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FILE -  In this May 6, 2010 file photo, detection lead mammographer, Toborcia Bedgood, left, prepares a screen-film mammography test for patient Alicia Maldonado, at The Elizabeth Center for Cancer Detection in Los Angeles. A new, international panel of experts has studied the most recent evidence on mammograms to screen for breast cancer and says they do the most good for women in their 50s and 60s. Women 70 to 74 also benefit to a lesser extent. But evidence that screening helps women in their 40s is
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Breast Cancer Treatment, The Electric Factory, Philadelphia City Council Election

It's Breast Cancer Awareness month and we discuss new treatments and changing guidelines. Plus, celebrating Philadelphia's iconic Electric Factory.

Air Date: October 18, 2023 12:00 pm

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University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia
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UPenn Donors Pull Support, Sec. Al Schmidt Talks Elections

Voter registration deadline is approaching. Pa Secretary of State Al Schmidt talks election security and getting out the vote.

Air Date: October 17, 2023 12:00 pm

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Gas-powered leaf blowers are often used in landscaping
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Banning Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers, Preventing Bird Strikes

A thousand birds died in Chicago in just one day last week. What's being done to prevent bird strikes in Philly? And, efforts to ban gas-powered leaf blowers are on the rise.

Air Date: October 12, 2023 12:00 pm

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Why No One Answers The Phone Anymore, Sen. Coons on the Israel-Hamas War

We're reluctant to take calls even from friends and family. What's changed, and what's the best way to connect? Also, we'll get the latest on the ongoing attacks in Israel.

Air Date: October 11, 2023 12:00 pm

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Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. speaks during a campaign event at Independence Mall, Monday, Oct. 9, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
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RFK Jr. Runs as Independent, Nobel Prize Winner Dr. Weissman, ’72 Seconds in Rittenhouse Square’

Kennedy Jr. officially declared his bid for the presidency as an independent, sparking speculation about the potential impact of his campaign on the upcoming 2024 election.

Air Date: October 10, 2023 12:00 pm

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A rendering of a proposed Sixers arena
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Sixers Arena on Market East, Madame Fromage, Flags and Vexillology

The ongoing debate surrounding the 76ers arena on Market East has reached a boiling point, with multiple stakeholders now entering the fray. We have the latest updates.

Air Date: October 5, 2023 12:00 pm

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Malcom Jenkins
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Rep. Madeleine Dean on Ousted House Speaker, NFL Champion Malcolm Jenkins

Pa. Congresswoman Madeleine Dean on the House speaker's removal and Super Bowl champ and former Eagles Malcolm Jenkins on his memoir.

Air Date: October 4, 2023 12:00 pm

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Jerks at Work, Phillies in the Playoffs, Science of Fall Foliage

When faced with bad bosses and toxic co-workers, what to do? "Jerks at Work" author Tessa West joins us. Plus, Phillies are back in the playoffs for the second straight year.

Air Date: October 3, 2023 12:00 pm

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Chef Lidia Bastianich, Pa. Forever Chemicals, Amazon Antitrust Allegations

Chef and PBS host Lidia Bastianich has compiled over a hundred family recipes into a new cookbook. Plus, states in our region join a sweeping FTC lawsuit against Amazon.

Air Date: September 28, 2023 12:00 pm

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Photo credit: Joshua Yospyn
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Earth’s ‘Fragile Moment’ with Michael Mann, Latest on Irizarry Police Shooting

After the hottest summer on record, climate scientist Michael Mann shares lessons from Earth’s prehistoric past. Also, the latest on charges dropped against Officer Mark Dial.

Air Date: September 27, 2023 12:00 pm

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In this Thursday, March 1, 2018, photo a rack displaying various models of semi-automatic sporting rifles is shown at Duke's Sport Shop in New Castle, Pa. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
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The True Story of the AR-15 Rifle, NJ Sen. Bob Menendez Bribery Charges

The 20 million AR-15s in the U.S. today are a symbol of constitutional freedom, evil and terror. A new book, 'American Gun', traces the weapon's history and transformation.

Air Date: September 26, 2023 12:00 pm

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Big Tobacco’s Addictive Snacks, Medical Aid in Dying, Opera Philadelphia

We’ll find out how cigarette manufacturers made some processed food addicting. Then, Judy Govatos talks about death with dignity. Opera Philadelphia's David Devan also joins.

Air Date: September 21, 2023 12:00 pm

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Should you post your kids online? Plus, testing your civics knowledge & the host of ‘On Point’

On Point's Meghna Chakrabarti joins us. And, the author of 'Sharenthood' on posting pictures of kids online. Plus, the 2023 Annenberg Constitution Day Civics Survey results.

Air Date: September 20, 2023 12:00 pm

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A collection of skulls at the Mutter Museum Tuesday, April 5, 2005, in Philadelphia. (George Widman/AP Photo)
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Mütter Museum Controversy, the History of Pockets, the First Emoticon

Philadelphia's Mütter Museum is wrestling with ethical questions about its displays of human remains. Also, the invention of the pocket and the first emoticon :-).

Air Date: September 19, 2023 12:00 pm

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Shabbat Recipes with Solomonov & Sussman, Temple University in Turmoil

Adeena Sussman's latest cookbook, Shabbat, is a multicultural treasure trove of recipes for the weekly day of rest. Also, things to do this weekend and trouble at Temple.

Air Date: September 14, 2023 12:00 pm

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