Connections Podcast
Weekdays, noon-2 p.m. on WXXI-FM 105.9, WXXI-AM 1370 in Rochester and WEOS 89.5 FM in Geneva
As “Connections” host Evan Dawson steps away for a break this summer, WXXI Health, Equity and Community reporter Racquel Stephen will be hosting the first hour of the show over the summer. She'll bring you the same long-form conversations, in-depth exploration of issues, and variety of content that you're used to hearing.
Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter.
Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.
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Latest Episodes
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ConnectionsIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 10/16/25, we sit down with local journalist Justin Murphy to discuss when the flag should be lowered and how else to publicly honor people. -
ConnectionsIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 10/16/25, we speak with local retired judges about what could happen if the Justice Department becomes weaponized. -
ConnectionsIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 10/15/25, we discuss how to assess private messages that become public after the reveal of hateful messages from some Republicans. -
ConnectionsIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 10/15/2025, we talk with author and linguistic anthropologist Jonathan Rosa about the relationship between language, power, and race. -
ConnectionsIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 10/14/25, we discuss Taylor Swift's new album and debate if an artist can still create great art when they are truly happy. -
ConnectionsIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 10/14/25, we discuss the factors impacting the popularity of moviegoing and the future of the industry. -
ConnectionsIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 10/13/25, we sit down breast cancer experts and a survivor to talk about the latest in screening guidelines.
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In the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 10/13/25, we talk to a local man who took a Blue Origin flight about his experience and how to make space travel more accessible.
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In the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 10/10/25, we sit down with the team behind CITY Magazine to discuss their latest issue, and what "home" means to everyone.
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In the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 10/10/25, we talk to Dr. Bill Valenti, a pioneer of HIV/AIDS care in Rochester.
