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As large language models continue to improve, it's getting harder and harder to distinguish between human- and AI-generated communication. But do these models actually have the capacity for understanding — or are they simply

The Pulse

Parrot or Prophet: How AI is Shaping Language

How AI-generated language is changing the world — from how we communicate, to what it means to be human.

Parrot or Prophet: How AI is Shaping Language

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Heard on WHYY-FM

Survey: Philadelphia residents paint mixed picture of city police

The survey found that only 48 percent of city residents believe Philly police are doing a good job.

Studio 2

Breaking the cycle of homelessness: celebrating the work of Sister Mary Scullion,

A conversation with Project HOME co-founder Sister Mary Scullion, who is stepping down from the acclaimed anti-homelessness organization after three decades.

The Connection with Marty Moss-Coane

The history of sex and sexuality in America

Rebecca Davis explores the 400-year tension between sex, sexual identity and prudery in America and how it explains some of today’s political conflicts.

WHYY Originals

Host Conrad Benner speaks with some of the most prolific street artists in the city about why their work is so vital to their lives, and ours.

Conversations about the qualities that make us unique and human.

Hosted by Terry Gross, the show features intimate conversations with today's biggest luminaries.

Recognizing people making significant positive contributions to their community.

A podcast for fans of the Philadelphia Phillies

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A podcast about how travel shapes communities in hot-spots around the world.

Philadelphia Revealed

Learn about an object in the Atwater Kent Collection at Drexel University

Go on an adventure into unexpected corners of the health and science world.

The story of America’s public schools, through the eyes of the students, parents, and educators.

Why do millions of people each year from around the world visit Philly’s Rocky Statue?

Stop and Frisk: Revisit or Resist

Explores diverse perspectives and solutions to the city’s gun violence crisis.

Everything you need to know about what’s happening in the Delaware Valley.

Voices in the Family

Highlights experiences that affect individuals and society with an emphasis on behavioral health and well being.

Young, Unhoused and Unseen

Examines youth homelessness in Philadelphia and solutions to end it.

Archived Programs

A.I. Nation

A.I. Nation

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Commonspace

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Cosby Unraveled

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Eleanor Amplified

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Grapple

Half Vaxxed

Half Vaxxed

March On: The Fight for Pride

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Radio Times

Real Black History

Real Black History

Skytalk with Dave Heller & Dr. Derrick Pitts

Skytalk

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The Why

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