Two top candidates for governor of Rhode Island squared off at a forum hosted by Ocean State Media's Ian Donnis. It was organized by the Women’s Fund of Rhode Island and the League of Women Voters Rhode Island and was produced live at the Roger Williams University School of Law.

Two top candidates for governor of Rhode Island squared off at a forum hosted by Ocean State Media's Ian Donnis. It was organized by the Women&rsquo;s Fund of Rhode Island and the League of Women Voters Rhode Island and was produced live at the Roger Williams University School of Law.

Gubernatorial forum, with Ken Block & Helena Foulkes, Sept. 30, 2026

She outperformed three rivals in a heated Democratic primary and stands on the verge of becoming Rhode Island's second woman attorney general. On "One on One," host Ian Donnis is with Kim Ahern to discuss her victory over the outgoing AG's preferred successor, her priorities and whether a background in state government will allow her to serve as a truly independent advocate for Rhode Islanders.

She outperformed three rivals in a heated Democratic primary and stands on the verge of becoming Rhode Island's second woman attorney general. On "One on One," host Ian Donnis is with Kim Ahern to discuss her victory over the outgoing AG's preferred successor, her priorities and whether a background in state government will allow her to serve as a truly independent advocate for Rhode Islanders.

Kim Ahern will likely become RI's next attorney general. What are her top priorities?

The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority has been getting Rhode Islanders where they need to go for six decades, but the last few years have been a rough ride.The man responsible for mapping RIPTA’s future is CEO Christopher Durand. He's sitting down with One on One's Ian Donnis to reveal his vision for public transit in Rhode Island, and where the money will come from to pay for it.

The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority has been getting Rhode Islanders where they need to go for six decades, but the last few years have been a rough ride.The man responsible for mapping RIPTA&rsquo;s future is CEO Christopher Durand. He's sitting down with One on One's Ian Donnis to reveal his vision for public transit in Rhode Island, and where the money will come from to pay for it.

Can RIPTA get back on track?

Ken Block finally knows who he’ll face in November. After months of waiting for a Democratic nominee, the independent candidate for governor now has his sights set on Helena Foulkes, but her primary victory presents a challenge for a campaign built around government competence. Block sits down with One on One's Ian Donnis to explain how he plans to distinguish himself and chart a path to victory.

Ken Block finally knows who he&rsquo;ll face in November. After months of waiting for a Democratic nominee, the independent candidate for governor now has his sights set on Helena Foulkes, but her primary victory presents a challenge for a campaign built around government competence. Block sits down with One on One's Ian Donnis to explain how he plans to distinguish himself and chart a path to victory.

Ken Block makes his case against Helena Foulkes

Jordan Seaberry contends that authoritarian governments are afraid of artists - and should be. Seaberry is a Providence painter, activist and community organizer whose works have gained national recognition. On this episode of One on One, Ian Donnis learns why Seaberry sees political work as part of his artistic practice and the role creatives can play in advocating for government reform.

Jordan Seaberry contends that authoritarian governments are afraid of artists - and should be. Seaberry is a Providence painter, activist and community organizer whose works have gained national recognition. On this episode of One on One, Ian Donnis learns why Seaberry sees political work as part of his artistic practice and the role creatives can play in advocating for government reform.

Why Providence painter & activist Jordan Seaberry says authoritarians should fear artists

It's a race to the finish in the Democratic campaign for governor of Rhode Island, complete with a few outbursts, insults and interruptions. Dan McKee has delivered aggressive debate performances, but polls show challenger Helena Foulkes maintaining her lead. Ian Donnis sits down with both candidates to talk about the fiery debate getting so much buzz and what really separates the two.

It's a race to the finish in the Democratic campaign for governor of Rhode Island, complete with a few outbursts, insults and interruptions. Dan McKee has delivered aggressive debate performances, but polls show challenger Helena Foulkes maintaining her lead. Ian Donnis sits down with both candidates to talk about the fiery debate getting so much buzz and what really separates the two.

“Respect the office!” What was behind the heat of the recent Rhode Island gubernatorial debate?

It's down to the wire and still a close race: who will be the Democratic candidate for mayor of Providence? Incumbent Brett Smiley says he deserves another term but RI state representative David Morales challenges whether people who call Providence home can still afford to live there and feel safe in their neighborhoods.The candidates make final pitches to Ian Donnis on this episode of One on One.

It's down to the wire and still a close race: who will be the Democratic candidate for mayor of Providence? Incumbent Brett Smiley says he deserves another term but RI state representative David Morales challenges whether people who call Providence home can still afford to live there and feel safe in their neighborhoods.The candidates make final pitches to Ian Donnis on this episode of One on One.

Smiley vs. Morales: Who will be the Democratic contender in the Providence mayoral race?

With crowded ERs, a primary care shortage and threats to Medicaid, are there any bright spots on Rhode Island's healthcare horizon - or is it time to perform triage? On this episode of One on One with Ian Donnis, we hear from an emergency medicine physician about what worries her most right now, whether the Ocean State is prepared to meet the challenges ahead and why she sees reasons for optimism.

With crowded ERs, a primary care shortage and threats to Medicaid, are there any bright spots on Rhode Island's healthcare horizon - or is it time to perform triage? On this episode of One on One with Ian Donnis, we hear from an emergency medicine physician about what worries her most right now, whether the Ocean State is prepared to meet the challenges ahead and why she sees reasons for optimism.

Ocean State triage: Is Rhode Island healthcare in a state of emergency?

Two Republicans square off in the primary election for Rhode Island’s Second Congressional District. Victor Mellor is a MAGA supporter who made headlines for registering as a foreign agent for Cuba. Stephen Skoly is a physician known for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine in 2021. In this episode of One on One, Ian Donnis asks the candidates about January 6, the war in Iran, and more.

Two Republicans square off in the primary election for Rhode Island&rsquo;s Second Congressional District. Victor Mellor is a MAGA supporter who made headlines for registering as a foreign agent for Cuba. Stephen Skoly is a physician known for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine in 2021. In this episode of One on One, Ian Donnis asks the candidates about January 6, the war in Iran, and more.

These RI Republicans want Magaziner’s Congressional Seat

The historic port of New Bedford has faced a number of challenges lately: Trump administration moves against wind power and a budget crunch. Yet the city’s mayor, Jon Mitchell, says the Whaling City is still on the rise. In this episode of One on One, Ocean State Media political reporter Ian Donnis sits with Mitchell to discuss New Bedford’s path forward.

The historic port of New Bedford has faced a number of challenges lately: Trump administration moves against wind power and a budget crunch. Yet the city&rsquo;s mayor, Jon Mitchell, says the Whaling City is still on the rise. In this episode of One on One, Ocean State Media political reporter Ian Donnis sits with Mitchell to discuss New Bedford&rsquo;s path forward.

New Bedford faces wind cuts, budget crunch

Long-form, in-depth interviews with the people shaping Rhode Island. Hosted by veteran political reporter Ian Donnis, the show goes beyond the headlines to explore the ideas, experiences, and motivations of newsmakers, artists, activists, public officials and other influential voices.

Long-form, in-depth interviews with the people shaping Rhode Island. Hosted by veteran political reporter Ian Donnis, the show goes beyond the headlines to explore the ideas, experiences, and motivations of newsmakers, artists, activists, public officials and other influential voices.

One On One With Ian Donnis

Long-form, in-depth interviews with the people shaping Rhode Island. Hosted by veteran political reporter Ian Donnis, the show goes beyond the headlines to explore the ideas, experiences, and motivations of newsmakers, artists, activists, public officials, and other influential voices.

Long-form, in-depth interviews with the people shaping Rhode Island. Hosted by veteran political reporter Ian Donnis, the show goes beyond the headlines to explore the ideas, experiences, and motivations of newsmakers, artists, activists, public officials, and other influential voices.

One on One with Ian Donnis

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