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Host Stephen Dubner has surprising conversations that explore the riddles of everyday life and the weird wrinkles of human nature-from cheating and crime to parenting and sports. Dubner talks with Nobel laureates and provocateurs, social scientists and entrepreneurs - and his Freakonomics co-author Steve Levitt.

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Elections

While past elections suggest that Black voters tend to vote Democrat, the Trump campaign has been working to gain momentum, especially among Black men.
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Are Democrats losing Black voters in Pennsylvania?

While data from the 2020 and 2022 elections suggest that Black voters tend to vote Democratic, the Trump campaign is trying to gain momentum, especially among Black men.

Air Date: October 16, 2024 12:00 pm

Listen 46:07
Casey and McCormick at the debate
Politics & Policy

More sparks fly as Pennsylvania’s Senate candidates go on offensive in second debate

Much like the race, the debate was heated as the candidates sparred over the issues and each other’s character and fitness to serve.

2 years ago

Green party candidate Robin Brownfield (left), Republican party candidate Teddy Liddell (middle) and Democratic incumbent U.S. Rep. Donald Norcross (right).
Politics & Policy

What voters need to know about New Jersey’s 1st District candidates: Teddy Liddell, Donald Norcross, Robin Brownfield

The Green Party’s Robin Brownfield and Republican Teddy Liddell are challenging Democratic incumbent Donald Norcross, who is seeking a sixth Congressional term.

2 years ago

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First lady Jill Biden joins volunteers at PSEA phone bank in West Chester, Pa., Oct. 15, 2024 (Amanda Fitzpatrick/WHYY)
Politics & Policy

First lady Jill Biden calls educators to rally Harris-Walz vote in Philly suburbs

The first lady joined a phone bank to gain support for educators and greeted supporters at Montgomery County Community College.

2 years ago

Listen 1:12
Philadelphia Orchestra pianist Kiyoko Takeuti
Arts & Entertainment

The Philadelphia Orchestra is packing for China, and voting in advance

Musicians of the orchestra made a public display of absentee voting to encourage others to make a plan.

2 years ago

Listen 1:13
Delaware County secured drop box
Politics & Policy

In Pennsylvania, am I allowed to drop off a ballot for another voter?

If a Pennsylvania voter has a disability and needs assistance returning their ballot, they can designate someone to drop it off for them.

2 years ago

Property owned by Frosty Valley Farms
Politics & Policy

‘Not a farmer’: Senate candidate David McCormick receives tax breaks for property in Columbia County

A state law was designed to help farmers keep their land amid rising property values. Why is David McCormick who himself says “is not a farmer,” benefitting?

2 years ago

Larry Krasner speaking at a podium
Studio 2
Courts & Law

Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner defends his record

DA Krasner won two elections running as a progressive criminal justice reformer. His critics say he's been too soft on crime.

Air Date: October 15, 2024 12:00 pm

Listen 44:24
Pa. capitol building
Politics & Policy

1-seat Democratic margin has Pennsylvania House control up for grabs in fall voting

Democrats go into the election with a one-seat House majority, while in the Senate, Republicans have 28 seats and therefore majority control.

2 years ago

Donald Trump speaks behind a podium
Politics & Policy

Trump’s economic plans would worsen inflation, experts say

They fear that Trump's proposals would “reignite’’ inflation, which has plummeted since peaking at 9.1% in 2022 and is nearly back to the Fed’s 2% target.

2 years ago

Kamala Harris sits and speaks with others at a table, Trump smiles while holding a microphone
Politics & Policy

Harris and Trump hold campaign events in Pennsylvania

On Monday, the vice president spoke in Erie while the former president held a town hall in Oaks. The two have made nearly 50 stops in the state this campaign season.

2 years ago

A woman in a motorized wheelchair casts her vote
Politics & Policy

Voters with disabilities are feeling ignored by presidential candidates

A Rutgers University report says about 40 million U.S. voters are disabled. Advocates say they are less likely to receive political information and can face voting challenges.

2 years ago

Dave Sunday and Eugene DePasquale
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania voters to decide key statewide races in fall election

Here's a look at Pennsylvania’s major party candidates for attorney general, auditor general and treasurer.

2 years ago

Project 2025 fan
Politics & Policy

Trump’s protests aside, his agenda has plenty of overlap with Project 2025

For economics, immigration, education policy and more, there are common ideas and shared ideology between Project 2025 and Trump's outline for another term.

2 years ago

Donald Trump and Kamala Harris at the debate
Politics & Policy

Harris and Trump will both campaign in battleground Pennsylvania on Monday

Kamala Harris will be in Erie, in the Northwest corner of the state, while Donald Trump visits the Philadelphia suburbs.

2 years ago

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