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Why are we spending so much time at home?

Many Americans call themselves homebodies. We all need downtime – but the rise in spending so much time at home, expanded by the pandemic, has some concerning implications.

Why are we spending so much time at home?

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EPA reaches historic $4.2 million settlement over 2019 South Philly refinery explosion and fire

The federal agency claims Philadelphia Energy Solutions failed to properly monitor a burst pipe that started the fire. The bankrupt former operator hasn’t admitted fault.

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Good Souls

This Mt Airy Electrician Brings Joy to Those with Disabilities through Power of Sport

“I have come to realize that my job is to make the world a better place,” says John Siemiarowski. “And while I can't make it all better, I can help individual people.”

The Connection with Marty Moss-Coane

The case for hopeful skepticism and the science of human goodness

Psychologist Jamil Zaki explains how to avoid cynicism and why most people are better than we think.

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.

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