
Archives: Episodes
Earth’s ‘Fragile Moment’ with Michael Mann, Latest on Irizarry Police Shooting
After the hottest summer on record, climate scientist Michael Mann shares lessons from Earth’s prehistoric past. Also, the latest on charges dropped against Officer Mark Dial.
Air Date: September 27, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:19A Man Called Otto: Special Hanks Edition
Tom Hanks talks with Patrick Stoner about his favorite actor & what he likes about his work. ...
Air Date: September 27, 2023
The True Story of the AR-15 Rifle, NJ Sen. Bob Menendez Bribery Charges
The 20 million AR-15s in the U.S. today are a symbol of constitutional freedom, evil and terror. A new book, 'American Gun', traces the weapon's history and transformation.
Air Date: September 26, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:17Cosmic Cafe, Providing Farm to Table Food While Empowering Workers with Disabilities
Peg Botto and Harrison McInnis are the dynamic chef duo behind Cosmic Café and Cider House on Boathouse Row.
Air Date: September 25, 2023
Listen 5:25Philly Boxing Ministry Brings Hope and Transformation to Teens
Student-produced special: boxing ministry, recovery-friendly taqueria, & more!
Air Date: September 22, 2023
Ross Gay on Finding Everyday Delights
Poet and writer Ross Gay explains ways to find delight in everyday life and how it's connected to sorrow.
Air Date: September 22, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:23Boredom in the Age of Information Overload
Boredom is good for your brain. At least that’s what we’ve been told. But how do we achieve boredom in a world of constant stimulation? And is it as valuable as we think?
Air Date: September 22, 2023
Listen 52:12Consider the Fungus: Mushroom Lovers in Our Region
Meet some of our region’s most devoted mushroom lovers.
Air Date: September 21, 2023
Big Tobacco’s Addictive Snacks, Medical Aid in Dying, Opera Philadelphia
We’ll find out how cigarette manufacturers made some processed food addicting. Then, Judy Govatos talks about death with dignity. Opera Philadelphia's David Devan also joins.
Air Date: September 21, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:20Should you post your kids online? Plus, testing your civics knowledge & the host of ‘On Point’
On Point's Meghna Chakrabarti joins us. And, the author of 'Sharenthood' on posting pictures of kids online. Plus, the 2023 Annenberg Constitution Day Civics Survey results.
Air Date: September 20, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:19Face Recognition and What it Means for Our Privacy
Inside the company that could ‘end privacy as we know it’
Air Date: September 20, 2023
Listen 41:11Director John Carney talks with Patrick Stoner about letting the chemistry of the characters develop organically as he shot his little Ir ...
Air Date: September 20, 2023
Mütter Museum Controversy, the History of Pockets, the First Emoticon
Philadelphia's Mütter Museum is wrestling with ethical questions about its displays of human remains. Also, the invention of the pocket and the first emoticon :-).
Air Date: September 19, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:39West Philly Pastor Empowers At Risk Youth, Providing Fun, Food and Healing
Pastor Aaron Campbell meets kids where they are and helps them “level up” to their full potential.
Air Date: September 18, 2023
Listen 5:04Orna Guralnik on ‘Couples Therapy’
The reality show 'Couples Therapy' puts real-life couples sessions with Dr. Orna Guralnik on camera. Guralnik joins us to talk about relationships and therapy.
Air Date: September 15, 2023 12:00 pm
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