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Lifestyle

Why everyone’s a critic

Most Americans read online reviews before making any purchases, and almost half of US consumers write them. Have we become to ratings obsessed?

Air Date: July 31, 2025 12:00 pm

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Legal recreational marijuana sales to begin in Delaware Friday. Now that New Jersey and Delaware have access, is Pennsylvania next?
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Marijuana legalization in Del., NJ sparks question: Is Pa. next?

Legal weed in Delaware, legal weed in New Jersey, is Pennsylvania next? While our neighbors go high, some lawmakers in Harrisburg say ‘NO.’

Air Date: July 30, 2025 12:00 pm

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A Palestinian youth carries a sack of aid that landed in the Mediterranean Sea after being airdropped over central Gaza, at the shore of Zawaida, Gaza Strip Tuesday, July 29, 2025. (AP Photo/Abdel Kareem Hana)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

A tipping point for US-Israel relations?

Images of emaciated children in Gaza have led to global outrage at Israel's military offensive. What's happening in Gaza and could this fray US-Israel relations?

Air Date: July 29, 2025 12:00 pm

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The class of 2025 celebrates their graduation at the University of Pennsylvania's 269th commencement on Monday, May 19, 2025, in Philadelphia. (Photo by Charles Sykes/Invision/AP)
Studio 2
Education

Trump’s power play with Penn, other universities

After major concessions from schools like Virginia, Columbia, and Penn, it seems the Trump administration's efforts to reshape higher ed are making inroads.

Air Date: July 28, 2025 12:00 pm

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Shoppers stop and eat during Italian Market on Sunday, May 23, 1976. Photo: Don Camp (George D. McDowell Philadelphia Evening Bulletin Photographs/Temple University Libraries Urban Archives)
Studio 2
Lifestyle

Studio 2 Extra: The Italian Market’s history and future

The "Our Market Project" aims to restore, celebrate and advocate for the preservation and livelihood of Philadelphia's longstanding and beloved Italian Market.

Air Date: July 25, 2025 12:00 pm

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Studio 2
Lifestyle

Infidelity in modern relationships

A Coldplay concert kiss-cam caught an alleged affair between Astronomer’s now-former CEO and the head of HR. Why does cheating hit a deep emotional nerve for millions?

Air Date: July 24, 2025 12:00 pm

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This March 28, 2017, file photo, provided by the New York State Sex Offender Registry shows Jeffrey Epstein. Epstein has died while awaiting trial on sex-trafficking charges. (AP Photo)
Studio 2
Courts & Law

Should the Jeffrey Epstein files be released?

Fallout continues over the White House’s handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files. After AG Bondi said she would release all the Epstein files, she changed course.

Air Date: July 23, 2025 12:00 pm

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Waymo communications manager Julia Ilina
Studio 2
Lifestyle

The self-driving car revolution

Tech company Waymo is testing robotaxis on streets and highways in Philadelphia. Have self-driving cars finally arrived? And would you hitch a ride in a cab without a driver?

Air Date: July 22, 2025 12:00 pm

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A Tariff Free sign to attract vehicle shoppers is at an automobile dealership in Totowa, N.J., on April 30, 2025. (AP Photo/Ted Shaffrey)
Studio 2
Money

Assessing the Trump economy

How are you feeling about the economy? New reports show tariffs might be partly to blame for mild price increases, but consumers are feeling good despite rising inflation.

Air Date: July 21, 2025 12:00 pm

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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

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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

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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

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(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

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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

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