Studio 2

Everything you need to know about what’s happening in the Delaware Valley – from news and politics to science and the arts– delivered with a fresh perspective, all in an hour. Listeners learn something new and add their voice to energizing live conversations with co-hosts Avi Wolfman-Arent and Cherri Gregg.

‘It’s going to be hard for people to know what they’re engaging with’: AI and human creativity

The examples of AI art are pretty astounding, but if computers can make art, will we still value art made by people? And what are the limits to the algorithmic imagination?

10-16
45:41

The importance of free-range play in today’s safety-conscious society

Surveys consistently show that kids want to play outside and want some independence. Yet, children spend less than 10 minutes a day in unstructured outdoor play.

10-15
46:36

What the price of gold tells us about the US economy

Gold and silver prices surged to record highs in the past week – a pattern often tied to investor uncertainty. But how uncertain could they be when stock are booming?

10-14
45:41

Gaza ceasefire deal: roadmap for lasting peace?

What does the ceasefire deal mean for Israelis and Palestinians? What are some of the pitfalls that lie ahead? How are local Jewish and Palestinian community members feeling?

10-13
51:09

How Camden curbed violence

Violent crime in Camden has seen a dramatic turnaround — with zero homicides recorded this summer.

10-09
51:13

Supreme Court’s new term: major cases and presidential power

We preview the Supreme Court’s docket with NPR’s Nina Totenberg and Drexel law professor Lisa Tucker.

10-08
51:12

Has the US military lost its warrior ethos?

Pete Hegseth summoned hundreds of generals and admirals together last week to tell them the armed forces have become too woke, too fat and lost their warrior ethos.

10-07
51:12

Shutdown stalemate, ICE protests, Gaza talks, regional budget battles

In today’s politics roundtable, we break down the week’s biggest stories with two columnists from opposite sides of the aisle. We touch on topics near and far.

10-06
51:12

Studio 2 Extra: Women’s pro basketball returns to Philly, first time since 1998

Unrivaled brings fast-paced, player-owned 3-on-3 action back to the city of sisterly affection. Cherri Gregg spoke with some of the grassroots organizers.

10-03
09:23

What does it mean to be middle class?

Many people are feeling squeezed in today’s economy, with the prospect of affording college and a house, as well as saving for retirement, feeling further out of reach.

10-02
51:13

The power of sports in America

We talk about America’s obsession with sports, how it unites us, and how it can shape who we are. Plus, we get a preview for the Phillies’ playoff game.

10-01
51:11

What’s at stake in the government shutdown?

We break down the shutdown negotiations, the political risks for both parties, and the potential impact. How will a shutdown effect you? Who do you think will be blamed?

09-30
51:13

The future of downtown Philly

Center City has seen robust population growth but office vacancies remain stubbornly high and the east side of Market Street is struggling to attract tenants.

09-29
51:14

Retirement, independence, divorce: The surprising trend after 60

Gray divorce – the only demographic group with a rising divorce rate is people 65 and up. What’s behind this trend? And what are the consequences?

09-25
51:12

AI and your skyrocketing electric bill

Are you shocked by your electric bill? AI data centers are driving up energy cost and straining our overworked power grid. How can we possibly meet the ever-growing demand?

09-24
51:12

What science says about autism and Tylenol

While President Trump and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. linked Tylenol to autism, the FDA and other scientists took a more cautious approach.

09-23
51:13

Jimmy Kimmel, the FCC and broadcast media under Trump

After Kimmel’s suspension for remarks following the killing of Charlie Kirk, voices across the political spectrum are raising questions about the power of the FCC over media.

09-22
51:12

Why are more moms quitting their jobs?

More than 200,000 women have quit this year alone. That’s the steepest decline in four decades and washes away many of the job gains from the pandemic.

09-18
51:12

Right-wing cancel culture and free speech

Demands to fire people for their opinion have ramped up after the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who talked a lot about the importance of open debate.

09-17
51:12

How to combat AI in college classrooms

This episode, do we need to completely rethink how colleges educate students? How can we inspire students to be thoughtful AI users and not lazy ones? We’ll talk about how artificial intelligence is shaping learning and how universities are grappling with it.

09-16
51:13

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