Coming up on Connections: Friday, September 30th
First hour: The African American vote in 2016 Second hour: Examining the final proposal for Rochester's Parcel 5
View ArticleConnections: The African American Vote In 2016
President Obama said recently that he'll consider it an "insult" to his legacy if black voters don't turn out in large numbers in November. Right on cue, Colgate Rochester Divinity's fall lecture...
View ArticleConnections: Examining The Final Proposal For Rochester's Parcel 5
We explore the plans behind the final proposal for Rochester's highly sought "Parcel 5." The previous three plans include a performing arts center; a public square that is largely green space; and a...
View ArticleWeekend Connections: Week Of September 26th
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: Increasing diversity in careers...
View ArticleComing Up On Connections: Monday, October 3rd
First hour: Fashion Week returns Second hour: Former GOP Congressman Bob Inglis on how conservatives can learn to embrace climate science
View ArticleConnections: Fashion Week Returns
Fashion Week is coming back to Rochester, but the event is about more than just fashion. We talk about the ways the event helps people in need in our community, and we share some remarkable stories...
View ArticleConnections: Monthly Science Roundtable - Former GOP Congressman Bob Inglis...
Our Monthly Science Roundtable takes a look at why conservatives tend not to accept the science behind climate change. Our guest is perfectly suited to explain: Bob Inglis is a conservative Republican...
View ArticleComing Up On Connections: Tuesday, October 4th
First hour: David Moore, director of the Monroe County Office of Public Integrity Second hour: Should students take a knee during the national anthem?
View ArticleConnections: David Moore, Director Of The Monroe County Office Of Public...
We sit down with David Moore, the new director of the Office of Public Integrity for Monroe County. Moore was hired after a national search. He's had a long career in policing, but now he becomes a...
View ArticleConnections: Should Students Take A Knee During The National Anthem?
Students in Rochester have followed the national lead set by San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick, who has protested recent police shootings of African Americans by taking a knee during the...
View ArticleComing Up On Connections: Wednesday, October 5th
First hour: Filmmaker Ken Burns on race in America Second hour: PittsFORWARD responds to white supremacist fliers
View ArticleConnections: Filmmaker Ken Burns On Race In America
Ken Burns, the award-winning filmmaker, joins us to discuss a range of subjects. We talk about his latest work, and we preview his visit to the University of Rochester later this week. Burns has been...
View ArticleConnections: PittsFORWARD Responds To White Supremacist Fliers
We still don't know who dropped white supremacist fliers on Pittsford driveways in recent days, but the community has responded vehemently against it. An organization calling itself "PittsFORWARD" put...
View ArticleComing Up On Connections: Thursday, October 6th
First hour: Voting rights for people with felony records Second hour: Congressional candidate John Plumb; U.S. Senate candidate Alex Merced
View ArticleConnections: Voting Rights For People With Felony Records
As the election draws near, we discuss voting rights and disenfranchised voters, particularly people with felony records. Two states, Maine and Vermont, allow someone with a felony conviction to vote...
View ArticleCongressional Candidate John Plumb; U.S. Senate Candidate Alex Merced
We're joined by John Plumb, the democratic candidate for New York's 23rd congressional district. He's running against incumbent Tom Reed. We talk to Plumb about his background, his platform, and why...
View ArticleComing Up On Connections: Friday, October 7th
First hour: Arshay Cooper and how rowing can change the lives of urban youth Second hour: Should newspapers endorse political candidates?
View ArticleConnections: Arshay Cooper And How Rowing Can Change The Lives Of Urban Youth
We talk to Arshay Cooper, an author, chef, and motivational speaker who has dedicated his life to keeping young people off the street. Cooper grew up on the Westside of Chicago and was raised by a...
View ArticleConnections: Should Newspapers Endorse Political Candidates?
Should newspapers make political endorsements? While endorsing candidates has been a long-held tradition for many newspapers, this year’s presidential election has reignited the debate about the role...
View ArticleWeekend Connections: Week Of October 3rd
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: Race relations in America, with...
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