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Timothy Snyder on freedom and democracy
Yale University professor Timothy Snyder on American's distorted view of freedom and why it matters.
Air Date: November 1, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 50:13What Makes Our Circadian Clocks Tick
As the days grow shorter, we take a look at how changes to our circadian clocks affect our health.
Air Date: November 1, 2024
Listen 48:58What to watch: TV critic reviews new shows and cult classics
We talk about the best shows on TV right now, from comedy to drama and everything in between. Melanie McFarland, Salon's award-winning senior culture critic joins us.
Air Date: October 31, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 52:01Primary Plant Based, Le Virtu, La Carreta
Three guests try vegan global flavors, an Abruzzi date-night spot, and a Jersey taco truck.
Air Date: October 31, 2024
Pa. election security and the key down-ballot races
Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt talks election security and misinformation. And, the key down-ballot races in Pennsylvania that could reshape Harrisburg or Congress.
Air Date: October 30, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:40Art Outside is back for season 2. In this episode we’re yarnbombing with crochet artist Nicole Nikolich, who goes by the name Lace in t ...
Air Date: October 30, 2024
Listen 25:26Pennsylvania swamped with Trump, Harris ads. Do they work?
We’ve been inundated with political ads ... enough to make you yearn for a fast-food jingle or two. Which ads work and which ones are just annoying?
Air Date: October 29, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 52:34A Champion: Dr. Mark McLaughlin is building a future for Trenton youth wrestling
For the neurosurgeon, wrestling has always been more than a sport. He looks to instill responsibility and focus in the next generation.
Air Date: October 28, 2024
Listen 5:27What drives our morbid curiosity
Why do we love scary stories and films? Why are there so many true crime fans? We talk with psychologist Coltan Scrivner about our morbid curiosity.
Air Date: October 25, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 50:26How Politics Are Changing Health and Science
Ahead of the election, we look at how politics is affecting everything from health care to scientific progress.
Air Date: October 25, 2024
Listen 50:44Food critic Craig LaBan reveals best restaurants in Greater Philadelphia Area
The Philly food scene is bursting with flavor and creativity, so we’re going through the list of best restaurants in our region, from West Chester to Camden and more.
Air Date: October 24, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 46:06Jay’s Steak, Rosemary, Suya Suya
Three locals talk cheesesteaks, suburban date-nights, and Nigerian street food.
Air Date: October 24, 2024
Introducing a New Season of Art Outside with Conrad Benner
We’re back with Season 2 of Art Outside, a podcast from WHYY about the art of our public spaces and the people who create it. We’re t ...
Air Date: October 23, 2024
Listen 2:30Can the Philadelphia suburbs swing the presidential election?
We left the comfort of our radio booth and went on the road to the Upper Dublin Public Library for a discussion about the Philadelphia suburbs in the upcoming election.
Air Date: October 23, 2024 12:00 pm
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