
Studio 2 Archive
Philly-based influencers weigh in on their rise in political clout
Political campaigns hope to parlay an influencer’s authentic relationship with their audience into votes for their candidate.
Air Date: August 13, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:42New Music Friday on a Thursday – from “brat summer” to Sabrina Carpenter
Charlie XCX's "brat" album cover, with its bright green background and simple font, is a visual hit. On the show, we discuss new music and revisiting some oldies.
Air Date: August 8, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:08SEPTA CEO Leslie Richards on budget, crime and more
SEPTA's CEO and General Manager Leslie Richards joins us to talk about the transit agency and the state of public transportation - particularly after a state budget shortfall.
Air Date: August 7, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:37What will Harris’s pick Tim Walz mean for the Democratic ticket and the race?
Kamala Harris announced Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate. Will that be a winning ticket for battleground states like Pennsylvania? We'll discuss.
Air Date: August 6, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 52:02Amy Tan discovers the joys backyard birding, Philadelphia Inquirer food critic Craig LaBan, and the surprising history behind the Oxford English Dictionary.
Air Date: August 1, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:10Music never dies: Bruce Springsteen, Terell Stafford, and the industry’s future
We discuss how AI is transforming music, while artists struggle with streaming payouts. Plus, we explore the Boss's influence on our region, and lasting commentary on the US.
Air Date: July 31, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 52:14Should organ donors be compensated? Plus, the psychology of smell
Would you give your kidney to a stranger? What if you could get a $50,000 tax credit for it? That's just one proposal for upping organ donation in the US.
Air Date: July 30, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 52:40Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker answers your questions
What has the mayor accomplished after six months in office and what’s still on the top of her to-do list? We discuss policing, violence, “clean, green, saver,” and more.
Air Date: July 25, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:11Olympic Games Paris 2024: What sports are you excited about?
Olympic dreams in the City of Love. The opening ceremony for the games is on Friday and Paris is getting ready. We preview local athletes headed to France and their sports.
Air Date: July 24, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:35Harris/Shapiro: A winning ticket for Democrats?
With President Biden’s decision to step out of the 2024 race, speculation is brewing about the Democratic ticket. Vice President Kamala Harris appears to be the frontrunner.
Air Date: July 23, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:35What do you think of Donald Trump’s VP pick JD Vance?
The 2024 Republican presidential ticket is officially set: Donald Trump and J.D. Vance. But who is Trump’s running mate, and what does he stand for?
Air Date: July 18, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:33Did you entertain conspiracy theories after the Trump assassination attempt?
Since the attempted assassination of former President Trump, conspiracy theories have been circulating about what happened. Why do we fall victim to this outlandish thinking?
Air Date: July 17, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:45How are we feeling about politics in America right now?
The attempted assassination of former President Trump has shaken the country. How has this affected your outlook on the current state of our democratic process?
Air Date: July 16, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:36Passing on the torch: Is nepotism a good or bad thing?
It keeps power in the hands of the powerful. It limits opportunity. It makes a mockery of meritocracy. But is it all bad? Might there be an economic and societal upside?
Air Date: July 11, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:37Wind farms along the coastline: Clean energy solution or eyesore?
While clean energy advocates applaud the move, some residents are concerned about environmental impacts and how the turbines will spoil ocean views.
Air Date: July 10, 2024 12:00 pm
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