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Black Mirror Season 7 28:30

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We're trying something different this week: a full post-show breakdown of every episode in the latest season of Black Mirror! Ari Romero is joined by Tudum's Black Mirror expert, Keisha Hatchett, to give you all the nuance, the insider commentary, and the details you might have missed in this incredible new season. Plus commentary from creator & showrunner Charlie Brooker! SPOILER ALERT: We're talking about the new season in detail and revealing key plot points. If you haven't watched yet, and you don't want to know what happens, turn back now! You can watch all seven seasons of Black Mirror now in your personalized virtual theater . Follow Netflix Podcasts and read more about Black Mirror on Tudum.com .…

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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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Why fun is serious business: science and joy of play 51:16

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How does play shape our minds and our bodies? And why do the experts say it's just as important for adults as it is for kids? Most importantly, how do we integrate it into our everyday lives? This hour, guest host Noelle Evans explores those questions. She talks about the science and joy of play with a panel of researchers and facilitators who say fun is serious business. Scott Eberle, former vice president of The Strong National Museum of Play and past editor of the American Journal of Play Stephen Demanchick, a licensed mental health counselor and registered play therapist-supervisor Keith Gomez, IMPROV coach and co-owner of the Focus Theater in Rochester…

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Revitalizing and preserving the Seneca language 51:03

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What does it take to preserve a language? It's a question Jamie Jacobs, a member of the Seneca Nation, has worked to answer over years. He has teamed up with university researchers to use technology to revive the Seneca language from historical texts written by Jesuit priests. Guest host Noelle Evans has reported extensively on his work. This hour, she and her guests explore the process of cultural preservation. In studio: Jamie Jacobs (Tonawanda Seneca, Turtle Clan), managing curator of the Rock Foundation collections at the Rochester Museum and Science Center Juliee Decker, professor and co-director of the cultural heritage imaging lab at Rochester Institute of Technology…

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Executive chef Kayjona Rogers on making her mark in the culinary arts 51:18

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Kayjona Rogers is the 28-year-old executive chef at Studio Lounge. It all began when a run-in with the law offered Rogers the opportunity to attend a Foodlink program. That program changed the course of her life. Her passion for the culinary arts reignited, Rogers started her own catering business, Taste of Kaye. From there, she made the move to Studio Lounge. As executive chef, she has increased kitchen revenue by 200%. This hour, guest host Racquel Stephen talks with Rogers about her path to running a kitchen, her philosophy on food, and her take on making her mark in the culinary arts. Our guests: Kayjona Rogers, executive chef at Studio Lounge Jessica Scannell, vice president of Career Empowerment Initiatives at Foodlink Chris Fantauzzo, co-owner of Studio Lounge…

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Local football coach Moe Jackson on his role both on and off the field 50:23

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Moe Jackson's football coaching career made headlines after he parted ways with Aquinas Institute in early March. Jackson led the football team to a Section V championship, but alleges that racial bias played a role in his termination. Less than a month later, he was hired by Vertus High School, a predominantly Black all-boys charter school, to lead their young football program. While his role at Aquinas was bringing the storied program to victory, at Vertus, it's also about nurturing young Black men. This hour guest host Racquel Stephen sits down with Coach Jackson to talk about his coaching philosophy, the value of mentorship, and what those relationships mean for both young people and the adults who support them. Our guests: Moe Jackson, football coach at Vertus Charter High School Maurice Rice, lead preceptor at Vertus Charter High School Yariel Madina, student at Vertus Charter High School Michael Rogers, student at Vertus Charter High School…

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A Pittsford couple's film, "Drop," hits the big screen 51:43

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Then in our second hour, a Pittsford couple is seeing their work on the big screen...and so is the rest of the country. The film "Drop" from Universal Pictures is in theaters across the nation. Its screenwriters are Jillian Jacobs and Chris Roach, who moved from Los Angeles to Pittsford in 2021. The thriller tells the story of a widowed mother named Violet whose date turns into a living nightmare. The title refers to digi-drops — or memes — that an unknown user is sending to Violet. Those drops become more and more threatening. Guest host Matt DeTurck sits down with Jacobs and Roach this hour to discuss their film, working with Hollywood, and what drew them to Rochester. Our guests: Jillian Jacobs, screenwriter for "Drop" Chris Roach, screenwriter for "Drop"…

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The ImageOut Film Festival and how it's responding to the current cultural landscape 51:06

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While LGBTQ+ arts and culture have received more mainstream visibility in recent years, the rapidly changing political climate has often shown a lack of support and, in some cases, outright aggression, towards individuals in these communities. As the ImageOut LGBTQ+ Film Festival prepares to present its annual spring screening of films and events from April 24-29, how is the festival pivoting its programming and mission in response to the current cultural landscape? From showcasing informative, visible, and representative stories, to also providing an entertaining escape, the organizers say the mission to present queer and trans stories, art, and culture is critically important to inform, educate, celebrate, and bring people together. Guest host Matt DeTurck leads this conversation with his guests: Michele Thornton, board chair for ImageOut Rick Porlier, programming co-chair for ImageOut Jennifer Tiexiera, co-director of "Speak" Guy Mossman, co-director of "Speak"…

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Preparing for the spring planting season 51:06

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Farmers and home gardeners alike are preparing for spring, but this year's planting season may come with challenges. From erratic weather caused by climate change to market and industry changes, there's a lot to consider. Our guests this hour explain those challenges and answer your questions about what and when to plant. Our guests: Nell Gardner, agronomist/forensic horticulturist and owner of Flower Fields Elizabeth Henderson, farmer and writer Petra Page-Mann, co-founder, friend, and neighbor of Fruition Seeds…

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Rochester's hot housing market isn't cooling down 50:46

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Local real estate experts say it's still very much a sellers' market. According to Zillow's Heat Index — which measures the balance of for-sale housing supply and demand — Rochester is the top sellers' market in the country, beating out San Jose and San Francisco. That's good news for sellers, but buyers are coming up short. Meanwhile, changes with the Trump administration's tariff policies are sending interest rates on a rollercoaster ride. What does this mean for the local market? What do you need to know if you're trying to buy or sell? When will the market cool down? We discuss it all with local agents: Lanie Bittner, associate real estate broker with RE/MAX Plus Angie Flack Brown, realtor with Keller Williams Realty Greater Rochester Mark Siwiec, broker/owner of Elysian Homes…

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A historic local winery gets ready to close 51:18

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Hunt Country Vineyards is one of the pioneering wineries of the Finger Lakes, and come 2026, it will cease to exist as a wine producer. The new generation of owners have made the painful decision to end the winery. Dozens of other Finger Lakes wineries will soon face similar decisions, as owners age out of the grinding work demands. Hunt Country will transition into other sustainable farming and business endeavors, and we discuss it with our guests: Suzanne Hunt, co-owner of Hunt County Vineyards Matt Kelly, co-owner of Hunt County Vineyards…

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Kilmar Abrego Garcia and the new deportation policy 50:47

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Kilmar Abrego Garcia was deported in error, and now is housed in a brutal prison in El Salvador. The Trump administration says it can't do anything to help him. Vice President JD Vance says that critics calling for Abrego Garcia's return will not be satisfied no matter what the administration does; Vance says the administration has to move quickly to facilitate the mass deportation that they promised voters. We discuss it with our guests: Jill Paperno, local attorney Irene Sanchez, executive director of WNY Coalition of Farmworkers Serving Agencies, Inc. Don Thompson, constitutional attorney…

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The 2025 'Dirty Dozen' and other recycling tips 51:05

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Can you name the 2025 "Dirty Dozen?" In the Monroe County Department of Environmental Services (DES), the term refers to the 12 items that cannot be thrown in your curbside recycling. While county recycling leaders say Monroe County has been ranked among the best municipalities for recycling in the U.S., one in 10 items placed in residents' recycling bins shouldn't be there. This hour, we're joined by the DES team to explore the state of county recycling efforts and what you need to know. Our guests: Mike Garland, director of the Monroe County Department of Environmental Services Tina Stevens, education coordinator for the Monroe County Department of Environmental Services…

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Afghan refugees in limbo: what's next for allies who served the U.S. military? 50:46

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Trump administration policies have left about 40,000 Afghan refugees who served the U.S. military in limbo. The Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) program has been paused under Trump's executive order, leaving Afghan allies as targets of the Taliban. In Rochester, the nonprofit Keeping Our Promise has expedited its work to resettle refugees, but that work grows more difficult by the day. This hour, we discuss the state of the SIV program and how it's affecting Afghan refugees who were approved to come to Rochester. Our guests: Ellen Smith, executive director of Keeping Our Promise Stephen Cady, veteran and volunteer with Keeping Our Promise Z.K., IT engineer…

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Director and producer Lynn Novick on visual storytelling and "The U.S. and the Holocaust" 51:19

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Documentary producer Lynn Novick is known for her work on a number of projects that have aired on PBS. In 2017, she and filmmaker Ken Burns were guests on "Connections" discussing their series, "The Vietnam War." This hour, she returns to the program to talk about "The U.S. and the Holocaust" series. Novick will be in Rochester for an event with Monroe Community College, but first, she joins us on "Connections" to explore the power of visual storytelling. Our guest: Lynn Novick, director and producer of "The U.S. and the Holocaust"…

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Local doctors on the measles outbreak and getting parents accurate information about children's health 50:49

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The measles outbreak in the southern United States has caused multiple deaths, marking the first measles fatalities in this country in years. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has sent mixed messages on vaccination and preventive care. In addition, Kennedy has been wrong about how vaccines are tested in children. We talk to local doctors about the best way to care for kids and keep them safe. Our guests: Elizabeth Murray, D.O., associate professor of clinical emergency medicine at the University of Rochester Medical Center, and director of child health and safety communications for Golisano Children's Hospital Justin Rosati, M.D., assistant professor of neurology at the University of Rochester Medical Center…

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Kennedy Center changes affect the music and art world 51:44

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When President Trump installed himself at the head of the Kennedy Center board, he promised less “wokeness” on stage. Musicians and artists have debated whether to keep their 2025 bookings, knowing they won’t be invited back next year. Our colleagues from Classical 91.5 look at the history of government control of the arts. Steve Johnson, Ph.D., midday host/announcer for Classical 91.5 FM Mona Seghatoleslami, music director, host and producer for Classical 91.5 FM Sara Gazarek, associate professor of jazz voice at the Eastman School of Music…

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How teachers are approaching current events 50:58

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It’s spring break, and we’ve invited local teachers to come in and discuss how they’re approaching issues related to politics and current events in the classroom. Are classes more politically charged? Are students more engaged? Or more tuned out? Evvy Fanning, high school English teacher Dan Hart, 9th grade literacy teacher at East Upper School…

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New play explores native identity in modern America 51:22

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A new play at Geva Theatre asks whether Pure Native is a clever name for new bottled water with Haudenosaunee connections...or if it's purely exploitative. The show could push audiences to examine what they stand for, and what selling out really means. And for populations who have been abused, where is the line? Is it different? Our guests discuss it with Evan and co-host Eric Grode . In studio: Vickie Ramirez (Tuscarora), playwright of "Pure Native" Ansley Jemison (Seneca Nation, Wolf Clan), cultural liaison at Ganondagan State Historic Site and cultural consultant on "Pure Native" Eron Damercy, director of connectivity for Geva Theatre…

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Marking the bicentennial of the Erie Canal 51:10

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How would the Rochester region have developed differently without the Erie Canal? This year marks the canal's bicentennial, and a number of events are planned. Modern life has changed the canal from economic engine to a multi-use resource. Enthusiasts say more New Yorkers should use it. This hour, Evan and co-host Eric Grode explore the history of the canal, its significance to the region, and how it helped Rochester become the city it is today. Our guests: Mark S. Ferrara, professor of English at SUNY Oneonta and author of "The Raging Erie: Life and Labor Along the Erie Canal" Christine L. Ridarsky, historian for Rochester and Monroe County Patrick Russell-Walsh, executive director of Corn Hill Waterfront and Navigation Foundation Nate Harrington, senior in the Magazine, News, and Digital Journalism program at Syracuse University and project coordinator for "Unlocking New York"…

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Local small business owners on the possible effects of President Trump's tariffs 51:08

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Then in our second hour, after the markets plunged over multiple days, President Trump announced Wednesday that he is pausing some of his administration's tariffs. The pause for most countries is expected to last 90 days, but the tariffs on China remain. As reported by NPR, most countries will be left with 10% tariffs on their exports; China will face 125% tariffs. We check in with small business owners from a variety of sectors to hear how the tariffs will — or could — affect their businesses in a positive or negative way. Kevin Schulte, CEO of GreenSpark Solar Art Rogers, owner and chef of Lento Rory Van Grol, owner and operator of Ugly Duck Coffee…

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RCSD Board President Camille Simmons on the new superintendent and the latest with the district 50:58

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The Rochester City School District will welcome a new superintendent in July. Eric Jay Rosser was elected to the job by a four to two vote by the board of education. We've invited all seven commissioners to join the program to share their perspectives on the hire. This hour, we sit down with RCSD Board President Camille Simmons. The new superintendent is just one of the reasons the district has been in the headlines in recent weeks. We talk with Simmons about a number of issues, including school safety, student mental health, the district's proposed budget, and more. Camille Simmons, president of the Rochester Board of Education…

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How geothermal could transform development for the Inner Loop area 50:59

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"The houses, offices and businesses that might one day populate what is today the Inner Loop highway could tap into a massive geothermal field rivaling the largest systems of its type in New York." That's according to reporting by WXXI's Gino Fanelli. Geothermal energy uses heat from the earth's crust as a source of heating and cooling; it's more climate-friendly than fossil fuels. Rochester City Council has approved funding to study the potential project. This hour, we talk through what the work would entail, the costs and benefits, and — if approved — what the project would mean for developing the area. Our guests: Gino Fanelli, investigations and City Hall reporter for WXXI News Mitch Gruber, member of Rochester City Council John M. Duchesneau, general manager of Rochester District Heating Cooperative Ryan Macauley, chief financial officer for Rochester District Heating Cooperative Bill Coe, vice president of EMCOR Services Betlem…

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Translating ancient literature for the modern world 50:34

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In an age where attention spans are decreasing and reliance on digital media is becoming increasingly prevalent, how do scholars make historic sources accessible to audiences today? Sarah Ruden is a leading translator of ancient literature. Her work includes translations of the Gospels, the "Aeneid," and more. She'll be a guest of SUNY Brockport on Wednesday, but first, she joins us on "Connections" to discuss her process and its significance. Our guest: Sarah Ruden, author and translator…

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New York's birds of prey are at risk, but you can help 51:18

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Bald eagles and peregrine falcons in New York State are in danger. As reported by WXXI's Veronica Volk, both species were pushed to the brink of extinction by habitat loss and the pesticide DDT. Thanks to conservation efforts in recent years, their populations have grown, but eagles and falcons are still at risk. Some of the birds could be in your own backyard. This hour, our guests help us understand the threats facing local birds of prey and how humans are helping or hindering their survival. Our guests: Veronica Volk, senior producer and editor for WXXI News Amy Mahar, biologist in the Bureau of Wildlife for the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation June Summers, president of the Genesee Valley Audubon Society…

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Following a corrections officers' strike and a staffing crisis, what's next for prison reform in New York State? 51:09

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Prison reform is back in the headlines in New York State, following a massive strike by corrections officers. The wildcat strike began on February 17, with thousands of corrections officers at more than forty state prisons walking off the job. Officers protested working conditions for nearly a month before more than 2,000 were fired for not returning to work. As reported by Capitol News Bureau reporter Jeongyoon Han, the strike exacerbated staffing shortages in prisons and has ignited debate over the Humane Alternatives to Long-Term Solitary Confinement — or HALT — Act. Governor Kathy Hochul has proposed new reforms; the ideas have been met with mixed reviews. This hour, we explore the state of prison reform in New York. Our guests: Jeongyoon Han, Capitol News Bureau reporter for the New York Public News Network Jennifer Scaife, executive director of the Correctional Association of New York Michael Stamp, corrections officer…

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Trump promises tariffs are here to stay 51:14

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On Sunday, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that last week's market dive is an aberration, and there's no reason to expect a recession is coming. But the reality is that U.S. stocks are coming off one of the worst weeks in market history, and the president is determined to press forward with tariffs. The White House says the tariffs might inspire some temporary pain while sparking a manufacturing Renaissance. Our guests discuss it: Amit Batabyal, Ph.D., distinguished professor and the Arthur J. Gosnell Professor of Economics at RIT George Conboy, chairman of Brighton Securities…

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Weekend protests rally support for opposition to Trump administration policies 51:19

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"Hands Off" protest organizers expected maybe a thousand people in Rochester; they got more than 3,000. In the Finger Lakes, roadside rallies expected to draw a dozen, attracted hundreds. The nation's capital saw an estimated 30,000 demonstrators — triple the expected turnout. But even some of the demonstrators disagreed on what the purpose was: galvanize a movement? Attract Trump voters? Persuade fence sitters? Our guests attended the local events this weekend and discuss them. Connor Jane O'Brien, organizer for the Rochester "Hands Off" rally Scott Fearing, LGBTQ+ safe space coordinator at the University of Rochester Chris Thompson, engineer and activist Don Thompson, constitutional attorney…

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Gateways Music Festival returns 51:21

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In the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 4/4/25, co-host Patrick Hosken joins Evan for a preview of the Gateways Music Festival and a discussion about diversity in classical music.

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CITY Magazine's 'Earth Issue' 50:55

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In the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 4/4/25, co-host Leah Stacy joins Evan for a discussion about this month's edition of CITY Magazine, the "Earth Issue."

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Will federal actions affect local libraries and museums? 51:31

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In the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on April 3, 2025, we discuss the ramifications of Trump's dismantling of the Institute of Museum and Library Services on local institutions.

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How Pittsford is responding to the housing crisis 51:08

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In the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on April 3, 2025, members of the Pittsford Town Board join us to discuss efforts to ease the housing shortage after updating zoning codes.

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