Coming up on Connections: Monday, February 12
First hour: New York City Council member Jumaane Williams Second hour: Maternal mortality and depression
View ArticleConnections: New York City Council member Jumaane Williams
Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul could face a new challenger for her seat – and he’s from her own party. New York City Council member Jumaane Williams is exploring a possible campaign. The Democrat...
View ArticleConnections: Maternal mortality and depression
New York is ranked 30th in the nation for the lowest maternal mortality rate, and Governor Cuomo is introducing efforts to drive down the number of maternal deaths. He's creating a Maternal Mortality...
View ArticleComing up on Connections: Tuesday, February 13
First hour: Filmmaker Mara Ahmed on borders and nationalism Second hour: The impact of the Red Wings in Rochester
View ArticleConnections: Filmmaker Mara Ahmed on borders and nationalism
A poll conducted in the aftermath of the Charlottesville rallies found that while few Americans will outwardly express support for white nationalism or racially-charged ideas, more than 30 percent say...
View ArticleConnections: The impact of the Red Wings in Rochester
The Red Wings are staying in Rochester. The county and the team announced a ten-year deal at a news conference on Monday. This comes as a relief to fans who were worried about the team’s future in...
View ArticleComing up on Connections: Wednesday, February 14
First hour: Community groups unite against racism Second hour: Understanding road diets
View ArticleConnections: Community groups unite against racism
A number of local groups are joining together to develop what they call a “united community response to Donald Trump’s hatred and racism.” The event will be led by Minister Franklin Florence Sr. We're...
View ArticleConnections: Understanding road diets
We’re talking about road diets. If you aren’t familiar with the term, it refers to reducing lanes or roads in order to minimize traffic accidents, reduce the amount of traffic, and create more space...
View ArticleComing up on Connections: Thursday, February 15
First hour: What's happening with photonics in Rochester? Second hour: Discussing the proposed changes to the SNAP program
View ArticleConnections: What's happening with photonics in Rochester?
Rochester is known for its work in optics and photonics, and now an accelerator program hopes to expand the next generation of technology in these areas. But what's happening with photonics...
View ArticleConnections: Discussing the proposed changes to the SNAP program
President Trump wants to reduce funding for food stamp programs and change the way the SNAP program works. Critics have called it the "Blue Apron of food stamps," arguing that people in poverty deserve...
View ArticleComing up on Connections: Friday, February 16
First hour: The language we use when talking about school shootings Second hour: Why we want to see classic TV shows rebooted
View ArticleConnections: The language we use when talking about school shootings
Yet another mass shooting has happened at an American school. The shooting in Parkland, Florida on Wednesday is one of the deadliest school shootings in modern U.S. history. The 19-year-old gunman...
View ArticleConnections: Why we want to see classic TV shows rebooted
Will & Grace is back with new episodes, and a Roseanne revival is set to premiere next month. Plus, there are rumors of a Seinfeld reboot. Fans of these shows are excited about them returning to...
View ArticleWeekend Connections: Week of February 12
Weekend Connections is a collection of some of the most noteworthy moments from the week on Connections with Evan Dawson. This episode includes conversations about: How local schools are protecting and...
View ArticleComing up on Connections: Monday, February 19
First hour: Special rebrodacast - Jeremy Richman on the impact of mass shootings on communities Second hour: BBC World Service presents remarkable stories of African American history
View ArticleComing up on Connections: Tuesday, February 20
First hour: What does it mean to be a modern, American Christian? Second hour: Should the voting age be changed to 16?
View ArticleConnections: What does it mean to be a modern, American Christian?
USA Today recently reported on the continuing support for President Trump among evangelical Christians. This comes a little more than a year after 81 percent of white evangelicals voted for Trump. Many...
View ArticleConnections: Should the voting age be changed to 16?
Should the voting age be lowered to 16? It’s a question that has resurfaced over the last few days, as students across the country have spoken out about gun legislation following the mass school...
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