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July 22 · 51 min
What the cyclospora outbreak reveals about our food system
How can we build a more resilient food safety system? What steps can consumers take to protect themselves at home?
July 21 · 51 min
Should there be political age limits?
The case for and against age maximum limits for our political leaders. And should we also have health transparency rules?
July 20 · 51 min
National politics roundup
We’re breaking down the biggest national stories with commentators from either side of the aisle.
July 9 · 51 min
Tips for the best weekend in Philly
What belongs in the perfect Philly weekend? From coffee and cheesesteaks to museums and murals, we’re crowdsourcing the city’s ultimate must-do itinerary. Guests: Tonya Pendleton, Things to Do curator for WHYY Stephanie Farr, Philadelphia Inquirer features columnist who writes about what makes Philly weird, wild, and wonderfully unique Alisha Miranda, freelance hospitality reporter and owner of a creative agency
July 8 · 51 min
Is nicotine back?
American smoking rates have reached historic lows, but cigarettes are all over pop culture, as are nicotine products like vapes and pouches.
July 7 · 51 min
Watershed moment for soccer in America?
Our home team is officially out of the running for the 2026 FIFA World Cup… so why do some people say Americans are still winning?
July 6 · 51 min
Can democratic socialists go mainstream?
Democratic socialists are on a winning streak in Pennsylvania, New York and Colorado but will the movement help or hurt Democrats chances in November?
July 3 · 16 hr 40 min
250th Celebration: Battlefields, Foods and Communities of the American Revolution
In celebration of America’s big birthday, we’re spotlighting revolutionary people, places and events across our region.
July 2 · 51 min
Pros and cons of the e-mobility boom
E-bikes, e-scooters, and e-motos are all over our streets (and sometimes sidewalks). How are the rules of the road changing accordingly?
July 1 · 51 min
Supreme Court decision analysis
We unpack the final weeks of court rulings with two constitutional law scholars: birthright citizenship, transgender athlete bans, presidential firing power, and more
June 30 · 47 min
The Big Fix: Philadelphia at 2076
What could the city become over the next half-century? How could we redesign the city for the future?
June 29 · 45 min
Shifting attitudes towards LGBTQ+ rights
After decades of growing acceptance, American support for LGBTQ+ rights has declined in the last few years. What’s driving the shift and what does will it mean?
June 25 · 44 min
The case for a throwback summer
Remember when “going outside” was the only summer plan? From the snacks, to hangouts, to one-hit wonders that defined summer, we’re throwing it back to simpler low-tech times.

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