Connections: What is insider trading?
We explore what insider trading is, how it generally works, and how common it is. Congressman Chris Collins says he won't pursue reelection after being indicted, but he denies engaging in insider...
View ArticleConnections: Discussing the impact of funding cuts for Special Immigrant Visas
The Senate's approved Department of Defense budget does not include any Special Immigrant Visas. These are not visas or exemptions for families showing up at the southern border; these are visas for...
View ArticleComing up on Connections: Tuesday, August 14
First hour: Understanding the Violence Against Women Act Second hour: Interesting classes you'd like to take
View ArticleConnections: Understanding the Violence Against Women Act
The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) was signed into law in 1994 with bipartisan support. Co-authored by the late Louise Slaughter, it provides a national response to crimes like domestic violence,...
View ArticleConnections: Interesting classes you'd like to take
Did you take a class in high school or college that stood above the rest? One that was more fun, interesting, or unusual than the others? Maybe it was about silent film history with a live piano...
View ArticleComing up on Connections: Wednesday, August 15
First hour: Discussing LGBTQ representation in television and film Second hour: Understanding harmful algal blooms in the Finger Lakes
View ArticleConnections: Discussing LGBTQ representation in television and film
Disney recently announced that its new film, "Jungle Cruise," will feature the company's first openly gay character. The role will be played by Jack Whitehall, a British comedian who is straight. The...
View ArticleConnections: Understanding harmful algal blooms in the Finger Lakes
Residents in the Finger Lakes have been frustrated this summer by harmful blue-green algal blooms in the area's lakes. Beaches have been closed for swimming as scientists study the chemistry of the...
View ArticleComing up on Connections: Thursday, August 16
First hour: Candidates for the Rochester City School Board Second hour: Summer of Food - Where to grab a bite off the NYS Thruway
View ArticleConnections: Candidates for the Rochester City School Board
Three candidates are vying for two seats on the Rochester City School Board. Mental health expert Melanie Funchess and health worker Beatriz LeBron were appointed to the board in January, following the...
View ArticleConnections: Summer of Food - Where to grab a bite off the NYS Thruway
Our Summer of Food series continues with a conversation about...food! If you've ever taken a trip on the New York State Thruway, you know your dining options are rather limited at those Thruway rest...
View ArticleComing up on Connections: Friday, August 17
First hour: Discussing development along the former Inner Loop Second hour: Creativity as a "cure" for the midlife crisis
View ArticleConnections: Discussing development along the former Inner Loop
It has been almost four years since the First Fill Ceremony for the Inner Loop. Significant portions of the Inner Loop East Project have been completed, and Rochester residents are now seeing at-grade,...
View ArticleConnections: Creativity as a "cure" for the midlife crisis
A recent article in the New York Times is touting creativity as a new "cure" for the midlife crisis. The Times reports that creativity has emerged as a popular antidote for boredom and a way to find...
View ArticleWeekend Connections: Weeks of August 6 and 13
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: Pope Francis calling for a worldwide...
View ArticleComing up on Connections: Monday, August 20
First hour: Discussing toxic masculinity and football culture Second hour: The Seneca Park Zoo Society's Environmental Innovation Awards
View ArticleConnections: Discussing toxic masculinity and football culture
Following the death of University of Maryland offensive lineman Jordan McNair, several current players and people close to the football program are speaking out about what they describe as a toxic...
View ArticleConnections: The Seneca Park Zoo Society's Environmental Innovation Awards
The Seneca Park Zoo Society is honoring organizations and community members for their conservation and environmental efforts. The Zoo will host its inaugural Environmental Innovation Awards &...
View ArticleComing up on Connections: Tuesday, August 21
First hour: Discussing the changes at the Boy Scouts and the future of scouting Second hour: 2018 Seneca Falls Revisited: Women's Equality Conference, and 11th annual Sankofa Theatre Festival
View ArticleConnections: Discussing the changes at the Boy Scouts and the future of scouting
The Boy Scouts are making some changes to their organization, and the move has led to a debate. Starting in February, the Boy Scouts will welcome older girls and will drop the word “boy” from its...
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