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Evan Dawson talks about what matters to you on Connections. Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections. For transcripts, please email our Move to Include team with a link to the episode.
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More than 80 percent of public school teachers in the U.S. are white, and a WXXI News investigation has found that the disparity is much more severe in the Rochester, NY and Finger Lakes regions. Degrees of Diversity takes an in-depth look at diversity among local teaching staffs, and the steps, if any, the districts are taking to making their staffs better reflect their student population.
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Backstage Pass, a live radio series on Classical 91.5/90.3, is committed to highlighting performing artists in Rochester.
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I explore the big ideas that bring us together and meet the people who make them happen. Musings on news, life, and television. A few minutes a day, five days a week. Hosted by James Brown is an award winning journalist whose work has appeared on WXXI, PBS, NPR, BBC, and a slew of other places from sea to shining sea. He's the former host of USA TODAY's 5 Things, now The Excerpt. My work is proudly produced in Rochester, New York. My goal is to create a diverse array of projects in the style ...
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Musings on media, culture, and the modern condition. A few minutes a day, five days a week. Hosted by James Brown, an award-winning journalist whose work has appeared on WXXI, PBS, NPR, BBC, and a slew of other places from sea to shining sea. He's the former host of USA TODAY's 5 Things, now The Excerpt. Join James for sharp, witty commentary on the latest economic trends, social phenomena, and cultural shifts shaping our world. In just two minutes, 'Commentary from James Brown' breaks down ...
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Fungi are among the most powerful yet overlooked climate allies. From storing vast amounts of carbon underground to breaking down pollutants and replacing plastic, fungi could be key to restoring ecological balance in a warming world. This episode of "Environmental Connections" explores how mushrooms and mycelium are contributing to climate solutio…
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Why aren't more people driving electric vehicles?
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Despite increased gas prices and lower costs associated with buying an electric vehicle, drivers are still hesitant to make the switch. That’s due, in part, to charging anxiety: even though most daily trips are short, people still worry, 'what happens when you can’t find a plug?' A mandate from New York State that aims to have all new cars sold run…
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The Command of Stillness: Embracing Calm in Chaos
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The central theme of this podcast revolves around the imperative call to "be still," a directive that transcends mere physical stillness and embodies a profound surrender to the present moment. I reflect upon the wisdom imparted by my mother, highlighting how this command not only addressed my childhood restlessness but also takes on a deeper signi…
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The salient point articulated by the speaker centers on the imperative notion of stillness, a concept deeply intertwined with the complexities of human restlessness and introspection. He reflects on the profound wisdom imparted by his mother, encapsulated in the directive to "be still," which evolves from a childhood admonition against fidgeting in…
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A recent independent audit offered a scathing assessment of how RG&E has conducted its business. The audit concluded that the company puts corporate profits above customer service and demonstrates very little investment in the local community. But RG&E claims that the audit is out of date and ignores their efforts to make serious improvements over …
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Restorative justice and how local youth leaders are re-engaging their peers
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Local youth leaders are sharing their stories in an effort to help their peers. The Center for Youth has embarked on a new “Restoring Justice, Re-Engaging Youth” initiative in response to violence and other issues affecting young people in Rochester. The goal is to use restorative practices to connect youth back to school and community. This hour, …
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Foul Balls and Faulty Logic: The Wildest Excuse for a Head Hit!
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We’re diving into the wild world of blame culture in this episode, and let me tell you, it’s a doozy! Imagine this: a fan is suing the Colorado Rockies because their awful play supposedly made him lose focus and get hit by a foul ball. Yep, you heard that right! Now, we’re not just shaking our heads at this bizarre lawsuit; we’re also unpacking how…
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When Bad Baseball Gets Blamed – A Fan's Wild Lawsuit!
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Let’s dive into a wild ride of blame and baseball as we tackle the outrageous lawsuit against the Colorado Rockies! A fan is actually suing the team because he claims their abysmal performance made him not pay attention to the game—leading to a foul ball smacking him right in the head. Now, I mean, talk about a creative excuse! We're all for a litt…
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Three-time Tony Award winner Patti LuPone shocked the theater world with a series of incendiary remarks in an interview with the New Yorker. Some of LuPone's fans have responded with ambivalence, saying they love her work, even if they don't love... her. So how should art consumers consider the creator of the art? Where should the line be drawn? Is…
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Five years ago, AI was hardly a priority on higher ed campuses. Now it's becoming mandatory coursework. At the Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship in Rochester, students now take 12 credits of coding, analytics, and AI. And the institute will be launching a new AI and Business program. For students who don't want to learn AI, will th…
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The discourse presented by the speaker elucidates the profound transformation in consumer behavior, epitomized by the prevailing ethos of "buy me," which underscores a paradigm shift from ownership to temporary possession within a myriad of digital ecosystems. He articulates that the contemporary commercial landscape has evolved from a straightforw…
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Understanding the Fine Print: Ownership in the Digital Age
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The prevailing notion explored in this discourse centers on the contemporary paradigm of ownership, which has been markedly supplanted by a model wherein consumers increasingly find themselves ensnared in a web of subscriptions and licenses rather than possessing tangible assets. We elucidate how the simplicity of past transactions—wherein one coul…
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Disconnected from nature; how do we find ourselves?
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Shoes have obvious benefits — but how would our thinking change if we walked barefoot in the woods? Lyanda Lynn Haupt is the author of "Rooted: Life at the Crossroads of Science, Nature, and Spirit." She's coming to Rochester as a guest of the Western New York Land Conservancy. We discuss her feelings about the disconnect that many people feel: dis…
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Rochester City Council candidates in the Democratic primary, part 2
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We continue our series of conversations with candidates running in the Democratic primary for Rochester City Council. We've invited all of the candidates in that race to join us on the talk show to discuss their platforms and priorities and to answer questions from community members. This is part two in our series. In studio: Clifford Florence Jr.,…
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This podcast episode delves into the intricate dynamics of interpersonal relationships, emphasizing the paramount importance of effective communication. We explore how misunderstandings often stem from a lack of clarity and the necessity of active listening. By examining various scenarios, we elucidate the strategies that can enhance mutual underst…
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The Crumpled Dollar: A Manifesto of Economic Control
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The salient point articulated by Speaker A revolves around the profound and often unsettling realization that monetary wealth, represented by a simple piece of currency, exerts an inordinate influence over the fabric of human existence. Through a poignant reflection on a seemingly innocuous image of a crumpled dollar bill inscribed with a striking …
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Did you know that we might actually glow while we’re alive? Yep, you heard that right! In this episode, we dive into some fascinating research from Canada that reveals we emit a soft, almost invisible light called ultra-weak photon emission. It’s not just some wild fantasy or a metaphorical glow; it's a real phenomenon that radiates from our living…
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Are We Secretly Glowing? Discover the Light You Didn't Know You Had!
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Did you know that we actually glow while we’re alive? Yep, you heard that right! This episode dives into a fascinating new study from Canada that reveals we emit a soft, almost invisible light called ultra-weak photon emission. It's not just some sci-fi mumbo jumbo; it’s real science, folks! Picture this: as our cells do their thing, they radiate t…
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Local advocates with the Healthi Kids Initiative and Common Ground Health and New York State United Teachers went to Albany to rally for what they call the Right to Recess. While many school districts in the state require 20 minutes of recess for K–6 students, enforcement varies — and access to play is often shaped by race, income, and neighborhood…
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