
You Oughta Know Archive
Going the Distance: Learning Pods Support Students & Caregivers
A Delaware educational equity program supports students in a healthy learning environment.
Air Date: January 22, 2021
The Traveler’s Mindset: Rick Steves Stays Home
TV host Rick Steves lives out of his suitcase about four months of the year. Now, he brings his "traveler's mindset" to home activities.
Air Date: December 17, 2020
A Scrap of Hope: Recycled Fabrics Become “Ugly Quilts” for Homeless
"Ugly Quilts" transforms unused fabric into cozy sleeping bags for guests at Delaware's Friendship House.
Air Date: December 11, 2020
The Meals on the Bus: Organizations Battle Food Insecurity
From culinary training programs to delivered student lunches, these organizations are helping in the fight against food insecurity.
Air Date: November 5, 2020
From road cycling to mountain biking, these fall biking groups will get you back in the saddle.
Air Date: October 29, 2020
Escape the City: Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum
Once a summer retreat from the yellow fever epidemic, the Andalusia Historic Home remains a hidden gem outside Philadelphia.
Air Date: October 22, 2020
From Filth to ILTH: ‘I Love Thy Hood’ Provides Community Trash Cans
A Germantown resident was fed up with litter. He took matters into his own hands. Now you can, too.
Air Date: October 15, 2020
Marking History: Students Honor 1967 Protest
In 1967, more than 3,000 students protested racial inequality. Now, a historic marker will honor their legacy.
Air Date: October 8, 2020
Permanent Makeup to Support Cancer Survivors
On this episode of You Oughta Know, we meet Chaplain Al “Mr. Positive” Kraft, a local Vietnam veteran who is honoring healthc ...
Air Date: October 1, 2020
A New Leaf: Longwood Gardens Safely Reopens
On this episode, we visit Longwood Gardens and learn how the acclaimed botanical gardens reopened safely during the pandemic.
Air Date: September 24, 2020
Precious Cargo: Custom Cars for Children Battling Cancer
Meet a man whose life-threatening stroke inspired him to give back to children battling cancer.
Air Date: September 17, 2020
Pit Stop: Making the Best BBQ Ribs
Will Pitmaster Terrell Barkley reveal his secret ingredient for "The Stuff"?
Air Date: August 27, 2020
Giving Tree: Volunteers Glean to Support Food-Insecure Families
Farmers Against Hunger volunteers are gleaning for surplus crops to help families in need.
Air Date: August 20, 2020
Arts & Trash: Minimizing litter in Southwest Philadelphia
Southwest Philadelphia community members have teamed up to beautify public garbage cans.
Air Date: August 13, 2020
Brass Musicians Protest through Music
Grammy-nominated musician Jeff Bradshaw and local brass artists call for justice for George Floyd and Breonna Taylor.
Air Date: August 6, 2020
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