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Archives: Episodes
Mawn, Chef Reeky, Chengdu Famous Food
This week, a Cambodian noodle spot, a quirky vegan joint, and a Szechuan hole-in-the-wall.
Air Date: October 10, 2024
Why are we spending so much time at home?
Many Americans call themselves homebodies. We all need downtime – but the rise in spending so much time at home, expanded by the pandemic, has some concerning implications.
Air Date: October 9, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:59Lupita Nyong’o talks with Patrick Stoner about finding the humanity in the robot’s character that touches audiences so much. ...
Air Date: October 9, 2024
Do you want kids? And other personal questions amid the declining birthrate
The decision to have children is a complicated one - finances, relationships, morality and more. When faced with the choice, people are opting to have fewer kids, if any.
Air Date: October 8, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:50Studio 2 Extra: New Zealand Breakers owner Matt Walsh
A former Germantown Academy basketball star, turned NBA player, turned Europe pro, is the owner of the New Zealand Breakers, who take on the 76ers in preseason Monday night.
Air Date: October 7, 2024 5:00 pm
Listen 11:18This Mt Airy Electrician Brings Joy to Those with Disabilities through Power of Sport
“I have come to realize that my job is to make the world a better place,” says John Siemiarowski. “And while I can't make it all better, I can help individual people.”
Air Date: October 7, 2024
Listen 5:26Kensington High School Prepares Students to Be Job Ready Through SkillsUSA
Kensington High School’s SkillsUSA, Art at Kings Oaks, Bocce & more!
Air Date: October 4, 2024
The case for hopeful skepticism and the science of human goodness
Psychologist Jamil Zaki explains how to avoid cynicism and why most people are better than we think.
Air Date: October 4, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 50:54When Law Enforcement and Health Care Meet
A look at some of the innovative efforts to transform the relationship between law enforcement and the health care system.
Air Date: October 4, 2024
Listen 49:04Meetinghouse, Omegas, La Esperanza
Guests try a neighborhood pub, a jazzy soul food spot, and a Jersey Mexican joint.
Air Date: October 3, 2024
Empty shelves looming? Dockworker strike cripples East Coast ports, inflation fears rise
Workers with the International Longshoremen's Association are asking for better pay and protection from automation. Here in Philadelphia, sitting produce may turn bad soon.
Air Date: October 3, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:40Francis Ford Coppola, the Godfather of cinema, talks with Patrick Stoner about his vision of hope in modern life with his complicated fab ...
Air Date: October 2, 2024
Who won last night’s vice presidential debate?
There were some standout moments on healthcare, immigration and abortion, but did JD Vance or Tim Walz sway voters? We debate the results of last night's debate.
Air Date: October 2, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:43Studio 2 Extra: Low Cut Connie’s Adam Weiner
In this Studio 2 extra, Low Cut Connie front man Adam Weiner talks about his new film, Art Dealers, which follows the Philly-based cult favorite band beyond their music.
Air Date: October 1, 2024 5:00 pm
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