DotLife

Soccer is having a moment in Boston, and Dorchester City FC wants to be part of it. In this episode, we explore the world of local competitive soccer, from how the different leagues work to how clubs find players, build teams, and grow a fan base. We talk about why Dorchester is a natural home for the sport, how the 2026 World Cup is changing the soccer landscape in Boston, and how Dorchester City FC hopes to turn that excitement into lasting support for soccer right here in the neighborhood.

On this episode of DotLife, we sit down with Danielle Johnson and Antoinette “Toni” Johnson of Spark FM to talk about radio, Caribbean culture, and the communities that shape Boston.Rooted in Dorchester and the surrounding neighborhoods, Spark FM brings local voices and Caribbean sounds to listeners while keeping them connected to the wider world of music and culture. We get into how they choose what makes it on air, the influence of Caribbean music on the global soundscape, and the role community radio plays in bringing people together across generations.From the neighborhoods of Boston to music scenes around the world, Danielle and Toni share what it takes to build a station that reflects its audience, introduces listeners to new sounds, and keeps the community connected.The Dorchester Reporter joins to cover the week's news. Zion Rodman plays a Tiny Dot concert.

This week, we have a conversation with WalkMassachusetts' Brendan Kearney about the state’s biggest pedestrian-safety challenges, including street design, vehicle design, speed management, accessibility, and infrastructure improvements. The discussion will explore effective safety strategies, barriers to implementation, and opportunities for policymakers and communities to make walking safer in Dorchester and across Massachusetts. The Dorchester Reporter join us for the week's headlines. Tim Pitoniak of Ivydale plays a Tiny Dot concert.

What exactly is improv, and why do people willingly get on stage with no script, no plan, and no idea what’s going to happen next?In this episode, we talk with the person behind a new local improv troupe about what makes improv work and why the skills you develop through improv can extend far beyond the stage. We’ll talk about listening, confidence, creativity, collaboration, and learning to embrace the unexpected.Bill Forry and Cassidy McNeeley joined us from the Dorchester Reporter to cover the week's news. Madison Anne played a Tiny Dot concert.

In this episode, we sit down with Jim Evers, President of Boston Carmen’s Union Local 589, and Vice President Bill Berardino to talk about the people behind the wheel and the people working on the front lines of public transportation. We get into what a typical shift looks like, the challenges operators face, and the consequences of assaulting a driver. Seth Daniel joins us from the Dorchester Reporter. Lesser Birds play a Tiny Dot concert.