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A Way with Words is an upbeat and lively show about language examined through culture, history, and family. Language debates, variations, and evolution, as well as new words, old sayings, slang, family expressions, word histories, etymology, linguistics, regional dialects, word games, grammar, books, literature, writing, and more.
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A Way with Words

A Way with Words is an upbeat and lively show about language examined through culture, history, and family. Language debates, variations, and evolution, as well as new words, old sayings, slang, family expressions, word histories, etymology, linguistics, regional dialects, word games, grammar, books, literature, writing, and more.

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Shawn M. LaTourette speaks into microphones
Energy
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New Jersey

N.J. environmental regulators call for overhaul of Trenton Water Works

Two independent reports outline a history of neglect and underinvestment, putting the water utility at risk of systematic failure.

2 years ago

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The flooding displaced hundreds of residents in Wilmington, and in Chester and Delaware counties — some of which have yet to return to their homes — and caused millions of dollars worth of property damage. (Courtesy Tamika Brooks Collick)
Energy
Environment
Pennsylvania

More than 3 years after Hurricane Ida, study aims to prepare communities along the Brandywine for future storm

During the aftermath of Hurricane Ida, the Brandywine watershed was hit with the worst flooding in 200 years.

2 years ago

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Studio 2
Biology

Studio 2 Extra: Philly researcher explores surprising link between rats and human history

Drexel’s Jason Munshi-South explores how rats’ adaptability mirrors human migration, trade, and survival. His research was recently published in the journal "Science."

Air Date: January 24, 2025 12:00 pm

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Studio 2
Technology

Your phone is listening. Do you care?

Has data harvesting by companies like X, Meta, Google and Apple gone too far? From Siri to Smart TVs, we get the latest on big tech and privacy with Penn expert Joseph Turow.

Air Date: January 22, 2025 12:00 pm

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A beluga whale swims behind a boat through the Churchill River, Monday, Aug. 5, 2024, near Churchill, Manitoba. (AP Photo/Joshua A. Bickel)
The Pulse
Animals
Technology

How AI and machine learning led to ‘mind blowing’ progress in understanding animal communication

Computer models helped decode whale communication. But some scientists say there are barriers that cannot be overcome.

2 years ago

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President Joe Biden speaks at the Tioga Marine Terminal in Philadelphia
Energy
Environment
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Technology

Philly-area MACH2 hydrogen ‘hub’ gets greenlight from Biden administration

It’s one of seven hubs across the country that the Department of Energy originally announced in 2023, which will receive a combined $7B from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

2 years ago

The Pulse

Beyond Human Conversation

We explore efforts to communicate with other species, from plants and animals to extraterrestrial life.

Air Date: January 17, 2025

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Kimberly McGlonn shows Susan Phillips cloth
Environment
Philadelphia
Sustainability

Climate Fixers: One Philly designer knits nature and fashion for sustainability

NOOR by Grant Blvd, a Philly-based fashion house, uses only natural, plant-based fibers like Tencel and linen, or wool. None of the materials are sourced from fossil fuels.

2 years ago

Phil Forsyth sits and speaks
Environment
Philadelphia

‘Small steps are truly worth it’: Philly-area residents discuss climate solutions at WHYY event

Entrepreneurs and activists attended a WHYY News Climate Desk event to discuss climate action and screen short climate films.

2 years ago

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Phil Murphy speaks
Medicine
New Jersey
Politics

New Jersey to stockpile abortion pills ahead of Trump’s return to office

Gov. Phil Murphy said during his State of the State address that New Jersey will stockpile mifepristone “so every woman can access this crucial form of reproductive care.”

2 years ago

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Concept. Neural networks and another modern technologies concepts. Robot finger, robo advisor, Big data, robotic future technology and business concept. Technology sci-fi concept, hi tech.
The Pulse

What It Takes To Build The Future

From new technologies to our fight against climate change, we look at what it takes to create the future.

Air Date: January 10, 2025

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FILE - This Wednesday, May 5, 2010 file picture shows a plume of oil as a shrimp boat uses booms to collect oil in the waters of Chandeleur Sound, La. On April 20, 2010,  a well blew wild under a BP oil platform in the Gulf of Mexico. Eleven workers were missing that day, and would later be declared dead. Ten years after the explosion on that Deepwater Horizon rig off Louisiana's coast, The Associated Press is making the original story and photographs available. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
Energy
Environment

Climate change attorneys say a Pa. statute could be used to prosecute fossil fuel companies

A new law journal article argues climate polluters could be criminally charged in Pennsylvania. But some say it’s a risky long shot for prosecutors.

2 years ago

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Bald eagle
Animals
Environment
New Jersey

New Jersey removes bald eagles from endangered species list as populations soar

The state was able to delist the species because their reproductive rate over multiple years reached sustainable levels.

2 years ago

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Offshore wind turbines are visible stretching into the distance with blue sky in the background.
Delaware
Energy
Environment

Delaware inks deal with US Wind worth $128 million

US Wind plans two offshore wind projects off the coast of Delmarva. The projects require running cables beneath Delaware waters, wetlands and state park land.

2 years ago

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Abstract Internet technology earth globe against fiber optic background
Delaware
Innovation
Technology

Delaware takes the lead in closing the digital divide with $17.4M investment in universal high-speed internet

Delaware’s $17.4 million investment expands high-speed internet to over 5,600 underserved homes and businesses, aiming for statewide universal access by 2025.

2 years ago

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