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The New Yorker Radio Hour features a diverse mix of interviews, profiles, storytelling, and an occasional burst of humor inspired by the magazine, and shaped by its writers, artists, and editors. This isn't a radio version of a magazine, but something all its own, reflecting the rich possibilities of audio storytelling and conversation.

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Behavioral Health

Studio 2
Lifestyle

Cut ties or no? How to deal with difficult family relationships

More than one in four Americans are estranged from a family member. We are joined by a writer and a therapist to understand why so many people go "no contact."

Air Date: December 3, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:13
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Health

‘It’s time for a Heart to Heart’: Philadelphia health department’s new campaign tackles substance use and heart health

The mission of the campaign is to spread educational messaging and conversation points about heart health and what additional factors lead to risk conditions.

1 month ago

Listen 0:56
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Health
Billy Penn

Philly overdose deaths keep declining as wellness ecosystem expands

Providers say Narcan availability is saving lives. But has the city’s huge investment to address the Kensington drug market made an impact?

3 months ago

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Community

Philadelphia residents are more understanding about substance abuse issues in the city, according to new Pew poll

More than 50% of Philly residents have family or friends struggling with substance abuse. One in three know someone who died from overdose.

6 months ago

A therapy session with health care professional taking notes
Health

Wedge Recovery Centers will close behavioral health services after 31-year run in Philadelphia

The organization has provided mental health and addiction treatment since 1994. Most services will stop by the end of May.

8 months ago

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Health

Suburban Community Hospital in Montco to close its ER and become a specialty behavioral health care facility

The change comes less than a year after Suburban Community Hospital was converted to a smaller “micro hospital” last summer which resulted in layoffs.

8 months ago

The Department of Health and Human Services building
Health

Pennsylvania and New Jersey leaders warn that DOGE cuts to health agencies could limit care and services

Federal agencies notified state, city and local health departments last week of immediate cuts to U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services grants.

9 months ago

Listen 1:19
School District of Philadelphia headquarters
Education
Billy Penn

Parent, administrator offer two perspectives on Philly schools’ challenges

Mental health crises, poverty and lack of resources all play a part in students’ struggles.

9 months ago

A bored businessman sitting at a laptop, procrastinating at work. (Photo Courtesy/Bigstock)
The Pulse
Science

How to overcome your procrastination habit, advice from a psychologist

Psychologist David Maloney, author of "Procrastination Decoded," shares his personal journey and methods for breaking the procrastination habit.

10 months ago

Listen 10:30
Sheriff Rochelle Bilal
Community

New training designed to help Philly sheriff’s office improve interactions with people on the autism spectrum

The stickers, along with deputy training, are designed to help officers interact appropriately when approaching someone with autism.

10 months ago

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Health

Delaware veterans heal, connect and build community at new artistic pilot program

The new pilot program hopes to give veterans a creative outlet to express themselves and find purpose after leaving the military.

11 months ago

Listen 1:25
Human brain regions
Health

As the U.S. ages, dementia is on the rise. Here are ways to reduce your risk

About 40% of dementia cases could be prevented or delayed by healthy lifestyle choices and preventive medicine. Here's a tool to gauge your brain care and track your progress.

11 months ago

Adam Fair giving a haircut
Community

‘Beyond haircuts’: Wilmington’s free haircut initiative empowers youth with confidence

Wilmington’s free haircut initiative provides youth with clean, confidence boosting hair cuts and styles along with mentorship, food, and other essential resources.

1 year ago

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Rutgers New Jersey Medical School students are also Bergen Barbers. (Keith Bratcher/Rutgers New Jersey Medical School)
Health

Rutgers medical students moonlight as Bergen Barbers, doling out haircuts and shaves to patients

The group was inspired by a patient who became depressed and requested a haircut.

1 year ago

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Studio 2
Health

Philly strong: Life lessons from the City of Brotherly Love

We put a spotlight on a few of the people in the Philadelphia area who have found a way to thrive against the odds. We also hear from listeners about finding inner peace.

Air Date: November 21, 2024 12:00 pm

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