Studio 2 Archive
Red wave: Why is Donald Trump so appealing to young voters?
A trend has emerged over the past elections: Young voters are getting more conservative. We'll ask Gen Z voters from Delaware County, Pennsylvania and Burlington County, N.J.
Air Date: November 12, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:18Studio 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 14:58A reckoning for the Democratic Party
Democrats suffered major losses in 2024, including key states and local races. Did their messaging on democracy and abortion fail to resonate?
Air Date: November 7, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:40Philadelphia area divided after Trump, GOP win
Donald J. Trump will be the 47th president of the United States, winning decisively against Vice President Harris and appearing poised to sweep the battleground states.
Air Date: November 6, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:20How Pennsylvania voters feel about Harris, Trump on Election Day
November 5th is Election Day and millions of Americans will cast their vote for our next president along with Congressional seats and state-wide offices.
Air Date: November 5, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:44Studio 2 Extra: Hamilton hits the Philly stage
Hamilton is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fight to shape the course of a nation. It's back on stage at the Academy of Music.
Air Date: November 1, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 15:03What to watch: TV critic reviews new shows and cult classics
We talk about the best shows on TV right now, from comedy to drama and everything in between. Melanie McFarland, Salon's award-winning senior culture critic joins us.
Air Date: October 31, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 52:01Pa. election security and the key down-ballot races
Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt talks election security and misinformation. And, the key down-ballot races in Pennsylvania that could reshape Harrisburg or Congress.
Air Date: October 30, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:40Pennsylvania swamped with Trump, Harris ads. Do they work?
We’ve been inundated with political ads ... enough to make you yearn for a fast-food jingle or two. Which ads work and which ones are just annoying?
Air Date: October 29, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 52:34Food critic Craig LaBan reveals best restaurants in Greater Philadelphia Area
The Philly food scene is bursting with flavor and creativity, so we’re going through the list of best restaurants in our region, from West Chester to Camden and more.
Air Date: October 24, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 46:06Can the Philadelphia suburbs swing the presidential election?
We left the comfort of our radio booth and went on the road to the Upper Dublin Public Library for a discussion about the Philadelphia suburbs in the upcoming election.
Air Date: October 23, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 44:27Pennsylvanians reveal their friendship secrets
Air Date: October 22, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 46:02Studio 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 14:59Should we put health warning labels on food?
The FDA is proposing warning labels on packaged food to highlight nutritional content. Would a warning label make you think twice about eating ultra-processed food?
Air Date: October 17, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 46:02Are 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
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