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Sports in America explores stories that shape athletes and fans alike. Each week, David Greene hosts in-depth conversations with people across the world of sports  – from the star who hits the game winner to the millions of us whose lives are touched by the game.
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Sports in America

Sports in America explores stories that shape athletes and fans alike. Each week, David Greene hosts in-depth conversations with people across the world of sports – from the star who hits the game winner to the millions of us whose lives are touched by the game.

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Health & Science

Workers dig up the street to fix the gas leak.
Science

Gas 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.

1 year ago

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Taylor Hospital
Health

Taylor 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.

1 year ago

measles under a microscope
Health

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.

1 year ago

CHIANG MAI, THAILAND - Apr.08,2019: Woman holding Apple iPhone 6S Rose Gold with Youtube apps on screen. YouTube is the popular online video sharing website.
The Pulse
Science

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

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Crozer-Chester Medical Center
Health

Penn 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.

1 year ago

Volunteers at New Jersey’s beaches last year
Science

Thousands of bottle caps, plastic pieces littered New Jersey beaches last year, report finds

Though the number of plastic bags found on New Jersey beaches has declined, overall plastic waste persists.

1 year ago

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Crozer-Chester Medical Center
Health

Prospect will begin closing Crozer Health if Pa. does not provide $9 million

If another cash infusion doesn’t arrive by Wednesday, the hospital system could begin diverting ambulances and patients to other facilities as soon as Thursday morning.

1 year ago

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. speaks
Science

Why water fluoridation is under fire in the U.S.

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said this week he plans to tell the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to stop recommending fluoridation nationwide.

1 year ago

Children lining up to get a vaccine shot from the doctor
Health

How to track down your childhood vaccination records in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware

As infectious disease outbreaks are rising globally, health experts recommend people confirm their vaccination status, especially for childhood immunizations.

1 year ago

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a screengrab of the view from a camera
Science

Artificial intelligence to be used by SEPTA, PPA to catch drivers illegally parked in bus lanes

High-tech cameras will be mounted onto more than 150 buses and trolleys so the Philadelphia Parking Authority can identify and ticket vehicles illegally parked in bus lanes.

1 year ago

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Cinderella Castle and Main Street, U.S.A. are seen at Walt Disney World Resort's Magic Kingdom on Wednesday, August 12, 2020, in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Photo by Charles Sykes/Invision/AP)
The Pulse
Health

How a Disney World superfan made a career out of reviewing theme park food

AJ Wolfe’s life once revolved around planning her next trip to Disney World. She made it a career.

1 year ago

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The Philadelphia skyline is seen on a cloudy day
Health

Hundreds of public health jobs at risk in Philly after city loses federal grants

The Philadelphia Department of Public Health lost three COVID-19 era federal grants in what leadership described as a “fluid situation,” internal emails show.

1 year ago

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Kristy Carabello smiles
Health

Philly woman uses her experience with vestibular disorders to increase awareness and support for others

Vestibular disorders is a group of conditions that can include symptoms like dizziness, imbalance, vertigo and hearing loss.

1 year ago

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a sign by the water reads FISHING ALLOWED
Science

Anglers to cast their lines during New Jersey’s opening day of trout season

New Jersey Fish and Wildlife stocked more than 180,000 rainbow trout in waterways across the state to kick off Saturday’s opening-day event.

1 year ago

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The Pulse
Health

In Search of Work-Life Balance

A look at work-life balance — how we define it and how we achieve it… or if we even need to.

Air Date: April 4, 2025

Listen 48:43
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