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Studio 2 Extra: the state of Philly’s public schools with Superintendent Watlington
With school back in session, Dr. Tony Watlington joins Studio 2 co-host Cherri Gregg to discuss Philadelphia’s public schools. He t ...
Air Date: September 18, 2026 1:00 pm
Listen 23:34The Big Tech backlash in schools
How Big Tech pushed into classrooms, the growing presence of AI chatbots in education and the resistance building among parents, teachers and some students.
Air Date: September 17, 2026
Listen 51:11The making of “Bucks County, USA”
Award-winning filmmakers Robert May and Barry Levinson join Studio 2 to discuss their new documentary series.
Air Date: September 16, 2026
Listen 50:26AI doomerism: will artificial intelligence spiral out of control?
Does AI pose an existential threat to humanity? Concern is growing, even among the CEOs of OpenAI and Anthropic. But are the fears overblown? And are safeguards feasible?
Air Date: September 15, 2026
Listen 51:12Party Switchers: Why Change Your Vote?
Have you ever changed your mind about a political issue? We’ll talk to experts about party switchers and what they could mean for the midterms.
Air Date: September 14, 2026
Listen 51:07Boyz II Men on why solo careers are overrated
How has the legendary R&B group stayed in harmony for over thirty years?
Air Date: September 10, 2026
Listen 51:12Preserving the Academy of Natural Sciences
Philadelphia's Academy of Natural Sciences is slatted to close at the end of the month. But can the the 200-year-old museum to be saved?
Air Date: September 9, 2026
Listen 51:10We’re digging into all the top headlines with local commentators on either side of the .
Air Date: September 8, 2026
Listen 51:11How to find love in a “romance recession”
Gen Z is dating less than generations past. What's holding them back?
Air Date: September 3, 2026
Listen 51:11The politics of AI data centers
Public opposition over data centers is uniting people of all political stripes and forcing politicians to course correct.
Air Date: September 2, 2026
Listen 51:11Why is the youth sports industry booming? And how has privatization changed the culture on and off the field?
Air Date: September 1, 2026
Listen 51:11The first measles-related deaths in Pennsylvania in 35 years were announced last week by Governor Josh Shapiro but they have sparked controversy.
Air Date: August 31, 2026
Listen 51:13We unpack the significance of the return of the Philadelphia International Cycling Classic and unpack the behind-the-scenes story of how it happened.
Air Date: August 27, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 50:03Big Fix: Solutions for higher education
Is a college degree worth it? More families are asking that question as tuition skyrockets.
Air Date: August 26, 2026
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