Connections With Evan Dawson
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- Duration: 15:24:49
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Synopsis
WXXI's Evan Dawson talks about what matters to Rochester and the Finger Lakes on Connections, Every weekday from Noon-2 p.m. on WXXI-AM 1370, WRUR FM 88.5, and online at WXXINews.org.
Episodes
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Demond Meeks, primary candidate for New York State Assembly, District 137
12/06/2024 Duration: 23minIn the second half of the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, we're joined by Demond Meeks, primary candidate for New York State Assembly, District 137.
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Michael Geraci, primary candidate for Rochester City Court Judge
12/06/2024 Duration: 27minIn the first half of the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, we sit down with Michael Geraci, primary candidate for Rochester City Court Judge.
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Assemblymember Stephen Hawley on the 2024-2025 New York State budget
12/06/2024 Duration: 51minIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, we talk with Assemblymember Stephen Hawley about his takeaways from the new state budget, including funding for migrants, public safety, and more.
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Longtime WXXI Capitol Bureau Chief Karen DeWitt on her storied career
11/06/2024 Duration: 51minIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, we sit down with Karen DeWitt, Capitol Bureau Chief for WXXI News and New York Public News Network. She shares stories from her decades in Albany ahead of her upcoming retirement this month.
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How a new program is helping to make local culinary education more inclusive
10/06/2024 Duration: 51minIn the second hour of 'Connections with Evan Dawson" on Monday, June 10, 2024, we discuss New York Kitchen's Sous Chef Academy and how it is making culinary education accessible to adults with autism.
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Discussing Juneteenth and what we can learn about community from the Pythodd jazz club
10/06/2024 Duration: 51minIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Monday, June 10, 2024, we preview local Juneteenth events and discuss what we can learn about community and connection through the legendary Pythodd jazz club. Our guests also share their perspectives on gaps they see in representation and recognition at Rochester's International Jazz Festival.
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What's on the big screen this summer?
07/06/2024 Duration: 51minIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Friday, June 7, 2024, we preview upcoming summer movies and discuss the current challenges faced by the film industry.
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How to support refugees who now call the Rochester/Finger Lakes region home
07/06/2024 Duration: 51minIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Friday, June 7, 2024, we talk with local refugees about how best to support those that now call our area home.
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Joro spiders, spotted lanternflies: Understanding invasive pests in our area
06/06/2024 Duration: 52minIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Thursday, June 6, 2024, we sit down with local invasive species experts to discuss the latest news on invasive pests in our area and the impact they can have.
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Siena College Research Institute's Don Levy on how to recognize reliable political polls
06/06/2024 Duration: 23minIn the second half of the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Thursday, June 6, 2024, we talk with Siena College Research Institute's Don Levy about political polls and the differences between reliable and unreliable polls.
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U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand
06/06/2024 Duration: 27minIn the first half of the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Thursday, June 6, 2024, we talk with U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand about a range of issues, including the recent conviction of former President Donald Trump, the U.S. responses to the siege in Gaza and Russia's war on Ukraine, and the economy.
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Discussing lessons learned from the pandemic's effect on nursing homes
05/06/2024 Duration: 51minIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, we preview the film "Fire through Dry Grass," and speak with disability rights activists about the pandemic lockdown's effect on nursing homes.
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Exploring the new WXXI 'election hub'
05/06/2024 Duration: 49minIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, we sit down with WXXI News colleagues to discuss the new "election hub" and how it can best help voters understand the issues and candidates on their ballots.
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Exploring the risks and rewards of AI in the music industry
04/06/2024 Duration: 48minIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, we sit down with academics and musicians to discuss the pros and cons of advancements in AI when it comes to the music industry. *Note: Due to FCC rules for podcasts, we are unable to include the Randy Travis songs that were played during the live broadcast of the discussion. Therefore, you will hear some jump cuts in the recording.
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Author Sejal Shah on her new book, "How to Make Your Mother Cry: Fictions"
03/06/2024 Duration: 52minIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Monday, June 3, 2024, we sit down with author and Rochester native Sejal Shah to discuss her work and her new book, "How to Make Your Mother Cry: Fictions."
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Understanding weight loss medications, myths, and trends in the age of Ozempic
03/06/2024 Duration: 51minIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Monday, June 3, 2024, we discuss the science and efficacy of weight loss drugs. This conversation is a preview of the upcoming event, "Weighing the Options: Navigating Weight Loss Myths, Meds and Trends," at the Rochester Academy of Medicine.
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How bad is air travel for the environment? We talk climate change, flying, and what you can do now
31/05/2024 Duration: 51minJoin host Jasmin Singer as she explores the climate toll of airplanes.
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What's the future of green jobs? We discuss challenges and benefits of environmentally friendly work
31/05/2024 Duration: 51minJoin host Jasmin Singer as she explores the future of green jobs.
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Discussing CITY Magazine's June 2024 issue
30/05/2024 Duration: 52minIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Thursday, May 30, 2024, we preview the June issue of CITY Magazine. This month's theme is Rochester's legacy as the "Photo City."
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Assemblymember Demond Meeks on the 2024-2025 state budget
30/05/2024 Duration: 51minIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Thursday, May 30, 2024, we talk with Assemblymember Demond Meeks about his takeaways from the 2024-2025 New York State budget.