https://open.spotify.com/show/033rE57kWOKaZhRuYN7Q1k The 2026 midterm elections could prove to be a pivotal moment in U.S. history, and there are some major races playing out in Boston’s backyard, including battles that could tip the balance of the Senate. Every week, NBC10 Boston Political reporter Matt Prichard and analyst Sue O’Connell are breaking down breaking news, highlighting important trends and talking to the major players in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine and beyond to keep everything in perspective for Election Day. (NBC10 Boston) Tue, 03 Nov 2026 12:49:21 +0000 https://i.scdn.co/image/ab6765630000ba8a84acfe3daa7b7fcce9b353e4 https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Ahx6SDRZ5zYi2Vp7jUdM2 In the campaign’s final stretch, Gov. Maura Healey sat down with Matt Prichard to discuss her run for reelection, the state of the Massachusetts State Police, her housing policy and much more — including her position on each of the nine 2026 ballot questions. Follow Matt and Sue on social media for more on politics in Boston, New England and beyond: - instagram.com/mattprichardtv | x.com/MattPrichardTV - instagram.com/sue.oconnell.nbcboston | x.com/SueOC_NBCBoston And visit nbcboston.com/politics for all the latest news and analysis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. 0Ahx6SDRZ5zYi2Vp7jUdM2 Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://open.spotify.com/episode/2zvj0vFndjOUn2T7LiRT44 This year, Massachusetts voters have nine referendum questions to consider on the ballot, which could change public records law, how we vote in the Bay State and more. With early voting starting Oct. 17 and plenty of voters still brushing up on the issues, we brought in Evan Horowitz, executive director of Tufts University’s Center for State Policy Analysis, to help us better understand the each question. 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Follow Matt and Sue on social media for more on politics in Boston, New England and beyond: - instagram.com/mattprichardtv | x.com/MattPrichardTV - instagram.com/sue.oconnell.nbcboston | x.com/SueOC_NBCBoston And visit nbcboston.com/politics for all the latest news and analysis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. 0GZOzn3fsbaYMsDxRNaBk3 Wed, 16 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://open.spotify.com/episode/4qSQC9jHZGKX2tnWTmhGIt Mass. Republican Senate nominee John Deaton sat down with NBC10 Boston's Matt Prichard to discuss what's different about his 2026 run for Senate, against Sen. Ed Markey, compared to his 2024 run against Sen. Elizabeth Warren; why he didn't get an invitation to President Trump's midterm convention; his platform and much more. 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Stephen Lynch and Patrick Roath. Follow Matt and Sue on social media for more on politics in Boston, New England and beyond: - instagram.com/mattprichardtv | x.com/MattPrichardTV - instagram.com/sue.oconnell.nbcboston | x.com/SueOC_NBCBoston And visit nbcboston.com/politics for all the latest news and analysis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. 24Y5Nh6h36WOrCluoeI847 Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Nz4BiAqk4yN1UCsD2fQc9 Mariah Lancaster is a veterinarian by training who has spent the last several years as a civil servant in Washington — as a congressional staffer and a foreign service officer in the State Department. Politically, she identifies as a Democratic socialist, with progressive views on health care, student loans, clean energy and housing. Lancaster spoke to Matt about how her service on Capitol Hill could help her hit the ground running if elected as the Massachusetts 6th District's congresswoman. Follow Matt and Sue on social media for more on politics in Boston, New England and beyond: - instagram.com/mattprichardtv | x.com/MattPrichardTV - instagram.com/sue.oconnell.nbcboston | x.com/SueOC_NBCBoston And visit nbcboston.com/politics for all the latest news and analysis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. 6Nz4BiAqk4yN1UCsD2fQc9 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://open.spotify.com/episode/6oBi73WM9BfVicZu3JDSdg Matt speaks with Rep. Stephen Lynch, who's running for reelection to continue a stretch in Congress that began in 2001. He shares what he sees in his background that makes him unique among his peers; his perspective on his primary challenger, Patrick Roath, youth and leadership; the state of ICE and what kind of law enforcement is necessary at the border; what the Democratic Party's priorities should be, including presidential impeachment. Follow Matt and Sue on social media for more on politics in Boston, New England and beyond: - instagram.com/mattprichardtv | x.com/MattPrichardTV - instagram.com/sue.oconnell.nbcboston | x.com/SueOC_NBCBoston And visit nbcboston.com/politics for all the latest news and analysis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. 6oBi73WM9BfVicZu3JDSdg Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://open.spotify.com/episode/4kzUCpoVTAlXPlf1bNcKEG She's a former state rep., serves as Topsfield's town moderator and has a long track record in Washington, working behind the scenes to advocate for and obtain funding for maternal mental health issues. Jamie Belsito is taking a direct approach in identifying the problems with the 6th District, President Trump and divisive issues that the country is facing. Matt Prichard speaks to Jamie about her vision for the 6th District. Follow Matt and Sue on social media for more on politics in Boston, New England and beyond: - instagram.com/mattprichardtv | x.com/MattPrichardTV - instagram.com/sue.oconnell.nbcboston | x.com/SueOC_NBCBoston And visit nbcboston.com/politics for all the latest news and analysis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. 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See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. 02QnI6xjZcAIxg77fmIOAd Fri, 31 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://open.spotify.com/episode/0fVAOq3DgqUaQsCoYxeA4o Bethany is a software engineer running for Congress, in part because of their concerns on how Congress addresses important technological issues, such as AI regulation and the impact of data centers on communities. Bethany is trans and is running as a Democratic socialist.tTey explain to Matt why solutions being offered by other Democratic socialists, like New York Mayor Zohran Mandami, could serve as the template for the Democratic Party and the nation in problem-solving. Follow Matt and Sue on social media for more on politics in Boston, New England and beyond: - instagram.com/mattprichardtv | x.com/MattPrichardTV - instagram.com/sue.oconnell.nbcboston | x.com/SueOC_NBCBoston And visit nbcboston.com/politics for all the latest news and analysis. 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The two candidates who secure the most votes in the primary election would proceed to the general election, and the others could try to stay alive as write-in candidates. Matt and Sue speak with a supporter, former Massachusetts gubernatorial candidate and chair of the Coalition for Healthy Democracy Danielle Allen, and an opponent, Robert Kuttner, co-editor of The American Prospect and author of “Notes for Next Time: Surviving Tyranny, Redeeming America.” Follow Matt and Sue on social media for more on politics in Boston, New England and beyond: - instagram.com/mattprichardtv | x.com/MattPrichardTV - instagram.com/sue.oconnell.nbcboston | x.com/SueOC_NBCBoston And visit nbcboston.com/politics for all the latest news and analysis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. 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Follow Matt and Sue on social media for more on politics in Boston, New England and beyond: - instagram.com/mattprichardtv | x.com/MattPrichardTV - instagram.com/sue.oconnell.nbcboston | x.com/SueOC_NBCBoston And visit nbcboston.com/politics for all the latest news and analysis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. 1UnfC9BqJbnNSpUqFkR6Vf Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://open.spotify.com/episode/1sOQQ7JV7L5lSmc9gkMDGs Matt and Sue talk all things New Hampshire with political analyst Scott Spradling, going in-depth on the Senate race, including both primaries. Also, the race for the 1st Congressional District seat, the challenge for Gov. Kelly Ayotte this fall and which potential presidential candidates Scott is looking for to plant the seeds for 2028 White House runs. 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