoag Trail backed up with traffic.
John DePetro Show | Loughlin resigns from Hinckley senate campaign after making mistake
On Wednesday, April 4, 2012, John DePetro talks to former Republican Candidate for Congress and Executive Director of the Hinckley for Campaign John Loughlin about his decision to leave the campaign.
John DePetro Show | Congressional candidate Michael Gardiner: Sen. Ciccone acted like Tony Soprano
On Tuesday, April 3, 2012, John DePetro talks to Congressional Candidate in the Second District Michael Gardiner who says Ciccone acted like "Tony Soprano" and Doherty should return the campaign contribution Ciccone made.
John DePetro Show | Heated exchange between callers about traffic stops
On Tuesday, April 3, 2012, John DePetro moderates a heated exchange between callers about the police and traffic stops.
John DePetro Show | GOP Chair Mark Zaccaria discusses Sen. Ciccone and Chafee
On Monday, April 2, 2012, John DePetro talks to GOP Chairman Mark Zaccaria about Senator Ciccone and Chafee's endorsement of Cicilline.
John DePetro Show | Sec. of State Mollis's spokesperson on voter ID
On Monday, April 2, 2012, John DePetro talks to Chris Barnette, the Spokesperson for Secretary of State Ralph Mollis about voter ID and getting a free ID from the state.
John DePetro Show | Reputed NY mobster Michael Franzese discusses his life of crime and finding God
On Friday, March 30, 2012, John DePetro talks to Michael Franzese about his days in the NY mob, how he got out, and how he found God.
John DePetro Show | RI Lottery Director Gerry Aubin talks about Mega Millions
On Friday, March 30, 2012, John DePetro talks to Gerry Aubin, the director of the Rhode Island lottery, about the Mega Millions jackpot.
John DePetro Show | Gabe Abbate ED of MADD says she is not aware of drinking at the General Assembly
On Thursday, March 29, 2012, John DePetro talks to Gabe Abbate, Executive Director of Mother's Against Drunk Driving, about drinking in the legislature and Senator Ruggerio's DUI.
John DePetro Show | John reacts to Ciccone and Paiva-Weed's to Ruggerio DUI
On Thursday, March 29, 2012, John DePetro reacts to the response to Senate Majority Leader Ruggerio's DUI given by Senate President Teresa Paiva-Weed and Sen. Ciccone.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | Borrington is where the rubber meets the Rhode
In this week's Rhode Thoughts, John discusses Dominick Ruggerio's DUI.
John DePetro Show | John breaks news about Senate Majority Leader Ruggerio's DUI
On Wednesday, March 28, 2012, John DePetro breaks the news about Senate Leader Ruggerio's DUI in Barrington, plus details from the police report.
John DePetro Show | Callers dicuss teen atheist's scholarship
On Tuesday, March 27, 2012, John DePetro talks to callers about the scholarship that was given to the teen atheist.
John DePetro Show | Aaron Katersky with the latest on Trayvon Martin
On Tuesday, March 27, 2012, John DePetro goes live to Aaron Katersky in Sanford Florida to discuss Trayvon Martin.
John DePetro Show | Astrologist Myrna Lamb discusses winning the lottery and astrology
On Thursday, March 22, 2012, John DePetro talked with Astrologist Myrna Lamb about the woman who won $90,000 on a lottery ticket after she says she was advised by her astrologer that the day would be a lucky day for her.
John DePetro Show | Hartford Courant reporter discusses Lynch resignation
On Thursday, March 22, 2012, John DePetro talked with Amanda Falcone, reporter for the Hartford Courant, about Bill Lynch's resignation as the attorney for the Institute for International Sport.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | Top ten items expected to be for sale at the Rhode Island gift shop at the State House
In this week's Rhode Thoughts, Here is a list of the top ten items expected to be for sale at the Rhode Island gift shop at the State House.
John DePetro Show | RISPCA Dr. Finocchio: No excuse for neglected dog
On Wednesday, March 21, 2012, John DePetro talks to Dr. Finocchio of the RISPCA about a badly neglected dog that was dumped outside the Woonsocket animal shelter.
John DePetro Show | Lt. Fitzgerald: Newport shooting linked to "personal issue"
On Wednesday, March 21, 2012, John DePetro talks to Lt. William Fitzgerald of the Newport Police about Tuesday's shooting inside Franklin and Company in which a woman holding a gun and a knife said to an employee,: "how do you want to die?"
John DePetro Show | Callers discuss being pulled over for seatbelt violations
On Tuesday, March 20, 2012, John DePetro talks to callers about their experiences dealing with the police and being pulled over for not wearing their seatbelts.
John DePetro Show | Owner of Gregg's Bob Bacon discusses tax protest
On Tuesday, March 20, 2012, John DePetro talks to Bob Bacon the owner of Gregg's Restaurant about the protest against the Meals Tax increase scheduled for 1 p.m. on Wednesday.
John DePetro Show | John talks about Krawetz sentence with Steve Klamkin
On Monday, March 19 2012, John DePetro talks with Steve Klamkin live from the court room after the Krawetz sentence was delivered.
John DePetro Show | Caller discusses what it is like to be in prison
On Monday, March 19 2012, John DePetro talks with a caller who served hard time and explains what it is like to go to jail and how Krawetz would be treated in prison.
John DePetro Show | Feinstein talks about Institute for International Sport and URI
On Friday, March 2nd 2012, John DePetro talked with Alan Shawn Feinstein about the International Institute for Sport.
John DePetro Show | Hartford Courant reporter describes latest on Investigation into the International Institute of Sport
On Friday, March 16th 2012, John DePetro talked with Amanda Falcone, reporter for the Hartford Courant, about the latest news around the investigation into the Institute for International Sport.
John DePetro Show | Barrington Police Chief John LaCrosse about underage drinking party
On Thursday, March 15th, John DePetro talks to Christopher Roberts freshman member of the Woonsocket School Committee about the school department's finances.
John DePetro Show | Woonsocket School Committee member Christopher Roberts
On Thursday, March 15th, John DePetro talks to Christopher Roberts freshman member of the Woonsocket School Committee about the school department's finances.
John DePetro Show | Former institute of sport book keeper Paul Kelley
On Wednesday, March 14th, John DePetro talks to the former book keeper for the International Institute of Sport who says Doyle used company funds for personal expenses.
John DePetro Show | Central Falls Receiver Robert Flanders
On Wednesday, March 14th, John DePetro talks to Central Falls Receiver Robert Flanders about consolidation and if Central Falls needs a mayor.
John DePetro Show | Caller blames Carcieri for Woonsocket's problems
On Tuesday, March 13th, John DePetro argues with a caller who blames Woonsocket's fiscal problems on former Governor Carcieri.
John DePetro Show | RI Family kicked off JetBlue flight
On Monday, March 12th, John DePetro and callers react to the Rhode Island family kicked off a JetBlue flight because of an unruly two-year-old.
John DePetro Show | RI corruption and the Institute for International Sport
On Monday, March 12th, John DePetro discusses RI Corruption, the Institute for International Sport, and the Lynches. A caller blames the situation on RI being corrupt.
John DePetro Show | Lou Pulner discusses Lynch DUI case
On Friday, March 9th 2012, John DePetro talked with WPRO legal analyst Lou Pulner about the recent DUI case involving Jared Lynch.
John DePetro Show | Pulner says tons of charges coming on investigation into Institute
On Friday, March 9th 2012, John DePetro talked with WPRO legal analyst Lou Pulner about the latest on the investigation into the Institute for International Sport.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | The Doyle International Institute for Fraud
In this week's Rhode Thoughts, John DePetro discusses Dan Doyle, the International Institute of Sport, and the Lynches.
John DePetro Show | Cheif Palumbo weighs in on racial profiling
On Thursday, March 8th 2012, John DePetro talked with Cranston Police Cheif Marco Palumbo about racial profiling and the latest bill being proposed at the Statehouse.
John DePetro Show | Allen Shawn Feinstein disgusted with International Institute for Sport
On Thursday, March 8th 2012, John DePetro talked with Allen Shawn Feinstein about the ongoing investigation into the International Institute for Sport.
John DePetro Show | Meet Miss RI USA: Olivia Culpo
On Wednesday, March 7th 2012, John DePetro talked with Miss RI USA Olivia Culpo.
John DePetro Show | JD talks with Powerball winner
On Tuesday, March 6th 2012, John DePetro talked with a lady who had won 93 million dollars, nearly 10 years ago, about how life has changed since the big win.
John DePetro Show | Hartford Courant reporter describes latest on Investigation into the International Institute of Sport
On Monday, March 5th 2012, John DePetro talked with Amanda Falcone, reporter for the Hartford Courant, about the latest news around the investigation into the Institute for International Sport.
John DePetro Show | Providence Police describe neglect case
On Friday, March 2nd 2012, John DePetro talked with Providence Police Sgt Carl Weston about the child neglect case in the city.
John DePetro Show | Feinstein demands baseball cards back from State Police
On Friday, March 2nd 2012, John DePetro talked with Alan Shawn Feinstein about the International Institute for Sport.
John DePetro Show | Councilman complains about getting fired
On Thursday, March 1st 2012, John DePetro talked with Providence city councilman David Salvatore. Salvatore was recently fired from his job working for the General Treasury in RI.
John DePetro Show | Best friend of man killed in West Warwick
On Tuesday, Feb 28th 2012, Tony Longo called in to comment on the death of his best friend, Michael Parrish, over the weekend in West Warwick.
John DePetro Show | Sidewalk controversy causes possible redistricting
On Tuesday, Feb 28th 2012, John DePetro talked with Dee Dee Whitman about the latest controversy in Providence.
John DePetro Show | Talking politics with Channel 12's Ted Nesi
On Monday, Feb 27th 2012, John DePetro talked with WPRI reporter Ted Nesi about the latest poll being released later today.
John DePetro Show | Bathroom dispute in North Providence
On Monday, Feb 27th 2012, John DePetro talked with North Providence Mayor Charlie Lombardi about the DPW workers and the bathroom dispute.
John DePetro Show | Reporter explains latest on Doyle & the Institute Probe
On Friday, Feb 24th 2012, John DePetro talked with Amanda Falcone, reporter for the Hartford Courant, about the latest information on the probe into the Institute for International Sport.
John DePetro Show | Shocking new poll on Chafee and Cicilline
On Thursday, Feb 23rd 2012, John DePetro talked with Brown University Professor Marion Orr about the latest poll numbers in Rhode Island.
John DePetro Show | JD discusses his idea for the Prayer Banner with callers
On Thursday, Feb 23rd 2012, John DePetro talked with callers about his idea to take down the banner and resurrect it across the state of Rhode Island.
John DePetro Show | General presents award to Cumberland teen
On Wednesday, Feb 22nd 2012, General Centracchio joined John DePetro In Studio to present a 'Coin of Excellence' to a Cumberland 7th grader who wrote 'What I believe In' about the Pledge of Allegiance.
John DePetro Show | Pulner explains mob pleas
On Wednesday, Feb 22nd 2012, John DePetro talked with WPRO Legal analyst Lou Pulner about the Mob Pleas coming later today in RI.
John DePetro Show | Feds possible on Sports Institute Investigation
On Friday, Feb 17th 2012, John DePetro talked with WPRO Legal analyst Lou Pulner about the ongoing investigation into the Institute for International Sport.
John DePetro Show | Lombardi explains heavy police presence
On Friday, Feb 17th 2012, John DePetro talked with Cranston school committee member Frank Lombardi about the Cranston West Prayer Banner and the heavy police presence at the meeting last night.
John DePetro Show | Funny Phone Calls
On Thursday, Feb 16th 2012, John DePetro talked with 2 callers about the proposed legislation that will ban smoking outdoors in public places.
John DePetro Show | Young & Russo weigh in on the Prayer Banner
On Thursday, Feb 16th 2012, John DePetro talked with Chris Young & Kara Russo about the struggle over the Cranston West Prayer Banner.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | Top 10 pick up lines by firefighters at Kent Hospital
In this week's Rhode Thoughts, Top 10 pick up lines by firefighters at the emergency room at Kent Hospital.
John DePetro Show | Recap of the Westminster Dog Show
On Wednesday, Feb 15th 2012, John DePetro talked with ABC News correspondent Cheri Preston about the results of the 2012 Westminster Dog Show.
John DePetro Show | Lawyer argues to take God out of the Pledge
On Wednesday, Feb 15th 2012, John DePetro talked with Attorney David Niose who is representing a family in Massachusetts that wants to remove the words 'under God' from the Pledge of Allegiance.
John DePetro Show | Attorney makes wild accusations involving A.G. Kilmartin
On Tuesday, Feb 14th 2012, John DePetro talked with Attorney Joseph Salvadore about the Kimberly Fry case and accusations involving A.G. Kilmartin.
John DePetro Show | Dee Dee Whitman doesn't rule out husband running for office
On Tuesday, Feb 14th 2012, John DePetro talked with Dee Dee Whitman about the shakedown by a city councilman in Providence.
John DePetro Show | Lottery Director says winning ticket sold in Newport
On Monday, Feb 12th 2012, John DePetro talked with the RI Lottery Director Gerry Aubin, about the winning Powerball ticket sold in Newport.
John DePetro Show | Stop & Shop says we made someone a millionaire
On Monday, Feb 12th 2012, John DePetro talked with Suzi Robinson from Stop & Shop about the winning ticket that was sold in Newport.
John DePetro Show | Health Department confirms investigation into Rescue Romp
On Friday, February 10th 2012, John DePetro talked with Peter Hanney from the RI Department of Health about the alleged incident that took place at Kent Hospital.
John DePetro Show | Caller from Kent Hospital describes atmosphere in E.R.
On Friday, February 10th 2012, John DePetro talked with a caller who tells him about the atmosphere working in the E.R. at Kent Hospital.
John DePetro Show | Mayor Lombardi says give me 4 more years
On Thursday, February 9th 2012, John DePetro talked with the Mayor of North Providence, Charlie Lombardi, about the State of the State and the town of North Providence.
John DePetro Show | Controversy over runway expansion
On Thursday, February 9th 2012, John DePetro talked with Warwick City Council member Steve Merolla about the Airport runway extention plans and what stands in the way.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | Chafee State of Denial
In this week's Rhode Thoughts, John DePetro discusses how things have changed for Rhode Island.
John DePetro Show | Jim Bennett makes Big Announcement
On Wednesday, February 8th 2012, John DePetro talked with Jim Bennett about the news that Providence will host the 2013 AHL All Star game. Mr Bennett is the chairman of the board of the Rhode Island Convention Center and director of Providence's Department of Economic Development.
John DePetro Show | Attorney weighs in on condom scandal
On Wednesday, February 8th 2012, John DePetro talked with Attorney Stephen Levesque about the Occupy members that disrupted the recent Pro Life Rally at the Statehouse.
John DePetro Show | State Police discuss condom throwing at Statehouse
On Tuesday, Feb 7th 2012, John DePetro talked with Colonel Steven O'Donnell, with the RI State Police, about the Occupy Providence members seen throwing condoms at children during the recent Pro Life rally at the RI Statehouse.
John DePetro Show | Chippendale felt threatened at Statehouse
On Tuesday, Feb 7th 2012, John DePetro talked with R.I. State Rep Mike Chippendale about the Pro Life Rally at the Statehouse.
John DePetro Show | Disappointed callers reflect on Patriots Super Bowl loss
On Monday, Feb 6th 2012, John DePetro talked with some disappointed callers about the Patriots Super Bowl loss to the New York Giants.
John DePetro Show | Witnesses describe Occupiers throwing condoms at children
On Friday, February 3rd 2012, John DePetro talked with Barth Bracy, Executive Director of RI Right to Life, and another witness who saw the occupy Providence members throwing condoms at children at the Statehouse.
John DePetro Show | Lombardi says no special treatment for Ahlquist
On Friday, January 27th 2012, John DePetro talked with Cranston School Committee member Frank Lombardi about the future of the Prayer Banner.
John DePetro Show | Listener disagrees with JD
On Thursday, January 26th 2012, John DePetro talked with a listener who disagrees with him about the Cranston Prayer Banner.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | The Young Poet
In this week's Rhode Thoughts, John DePetro discusses how a young celebrity is born.
John DePetro Show | Remembering Governor Garrahy
On Wednesday, January 25th 2012, John DePetro talked with several Rhode Island leaders about the life and death of Former Rhode Island Governor J. Joseph Garrahy.
John DePetro Show | Police Detail night of Watson arrest
On Monday, January 23rd 2012, John DePetro talked with Captain Jeff Allen of the South Kingstown Police about the arrest of Bob Watson over the weekend.
John DePetro Show | Lou Pulner explains Watsons Legal Trouble
On Monday, January 23rd 2012, John DePetro talked with WPRO Legal Analyst Lou Pulner about the arrest of Rep Bob Watson over the weekend.
John DePetro Show | Rep Lima defends repealing Voter ID
On Friday, January 20th 2012, John DePetro talked with RI State Rep Charlene Lima about her efforts to repeal the Voter ID law.
John DePetro Show | Caller 'Dan' explains his Voter Fraud
On Friday, January 20th 2012, John DePetro talked with a caller who had been involved in voter fraud when he was younger.
John DePetro Show | Friend of Cranston Florists Slams Media
On Friday, January 20th 2012, John DePetro talked with a caller who slams the media for the way they have covered the latest story about the Cranston Florists refusing to deliver flowers to Jessica Ahlquist.
John DePetro Show | Leading athiest condemns flower shops in RI
On Thursday, January 19th 2012, John DePetro talked with the Co-President of the Freedom From Religion Foundation, Annie Gaylor. The 'FFRF' sent flowers to Jessica Ahlquist and the florists in Rhode Island refused to deliver them.
Paul Masse Pro Poll for Thursday 01/19/12
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | Operation Dumb Bell
In this week's Rhode Thoughts, John DePetro discusses Senator Tassoni's "marketing firm."
John DePetro Show | Cranston Student's Uncle says there is NO GOD
On Tuesday, January 17th 2012, John DePetro talked with Steven Ahlquist, the founder of Humanists for Rhode Island, about the Cranston Prayer Banner controversy.
John DePetro Show | Lombardi says he would like to appeal
On Friday, January 13th 2012, John DePetro talked with Frank Lombardi, the Vice Chair of the Cranston School Committee, about the Cranston West Prayer Banner and what will happen next.
John DePetro Show | Palumbo calls Cranston student "Evil Little Thing"
On Thursday, January 12th 2012, John DePetro talked with R.I. State Rep Peter Palumbo about the news that a Judge has ordered the Cranston West Prayer Banner be taken down.
John DePetro Show | The Amazing Kreskin makes football prediction
On Thursday, January 12th 2012, John DePetro talked with the world famous magician and mentalist, The Amazing Kreskin.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | Is Speaker Harwood still King of the court?
In this week's Rhode Thoughts, John DePetro discusses former House Speaker Harwood and his role in the cop kicking trial.
John DePetro Show | Doherty calls Louglin a 'Great American'
On Wednesday, January 11th 2012, John DePetro talked to Colonel Brendan Doherty after the news broke that John Loughlin would not enter the 2012 race for Congress.
John DePetro Show | Zaccaria says Loughlin is a tremendous asset to the GOP
On Wednesday, January 11th 2012, John DePetro talked with the head of the R.I. GOP, Mark Zaccaria, about the news that John Loughlin will not enter the 2012 Congressional race.
John DePetro Show | Napolitano says the goal is to defeat Cicilline
On Wednesday, January 11th 2012, John DePetro talked with Mike Napolitano, the Campaign Spokesperson for John Loughlin, about the news that there will not be a 2012 GOP Primary race for Congress.
John DePetro Show | Live update from the New Hampshire Primary
On Tuesday, January 10th 2012, John DePetro talked with 1590 WSMN Radio Host George Russell live from the New Hampshire Primary.
John DePetro Show | LIVE from New Hampshire
On Monday, January 9th 2012, John DePetro talked with George Russell live from the Radisson in Manchester New Hampshire about the NH Primary. George is the Morning Drive Host on WSMN 1590 in Nashua New Hampshire.
John DePetro Show | Woman describes dog abuse
On Friday, January 6th 2012, John DePetro talked with a caller who had just witnessed a dog attack and dog abuse by the owner.
John DePetro Show | Dr Finocchio condemns animal abuse
On Friday, January 6th 2012, John DePetro talked with the Director of the RISPCA, Dr. Finocchio, about another animal abuse case that a caller witnessed and called in to discuss.
John DePetro Show | Doctor describes condition of Carnevale Accuser who died
On Thursday, January 5th 2012, John DePetro talked to a surgeon in Rhode Island that described the condition that led to the Carnevale Accuser's death.
John DePetro Show | Linder says Judge will decide Carnevale case
On Thursday, January 5th 2012, John DePetro talked to Attorney Steven Linder about the Carnevale case and what will happen now that his accuser has died.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | RI's New Year Resolutions 2012
In this week's Rhode Thoughts, John DePetro lists New Year resolutions for the state of Rhode Island.
John DePetro Show | Professor says Super PACS Rule Iowa
On Tuesday, January 3rd 2012, John DePetro talked with Victor Profughi, Professor Emeritus of Political Science at Rhode Island College, about the Iowa Caucus system and the 2012 Primary election.
John DePetro Show | Astrologer Myrna Lamb In Studio
On Wednesday, December 28th 2011, John DePetro talked with Astrologer and WPRO radio host Myrna Lamb about the upcoming year and what we can expect in 2012.
John DePetro Show | R.I. SuperStar Claudia Jordan In Studio with JD
On Tuesday, December 27th 2011, John DePetro talked with Rhode Island Native Claudia Jordan about her life in L.A. and her connections to Rhode Island.
John DePetro Show | McKay calls GOP 'Private Party'
On Wednesday, December 21st 2011, John DePetro talked with Raymond McKay who is trying to become the next head of the RI GOP.
John DePetro Show | Caller describes adopting in R.I.
On Tuesday, December 20th 2011, John DePetro talked to a caller who has recently went through the adoption process in Rhode Island.
John DePetro Show | Is McKendall the next GOP head?
On Monday, December 19th 2011, John DePetro asked Tina McKendall why she should be the next head of the RI GOP.
John DePetro Show | Creator of the Terrorist Express
On Monday, December 19th 2011, John DePetro talked to the creator of the 'Terrorist Express' Santa Sled about the neighborhood dispute.
John DePetro Show | Hinckley says he's not perfect
On Friday, December 16th 2011, John DePetro talked to U.S. Senate candidate Barry Hinckley about his run against Sheldon Whitehouse in 2012. He tells JD that he is not perfect but he is ready to defeat Sheldon Whitehouse and become the RI Senator.
John DePetro Show | Attorney confirms Licht at Landfill meeting
On Thursday, December 15th 2011, John DePetro talked to Attorney Joe Rodeo who confirmed that Richard Licht was at a recent meeting about the Johnston landfill.
John DePetro Show | Chafee, Holiday Tree & Cicilline down in latest Brown Poll
On Thursday, December 15th 2011, John DePetro talked to Brown University Professor Marion Orr about the latest Poll released today.
John DePetro Show | Polisena confirms Licht was in Landfill meeting
On Wednesday, December 14th 2011, John DePetro talked with Johnston Mayor Joseph Polisena about the lawsuit being filed against the Landfill operators and Broadrock Renewables.
John DePetro Show | Gemma says he is ready to Announce for Congress
On Wednesday, December 14th 2011, John DePetro talked with Anthony Gemma about Redistricting and a possible future run for Congress.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | I’m dreaming of a First District
In this week's Rhode Thoughts, John DePetro talks about the proposed redistricting maps that clearly benefit Congressman Cicilline.
John DePetro Show | Tim White & Ted Nesi from WPRI Channel 12
On Tuesday, December 13th 2011, John DePetro talked with Tim White and Ted Nesi from WPRI Channel 12 about politics in R.I. and their recent interview with Chris Matthews.
John DePetro Show | Caller recites poem about the Governor
On Monday, December 12th 2011, John DePetro had a caller recite an original poem about Governor Chafee and the 'Holiday Tree'.
YouTube song pokes fun at Johnston landfill smell
A Smithfield man disgusted by the smell emanating from the Johnston landfill has taken to Youtube to make a statement.
John DePetro Show | 'Holiday Tree' featured on the O'Reilly Factor
On Wednesday, December 7th 2011, Rhode Island and Governor Chafee were featured on the O'Reilly Factor.
John DePetro Show | The John DePetro Holiday Caravan
Video made by a friend of John's at the Holiday Tree lighting:
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | Top 10 things said in Chafee' office before the tree lighting
In this week's Rhode Thoughts, John DePetro gives you a list of the ten things heard in Chafee's office before the tree lighting.
John DePetro Show | John's second appearance on Fox and Friends
John's Appearance on Fox and Friends Saturday December 3rd.
John DePetro Show | Original Christmas songs with John DePetro
On Tuesday, December 6th 2011, John DePetro had 3 different guests on to sing Christmas music for our listeners.
John DePetro Show / LYRIC SHEET FOR 'O CHRISTMAS TREE'
This is the lyrical version we are singing on Tuesday at 5:30 at the Statehouse Christmas flash mob.
John DePetro Show | Bishop Tobin says Chafee is the Inn Keeper
On Monday, December 5th 2011, John DePetro talked with Thomas J. Tobin, Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence, about the Christmas tree controversy in Rhode Island.
John DePetro Show | Gov Carcieri says Its a Christmas tree
On Monday, December 5th 2011, John DePetro talked with former Governor Don Carcieri about the Christmas tree controversy in Rhode Island.
John DePetro Show | JD on Fox & Friends
On Friday, December 2nd 2011, John DePetro appeared on Fox & Friends morning newscast.
John DePetro Show | DePetro & Reverend battle over Christmas
On Thursday, December 1st 2011, John DePetro talked with Reverend Donald Anderson about the Christmas Tree controversy in Rhode Island. Reverend Anderson is the Executive Minister for the R.I. State Council of Churches.
John DePetro Show | Landfill Director denies smell in Attleboro
On Thursday, December 1st 2011, John DePetro talked to Michael O’Connell, Executive Director of Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation, about the recent complaints coming from residents in Attleboro Mass.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | Governor Chafee and the C-word
In this week's Rhode Thoughts, John DePetro talks about the Governor's "war against Christmas."
John DePetro Show | Father Reilly says 'Only In Rhode Island'
On Wednesday, November 30th 2011, John DePetro talked with Father Timothy Reilly from the Diocese of Providence about the Christmas Tree controversy.
John DePetro Show | Tobin strikes back at Chafee with Christmas tree lighting
On Wednesday, November 30th 2011, John DePetro talked with Father James Ruggieri, pastor of St Patrick Church in Providence, about the Christmas tree controversy.
John DePetro get's Politifact checked
"For the past eight years, Gov. Carcieri and Mrs. Carcieri would host the lighting of the State House Christmas tree," - John DePetro, Politifact check takes John on.
John DePetro Show | Trillo talks about Governor Chafee
On Tuesday, November 29th 2011, John DePetro talked to R.I. State Rep Joe Trillo about Governor Chafee's decision to call the Statehouse Christmas tree a 'holiday tree'.
John DePetro Show | Tree Donator says 'call it a Christmas tree'
On Tuesday, November 29th 2011, John DePetro talked to Tim Leyden from Big John Leyden's Christmas Tree Farm about the tree they donated to the state of Rhode Island.
John DePetro Show | Secretary of State discusses voter ID controversy
On Monday, November 28th 2011, John DePetro talked to R.I. Secretary of State Ralph Mollis about the new Voter ID law.
John DePetro Show | Occupy College Students Rally
On Monday, November 28th 2011, John DePetro talked to a student at URI about the Occupy movement on campus.
John DePetro Show | Bill Bentley of PROCAP speaks out
On Friday, November 25th 2011, John DePetro talked to Bill Bentley, C.O.O. of PROCAP, about his recent suspension from the agency.
John DePetro Show | Lawyer for suspect in Lincoln Police case speaks out
On Wednesday, November 23rd 2011, John DePetro talked to Attorney Mark Dana about the Lincoln Police and his client that remains in the hospital.
John DePetro Show | Palumbo discusses Protest Vote
On Tuesday, November 22nd 2011, John DePetro talked to R.I. State Rep Peter Palumbo about his 'protest' vote against Pension reform.
John DePetro Show | Trillo Talks about Pension reform
On Monday, November 21st 2011, John DePetro talked to R.I. State Rep Joe Trillo about Pension reforms in Rhode Island.
John DePetro Show | Harriet Lloyd weighs in on Pension Reform
On Friday, November 18th 2011, John DePetro talked to Harriet Lloyd from R.I.S.C. about the Pension reform bill passing.
John DePetro Show | Tribute to 'Little Guy' the Bunny
LISTEN TO THIS MONTAGE TRIBUTE TO 'Little Guy' the Bunny
John DePetro Show | Police Nab Alleged Bunny Killer
On Thursday, November 17th 2011, John DePetro talked to the President of the RISPCA Dr E.J. Finocchio about the alleged bunny killer in Newport, R.I.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | East Providence goes south
In this week's Rhode Thoughts, John DePetro talks about the final solution against the unions: Bankruptcy.
John DePetro Show | Mayor Taveras says PROCAP investigation is 'tip of the iceberg'
On Wednesday, November 16th 2011, John DePetro talked to Providence Mayor Angel Taveras about the PROCAP investigation.
John DePetro Show | Police moving in on 'Bunny Killer'
On Wednesday, November 16th 2011, John DePetro talked with Dr E.J. Finocchio about the pursuit of the Bunny Killer in Newport.
John DePetro Show | Mayor Taveras says PROCAP investigation is 'tip of the iceberg'
On Wednesday, November 16th 2011, John DePetro talked to Providence Mayor Angel Taveras about the PROCAP investigation.
John DePetro Show | North Providence Mayor goes head to head with Union official
On Monday, November 14th 2011, John DePetro talked with North Providence Mayor Charlie Lombardi.
John DePetro Show | RISPCA calls bunny killing horendous
On Monday, November 14th 2011, John DePetro talked with Dr Finocchio from the RI SPCA about the awful killing of a rabbit in Newport over the weekend.
John DePetro Show | Callers defend Paterno
Listen to 3 callers defending former Penn State coach Joe Paterno after he was fired amidst the Penn State sexual abuse scandel.
John DePetro Show | Linder breaks down West Warwick Police wrongful death trial
On Thursday, November 10th 2011, John DePetro talked to Attorney Steve Linder about the West Warwick Police wrongful death trial.
John DePetro Show | Joe Paterno FIRED: Update from Eric Thomas
On Thursday, November 10th 2011, John DePetro talked with Eric Thomas from The Patriot News in Harrisburg Pennsylvania about the end of the Joe Paterno era.
John DePetro Show | Dump Director confirms 'stench'
On Wednesday, November 9th 2011, John DePetro talked to Michael O'Connell, the Executive Director of RI Resource Recovery. He confirmed that the smell from the Johnston landfill is a serious problem.
John DePetro Show | Lawmaker praises DePetro as 'Leader against stench'
On Wednesday, November 9th 2011, John DePetro talked to RI State Senator Frank Lombardi about getting the 'stench' from the landfill under control.
John DePetro Show | Latest on Penn State and Joe Paterno
On Wednesday, November 9th 2011, John DePetro talked with Eric Thomas from the Patriot News in Harrisburg Pennsylvania about the latest news at Penn State.
John DePetro Show | Penn State reporter discusses controversy
On Tuesday, November 8th 2011, John DePetro talked with Eric Thomas from the Patriot News in Harrisburg Pennsylvania about the Penn State football scandal.
John DePetro Show | Health Dept confirms DEM letter to landfill
On Tuesday, November 8th 2011, John DePetro talked to Ann Marie Beardsworth from the RI Health Department about the smell from the Johnston Landfill.
John DePetro Show | Senator criticizes AARP
On Monday, November 7th 2011, John DePetro talked to RI State Senator Ed Oneill about AARP and the Pension solutions.
John DePetro Show | Johnston Mayor discusses Johnston odor
On Friday, November 4th 2011, John DePetro talked with Johnston Mayor Joe Polisena about the odor emanating from the Johnston landfill.
John DePetro Show | Author of book on Berlusconi
On Thursday, November 3rd 2011, John DePetro talked with Beppe Severgnini about his latest book 'Mamma Mia' that talks about the life of Silvio Berlusconi.
John DePetro Show | Friend of Craig Price Victim speaks out
On Thursday, November 3rd 2011, John DePetro talked to a caller that was a friend of one of the Craig Price murder victims.
John DePetro Show | Republican calls for Rep Carnevale to resign
On Wednesday, November 2nd 2011, John DePetro talked with Damien Baldino about RI State Rep John Carnevale.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | Everyone Out of the Water
In this week's Rhode Thoughts, John DePetro talks about the similarities between Rhode Island and the town in the movie "Jaws".
John DePetro Show | Occupy Lawyer speaks out
On Tuesday, November 1st 2011, John DePetro talked with Miriam Weizenbaum, the lawyer representing Occupy Providence.
John DePetro Show | Block predicts he will save state hundreds of millions
On Monday, October 31st 2011, John DePetro talked to Ken Block about the Moderate Party, 2012 elections and much more.
John DePetro Show | Video of exchange with Reverend Rix of Occupy Prov.
Video of Reverend Harry Rix in studio explaining how Jesus is with the Occupy protesters
John DePetro Show | Commissioner Pare insulted by Occupy Providence
On Thursday, October 27th 2011, John DePetro talked with Providence Public Safety Commissioner Steven Pare about Occupy Providence.
John DePetro Show | Occupy Providence Minister questions Commissioner Pare
On Thursday, October 27th 2011, John DePetro talked to Reverend Harry Rix and Providence Public Safety Commissioner Steven Pare about the Occupy Providence movement.
John DePetro Show | Minister defends Occupy Providence
On Thursday, October 27th 2011, John DePetro talked with Reverend Harry Rix about the Occupy Providence movement.
The John DePetro Show | Reverend claims Jesus would be a member of Occupy Providence
On Wednesday, October 26th 2011, John DePetro talked to Reverend Harry Rix about his recent article in the Providence Journal that says that Jesus' spirit was at Occupy Providence.
John DePetro Show | Holly Charette Remembered
On Wednesday, October 26th 2011, John DePetro talked with Regina Roberts, Tony DeQuattro and Barbara Haynes about the life of Holly Charette and the Women Warriors Luncheon. The Women Warriors Luncheon will be held on Veterans Day, November 11th, 2011, at 11 am at the Quidnesset Country Club in North Kingstown. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 1-800-861-VETS or 401-383-4730
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | If it's free, it’s for thee
In this week's Rhode Thoughts, John DePetro talks about how the Occupy Providence movement may be causing more people to leave the city, than occupy it.
John DePetro Show | State Police describe fatal accident on Newport Bridge
On Monday, October 24th 2011, John DePetro talked with RI State Police Captain Darren Delaney about the awful tragedy on the Newport Bridge over the weekend.
John DePetro Show | Study shows RI has highest suicidal thoughts in the Nation
On Monday, October 24th 2011, John DePetro talked with Dr Alex Crosby with the CDC in Atlanta about his suicide study and how Rhode Island ranks.
John DePetro Show | Witness describes children on field trip to Occupy Providence Protests
On Friday, October 21st 2011, John DePetro talked to a caller who witnessed a group of students that had been taken to the Occupy Providence protests on a field trip.
John DePetro Show | Occupy Providence protesters willing to get arrested
On Friday, October 21st 2011, John DePetro talked with an Occupy Providence organizer that told him that some of the protesters were willing to be arrested.
John DePetro Show | Reed says Gadhafi death significant
On Thursday, October 20th 2011, John DePetro talked with Senator Jack Reed about the death of Gadhafi in Libya.
John DePetro Show | Rivers says Libyan Government unstable
On Thursday, October 20th 2011, John DePetro talked with ABC News correspondent Tom Rivers about the death of Gadhafi in Libya.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | See You in Court
In this week's Rhode Thoughts, John DePetro talks about the blocks to pension reform put up by labor unions.
John DePetro Show | Mayor Fung concerned about Pension Reform
On Wednesday, October 19th 2011, John DePetro talked to Cranston Mayor Allan Fung about the Pension Reform proposal and how it will affect cities and towns.
John DePetro Show | R.I.S.C. Warns on Pension Reform
On Tuesday, October 18th 2011, John DePetro talked with Harriet Lloyd, the Executive Director of RISC, about the latest Pension Reform proposal.
John DePetro Show | Occupier says group is trying to stay organized
On Tuesday, October 18th 2011, John DePetro talked with an organizer from the Occupy Providence movement.
John DePetro Show | Pare says 'No line in the sand' with protesters
On Monday, October 17th 2011, John DePetro talked to Public Safety Commissioner Steven Pare about the Occupy Providence movement.
John DePetro Show | Occupy Providence occupies the WPRO Studio
On Friday, October 14th 2011, John DePetro talked with 3 members of the Occupy Providence group about the movement.
John DePetro Show | Occupy Providence Protesters say NO Permit & NO Negotiation with Police
On Wednesday, October 12th 2011, John DePetro talked with 2 members of the Occupy Providence movement from Brown University.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | Occupy Providence Top Ten
In this week's Rhode Thoughts, John DePetro gives the top ten comments overheard at the "Occupy Providence" rally.
John DePetro Show | Occupy Wall St supporter 'Brittany' attacks the Tea Party
On Tuesday, October 11th 2011, John DePetro talked with a caller who supports the Occupy Wall Street movement.
John DePetro Show | Ed from Narragansett supports Occupy Wall Street
On Tuesday, October 11th 2011, John DePetro talked with Ed from Narragansett who is a supporter of the Occupy Wall Street Protests.
John DePetro Show | Golf Champion Brad Faxon checks in on his big win
On Tuesday, October 11th 2011, John DePetro talked with PGA Golfer Brad Faxon after his first 50 and over title.
John DePetro Show | Globe Reporter describes Whitey Bulger in exile
On Monday, October 10th 2011, John DePetro talked with Maria Cramer from the Boston Globe about Whitey Bulger and his life in exile.
John DePetro Show | EXCLUSIVE: Juror from Fry Murder Trial defends Camden Fry
On Friday, October 7th 2011, John talked with a Juror from the Kimberly Fry Murder trial about the verdict.
John DePetro Show | Caller defends Kimberly Fry
On Thursday, October 6th 2011, John DePetro talked with 2 callers about the Kimberly Fry murder trial....One caller defended Kimberly Fry while the other caller agreed with JD.
John DePetro Show | Caller compares Chafee to Communist Dictator
On Wednesday, October 5th 2011, John DePetro talked with a caller who is a legal immigrant and went through the process to obtain her citizenship. She said the children handing flowers to the leader reminded her of Communist Romania.
John DePetro Show | Tea Party says Chafee is outrageous
On Wednesday, October 5th 2011, John DePetro talked with Lisa Blais from the Ocean State Tea Party in Action about the Rally against Gov Chafee today at the Statehouse.
John DePetro Show | Gorman says Gov Chafee will turn RI into a 3rd world State
On Wednesday, October 5th 2011, John DePetro talked with Terry Gorman, Director for Rhode Islanders For Immigration Reform, about the Rally against Gov Chafee today at the RI Statehouse.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | Dump Governor Chafee
In this week's Rhode Thoughts, John DePetro gives an outline of his demands he want to present to Governor Chafee.
John DePetro Show | Mother of Camden Fry's Friend
On Tuesday, October 4th 2011, John DePetro talked with a Mother whose child went to school with Camden Fry.
John DePetro Show | Francis of Warwick says 'Men cannot Judge'
On Tuesday, October 4th 2011, John DePetro has a heated exchange with Francis from Warwick about the Kimberly Fry Murder trial.
John DePetro Show | Juan Garcia describes Illegal Parade with Gov Chafee
On Monday, October 3rd 2011, John DePetro talked to Juan Garcia about the 2 conflicting Parades coming up this Wednesday at the Statehouse.
John DePetro Show | Kimberly Fry Murder Trial Update
On Friday, September 30th 2011, John DePetro gives you the latest information from inside the Kimberly Fry Murder trial.
John DePetro Show | Rep Dan Gordon declares he will remove Gov Chafee
On Tuesday, September 27th 2011, John DePetro talked with RI State Rep Dan Gordon. Gordon called for the GOP to Petition a recall of Governor Chafee.
John DePetro Show | Senator Frank Maher agrees to speak at Statehouse Rally
On Friday, September 30th 2011, John DePetro talked to R.I. State Senator Frank Maher about Gov Chafee and Illegals in Rhode Island. He says he will be at the Rally on Wed, Oct 5th, at 5 PM at the Statehouse.
John DePetro Show | Kimberly Fry Murder Trial Update
On Thursday, September 29th 2011, John DePetro tells us the latest updates from the Kimberly Fry Murder trial.
John DePetro Show | Details on Rally to Remove Gov Chafee
On Thursday, September 29th 2011, John DePetro talked with RI State Rep Doreen Costa about the rally to remove Gov Chafee.
John DePetro Show | Details with the Tea Party on the Rally to Remove Gov Chafee
On Thursday, September 29th 2011, John DePetro talked with Lisa Blais from the Ocean State Tea Party In Action about the upcoming rally to remove Gov Chafee.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | The undocumented Governor
In this week's Rhode Thoughts, John DePetro talks about recent decisions made by Governor Gump in favor of illegal immigrants and the unions.
PETITION: Remove Governor Chafee from office
SIGN the Petition calling for Lincoln Chafee to be removed from the Office of Governor as a result of him overstepping State and Federal Laws with his recent decisions on illegal aliens.
John DePetro Show | Playboys' Nicole from Bristol RI stops by the studio
On Wednesday, September 28th 2011, John DePetro talked with Nicole Jaye from Bristol RI. Nicole was selected to be in the October Issue of Playboy magazine.
John DePetro Show | Terry Gorman says the hearing was a SHAM
On Tuesday, September 27th 2011, John DePetro talked with Terry Gorman from R.I.L.E. about the vote to allow Illegals to pay In-State tuition rates.
John DePetro Show | RISPCA Offers Reward on BB Gun Kittens
On Monday, September 26th 2011, John DePetro talked with Dr. Finnocchio about the 2 kittens found in Westerly with BB gun wounds to the head. Dr Finnocchio also told John that they would be offering a reward to help find the person responsible.
John DePetro Show | Eva Mancuso Defends Illegals
On Monday, September 26th 2011, John DePetro talked with Eva Mancuso about tonights vote on Illegals and In-State tuition.
John DePetro Show | MOB TOWN : Tim White breaks news on the latest Mob arrests
On Friday, September 23rd 2011, John DePetro talked to WPRI reporter Tim White about the latest round of Mob arrests in Rhode Island.
John DePetro Show | JD discusses the Fry Murder Trial
On Friday, September 23rd 2011, John DePetro talked about what happened at the Kimberly Fry Murder trial on Thursday.
John DePetro Show | The Debate over Illegals & In State Tuition with Eva Mancuso
On Thursday, September 22nd 2011, John DePetro talked to Eva Mancuso about Illegal Immigrants and In State tuition. Eva Mancuso is the Chair of the Government Relations Committee on the Rhode Island Board of Governors for Higher Education.
John DePetro Show | Riveting RI Murder Trial
John DePetro has been attending the Fry Murder Trial and in this podcast you will hear him tell his first hand report of what he has heard and seen.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | Dan on the Run
In this week's Rhode Thoughts, John DePetro talks about the Rep. Dan Gordon Saga and gives him some suggestions for re-election slogans.
John DePetro Show | Raimondo finds Rep Gordon troubling
On Wednesday, September 21st 2011, John DePetro talked to RI General Treasurer Gina Raimondo about the RI Pension Crisis.
John DePetro Show | Palumbo says 'NO WAY JOSE'
On Wednesday, September 21st 2011, John DePetro talked to RI State Rep Peter Palumbo about his efforts to stop Illegals from recieving In State tuition benefits.
John DePetro Show | Gablinske calls NEARI Thugs
On Tuesday, September 20th 2011, John DePetro talked to former RI State Rep Doug Gablinske about his victory in court over NEARI.
John DePetro Show | Matt Light laughs about Wilfork Interception
On Tuesday, September 20th 2011, John DePetro talked with New England Patriots Tackle Matt Light about The Light Foundation and the Matt Light Celebrity Shoot-Out.
John DePetro Show | GOP Minority Leader says Gordon is NOT a Republican
On Monday, September 19th 2011, John DePetro talked to the GOP Minority Leader Brian Newberry about the arrest of Rep Daniel Gordon.
John DePetro Show | North Providence Mayor describes problems with Police Dept
On Monday, September 19th 2011, John DePetro talked to the Mayor of North Providence, Charlie Lombardi, about problems at the N.P. Police Dept.
John DePetro Show | URI Defends Indicted Professor In Classroom
On Thursday, September 15th 2011, John DePetro talked to URI Provost Donald DeHayes and Mark Higgins, the URI Dean of Business Administration, about a URI Professor facing felony charges.
John DePetro Show | Licht says 'No Pause' on Pension Reform
On Wednesday, September 14th 2011, John DePetro talked to Richard Licht, the Director of Administration for Gov Chafee, about Pension Reform and the latest ruling in favor of the Unions.
John DePetro Show | Business Owner blames Natl Grid for NO POWER since June 6th
On Wednesday, September 14th 2011, John DePetro talked with Donald Scarlata, owner of the Colonial Mills Inc, about his company loosing power since June 6th of this year.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | Pension Top Ten
In this week's Rhode Thoughts, John DePetro gives the top ten comments by retired state union workers overheard at General Treasurer Gina Raimondo's pension advisory meeting.
John DePetro Show | Fung says Pension Reform or more Bankruptcies
On Tuesday, September 13th 2011, John DePetro talked with Cranston Mayor Allan Fung about the Pension crisis in Rhode Island.
John DePetro Show | Is a Dog Wedding inappropriate on 9-11 ?
On Monday, September 12th 2011, John DePetro talked with June Bazar about her organization performing a 'Dog Wedding' on September 11th. June Bazar runs an organization called Greyhound Divas Adoption Program and if you want to help you can call her at 401-749-1649.
John DePetro Show | The Rhode Island Pension Problem
Here is a link to the youtube video - The Rhode Island Pension Problem
John DePetro Show | ABC Terrorism Expert Says Threat is Real
On Friday, September 9th 2011, John DePetro talked to ABC Terrorism expert Brad Garrett about a new threat to NYC and Washington DC.
John DePetro | Brother Remembers RI Sister who was 9/11 flight attendant
On Friday, Septemeber 9th 2011, John DePetro talked to a caller whose sister was killed in a plane that flew into the Twin Towers on 911.
John DePetro Show | Foreman Family speaks out on Woodmansee early Release
On Thursday, September 8th 2011, John DePetro talked to John Foreman IV about the upcoming release of child-killer Michael Woodmansee.
John DePetro Show | ACI Director on early Woodmansee release
On Thursday, September 8th 2011, John DePetro talked with ACI Director A.T. Wall about the release of child-killer Michael Woodmansee.
John DePetro | Woodmansee to be transferred to Slater Hospital
Foreman family sources tell WPRO’s John DePetro that convicted killer Michael Woodmansee will be released from the ACI to Slater Hospital Mental Health Facility on Friday.
John DePetro Show | Political Figure Chris Young Found Guilty
On Wednesday, September 7th 2011, John DePetro talked with Chris Young and Kara Russo about Free Speech and the recent incident at the Statehouse.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | National Greed and the Summer Wind Storm
This week in Rhode Thoughts, John DePetro talks about the power outages caused by Tropical Storm Irene, and the response from National Grid.
John DePetro Show | Gorman defends Subway foodstamps
On Tuesday, September 6th 2011, John DePetro talked with Kathleen Gorman about Subway restaurants accepting SNAP or Food Stamps in Rhode Island. Kathleen is the Director of the Feinstein Center for a Hunger Free America.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | Irene Top Ten
This week in Rhode Thoughts, John DePetro gives the top ten quotes overheard during Hurricane Irene.
John DePetro Show | Conference call with state officials post-Irene
Governor Chafee, the President of National Grid and the heads of major state departments give John DePetro an update on post-Irene clean-up efforts via an exclusive conference call.
John DePetro Show | RI TOP STATE LEADERS CONDUCT POST HURRICANE IRENE CONFERENCE CALL ON WPRO
On Monday, August 29th 2011, John DePetro had an Exclusive Conference call with Rhode Island State Leaders.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | Shake, Rattle and Toll
This week in Rhode Thoughts, John DePetro talks about the crazy weather hitting RI and the even crazier political scene.
John DePetro in The Westerly Sun
Check out a story in The Westerly Sun that mentions John and his recent guest Harriet Llloyd, the executive director of the Rhode Island Statewide Coalition, talking about an explosion outside her home.
John DePetro at the Pawsox game
Check out pictures of John DePetro at the Pawsox Green Camo T-shirt Night!
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | Teacher’s union summer meeting
This week in Rhode Thoughts, John DePetro talks about how he envisions the agenda of a teacher's union summer meeting.
John DePetro throws opening pitch for the Pawsox
Check out John DePetro throwing the opening pitch for the Pawsox at Camo T-Shirt Night!
John DePetro | Police incident reports on members of NEARI
Here are several Police reports from 2003 and 2004
John DePetro > Praise in Warwick Beacon for work on binding arbitration
WPRO's John DePetro was highlighted in the August 4 Warwick Beacon for his work on binding arbitration.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | Central Falls falls
This week in Rhode Thoughts, John DePetro talks about Central Falls' plunge into bankruptcy.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | Patriarca whacked on Smith Hill
This week, John DePetro talks about the recent hiring and firing of Terry Patriarca, and reminisces about the "good 'ol days" in North Providence.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | Fading on Fountain Street
This week, John DePetro talks about the long-lost tradition of reading the Sunday paper.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | Raises to the Top
This week, John DePetro talks about Christmas in July at the RI State House.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | Smith Hill Shell Game
This week, John DePetro talks about how RI government reminds him of the illegal street practice, called the "shell game".
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts | Table for One
This week, John DePetro talks about how it is becoming very evident to see Rhode Islanders' dissappointment with Governor Chafee and his proposed budget plan.
John DePetro's Rhode Thoughts |The Missing Linc
This week, John DePetro talks about how Governor Lincoln Chafee seems to just be "along for the ride" when Rhode Island is in currently facing a crisis.
John DePetro | "Darkness on the Edge of Town"
This week, John DePetro talks about the channel 10 put together which comprised of past Rhode Island governors and Lincoln Chafee.
John DePetro | "Chafee and the Threshold of Doom"
This week, John DePetro talks about the channel 10 put together which comprised of past Rhode Island governors and Lincoln Chafee.
