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Spongy moths and ancient sand dunes

Spongy moths and ancient sand dunes

The spongy moth caterpillar has been defoliating forests in the United States for more than a century. Now, a study hopes to learn how the invasive species is affecting populations of the tick that carries Lyme disease. And we’ll visit the ancient sand dunes of a...

Julie Fingersh on what it means to “Stay”

Julie Fingersh on what it means to “Stay”

On this week's 51%, we speak with journalist and author Julie Fingersh about her debut memoir Stay: A Story of Family, Love, and Other Traumas. Fingersh is the former executive director of the volunteer organization Boston Cares, and her journalistic work has appeared...