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Understanding the latest research on keeping our brains healthy and sharp at any age. From diet, to exercise, technology and more, with Dr. Daniel Monti and Pam Belluck.
Air Date: August 21, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:11Republican and Democratic lawmakers debate SEPTA funding
The fight over funding public transit has revealed an even bigger rift in Pennsylvania. There is a growing and often tense divide between urban and rural parts of the state.
Air Date: August 20, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 52:02Are you overspending with Klarna, Affirm and Afterpay? A BNPL reality check
Buy now, pay later apps are growing in popularity, especially among young shoppers. Some financial experts say these convenient apps are cause for concern.
Air Date: August 19, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 52:01Trump places DC police under federal control; Zelenskyy in the US – news roundtable
Zelenskyy meets Trump Monday to discuss. Meanwhile, Trump put Washington, D.C. police under federal control, hinting at nationwide expansion. A panel of journalists discuss.
Air Date: August 18, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:10The Great Philly Pop Culture Showdown
A game-show-style battle over all things Philly music, movies, history and culture - recorded at 118 North in Wayne, Pa.
Air Date: August 14, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 53:34Modern aging: Is “old” outdated?; Tradwives take over social media: More than a trend?
Life expectancy is rising, with Americans living longer than ever before. But this "silver tsunami" necessitates a re-evaluation of aging stereotypes and society.
Air Date: August 13, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:12Why we gossip; the flip phone revolution
We'll hear from people who have tried to make the low-tech lifestyle work. And, Kelsey McKinney on why we love juicy gossip about friends, family and even celebrities.
Air Date: August 12, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 53:03Designer babies and genetic screening; Gen Z and religion
Should we try to make better babies? Plus, the Gen Z gender divide in the pews. While young Christian men are sticking with religion, young women are leaving the church.
Air Date: August 11, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 52:02Columnist Helen Ubiñas: My Philadelphia Inquirer farewell
Helen's initial 'Philly Shrug' column garnered major attention - but she continued to show up for victims of gun violence. She's leaving the Inquirer, but not journalism.
Air Date: August 8, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 18:10SEPTA reimagined: Bold plans to fix public transit
This hour, we envision new ways to fix public transit and explore solutions to revitalize a system that, year after year, seems to be under threat.
Air Date: August 7, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 52:01‘Maximum warfare’: The rush to Gerrymander 2026
The Texas GOP redistricting plan to flip five seats has Democrats up in arms. Should political leaders abandon “good government” reforms and go all-in on gerrymandering?
Air Date: August 6, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:12How we remember America’s past
More than a dozen exhibits about slavery at Independence National Historical Park could be removed or covered up in an effort by President Trump to "restore truth and sanity."
Air Date: August 5, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:35Should we welcome AI data centers?
Tech companies are building huge data centers to power their AI supercomputers that use enormous amounts of energy. What does this mean for consumers and the environment?
Air Date: August 4, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 52:01Most Americans read online reviews before making any purchases, and almost half of US consumers write them. Have we become to ratings obsessed?
Air Date: July 31, 2025 12:00 pm
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