Kevin produces daily news stories, ranging from the recent uprisings in the Middle East to presidential politics to pop culture for the Here & Now show. He also manages the show’s website and social media efforts. Kevin recently completed his MBA at Boston University, where he earlier earned a Bachelors degree in broadcast journalism.
Before coming to public radio, Kevin mainly worked in television, as a reporter, producer and documentary producer/director, which gave him the opportunity to travel around the world.
Kevin also lived in the Balkans, where he worked for a large international organization working to rebuild civil society in the post-war era.
Kevin now lives in Belmont, Mass. with his wife, two sons, a puppy and two chickens. He enjoys swimming, tennis and when the city isn’t buried in snow, commuting on his bike.
Egypt’s Voters Head To The Polls
Egyptians head to the polls Wednesday for the first fully democratic presidential elections in the country's history. Even though the election process is expected to be fair, experts warn that democracy is still a way off for Egypt.
Facebook’s Stock Slump: Banks, Nasdaq, Greed Get The Blame
There's plenty of blame to go around for Facebook's disappointing performance since going public on Friday. Analysts are saying the initial stock price was too high, the Nasdaq wasn't ready for such a big initial public offering and investors are worried that Facebook hasn't figured out a sustainable model for making money.
ALS Patients Conduct DIY Drug Trials
People with ALS (also known as Lou Gehrig's disease) have started brewing their own drugs and taking part in do-it-yourself drug trials. They say they don't have the luxury of waiting for clinical drug trials, which can take years.
Robin’s Mother’s Day Movie
Robin made another video for our home station, WBUR, just in time for Mother's Day.
Listeners Share Their Recipes From Mom
What recipes has your mom (or grandmom) passed down to you? In honor of Mother's Day this year, we asked listeners to send in recipes that have been handed down over the generations. And the response was overwhelming!
Prosecution Rests In John Edwards Trial
Defense lawyers for former presidential candidate John Edwards are asking a judge to throw out corruption charges after the prosecution rested its case. But a 2008 television interview played in the court Thursday, in which Edwards lied about his affair with Rielle Hunter, could be damaging to his case.
UN Condemns Deadly Attacks In Syria
The United Nations Security Council is urging all parties in Syria to "immediately and comprehensively'" adhere to the terms of its peace plan after two suicide car bombings killed at least 55 people in the capital Damascus.
Mark Zuckerberg: ‘How A Brat Tycoon Became A Brilliant CEO’
Some Wall Street investors were rankled when Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg showed up in his signature hoodie. They say it's a sign of immaturity. But Business Insider CEO Henry Blodget says Zuckerberg has come into his own as CEO, and Facebook is a great buy for people who believe in Zuckerberg's social mission.
High School Comes Back To Haunt Romney
Republican Mitt Romney is trying shrug off a Washington Post report that he bullied a gay classmate in prep school. Romney says he doesn't remember the incident, but admits he did dumb things as a teenager.
