Studio 2 Archive

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?

As the court nears summer recess, some of its biggest cases, like birthright citizenship, age verification for online pornography, religious opt-outs in schools, remain.

Our region is under an “extreme heat warning” with temperatures in Philly expected to reach 100 degrees for the first time in over a decade. Why do cities feel even hotter?

The U.S. entered the war between Israel and Iran Saturday night with airstrikes against three Iranian nuclear sites. We ask: "What’s your reaction to the attack?"

National Book Award winner Imani Perry talks about "Black in Blues" and Black Thought, lead emcee of the legendary Philly band The Roots, discusses his early life and music.

For the first time, men appear to be more religious than women, with higher church attendance. These trends come at a time when religiosity in America is finally stabilizing.

Last year, threats against elected officials reached an all-time high. And polls find more Americans support the use of violence to achieve a political goal. We discuss why.

We discuss the news of the past week with Solomon Jones, Philadelphia Inquirer columnist and WURD radio host, and lawyer and columnist Christine Flowers.

Wealthier families often invest in supporting less academically successful children, while lower-income families may focus their resources on their most talented child.

Venture outside the Delaware Valley – and those popular Jersey Shore towns – for hidden-gem experiences that are totally worth the trip for great food, trails and indoor fun.

Mayor Parker says the plan will create and preserve 30,000 affordable housing units through new construction, rehabilitation, and expanded rental assistance. Will it work?

It's the new era of college sports, and it's expensive. We'll look at the impact of a $2.8 billion settlement that allows universities to pay players for the first time ever.

Americans are turning away from the medical establishment and seeking alternative cures and supplements online. Why has trust in conventional medicine eroded?

Former Penn Board Chair Scott Bok on the fallout from the 2023 campus protests, the antisemitism probes, and Wall Street's outsized influence on universities.

If your boss offered you a four-day week – with no cut in pay – would you take it? We take a closer look at the four-day workweek, its pros and cons and if it could work.