Studio 2 Archive
What happens when the people living closest to us become strangers? And what can we do about it?
Air Date: July 23, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 51:50What the cyclospora outbreak reveals about our food system
How can we build a more resilient food safety system? What steps can consumers take to protect themselves at home?
Air Date: July 22, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 51:54Should there be political age limits?
The case for and against age maximum limits for our political leaders. And should we also have health transparency rules?
Air Date: July 21, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 51:16We're breaking down the biggest national stories with commentators from either side of the aisle.
Air Date: July 20, 2026 1:00 pm
Listen 51:10Tips for the best weekend in Philly
What belongs in the perfect Philly weekend? From coffee and cheesesteaks to museums and murals, we're crowdsourcing the city's ultimate must-do itinerary.
Air Date: July 9, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 51:15American smoking rates have reached historic lows, but cigarettes are all over pop culture, as are nicotine products like vapes and pouches.
Air Date: July 8, 2026 1:00 pm
Listen 51:15Watershed moment for soccer in America?
Our home team is officially out of the running for the 2026 FIFA World Cup... so why do some people say Americans are still winning?
Air Date: July 7, 2026 1:00 pm
Listen 51:10Can democratic socialists go mainstream?
Democratic socialists are on a winning streak in Pennsylvania, New York and Colorado but will the movement help or hurt Democrats chances in November?
Air Date: July 6, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 51:14Pros and cons of the e-mobility boom
E-bikes, e-scooters, and e-motos are all over our streets (and sometimes sidewalks). How are the rules of the road changing accordingly?
Air Date: July 2, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 51:11Supreme Court decision analysis
We unpack the final weeks of court rulings with two constitutional law scholars: birthright citizenship, transgender athlete bans, presidential firing power, and more
Air Date: July 1, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 51:12The Big Fix: Philadelphia at 2076
What could the city become over the next half-century? How could we redesign the city for the future?
Air Date: June 30, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 47:40Shifting attitudes towards LGBTQ+ rights
After decades of growing acceptance, American support for LGBTQ+ rights has declined in the last few years. What’s driving the shift and what does will it mean?
Air Date: June 29, 2026 1:00 pm
Listen 45:22The case for a throwback summer
Remember when "going outside" was the only summer plan? From the snacks, to hangouts, to one-hit wonders that defined summer, we're throwing it back to simpler low-tech times.
Air Date: June 25, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 44:21What does it mean to be patriotic?
Is patriotism about upholding the ideals of America’s founders? Is it blind allegiance to the country? Can you be deeply critical of the U.S and still be patriotic
Air Date: June 24, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 51:14Was the war with Iran worth it?
As negotiators from the U.S. and Iran begin to hammer out a deal, what exactly is on the table? Who stands to win and lose?
Air Date: June 23, 2026 1:00 pm
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