Connections Podcast
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Episodes
What does it mean to be an ethical coffee consumer?
April 07, 2023 18:33 - 51 minutes - 71.1 MBIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Friday, April 7, 2023,
Previewing next year's total solar eclipse
April 07, 2023 18:28 - 52 minutes - 72.1 MBIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Friday, April 7, 2023, our guests preview events surrounding next year's total solar eclipse.
Is there a viable plan for a green energy transition?
April 06, 2023 18:28 - 52 minutes - 71.6 MBIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Thursday, April 6, 2023, our guests discuss the scalability of a green energy future.
Scientist Bruce Reisch on how can growers withstand climate change
April 06, 2023 18:17 - 51 minutes - 70.6 MBIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Thursday, April 6, 2023, we talk with Bruce Reisch about how growers can withstand climate change in the Finger Lakes.
NYS Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli on reviewing New York nursing homes following the pandemic scandal
April 05, 2023 19:25 - 51 minutes - 71.2 MBIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, our guests discuss the New York State Comptroller's Office's plan to conduct a follow-up review of the 2022 audit related to nursing home deaths during the pandemic.
Discussing the implications of former President Trump's indictment
April 05, 2023 19:24 - 51 minutes - 70.7 MBIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, University of Rochester political science professor Lawrence Rothenberg discusses the implications of former President Donald Trump's indictment.
2018 NYS Teacher of the Year Christopher Albrecht on connecting students to the world outside the classroom
April 04, 2023 18:55 - 51 minutes - 71.1 MBIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, the 2018 New York State Teacher of the Year, Christopher Albrecht, joins us to discuss his work with the National Park Service and how he connects it to the classroom.
Discussing the American Academy of Pediatrics' new obesity guidelines
April 04, 2023 18:49 - 51 minutes - 71.1 MBIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, our guests discuss the American Academy of Pediatrics' new obesity guidelines.
Why is there a push to reduce phosphorus levels in the environment?
April 03, 2023 18:32 - 51 minutes - 71.2 MBIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Monday, April 3, 2023, our guests discuss the impact of phosphorus in the environment and why there is a push to reduce levels of the nutrient on land and in water.
Local teachers on how their profession has changed in recent years
April 03, 2023 18:22 - 52 minutes - 71.6 MBIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Monday, April 3, 2023, our guests discuss challenges faced by teachers and why the profession has declined in popularity in recent years.
Discussing issues affecting the transgender community in 2023
March 31, 2023 18:48 - 52 minutes - 71.6 MBIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Friday, March 31, 2023, our guests discuss the International Transgender Day of Visibility and issues affecting the transgender community in 2023.
Should there be a pause in the development of artificial intelligence?
March 31, 2023 18:46 - 51 minutes - 71 MBIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Friday, March 31, 2023, our guests discuss if there should be a pause in the development of artificial intelligence (AI).
Leah Stacy, incoming editor of CITY Magazine
March 30, 2023 18:27 - 51 minutes - 71 MBIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Thursday, March 30, 2023, we talk with the incoming editor of CITY Magazine, Leah Stacy.
Should Americans be having more sex?
March 30, 2023 18:22 - 51 minutes - 70.6 MBIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Thursday, March 30, 2023, our guests discuss a recent op-ed in the New York Times that argues Americans should be having more sex.
Discussing barriers to mental health care in rural areas
March 29, 2023 18:44 - 51 minutes - 71.2 MBIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, our guests discuss how to improve access to mental health care in rural areas.
How new research is unlocking secrets about Beethoven's life
March 29, 2023 18:44 - 51 minutes - 70.9 MBIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, our guests discuss new research that has unlocked secrets about Ludwig van Beethoven's life.
Reactions to the attack on author Salman Rushdie
August 15, 2022 18:28 - 52 minutes - 71.5 MBIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Monday, August 15, 2022, writers and members of the literary community discuss the attack on author Salman Rushdie.
Discussing the impact of the recently-passed Inflation Reduction Act
August 15, 2022 18:22 - 51 minutes - 70.7 MBIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Monday, August 15, 2022, clean energy activists discuss the impact the Inflation Reduction Act will have on climate change mitigation.
Winners of the Gandhi Institute's Youth Healing Hate grants
August 11, 2022 18:25 - 51 minutes - 70.8 MBIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Thursday, August 11, 2022, guests discuss how local young people are working to promote peace in the community through the Gandhi Institute's Youth Healing Hate grants.
What will it truly mean to be "pro-life" after abortion is banned in many American states?
August 11, 2022 18:23 - 51 minutes - 70.7 MBIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Thursday, August 11, 2022, guests discuss what being "pro-life" means in the U.S. after abortion is banned in many states.
Congressman Joe Morelle
August 10, 2022 19:17 - 52 minutes - 71.5 MBIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Wednesday, August 10, 2022, Congressman Joe Morelle discusses a number of issues and updates from Washington, including the overturning of Roe v. Wade, gun reform, funding for Ukraine, and more.
Tom Golisano on his new book, "The Italian Kid Did It: How I Turned $3K into $44B and Achieved the American Dream"
August 10, 2022 19:15 - 51 minutes - 71.2 MBIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Wednesday, August 10, 2022, philanthropist and Paychex founder Tom Golisano discusses his new book, "The Italian Kid Did It: How I Turned $3K into $44B and Achieved the American Dream."
Journalist Nancy French on empathy and forgiveness
August 09, 2022 20:03 - 51 minutes - 71.2 MBIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Tuesday, August 9, 2022, journalist and author Nancy French discusses the value of empathy and forgiveness.
Discussing the new 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
August 09, 2022 20:03 - 51 minutes - 70.9 MBIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Tuesday, August 9, 2022, guests discuss the new 988 hotline for mental health crises.
People and organizations making positive change in Rochester, part 6
August 08, 2022 18:22 - 51 minutes - 70.7 MBIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Monday, August 8, 2022, we feature a group of people and organizations making positive change in the region.
What becomes of the office space that used to belong to Rochester's so-called Big Three?
August 08, 2022 18:21 - 51 minutes - 70.5 MBIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Monday, August 8, 2022, guests discuss how businesses in Innovation Square are bringing new life to the old Xerox Tower.
Lessons from "The Jetsons"
August 05, 2022 19:41 - 51 minutes - 70.9 MBIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Friday, August 5, 2022, guests discuss the television show, "The Jetsons," and its impact on Americans' views of the future.
Discussing the leadership change at Hobart and William Smith Colleges
August 05, 2022 18:31 - 51 minutes - 70.4 MBIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Friday, August 5, 2022, returning Hobart and William Smith Colleges President Mark Gearan and former President Joyce Jacobsen discuss the state of the colleges.
What is the best way to compensate restaurant workers?
August 04, 2022 18:32 - 51 minutes - 71.3 MBIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Thursday, August 4, 2022, restaurant staff discuss different models for paying and tipping workers.
Discussing Justin Murphy's Tree Stories project
August 04, 2022 18:18 - 52 minutes - 72.6 MBIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Thursday, August 4, 2022, we talk all things trees with Democrat and Chronicle reporter Justin Murphy and tree experts.
PlayROCs Your Neighborhood, and how to create safe and accessible play spaces for kids
August 03, 2022 18:34 - 51 minutes - 70.5 MBIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Wednesday, August 3, 2022,
Members of the Greece Ecumenical Leadership Team on why their churches oppose Roe v. Wade being overturned
August 03, 2022 18:33 - 50 minutes - 69.8 MBIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Wednesday, August 3, 2022, pastors from two churches in Greece, discuss why the Greece Ecumenical Leadership Team disagrees with the SCOTUS decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Discussing the new Forward Party
August 02, 2022 18:20 - 51 minutes - 71.2 MBIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Tuesday, August 2, 2022, guests discuss the newly formed Forward Party and its political goals.
Marv Stepherson on how to create a community where people respect police
August 02, 2022 18:19 - 51 minutes - 70.3 MBIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Tuesday, August 2, 2022, retired police sergeant Marv Stepherson discusses policing and how to improve police-community relations.
The debate over who should lead the Monroe County Public Defender's Office
July 29, 2022 18:13 - 51 minutes - 71.2 MBIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Friday, July 29, 2022, guests discuss the current debate over who should lead the Monroe County Public Defender's Office.
Should New York State delay school start times?
July 29, 2022 18:11 - 51 minutes - 70.2 MBIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Friday, July 29, 2022, our guests make their case for delaying school start times.
How will augmented reality affect our lives?
July 28, 2022 18:23 - 51 minutes - 70.7 MBIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Thursday, July 28, 2022, our guest discusses how augmented reality could affect our lives. We ask, do you want this kind of future?
Understanding the monkeypox virus
July 28, 2022 17:55 - 51 minutes - 70.3 MBIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Thursday, July 28, 2022, local physicians explain the monkeypox virus and answer your questions.
Discussing New York State's proposed Fashion Act
July 27, 2022 18:17 - 51 minutes - 71.2 MBIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Wednesday, July 27, 2022, guests discuss proposed state legislation that would require major apparel and footwear retailers to comply with certain ethical standards.
Discussing the impact of Joni Mitchell's music
July 27, 2022 03:03 - 42 minutes - 58 MBIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Tuesday, July 26, 2022, Joni Mitchell fans discuss the impact of her music, following her surprise performance at the Newport Folk Festival on Sunday.
Planned Parenthood on how the overturning of Roe v. Wade has affected services
July 26, 2022 18:18 - 51 minutes - 70.8 MBIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Tuesday, July 26, 2022, guests discuss how the SCOTUS decision to overturn Roe v. Wade will impact abortion services in this country.
Jill Paperno on criminal justice reform
July 25, 2022 18:31 - 52 minutes - 71.6 MBIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Monday, July 25, 2022, former Monroe County Public Defender Jill Paperno discusses how charges work in the criminal justice system. The conversation comes on the heels of a man causing a disturbance onstage with gubernatorial candidate Lee Zeldin.
Justin Morris on violence prevention in Rochester
July 25, 2022 18:28 - 51 minutes - 70.8 MBIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Monday, July 25, 2022, gun violence prevention activist Justin Morris shares his insight on the violence in Rochester and what should be done to curb it.
Discussing Thursday night's fatal shooting of an RPD officer
July 22, 2022 18:27 - 52 minutes - 72.1 MBIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Friday, July 22, 2022, guests discuss the Thursday night shooting in Rochester that killed an RPD officer.
The costs and benefits of peacekeeping deals for Ukraine
July 22, 2022 18:20 - 51 minutes - 70.7 MBIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Friday, July 22, 2022, guests discuss the costs and benefits of peace deals for Ukraine.
The case for moving back to your hometown
July 21, 2022 18:21 - 51 minutes - 71.3 MBIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Thursday, July 21, 2022, Western New York natives share what brought them back to the region after living elsewhere.
Meteorologists on the importance of clear communication with the public
July 21, 2022 18:20 - 51 minutes - 70.4 MBIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Thursday, July 21, 2022, two local meteorologists discuss how they communicate with the public about climate change.
What is the new "COVID normal?"
July 20, 2022 18:15 - 51 minutes - 70.8 MBIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Wednesday, July 20, 2022, Dr. Angela Branche and Dr. Ed Walsh discuss the current state of coronavirus infectivity.
Monroe County Legislators on active shooter preparedness training
July 20, 2022 18:12 - 51 minutes - 70.5 MBIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Wednesday, July 20, 2022, Monroe County Legislators and community members discuss their thoughts on the now-cancelled ReAwaken America tour stop in Rochester, as well as active shooter preparedness training.
Previewing the documentary, "Outta the Muck"
July 19, 2022 18:16 - 51 minutes - 71.4 MBIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Tuesday, July 19, 2022, guests preview the documentary, "Outta the Muck," which tells the story of one Florida family's journey of rising above tragedy to create their own narrative of Black achievement.