Studio 2

Is a college degree worth it? More families are asking that question as tuition skyrockets.

Studio 2 is scrubbing in! 275 years after doors first opened, we’re hosting a special live remote broadcast from the nation’s very first chartered hospital.

Nearly half of 18-30-year-olds are living with their parents, pushed there by tough job market, soaring housing prices and the rising cost of everyday life.

Imagine having a robot around the house to do your daily chores. Well, for $20,000 you can take home Neo, a humanoid robot. But are human-like robots ready for primetime?

Cyber attacks against infrastructure are on the rise. Just how vulnerable are we to hacking?

We’re looking at how modern women are balancing life goals and fertility.

The Trump administration is proposing a sweeping overhaul of Head Start, the early childhood education program.

We’re talking to two local book lovers about top tier reads and how to fall back in love with literature.

No one likes getting stuck on hold or having to negotiate with a chatbot… and yet it feels harder and harder to avoid.

We talk about threats to election security, the erosion of voter confidence and what it takes to keep our elections free and fair.

Plastic is everywhere. Going “plastic-free” can be much easier said than done.

A whole new generation seems to be trading screens for binoculars and knitting needles. What’s behind the trend?

In this month’s Big Fix episode: the housing crisis. Flexible zoning, more vouchers, accessory dwelling units, YIMBYISM and more.

Get ready to go for a trip down green-slime memory lane as we celebrate the 40th anniversary of Double Dare.

After nearly a quarter of a century on the court, LeBron James wants to end his career wearing red white and blue.

How can we build a more resilient food safety system? What steps can consumers take to protect themselves at home?

We’re breaking down the biggest national stories with commentators from either side of the aisle.

American smoking rates have reached historic lows, but cigarettes are all over pop culture, as are nicotine products like vapes and pouches.

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?

Democratic socialists are on a winning streak in Pennsylvania, New York and Colorado but will the movement help or hurt Democrats chances in November?

In celebration of America’s big birthday, we’re spotlighting revolutionary people, places and events across our region.

E-bikes, e-scooters, and e-motos are all over our streets (and sometimes sidewalks). How are the rules of the road changing accordingly?

We unpack the final weeks of court rulings with two constitutional law scholars: birthright citizenship, transgender athlete bans, presidential firing power, and more

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.

Is patriotism about upholding the ideals of America’s founders? Is it blind allegiance to the country? Can you be deeply critical of the U.S and still be patriotic

As negotiators from the U.S. and Iran begin to hammer out a deal, what exactly is on the table? Who stands to win and lose?

The Supreme Court will soon hand down decisions on major cases like birthright citizenship, mail-in ballots, and transgender sports bans. What should we expect?

Why American consumers are tired of tipping and why many workers can’t get by without it.

New York Times investigative reporter Eric Lipton on the unprecedented ways in which President Trump is profiting from the presidency.

How much do democrats really care about questions of character for potential political leaders? And in an era of hyper-polarization… has the calculus changed?

With the nation’s birthday just around the corner, will the city’s infrastructure will hold up as well as the Declaration of Independence?

In a world with seemingly infinite competition for our time and attention, how do we decide what to prioritize?

Protests at Newark’s Delaney Hall are drawing public attention to conditions in ICE detention facilities.

As America’s billionaire class grows, some states and some in Congress are proposing a wealth tax. Polls show most Americans think the rich aren’t paying their fair share.

Kurt Vile’s latest album, an ode to his Philly roots, drops May 29. He joins Avi Wolfman-Arent to talk about his signature lo-fi, DIY, rock and roll sound.

The filmmakers behind a new PBS documentary share the stories of indigenous people, enslaved Africans, and other diverse communities that helped shape our nation.

Can we make technology safer and healthier for kids and teens? Do social media and phone bans actually work? And who should be responsible for setting the boundaries?

We’re hosting two political reporters to dig into fault lines in the GOP, debates over the future of the Democratic party, and rapidly evolving tensions abroad.

A linguistics expert on the history and complexity of accents and subtle social cues that underpin them. Plus, a fascinating look at 90s TV hits like Martin and Living Single.

In Our Missing Hearts, writer Celeste Ng meticulously crafts a near-future American dystopia, not far removed from the real world. It’s the ‘One Book, One Philadelphia’ pick.

It’s commencement speech season, when politicians, CEOs and celebrities impart words of wisdom to new graduates. What makes a speech resonate? How did this tradition evolve?

What do yesterday’s primary results signal about the current political landscape? We’re unpacking local and national results and looking ahead at the key races to come.

Why are so many Americans turning to influencers for medical advice? And which online health trends are truly backed by science?

According to a recent Gallup poll, 45% of Americans now consider themselves independent. What’s behind the rise?

In an uncertain economy with rising inflation, Americans are finding creative, even unorthodox ways to save money. Our experts share budgeting tips and tricks.

Why are patients stuck in the emergency department for days waiting on a hospital bed? We’re talking about the chronic overcrowding that is ailing American hospitals.

Inflation hit its highest level in three years — driven by surging costs for energy, food and housing, according to a Bureau of Labor Statistics report released Tuesday morning. Just a few days ago, the Trump administration declared an economic victory thanks to a stronger than expected jobs report. Still, the latest data shows prices rising faster than wage growth, and a new CNN poll showed President Trump at a career low approval rating on the economy. Those polled put much of the blame on the war in Iran, putting Republicans on the defensive heading into the midterms. Against that backdrop, the recent Supreme Court ruling weakening the Voting Rights Act has unleashed a new round of redistricting wars, with several southern states moving swiftly to break up minority-majority congressional districts that reliably vote Democratic. Locally, Pennsylvania is seen as key in the fight to control the House of Representatives, with four seats currently held by Republicans that Democrats think they can flip, including in Bucks County and the Lehigh Valley.  In Philadelphia, voters have their eyes on the heated 3rd Congressional District democratic primary, plus new immigration bills signed by Mayor Cherelle Parker.  On this hour of Studio 2, we get perspectives from both sides of the aisle about these headlines and more.

Who are the billionaires redrawing the maps of our media ecosystem? What will change if some of the biggest names in entertainment and news fall under the the same umbrella?

The New York Times Magazine released a list of the top 30 living American songwriters, from Taylor Swift, to Stevie Wonder, to Jay-Z. Who made the cut and who didn’t?

Soon, 1 in 3 incarcerated people will be over 50. But prisons are not equipped to handle the aging population. A new podcast by Studio 2’s Cherri Gregg explores this dilemma.