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Connections Podcast

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Rochester
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Rochester, New York
Rochester, United States
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Medicaid

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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Septimus Scott
Graduate of the 2023 African American Leadership Development Program
Leader in community boards (ALDP graduate)
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Rissa the Writer
Indie artist with a lifelong passion for music
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Episode: Who are the greatest living American songwriters?
Dave Chisholm
Graphic novelist and musician with a focus on songwriting and jazz trumpet
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Anna Reguero
Founding editor of Rochester Overture; arts critic, journalist, and music historian
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Laurie Broccolo
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Host

Evan Dawson
Host of the program; longtime journalist and community interviewer with WXXI News.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 165 ratings
  • So glad I tuned in

    I started listening to Connections when someone I knew was featured on an episode and was struck by how great and informative the show is. Evan is an excellent host, who leads an engaging conversation while also giving his guests room to share their expertise. The topics are super informative, and I appreciate how such a fascinating show comes together so often. Upstate NY (and the worldwide listeners of the podcast) is lucky to have a show like this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    XCaitlin
    United States2 years ago
  • So informative!

    Love listening to Connections with Evan Dawson! Such a wide variety of topics and Evan is a great interviewer. He, obviously, knows the topic well, asks interesting questions, and presents all points of view.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Limabean62
    United States3 years ago
  • We’ll researched level headed

    A real treat of living in Rochester is this wxxi broadcast. Dawson provides a very thorough and level headed daily conversation about local issues and national news with regional impact. I really do look forward to it every day. Rational, practical, and most importantly, honest reporting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Angryamygdala
    United States5 years ago
  • Great for the Greater Rochester area

    Great podcast for people in the Greater Rochester area. Covers a wide range of local issues and their connections to national and international issues.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brady N. F.
    United States5 years ago
  • Thoughtful and informative

    Simply the best podcast in Rochester. A wide range of topics all covered in a thoughtful informative way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kmppluck
    United States6 years ago

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The host is commended for asking thoughtful questions and ensuring guests' voices come through.
Audience appreciates a broad range of topics from education to infrastructure to health.
The show is seen as a reliable source for nuanced discussions on Rochester issues.
Guests consistently praised for expertise and clear, respectful moderation.
Listeners note the show provides practical takeaways and strong local relevance.

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Scott Comegys points to incentives for developers, modular housing, and aggressive redevelopment of zombie properties, plus cross-party collaboration to increase housing density and replace aging infrastructure.
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It groups material thematically rather than chronologically, allowing readers to see how comedy shapes perception, national identity, and social conversations across different eras.
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Q: What goes through your mind when you have to tell someone their item is a fake?
They aim to deliver education and context, avoiding harshness while clearly explaining the authenticity indicators and provenance that negate the item's value claim.
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Q: How do you decide which appraisers to bring on for Roadshow?
They have a vetting process, with PBS trust as a baseline; openings are filled by appraisers with squeaky-clean reputations and strong expertise, then the best fit is chosen for each table.
Danielle Ponder on her new song, 'Power'
Q: Where do you want people to find Power, and what should they do with it after hearing it?
Power is on all streaming platforms and YouTube; please share it and play it at Juneteenth events to amplify its message.

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This program covers local and regional issues with a wide range of guests that span journalism, academia, public policy, healthcare, education, and community organizations. Episodes frequently explore civic topics like urban planning, education budgets, road safety, and public health, often connecting local events to broader national or global contexts. The show distinguishes itself through timely, issue-driven conversations that blend expert analysis with personal stories, data, and resident perspectives. Listeners likely appreciate accessible explanations of complex topics, practical takeaways for community involvement, and a steady stream of diverse guests that illuminate how policy choices affect everyday life.

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Connections Podcast launched 13 years ago and published 1624 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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What guests have appeared on Connections Podcast?

Recent guests on Connections Podcast include:

1. Nydia Padilla
2. Rodney Young
3. LaCerius Cross
4. Septimus Scott
5. Rissa the Writer
6. Dave Chisholm
7. Anna Reguero
8. Laurie Broccolo

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