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Every week listeners hear stories about race and identity that expand their minds, and learn practical ways to make their lives better. It's lifelong learning that ranges from the big picture to tiny details and everything in between.

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Studio 2

Studio 2 Archive

Studio 2

Online Romance Scams, Peanut Allergy Patches, Hittin’ Season Podcast

Billions of dollars have been lost to romantic scams online - and A.I. is making things worse. Plus, WHYY's Hittin' Season and progress in child food allergies.

Air Date: May 24, 2023 12:00 pm

Listen 49:59
Many Americans report sleepless nights, difficulty falling asleep naturally or staying asleep.
Studio 2

Getting Your Best Sleep, Legendary Trombonist Jeff Bradshaw, Sen. Carper to Retire

A specialist joins us to discuss the latest research on a good night's rest: from supplements to the best sleep position for your health.

Air Date: May 23, 2023 12:00 pm

Listen 50:27
A cannibis plant that is close to harvest grows June 17, 2021. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)
Studio 2

Cannabis and Teens, Grassroots Violence Prevention, Studio 2 Trivia

THC levels in cannabis on today's market are more potent than decades ago, leaving many parents worried about their teen's developing brains. Rutgers' Danielle Dick joins us.

Air Date: May 18, 2023 12:00 pm

Listen 50:01
A sign announces a polling place in Spanish
Studio 2

Election Analysis, Red Knots, Ilyon Woo’s “Master Slave Husband Wife”

One day after the primaries, what do we know about the outcome of the election, voter turnout and the issues at stake? Plus, red knits return to the Delaware Bay beaches.

Air Date: May 16, 2023 12:00 pm

Listen 50:39
A woman looking at her cell phone
Studio 2

Cellphone Etiquette, Election Day, Fresh Air’s Tonya Mosley

Cell phones interrupted two Philadelphia Orchestra concerts recently. We're talking about cell phone manners. And, a conversation with Fresh Air's new co-host, Tonya Mosley.

Air Date: May 16, 2023 12:00 pm

Listen 49:32
Pinocchio toy sold in souvenir shop in Cracow.
Studio 2

Why We Lie, Pa. Judicial Elections, Trivia Thursday

Why do people lie? Wharton professor Maurice Schweitzer weighs in on the thrill some people get from not telling the truth. Plus, trivia and things to do.

Air Date: May 11, 2023 12:00 pm

Listen 45:30
This file photo shows the production department at fashion giant Inditex's headquarters where Zara fashion garments are designed in La Coruna, Spain. Inditex, the retail giant that owns Zara, H&M and many other brands, wants all its clothes to be made from sustainable or recycled fabrics by 2025.  (AP Photo/Jesus Sancho, File)
Studio 2
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COVID Emergency Ending, Trust in Philly’s Tap Water, Shopping Sustainably

With the end of the COVID public health emergency, what to know about vaccines, variants, testing and more. Also, eroding trust in Philly water and sustainable fashion.

Air Date: May 10, 2023 12:00 pm

Listen 45:31
Studio 2

Mayoral Candidate David Oh, Four-Day Workweek, Puberty and Social Media

Could we make the four-day workweek...work? Plus, Republican mayoral candidate David Oh. And a new book helps teens get through puberty without taking cues from TikTok.

Air Date: May 9, 2023 12:00 pm

Listen 45:33
DJ Jazzy Jeff performs on Friday, Feb. 28, 2020, in Columbia, S.C. (AP Photo/Meg Kinnard)
Studio 2

50th Anniversary of Hip Hop, St. Joe’s New Art Museum, Studio 2 Trivia

The birth of hip hop happened 50 years ago. We're talking with Philly icons DJ Jazzy Jeff and Charlie Mack about the early days of the genre and its evolution today.

Air Date: May 4, 2023 12:00 pm

Listen 45:30
The first inning of the United States Championship baseball game at the Little League World Series tournament in South Williamsport, Pa., Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Studio 2

Youth Sports Out of Control, Mayoral Candidate Rebecca Rhynhart, Kadampa Meditation

Bad parent behavior on the sidelines and in the stands has us talking about youth sports and why the stakes feel so high. Also, Philly mayoral candidate Rebecca Rhynhart.

Air Date: May 3, 2023 12:00 pm

Listen 45:32
Abandon by James Ijames (L to R) Melanye Finister, Brenson Thomas, Carlo Campbell, Jared Chichester (Paola Nogueras
Studio 2

James Ijames, Mayoral Candidate Cherelle Parker, ‘The Case for Cancel Culture’

Cherelle Parker on her plans if elected mayor of Philadelphia. Journalist Ernest Owens makes 'The Case for Cancel Culture.' And Pulitzer winner James Ijames on 'Abandon.'

Air Date: May 2, 2023 12:00 pm

Listen 45:31
PA Voter Sticker in Camp Hill
Studio 2

Mayoral Candidate Amen Brown, Ranked Choice Voting, Studio 2 Trivia

Amen Brown on running in the democratic primary for mayor of Philadelphia. Then, would ranked choice voting make elections better? And, the next round of Studio 2 trivia.

Air Date: April 27, 2023 12:00 pm

Listen 43:20
Unsafe Philadelphia school buildings have been a concern recently among educators and others. (Johann Calhoun / Chalkbeat Philadelphia)
Studio 2

Asbestos in Schools, La bohème, NPR’s Ari Shapiro

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.

Air Date: April 26, 2023 12:00 pm

Listen 45:51
A Portland Loo shown on a Portland street in 2015.
Studio 2

Mayoral Candidate Allan Domb, the Politics of Public Toilets, Billie Holiday in Philly

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.

Air Date: April 25, 2023 12:00 pm

Listen 43:21
an electric vehicle
Studio 2

NJ Wildfires, Push for Electric Vehicles, Studio 2 Trivia

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.

Air Date: April 20, 2023 12:00 pm

Listen 43:19
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