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Books

Studio 2

Ken Jennings Explores the Afterlife, Chef Lidia Bastianich, Earworms

Chef Lidia Bastianich has compiled over a hundred family recipes into a new cookbook. Plus, why songs get stuck in our heads. And a new book from Jeopardy host Ken Jennings.

Air Date: November 2, 2023 12:00 pm

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Studio 2

Haunted Local History, Composer James Newton Howard, New Tubman Statue

It's Studio 2 spooky season. Author Jennifer Green talks about 'Dark History of Penn's Woods II' and music and film composer James Newton Howard spills his creative guts.

Air Date: October 31, 2023 12:00 pm

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Sarah Brown, PhD is the author of The Hidden Language of Cats.
Studio 2

Hidden Language of Cats, Vandalism at a Philly Mosque, Are Energy Drinks Safe?

Investigating the super high levels of caffeine in some energy drinks. Then, the hidden language of our cats - decoding every tail wag, scent, and meow with Dr. Sarah Brown.

Air Date: October 26, 2023 12:00 pm

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Pennsylvania Capitol building at night
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania Senate passes bill opponents worry targets books about LGBTQ+ and marginalized people

The move is part of a larger nationwide effort of expanding parental oversight of schools, which saw a swell of energy in Florida last year.

2 years ago

A detail from “In the home with twelve children were born and raised, where they ate and slept and laughed and loved and grew quite old” by Sophie Blackall, from her book “Farmhouse” (2022). The artist created a large paper cutout dollhouse, and over the course of the story she switched out objects to show the house slowly deteriorating over time. (Peter Crimmins/WHYY)
Arts & Entertainment

Brandywine Museum displays the ‘rainbow of America’ in children’s books

Displaying the “rainbow of America,” the museum in Chadds Ford is exhibiting stories of nature and family through diverse cultural lenses.

2 years ago

A view from above of a crowd of people and stands in LOVE Park. Philadelphia City Hall is visible in the background.
Arts & Entertainment

5th Annual Latin American Book Fair invites attendees to celebrate, discover all things writing and reading in Spanish

On Saturday, authors and readers will come together to promote and exchange books written in Spanish and enjoy a variety of storytelling activities at Taller Puertorriqueño.

2 years ago

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The Connection with Marty Moss-Coane

‘Failures of Forgiveness’

Philosopher Myisha Cherry on the limits of forgiveness and better ways to understand and use it in our personal lives and in society.

Air Date: October 6, 2023 12:00 pm

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Studio 2

Jerks at Work, Phillies in the Playoffs, Science of Fall Foliage

When faced with bad bosses and toxic co-workers, what to do? "Jerks at Work" author Tessa West joins us. Plus, Phillies are back in the playoffs for the second straight year.

Air Date: October 3, 2023 12:00 pm

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Studio 2

Chef Lidia Bastianich, Pa. Forever Chemicals, Amazon Antitrust Allegations

Chef and PBS host Lidia Bastianich has compiled over a hundred family recipes into a new cookbook. Plus, states in our region join a sweeping FTC lawsuit against Amazon.

Air Date: September 28, 2023 12:00 pm

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Photo credit: Joshua Yospyn
Studio 2

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

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In this Thursday, March 1, 2018, photo a rack displaying various models of semi-automatic sporting rifles is shown at Duke's Sport Shop in New Castle, Pa. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Studio 2

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

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(photo credit, Natasha Komoda)
The Connection with Marty Moss-Coane
Lifestyle

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

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Studio 2

Should 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

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Studio 2

Shabbat Recipes with Solomonov & Sussman, Temple University in Turmoil

Adeena Sussman's latest cookbook, Shabbat, is a multicultural treasure trove of recipes for the weekly day of rest. Also, things to do this weekend and trouble at Temple.

Air Date: September 14, 2023 12:00 pm

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Words say Carla the Conqueror in an illustration of a girl standing at the front of a classroom.
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

Philly-area author pens new kids’ book about international adoptees: ‘Carla the Conqueror’

Anna Maria DiDio hopes to help other families deal with the trauma of adoption by making the challenges easy to talk about.

2 years ago

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