Explainers
What to know about Linda McMahon, Trump’s pick for education secretary
McMahon led the Small Business Administration during Trump's first presidency. Before entering politics, McMahon ran the WWE with her husband Vince McMahon.
2 months ago
Climate policy under a second Trump presidency
President-elect Trump has called climate change a hoax, led his supporters in chants of “drill baby drill” and said he’d pull out of the Paris climate agreement.
Air Date: November 14, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 50:21Contained, extinguished and mopping up: Here’s what some common wildfire terms mean
With destructive wildfires burning on both coasts, fire officials might use jargon unfamiliar to residents of states where such big blazes are relatively rare.
2 months ago
‘Drought definitely can kill a tree or shrub’: How to keep your trees healthy during ongoing drought
An arborist offers his top tips for protecting trees as Philadelphia’s record-breaking dry spell continues.
2 months ago
Studio 2 Extra: When election pollsters get it right
Franklin & Marshall College called this election almost perfectly. Their final Pennsylvania survey had Trump at 50 percent and Harris at 49. How'd they do it?
Air Date: November 8, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 14:58Here’s what you need to know about New Jersey’s current drought status
The Garden State has been dry since “a lot of rain” fell in August. Officials are asking people to conserve water voluntarily.
3 months ago
What you need to know if you have lead pipes
Municipalities must locate and replace lead pipes over the next decade. Here’s what you need to know.
3 months ago
Listen 1:57Studio 2 Extra: Mark Zandi says this is the ‘best’ economy in decades
Economist Mark Zandi tweeted, "This is among the best performing economies in my 35+ years as an economist." He explains why, and talks about the avalanche that ensued.
Air Date: October 18, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 14:59Philly property owners could soon face fines if their EV chargers don’t work
Electric vehicle owners say the city does not have enough public chargers, and the ones that do exist need to be maintained.
3 months ago
Listen 1:05Searching for truth: the line between fact-checking and censorship
Whether it's fact-checking a debate or a tech company tamping down on misinformation, we live in an era when truth itself is a contested concept. What should we do about it?
Air Date: October 10, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:13Why are we spending so much time at home?
Many Americans call themselves homebodies. We all need downtime – but the rise in spending so much time at home, expanded by the pandemic, has some concerning implications.
Air Date: October 9, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:59Do you want kids? And other personal questions amid the declining birthrate
The decision to have children is a complicated one - finances, relationships, morality and more. When faced with the choice, people are opting to have fewer kids, if any.
Air Date: October 8, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:50Want to be a poll worker in N.J.? Here’s everything you need to know, from pay to required training
Here are the steps to become a poll worker in New Jersey — and how to earn more than the base salary.
4 months ago
Listen 1:00Navigating the process: How to apply to be a poll worker in Pennsylvania
You can apply to be a poll worker if you are a 17-year-old high school student or a registered voter.
4 months ago
Can we separate art from the artists when they do something bad?
Do you still watch The Cosby Show, or listen to R. Kelly, or do you change the channel and edit your playlist in disgust? What responsibility do we have as consumers?
Air Date: September 25, 2024 12:00 pm
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