Joe Tasca

Producer, Host

The local voice on Weekend Edition for several years, Joe stepped into the role of morning producer in October 2023. Joe is also a reporter, covering stories in the field and conducting interviews with newsmakers.

He graduated from Westerly High and earned his bachelor’s degree from Quinnipiac University. When he’s not working, Joe enjoys reading, writing, hiking, playing golf, and traveling to Canada.

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