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Yesterday · 50 min
The state of capital punishment in the US
Public support for the death penalty has steadily declined in the modern era. But in recent years, executions surged. What’s behind the rise?
Monday · 51 min
Will Latino voters swing back to Democrats?
Latino voters helped carry President Donald Trump back to the White House in 2024. Now they seem poised to swing hard the other way.
Thursday · 50 min
The best TV shows of the 21st century
Seasoned TV critics join us to weigh in on the sleeper hits, the overhyped, and which shows are just incomparable.
September 30 · 51 min
BIG FIX: How to ensure AI benefits humanity
How can we ensure AI works for us, not against us. We debate ideas for averting doomsday, holding tech companies accountable, and protecting kids in the classrooms.
September 29 · 51 min
Nikole Hannah-Jones on her school choice
New York Times Magazine writer Nikole Hannah-Jones joins us to talk about her viral essay, “In Fighting for Every Black Child, Did I Betray My Own?”
September 28 · 51 min
Why a supplement called kratom is sparking debate
The surging popularity of a supplement called kratom is shedding light on the murky regulatory landscape occupied by so-called ‘gas station drugs.’
September 24 · 51 min
What’s lost in the era of streaming and subscriptions?
There’s a subscription service for everything these days. But we get to own less of the stuff we pay for.
September 23 · 51 min
The US-China summit: what’s at stake
President Trump welcomes China’s President Xi Jinping this week. We talk about the two leaders and the issues on the agenda — the AI race, tariffs, the Iran war and more.
September 22 · 51 min
White House vs. Free Press
President Trump banned certain news outlets from the White House this weekend. What does it mean for press freedom and American democratic institutions?
September 21 · 51 min
The bizarre case of the Olney house
A dilapidated property in the Olney section of Philadelphia is at the center of a sprawling criminal investigation. Reporters walk us through the case.
September 18 · 23 min
Studio 2 Extra: the state of Philly’s public schools with Superintendent Watlington
With school back in session, Dr. Tony Watlington joins Studio 2 co-host Cherri Gregg to discuss Philadelphia’s public schools. He talks school closures, appropriate uses of AI, and lagging math and reading proficiency amongst students.
September 17 · 51 min
The Big Tech backlash in schools
How Big Tech pushed into classrooms, the growing presence of AI chatbots in education and the resistance building among parents, teachers and some students.
September 16 · 50 min
The making of “Bucks County, USA”
Award-winning filmmakers Robert May and Barry Levinson join Studio 2 to discuss their new documentary series.
September 15 · 51 min
AI doomerism: will artificial intelligence spiral out of control?
Does AI pose an existential threat to humanity? Concern is growing, even among the CEOs of OpenAI and Anthropic. But are the fears overblown? And are safeguards feasible?
September 14 · 51 min
Party Switchers: Why Change Your Vote?
Have you ever changed your mind about a political issue? We’ll talk to experts about party switchers and what they could mean for the midterms.
September 10 · 51 min
Boyz II Men on why solo careers are overrated
How has the legendary R&B group stayed in harmony for over thirty years?
September 9 · 51 min
Preserving the Academy of Natural Sciences
Philadelphia’s Academy of Natural Sciences is slatted to close at the end of the month. But can the the 200-year-old museum to be saved?
September 8 · 51 min
National politics roundup
We’re digging into all the top headlines with local commentators on either side of the aisle.
September 3 · 51 min
How to find love in a “romance recession”
Gen Z is dating less than generations past. What’s holding them back? We’re talking about the trends and how to find meaningful connections in the modern era.
September 2 · 51 min
The politics of AI data centers
Public opposition over data centers is uniting people of all political stripes and is forcing politicians to course correct.

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