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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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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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New research about alcohol shows that drinking even small amounts can be harmful.
Studio 2

Alcohol and Health Risks, Spring Gardening, Rutgers University Strike

The latest research shows even moderate drinking is bad for your health. Plus, a special segment in time for spring gardening. And the latest on the Rutgers University strike.

Air Date: April 11, 2023 12:00 pm

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SEPTA bus passes through the intersection of N 17th and JFK Boulevard.
Studio 2

SEPTA Budget, Food at the Phillies, Studio 2 Trivia

Answering your questions about the new proposed SEPTA budget with Leslie Richards. Then, you answer Studio 2’s questions during our weekly trivia quiz.

Air Date: April 6, 2023 12:00 pm

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The company behind the ChatGPT chatbot has on Wednesday, March 15 rolled out its latest artificial intelligence model, GPT-4, in a new advance for the technology that’s caught the world's attention. (AP Photo/Richard Drew, File)
Studio 2

ChatGPT Panic, Medicaid Protections Expire, New Philly Music

AI chatbots are everywhere -- along with the fear that they are taking over education and the workplace. What does our future with these AI tools look like?

Air Date: April 5, 2023 12:00 pm

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The Trolley Car Diner was a mainstay in Mt. Airy. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Studio 2

Diner Culture, Food & Mood, Ghost Guns

N.J. is called the diner capital of the world but are these beloved institutions under threat? And, how the food we eat affects our mood.

Air Date: April 4, 2023 12:00 pm

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Teenagers are spending hours every day on social media apps like Instagram, Twitter and Snapchat.
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Bucks County sues social media giants, Phillies opening day, NPR’s Sylvia Poggioli

Baseball season is here again. Also, teens and screens: holding companies accountable for the mental health crisis. Plus, NPR’s Sylvia Poggioli joins us live.

Air Date: March 30, 2023 12:00 pm

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Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Pa. House Speaker, a Poker Champ on Quitting, Tick Season

Pa. House Speaker Joanna McClinton talks about her new leadership role, a former professional poker player shares quitting advice, and beware - ticks are out again.

Air Date: March 29, 2023 12:00 pm

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Workers at the Port Richmond Walmart roll more water to the store on Sunday, March 27.
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Health

Ep. 1: Safe Drinking Water, Delaware River Chemical Spill

Tap water in Philly is now safe to drink through Wednesday. Cherri and Avi also look at the top stories in the rest of the region.

Air Date: March 28, 2023 12:00 pm

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