Home & Family
A new study finds investors are snapping up properties in neighborhoods like Germantown and Cobbs Creek — and it could change who can afford to live there.
14 hours ago
Listen 1:28If the federal government shutdown continues into November, SNAP payments will dry up for nearly 472,000 residents in Philadelphia alone.
3 days ago
‘It takes a village’: Foundation for Delaware County launches Family Village
The Foundation for Delaware County is bringing all of their programming under one tent to create a continuum of care for families with low incomes.
3 days ago
Studio 2 Extra: Eagles Saquon Barkley’s mom Tonya Johnson
Johnson talks about raising the Eagles running back and NFL star, as well as their journey to help others with the Michael Ann and Saquon Barkley Hope Foundation.
Air Date: October 24, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 14:29The importance of free-range play in today’s safety-conscious society
Surveys consistently show that kids want to play outside and want some independence. Yet, children spend less than 10 minutes a day in unstructured outdoor play.
Air Date: October 15, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 46:36This sister-led Philly podcast is changing the tone around conservationism
This week, Kate Coffin and Jenn Asplundh launch the ninth season of "The Kindred Podcast," an interview-style show exploring our deep and evolving relationship with animals.
2 weeks ago
The program provides $1,000 a month for 18 months to families with low incomes who live in Cobbs Creek, Strawberry Mansion and Nicetown-Tioga.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:32Jean Twenge’s rules for raising kids in a high-tech world
Psychologist Jean Twenge -- a mother of three -- gives parents the tools they need to help their kids develop a healthier relationship with social media.
Air Date: October 3, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 49:58School District of Philadelphia is relaunching its Parent and Family University
The School District of Philadelphia’s Parent and Family University will provide civic engagement, financial literacy, and other resources for participating schools’ caregivers
4 weeks ago
Pennsylvania launches free statewide legal support program for grandparents raising grandchildren
The statewide free legal line, staffed by attorneys at the SeniorLAW Center, will provide advice and resources to help families navigate the court system.
1 month ago
Listen 1:15Retirement, independence, divorce: The surprising trend after 60
Gray divorce - the only demographic group with a rising divorce rate is people 65 and up. What’s behind this trend? And what are the consequences?
Air Date: September 25, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:12Why are more moms quitting their jobs?
More than 200,000 women have quit this year alone. That’s the steepest decline in four decades and washes away many of the job gains from the pandemic.
Air Date: September 18, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:12Home health care agencies say Pennsylvania’s rapidly aging population and low reimbursement payment rates set by the state are unsustainable.
3 months ago
Listen 1:15Ardmore artist uses human ashes to craft ceramic memorials
Grieving clients send cremated remains to Ahava Memorials, where artist Daniel Hoffman transforms ashes into ceramic art.
3 months ago
Listen 3:02CHOP finds virtual appointments to check child car seats are effective, will continue to offer them
Recent national data show that the vast majority of parents install their child's car seat incorrectly.
3 months ago



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