Studio 2 Archive

Bestselling Philly author Lisa Scottoline on her latest thriller and her approach to writing and life.

AI chatbots are becoming more popular, offering people friendship, romance and even sex. Are these 'real' relationships? What do we lose without human connection?

The last 25 years in movies have given us unforgettable performances, iconic lines and instant classics. They’ve made us laugh, they’ve made us cry, but which reign supreme?

Could Democrats or Republicans turn this widely unpopular bill into a political win in 2026? Plus, we’ll look at what’s holding up Pennsylvania's state budget.

It’s day seven of the Philadelphia union strike, and trash is piling up across the city residents think about the amount of garbage they create.

Philadelphia municipal workers are on strike for a third day, meaning decreased city services and no trash pickup. Will DC 33 and Mayor Cherelle Parker come to an agreement?

As we live longer, our ideas about aging and the roles of older people need a serious overhaul. This hour on Studio 2, we break down the stereotypes around aging.

In a 51-50 vote, Senate Republicans passed the massive tax and spending bill. Now it heads to the House. We'll talk about what's in the bill and potential political blowback.

The Court limits blocking of Trump’s executive orders, risking end of birthright citizenship in some areas. Another ruling allows parents to opt kids out of certain classes.

For the fourth year in a row, lawmakers are in a deadlock over funding the Keystone State. Much of the fight in Harrisburg is over skill games and transit including SEPTA.

A shocking twist in NYC's mayoral primary as a rising progressive star overtook former governor Andrew Cuomo. What message does Zohran Mandami's win send to the democrats?

As the court nears summer recess, some of its biggest cases, like birthright citizenship, age verification for online pornography, religious opt-outs in schools, remain.

Our region is under an “extreme heat warning” with temperatures in Philly expected to reach 100 degrees for the first time in over a decade. Why do cities feel even hotter?

The U.S. entered the war between Israel and Iran Saturday night with airstrikes against three Iranian nuclear sites. We ask: "What’s your reaction to the attack?"

National Book Award winner Imani Perry talks about "Black in Blues" and Black Thought, lead emcee of the legendary Philly band The Roots, discusses his early life and music.