Studio 2 Archive

Opera Philadelphia spectacularly performs four parts of La bohème in reverse. Plus, Ari Shapiro's 'The Best Strangers in the World' and the latest on asbestos in schools.

Billie Holiday's music comes to life in “Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill.” Allan Domb on public safety and more. Plus, the long history and politics of public restrooms.

NJ DEP Assistant Commissioner John Cecil talks climate change and wildfires. Then, the major push for electric vehicles in the past several years is getting more intense.

Jeff Brown is the next Philly mayoral candidate to join us. We're also talking about book challenges in Central Bucks School District with Jean Kwok and Laurie Halse Anderson.

Adult-use cannabis went on sale in NJ a year ago this week. We'll talk about where the industry is heading. And we'll talk with Philly mayoral candidate Helen Gym.

Dog flu has spread throughout animal shelters, leaving them in crisis. We also talk about Joseph Earl Thomas' memoir that recounts his abusive childhood and creative escape.

Philadelphia mayoral candidate Derek Green. Sound sculptures, a sibling rivalry, and artist Harry Bertoia’s legacy. And, an alleged financial aid startup scam of $175 million.

The latest research shows even moderate drinking is bad for your health. Plus, a special segment in time for spring gardening. And the latest on the Rutgers University strike.

Answering your questions about the new proposed SEPTA budget with Leslie Richards. Then, you answer Studio 2’s questions during our weekly trivia quiz.

AI chatbots are everywhere -- along with the fear that they are taking over education and the workplace. What does our future with these AI tools look like?

N.J. is called the diner capital of the world but are these beloved institutions under threat? And, how the food we eat affects our mood.

Baseball season is here again. Also, teens and screens: holding companies accountable for the mental health crisis. Plus, NPR’s Sylvia Poggioli joins us live.

Pa. House Speaker Joanna McClinton talks about her new leadership role, a former professional poker player shares quitting advice, and beware - ticks are out again.

Tap water in Philly is now safe to drink through Wednesday. Cherri and Avi also look at the top stories in the rest of the region.