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Studio 2 Archive

an aerial view of housing near Fairmount Park
Studio 2
Urban Planning

Public housing overhaul with PHA’s Kelvin Jeremiah

The Philadelphia Housing Authority's CEO Kelvin Jeremiah talks about a $6.3 billion initiative that would redefine public housing in the city.

Air Date: July 17, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 52:01
FILE - Elon Musk listens as President Donald Trump speaks during a news conference in the Oval Office of the White House, May 30, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci, File)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Could a third party ever be viable in American politics?

Elon Musk says he's starting a new party. Many have tried before to launch third parties with little success. Is a third party possible in our political system?

Air Date: July 16, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:12
People gather to protest the deployment of the National Guard in Los Angeles and the detainment of union leader David Huerta near Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Monday, June 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Studio 2

What do Americans really want on immigration?

President Trump's hardline approach to immigration used to be his highest rated issue but public opinion is now shifting. Is Trump's immigration crackdown backfiring?

Air Date: July 15, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 52:02
Studio 2
Health

Fixing the children’s health crisis

A recent CHOP study shows mortality rates and chronic conditions have increased for young kids - obesity, sleep disturbances, pain, mental health issues, even early puberty.

Air Date: July 14, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:11
(photo credit, Jeff Wojtaszek)
Studio 2
Arts & Entertainment

Studio 2 Extra: Lisa Scottoline on her new psychological thriller

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

Air Date: July 11, 2025 2:00 pm

Listen 15:53
Replika can be a way for some people to connect with an AI program that mimics human relationships.
Studio 2
Lifestyle

The rise of romance novels and the ethics of human-chatbot relationships

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

Air Date: July 10, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:36
Studio 2
Arts & Entertainment

The best movies of the 21st century

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?

Air Date: July 9, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:34
What will President Trump’s massive tax and spending bill mean for the Philadelphia region?
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

From Trump’s megabill to Shapiro’s Pa. state budget

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.

Air Date: July 8, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:36
Trash piled up on Wyalusing Avenue near Cathedral Cemetery
Studio 2
Community

American garbage: What to do with our trash

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.

Air Date: July 7, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:12
A pile of trash at Queen Lane and Germantown Avenue in Philadelphia
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Day 3 of Philly’s trash strike

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?

Air Date: July 3, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 50:33
Do you feel your age? Has your idea of aging changed over time?
Studio 2
Health

Working, traveling and thriving: The modern experience of aging

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.

Air Date: July 2, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:35
Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., is flanked by Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyo., the GOP whip, left, and Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, speaks to reporters after passage of the budget reconciliation package of President Donald Trump's signature bill of big tax breaks and spending cuts, at the Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, July 1, 2025. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

The Senate passes Trump’s agenda bill

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.

Air Date: July 1, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:09
A pregnant U.S. citizen stands at a protest for birthright citizenship
Studio 2
Courts & Law

Reactions to landmark SCOTUS rulings

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.

Air Date: June 30, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 45:41
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro delivered his budget address for the 2025-26 fiscal year to a joint session of the state House and Senate at the Capitol,  Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025, in Harrisburg, Pa. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Studio 2
Money

Studio 2 Extra: Pa.’s budget will be late…again

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.

Air Date: June 27, 2025 1:30 pm

Listen 6:17
Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani speaks at his primary election party, Wednesday, June 25, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Heather Khalifa)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Lessons for Democrats from a progressive victory in NYC

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?

Air Date: June 26, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 46:45
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