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The Connection with Marty Moss-Coane

It’s easy to feel as if the world is falling apart. The Connection features wide-ranging conversations about the bonds that hold us together, the forces that drive us apart, the conflicts that keep us from exploring life’s possibilities and the qualities that make us unique and human.

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Community

Studio 2 Extra: Haircuts for the homeless

Empowering Cuts is a nonprofit that serves up free haircuts ...

Air Date: April 25, 2025 11:00 am

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The image shows a lighter from the Pennsylvania-based company Zippo, decorated with the Canadian flag. Many local businesses in the Greater Philadelphia area depend on Canada as a key trading partner. Is our relationship at risk?
(Photo: Andreas Copes)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Trade, tourism, culture: Philly region’s tie to Canada

Our area has strong cultural and economic ties with Canada. They’re our biggest trading partner and tourism between our borders is popular and convenient.

Air Date: April 24, 2025 12:00 pm

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Students at the City College of New York protest the Israel-Hamas war on the campus in the Harlem neighborhood of New York, Thursday, April 25, 2024. (AP Photo/Jake Offenhartz)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

The battle to fight and define antisemitism

The Trump administration accused universities of allowing antisemitism. Some say revoking pro-Palestinian protestors' visas and freezing funds is overreach, others disagree.

Air Date: April 23, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:10
Pope Francis waves
Studio 2
Community

Philadelphia remembers the legacy of Pope Francis

A look at the legacy of Pope Francis, who died Monday at the age of 88. We talk with people in the local Catholic community and weigh in on the future of the Church.

Air Date: April 22, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:14
Credit: Instagram/The Philly Sports Guy
Studio 2
Lifestyle

Studio 2 Extra: The Philly Sports Guy — without his face paint

Philly sports fans have a bad reputation. Diehard super fan Jamie Pagliei is beloved as 'The Philly Sports Guy' and while his fandom is family-friendly, it is always intense.

Air Date: April 18, 2025 1:00 pm

Listen 12:17
Black Thought of The Roots performs at the 2018 Essence Festival at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Friday, July 6, 2018, in New Orleans. (Photo by Amy Harris/Invision/AP)
Studio 2
Arts & Entertainment

Studio 2 Extra: The Roots’ Black Thought on ‘Upcycled: A Memoir’

Tariq Trotter's memoir, The Upcycled Self: A Memoir on the Art of Becoming Who We Are, is the Free Library's selection for this year's One Book, One Philadelphia.

Air Date: April 17, 2025 1:00 pm

Listen 19:50
(Charles Reed/U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement via AP)
Studio 2
Courts & Law

Immigration enforcement in the Greater Philadelphia Area

On this episode of Studio 2, we talk to the people involved in cases of detention and deportation and explain sanctuary status and changing immigration policies in our region.

Air Date: April 17, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:16
Left to right: O.G. Philly Elmo, Will Smith, Shayla Smith.
Studio 2
Community

Will Smith, Philly Elmo, Shayla Smith – Best of Studio 2 Extra

Will Smith talks about his life in the City of Brotherly Love and what the city taught him for the big world. We also hear from the original Philly Elmo and a basketball star.

Air Date: April 16, 2025

Listen 51:12
The ethics of genetic screening and ‘designer babies’
Studio 2
Science

Designer babies: Discussing the ethics of genetic screening

Gene sequencing lets us screen embryos for diseases and traits. Is this the right track for healthy and happy babies, or a slippery slope to eugenics?

Air Date: April 15, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:13
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Studio 2
Lifestyle

Studio 2 Extra: Meet the O.G. Philly Elmo

You've seen him - the furry red muppet leading the PME drumline down a city street. Tony Royster, founder of PME and often the guy in the costume, joins Avi Wolfman-Arent.

Air Date: April 11, 2025 11:30 am

Listen 12:15
Studio 2
Lifestyle

Spring gardening essentials

Whether it’s a Philly rooftop, community space, or lush backyard, two longtime experts will share their best tips and tricks for taking care of your garden this spring.

Air Date: April 10, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:15
Will Smith on new music and his (West) Philly roots.
Studio 2
Lifestyle

Studio 2 Extra: Will Smith releases new music, reflects on Philly

Will Smith returns to music after two decades with his new album, "Based on a True Story." He spoke with Cherri Gregg about his connection to his hometown and personal growth.

Air Date: April 10, 2025 5:00 am

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A shopper peruses cheese offerings at a Target store in Sheridan, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)
Studio 2
Money

Recession fears are mounting. What should Americans do?

Americans are pessimistic about their financial futures. Consumer confidence has dropped. Some are too scared to look at their 401Ks. What should we do in this uncertain time?

Air Date: April 9, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:13
Trump raising his first at a press conference
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Are Republicans happy with President Donald Trump?

How are conservative voters gauging the first few months of President Donald Trump’s administration? On this episode, we discuss this with some conservative voices.

Air Date: April 8, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:16
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Studio 2
Community

Studio 2 Extra: “Audrey’s Children” celebrates life of CHOP’s Dr. Audrey Evans

The new movie tells the story of a groundbreaking doctor in pediatric oncology. Writer and producer Julia Fisher Farbman sat down with Studio 2 co-host Cherri Gregg.

Air Date: April 4, 2025 12:00 pm

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