
Health & Science
A new report found carcinogens and lead in popular brands of synthetic hair widely used in salons. A Philly scientist says more transparency is needed for consumer safety.
1 week ago
Loneliness and How to Rekindle Social Connection
On this episode, we look to understand why so many people are so lonely, and find out how we can stay better connected.
Air Date: April 18, 2025
Listen 50:00Philly volunteers are fighting textile waste for Earth Month — 1 clothing bin at a time
Millions of tons of fabric waste are sent to incinerators or landfills every year, where they can release climate-warming greenhouse gases.
1 week ago
Listen 1:20Climate Fixers: Cool solutions for a warming planet
From adapting gardens and slowing down fast fashion to clean alternatives to natural gas, WHYY News profiles some innovative climate solutions in the Philly region.
1 week ago
How to celebrate Earth Day 2025 in the Philadelphia region
Here’s how to celebrate Earth Day in the Philadelphia region, from litter cleanups to seed planting and other events.
2 weeks ago
Climate Fixers: Helping kids with autism learn ‘earth-to-table’ gardening
Black Girls With Green Thumbs takes climate lessons into schools. At Emlen Elementary, children with autism learn “earth-to-table” food production.
2 weeks ago
Designer babies: Discussing the ethics of genetic screening
Gene sequencing lets us screen embryos for diseases and traits. Is this the right track for healthy and happy babies, or a slippery slope to eugenics?
Air Date: April 15, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:13Dr. Jonas Salk is credited with creating the first polio vaccine at the University of Pittsburgh. The government licensed the shot in 1955 for its safety and efficacy.
2 weeks ago
Listen 5:39Upper Darby to ditch Crozer Health ambulance services amid staffing woes
STAT Medical Transport has agreed to provide two paramedic units to cover Upper Darby. The start date has yet to be determined.
2 weeks ago
Listen 0:55‘Peak algorithm’: Why some people are pushing back against machine curation
Have we reached peak algorithm-driven culture? Finding the balance between human and machine curation.
2 weeks ago
Listen 11:29Gas industry group that includes PGW lobbies against federal funding for Philadelphia and state
The American Public Gas Association wants Trump to limit funds for cutting carbon emissions. Philadelphia Gas Works is its largest member.
2 weeks ago
Listen 6:38Taylor Hospital to lose home care and hospice units, union says
A spokesperson for the Pennsylvania Association of Staff Nurses and Allied Professionals says approximately 25 employees will lose their jobs.
2 weeks ago
Philly health officials report second case of measles, warn of possible exposures in 2 locations
This is the city’s second case of measles so far this year. Neither of the cases are connected to ongoing larger outbreaks in western states.
2 weeks ago
The Rise of YouTube and How It’s Changed Our Lives
On this episode, we mark the 20th anniversary of YouTube with an exploration of the platform’s rise, evolution, and impact on our lives.
Air Date: April 11, 2025
Listen 48:34Penn Medicine and Delaware County dish out $6M to delay Crozer health closure
The money grants Prospect Medical Holdings, Pennsylvania officials and potential buyers more time to negotiate a deal to transition Crozer Health to new ownership.
2 weeks ago
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