
Archives: Episodes
Biden’s speech and the state of democracy
President Biden speaks from the birthplace of independence Thursday about the soul and future of American democracy - but who's he talking to, and did the message land?
Air Date: September 2, 2022 10:00 am
Listen 49:15The pandemic hasn’t just changed how we live — it’s changed how we work, and how we feel about our jobs. One of the major r ...
Air Date: September 2, 2022
Listen 50:04The legacy of Serena Williams and her final US Open – maybe.
Tennis icon Serena Williams faced an uphill battle with her sister, Venus, when she entered the game more than two decades ago. We look at her obstacles and many victories.
Air Date: September 1, 2022 10:00 am
Listen 49:15Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan
President Biden's plan to provide relief to borrowers of federal student loans has been met with celebration and condemnation. Too far, too little, overreaching and unfair?
Air Date: August 31, 2022 10:00 am
Listen 49:31An autobiography of the Milky Way
A new book is written from the witty, sharp, sometimes self-indulgent perspective of our Milky Way galaxy, detailing what it's like to look down on tiny planet Earth.
Air Date: August 30, 2022 10:00 am
Listen 49:15Regional Roundup – August 29, 2022
A new garden opens in memory of victims of opioid overdose. Plus, Michael Nutter on what Philadelphians should expect from the city's next mayor. And, Eagles season kicks off.
Air Date: August 29, 2022 10:00 am
Listen 49:15Bonus Interview: Dan Rather on ‘What Unites Us’
In his 2017 book, Dan Rather asks, “when did we accept a can’t-do spirit from so many of our national leaders?” We revisit our interview from the Radio Times archive.
Air Date: August 27, 2022 6:00 am
Listen 49:31The war in Ukraine rages on, but the country's people are showing resiliency and fighting back in a way unpredicted by some. We discuss the past 6 months of Russia's invasion.
Air Date: August 26, 2022 10:00 am
Listen 49:31From Power Wheelchairs to Prosthetic Hands — the Gear That’s Changing Lives
It was a summer day in 2012 when Bob Richey’s life was changed forever. He was a new college grad, having fun with friends at the beach ...
Air Date: August 26, 2022
Listen 49:20Back to school with Philly’s new superintendent
Philadelphia has a new school leader for the first time in a decade. Superintendent Dr. Tony Watlington on the challenges facing kids and teachers in the district this year.
Air Date: August 25, 2022 10:00 am
Listen 49:15Owen Wilson & Walker Scobell talk with Patrick Stoner about working with digital effects that they see only later. ...
Air Date: August 24, 2022
Workplace surveillance: how your boss is spying on you
More companies are using surveillance software to track employees' work in the office and at home, monitoring keystrokes, mouse clicks and utilizing the webcam.
Air Date: August 24, 2022 10:00 am
Listen 49:30Afghanistan and the bond between a Marine and an interpreter
Major Thomas Schuman on his book, "Always Faithful: A Story of the War in Afghanistan, the Fall of Kabul, and the Unshakable Bond Between a Marine and an Interpreter."
Air Date: August 23, 2022 10:00 am
Listen 49:15Regional Roundup: August 22, 2022
Reimagining the infamously dangerous Roosevelt Boulevard. Plus, what's going on with hurricane season? And, we start with an update on the shake ups in city council.
Air Date: August 22, 2022 10:00 am
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