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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.

Location:

Rochester, NY

Networks:

WXXI

Description:

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.

Language:

English


Episodes
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Gen Z relationships

11/15/2024
In the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Nov. 15, 2024, guest host Kseniya Kalaur and her guests explore why members of Gen Z are less likely to be in a relationship.

Duration:00:51:18

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AI in academia

11/15/2024
In the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Nov. 15, 2024, guest host Kseniya Kalaur talks with students and teachers about the role of AI in academics now and in the future.

Duration:00:51:29

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The benefits of practicing gratitude

11/14/2024
In the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Nov. 14, 2024, we talk with author Peter Lovenheim about his book “Gift Shop of Gratitude,” and the benefits of practicing gratitude.

Duration:00:51:53

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Plant-based burgers – a fad or the future?

11/14/2024
In the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Nov. 14, 2024, we discuss the decline in popularity of plant-based burgers and where the industry can go from here.

Duration:00:51:46

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How do young people learn financial skills?

11/13/2024
In the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Nov. 13, 2024, our guests discuss how to improve financial literacy education for young people.

Duration:00:51:33

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Local Democrats reflect on the presidential race

11/13/2024
In the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Nov. 13, 2024, we talk with local Democrats about where the Harris campaign failed and what lessons the party has learned.

Duration:00:51:19

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CITY’s “Food and Bev” issue

11/12/2024
In the second hour "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Nov. 12, 2024, we have our monthly sit down with the team from CITY Magazine to discuss their November "Food and Bev" issue.

Duration:00:52:10

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“Our Stories of Strength,” and how storytelling can be a path toward healing

11/12/2024
In the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Nov. 12, 2024, we discuss the "Our Stories of Strength" storytelling project with domestic violence educators and survivors.

Duration:00:51:39

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A local veteran opens up about his service

11/11/2024
In the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Nov. 11, 2024, we sit down with local veterans to reflect on their service experiences.

Duration:00:51:59

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Harvard professor Serhii Plokhy and members of RocMaidan on the defense of Ukraine

11/11/2024
In the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Nov. 11, 2024, we talk with historian Serhii Plokhy about how Donald Trump's election may change America's response to Russia's war on Ukraine.

Duration:00:51:07

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The state of the craft beer industry

11/8/2024
In the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Nov. 8, 2024, guest host Gino Fanelli speaks with local brewers about changes in the craft beer industry and plans for the future.

Duration:00:52:09

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Discussing Rochester’s proposed Good Cause bill

11/8/2024
In the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Nov. 8, 2024, guest host Gino Fanelli leads a discussion on proposed Good Cause eviction protections for renters.

Duration:00:51:09

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Election winners, part 3

11/7/2024
In the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Nov. 7, 2024, we continue talking with local winners of the 2024 election about their victories and vision for the future.

Duration:00:52:09

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Discussing the shift with the Hispanic male vote

11/7/2024
In the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Nov. 7, 2024, we analyze how Donald Trump was able to become the first Republican candidate to ever win the category of Hispanic males.

Duration:00:51:48

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Election night winners, part 2

11/6/2024
In the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Nov. 6, 2024, we continue our conversations with local election winners.

Duration:00:51:39

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Election night winners, part 1

11/6/2024
In the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Nov. 6, 2024, we speak with election winners and party leaders about the results of last night's elections.

Duration:00:51:53

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Interventions that can reduce political polarization and violence

11/5/2024
In the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Nov. 5, 2024, we learn about 23 interventions that research shows can reduce political polarization and decrease the risk of political violence.

Duration:00:51:36

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How should we react to early election results?

11/5/2024
In the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Nov. 5, 2024, data analyst Joseph Burgess explains poll herding and how to react to early vote counts.

Duration:00:49:38

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New tool designed to help inform undecided voters

11/4/2024
In the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Nov. 4, 2024, we talk with the creators of BallotWise, a new tool designed to help voters learn more about the candidates on their ballots.

Duration:00:51:44

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Teaching elections on campus

11/4/2024
In the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Nov. 4, 2024, we explore what students at Hobart and William Smith Colleges are learning about how politicians run their campaigns.

Duration:00:51:18