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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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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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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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When young people finish high school, they need to figure out what to do next. Growing up can be a daunting experience for everyone, but for people with disabilities, it can feel like arriving at a cliff. Exited explores this moment through the experiences of eight young people and their families as they search for a place to belong. It's a podcast about growing up and trying to find a place where you belong -- when you've been told your whole life that you're different.
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The Power of Forgiveness is WXXI's year-long initiative as part of a national community engagement initiative exploring the transforming power of love and forgiveness in our personal lives and communities. WXXI's Stories of Forgiveness (which air on Thursdays on WXXI-AM) as well as other special audio and video pieces are found in this podcast.
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Trust in media is undergoing a significant transformation, as recent findings reveal that Republicans and younger adults now place nearly equal trust in social media compared to traditional national news outlets. This shift, highlighted by a Pew Research survey, indicates a dramatic decline in trust among various demographic groups, including a dro…
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Trust in media is undergoing a significant transformation, with Republicans and young adults now showing nearly equal levels of trust in social media compared to national news outlets. This episode delves into the implications of this shift, revealing a striking decline in trust among Democrats as well, who have seen their faith in mainstream media…
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AI detection in schools is creating significant challenges for both educators and students, leading to a climate of paranoia and anxiety in classrooms. As professors grapple with machine-generated term papers, students are often wrongfully accused of cheating, even when utilizing benign tools like Grammarly. The situation is particularly difficult …
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AI detection in schools is creating a chaotic environment for both educators and students, leading to increased paranoia and anxiety in classrooms. Professors are grappling with machine-generated term papers, while students often find themselves wrongfully accused of AI cheating. This situation is particularly challenging for neurodivergent student…
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Bankrupt restaurants are making headlines as 2024 sees a surge in Chapter 11 filings, with chains like Red Lobster and Rubio's coastal grill leading the way. High labor costs, cash-strapped customers, and the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic are contributing to this challenging landscape, compounded by a potential economic slowdown. The p…
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Bankruptcies are on the rise in the restaurant industry, with chains like Red Lobster and Rubio's Coastal Grill leading the charge in 2024. High labor costs, financially strapped customers, and the lingering effects of the Covid pandemic are contributing to this troubling trend, alongside a potential economic slowdown. As James Brown discusses, thi…
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Nothing good happens after 09:00 p.m., and for many members of Gen Z, this mantra has taken on a new meaning as they embrace early bedtimes. James Brown discusses the notable trend of younger generations opting for sleep over nightlife, with reports indicating that many are heading to bed by 09:00 p.m. to ensure they get a full nine hours of rest. …
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Nothing good happens after 09:00 p.m., and this sentiment is gaining traction among the younger generation. James Brown explores the intriguing trend of Gen Z's early bedtimes, with many opting to turn in by 09:00 p.m. to ensure they get a full nine hours of sleep. This shift in sleep habits has led to changes in nightlife, with bars and venues ada…
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