Studio 2 Archive

Kurt Vile's latest album, an ode to his Philly roots, drops May 29. He joins Avi Wolfman-Arent to talk about his signature lo-fi, DIY, rock and roll sound.

The filmmakers behind a new PBS documentary share the stories of indigenous people, enslaved Africans, and other diverse communities that helped shape our nation.

Can we make technology safer and healthier for kids and teens? Do social media and phone bans actually work? And who should be responsible for setting the boundaries?

We're hosting two political reporters to explore fault lines in the GOP, debates over the future of the Democratic Party, and rapidly evolving tensions abroad.

A linguistics expert on the history and complexity of accents and subtle social cues that underpin them. Plus, a fascinating look at 90s TV hits like Martin and Living Single.

In Our Missing Hearts, writer Celeste Ng meticulously crafts a near-future American dystopia, not far removed from the real world. It's the 'One Book, One Philadelphia' pick.

It's commencement speech season, when politicians, CEOs and celebrities impart words of wisdom to new graduates. What makes a speech resonate? How did this tradition evolve?

What do yesterday’s primary results signal about the current political landscape? We’re unpacking local and national results and looking ahead at the key races to come.

Why are so many Americans turning to influencers for medical advice? And which online health trends are truly backed by science?

According to a recent Gallup poll, 45% of Americans now consider themselves independent. What's behind the rise?

In an uncertain economy with rising inflation, Americans are finding creative, even unorthodox ways to save money. Our experts share budgeting tips and tricks.

Why are patients stuck in the emergency department for days waiting on a hospital bed? We're talking about the chronic overcrowding that is ailing American hospitals.

President Trump celebrates a new jobs report while tensions complicate Iran peace talks. Plus, congress scrambles over redistricting maps after SCOTUS voting rights fallout.

Who are the billionaires redrawing the maps of our media ecosystem? What will change if some of the biggest names in entertainment and news fall under the same umbrella?

The New York Times Magazine released a list of the top 30 living American songwriters, from Taylor Swift, to Stevie Wonder, to Jay-Z. Who made the cut and who didn’t?