Studio 2

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.

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.

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?

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.

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

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.

The making of “Bucks County, USA”

Award-winning filmmakers Robert May and Barry Levinson join Studio 2 to discuss their new documentary series.

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?

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.

Boyz II Men on why solo careers are overrated

How has the legendary R&B group stayed in harmony for over thirty years?

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?

National politics roundup

We’re digging into all the top headlines with local commentators on either side of the aisle.

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.

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.

A new era in youth sports

Why is the youth sports industry booming? And how has privatization changed the culture on and off the field?

Measles outbreak in Pa.

The first measles-related deaths in Pennsylvania in 35 years were announced last week by Governor Josh Shapiro but they have sparked controversy.

The Philly bike race is back!

We unpack the significance of the return of the Philadelphia International Cycling Classic and unpack the behind-the-scenes story of how it happened.

Big Fix: Solutions for higher education

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

Live from the Pennsylvania Hospital Museum: 275 years of medicine

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.

Should we start worrying about the national debt?

America is now in the red for a whopping $40 trillion. How much should we be worried?