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Technology

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Studio 2
Money

The rise of ransomware attacks

According to a recent report, ransomware victims are increasing 58% year over year. How can essential infrastructure like schools and hospitals safeguard against attacks?

Air Date: March 26, 2026

Listen 51:41
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Courts & Law

Pa. teens get probation after using AI to create fake nudes of classmates

The boys, who were 14 at the time, admitted earlier this month that they made 59 child sex abuse images, some of which included classmates at Lancaster Country Day School.

1 week ago

Zac Landicini by the data center in Vineland being constructed
Science

Vineland residents are protesting AI data center as concerns mount over noise and emissions

The project in South Jersey, already under construction, is being developed by DataOne for the Nebius Group as part of a $17 billion deal with Microsoft.

2 weeks ago

Listen 2:18
Katharine Burr Blodgett, in her laboratory, examines a tube that was coated to make the glass non-reflecting, circa 1935. (Courtesy of the Museum of Innovation and Science)
The Pulse
Science

Unearthing the Hidden Stories of Women Scientists

A look at several great women in science — and why so many of them, and their contributions, have been forgotten.

Air Date: March 20, 2026

Listen 49:34
The majority of the victims of non-consensual sexual imagery are women.
Studio 2
Courts & Law

AI and sexual harassment

A case out of the Radnor School District, where a student allegedly used AI to generate nude images of classmates, is raising urgent questions about sexual harassment and AI.

Air Date: March 17, 2026 12:00 pm

Listen 51:42
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Science

How does AI affect child development? CHOP researchers say safeguards are needed

Researchers found AI could help with creativity and education, but that it can confuse young children and generate harmful misinformation.

3 weeks ago

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Meta's Stanton Springs Data Center is seen Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026, in Newton County, East of Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)
Studio 2

The AI data center debate and the growing backlash

Big tech is spending billions on data centers to power their energy-hungry AI.  But Americans are facing record-high electricity costs and a backlash is growing.

Air Date: March 11, 2026 12:00 pm

Listen 51:42
PECO electric repair crew in Fishtown
Urban Planning

How PECO’s profits impact your electricity bill

Electricity rates are rising along with profits for investor-owned utilities.

3 weeks ago

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Studio 2
Money

Soaring costs of gas and cars

US gas prices join a host of other rising costs faced by American drivers. What's behind this affordability crisis?

Air Date: March 10, 2026 1:00 pm

Listen 51:36
A photo of a Black bakelite telephone. (Darren Pullman/Bigstock)
The Pulse
Science

Hello? From Bell’s First Call to Gen Z’s Telephobia: 150 Years of the Telephone

On the 150th anniversary of the world’s first call, we look back at how the telephone changed the world.

Air Date: March 6, 2026

Listen 49:39
Studio 2
Arts & Entertainment

Live Nation on trial

We’re talking about the ills plaguing the live music industry and why one of the world's largest entertainment companies is in court this week.

Air Date: March 5, 2026 1:00 pm

Listen 51:39
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering Emil Michael speak to reporters before looking at a display of multi-domain autonomous systems in the Pentagon courtyard, Wednesday, July 16, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

AI and the future of warfare

Rapid developments in artificial intelligence are changing modern warfare and raising a new batch of ethical questions. What risks come with AI? Who decides the limits?

Air Date: March 4, 2026 12:00 pm

Listen 51:41
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Urban Planning

SEPTA to install AI cameras on trolleys to catch parking violations in Philadelphia

Philadelphia is the first city in the country to employ this enforcement approach on trolleys or light rail.

1 month ago

Scammers and fraudsters have found numerous ways to convince us they're real. So, how do you make sure not to fall victim to scams?
Studio 2
Money

Inside the $16B scam industry (REPRISE)

Why are you getting so many alarming calls and texts from unknown numbers? How can you tell who is really your bank calling and who is a fraudster?

Air Date: February 25, 2026 1:00 pm

Listen 51:26
The Johnson & Johnson headquarters
Health

Pennsylvania to grow its life sciences industry with new $1B Johnson & Johnson cell therapy plant in Lower Gwynedd

The project is expected to create more than 4,000 construction jobs and 500 new biomanufacturing roles in the region.

1 month ago

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