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South Philly-born singer Bobby Rydell was a dominant force in pop music in the late 1950s and early ‘60s — with half-a-dozen top ten ...
Air Date: October 3, 2025
Listen 52:43WHYY Newscast for Friday 12:00 p.m.
The latest local headlines from WHYY
Air Date: October 3, 2025
Listen 2:00Meet weightlifting ladies, breast cancer survivors who row, the Trackchair and more!
Air Date: October 3, 2025
The Search for the Golden Toad and Other Adventures in the Wild
Tales of adventure in search of lost and elusive species, from the golden toad to India’s wild elephants.
Air Date: October 3, 2025
Listen 50:33Studio 2 Extra: Women’s pro basketball returns to Philly, first time since 1998
Unrivaled brings fast-paced, player-owned 3-on-3 action back to the city of sisterly affection. Cherri Gregg spoke with some of the grassroots organizers.
Air Date: October 3, 2025 9:00 am
Listen 9:23What does it mean to be middle class?
Many people are feeling squeezed in today’s economy, with the prospect of affording college and a house, as well as saving for retirement, feeling further out of reach.
Air Date: October 2, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:13The power of sports in America
We talk about America’s obsession with sports, how it unites us, and how it can shape who we are. Plus, we get a preview for the Phillies' playoff game.
Air Date: October 1, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:11Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, Part 2
Michelle Dockery & Joanne Froggatt—Lady Mary & Anna—talk to Patrick Stoner about the special relationship of their characte ...
Air Date: October 1, 2025
What’s at stake in the government shutdown?
We break down the shutdown negotiations, the political risks for both parties, and the potential impact. How will a shutdown effect you? Who do you think will be blamed?
Air Date: September 30, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:13Center City has seen robust population growth but office vacancies remain stubbornly high and the east side of Market Street is struggling to attract tenants.
Air Date: September 29, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:14Go back to Marty Moss Coane’s 2003 interview with Madeleine Albright, as she reflected on her memoir, “Madame Secretary.”
Air Date: September 28, 2025
Listen 52:29A saint's canonization, zoo sculptures, viral song parodies, tasty pastries and more!
Air Date: September 26, 2025
Linguist John McWhorter on free speech, woke language, and why words matter
A conversation with Columbia University linguist and author John McWhorter on the power of language, the dangers of censorship, and the evolution of slang and swearing.
Air Date: September 26, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 49:58Songs They Don’t Want You to Hear
On this edition of Jukebox Journey, Kevin highlights different types of censorship through the years in American music — from cancel cu ...
Air Date: September 26, 2025
Listen 6:34Lessons on Weight Loss from ‘The Biggest Loser’
What The Biggest Loser taught us about metabolism, shedding pounds — and what it takes to keep weight off.
Air Date: September 26, 2025
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