Skip to content
In-depth analysis and commentary on today's biggest news stories as only the BBC can deliver. BBC

BBC Newshour

Listen Live

Listen Live

Everything you need to know about what’s happening in the Delaware Valley – from news and politics to science and the arts– delivered with a fresh perspective, all in an hour. Learn something new and add your voice to energizing live conversations with co-hosts Avi Wolfman-Arent and Cherri Gregg.
Next

Studio 2

Everything you need to know about what’s happening in the Delaware Valley – from news and politics to science and the arts– delivered with a fresh perspective, all in an hour. Learn something new and add your voice to energizing live conversations with co-hosts Avi Wolfman-Arent and Cherri Gregg.

WHYY
rewind
play
fast-forward
 
 
 
Radio Schedule
WHYY
  • DONATE
Primary Menu
  • News
  • Radio & Podcasts
    • Radio Schedule
    • Ways to Stream
    • WHYY Listen App
  • TV
    • WHYY TV Schedule
    • WHYY Watch App
    • Live TV
    • Watch on Demand
    • Stream PBS Kids
  • Arts
  • Events
  • Education
    • WHYY Youth Media
    • WHYY Media Labs
    • WHYY Early Education Programs
    • For Students
    • Pathways to Media Careers
    • Youth Media Awards
  • Support
    • Membership
    • WHYY Passport
    • WHYY Member Portal
    • Sponsorship
    • Vehicle Donation Program
    • Volunteer
  • NEWSLETTERS
  • DONATE

LGBTQ

 Philadelphia police cruiser (Image courtesy of NBC10)
Speak Easy
Community

Philly police making strides to protect and serve transgender community

The worst threat of violence for the transgender community came from the Philadelphia Police Department. But now we're working to improve that relationship.

10 years ago

Speak Easy
Community

Like marriage, justice for homeless LGBT youth is about love and commitment

I ask that we expand our love to include members of the LGBTQ community who less frequently make headlines — homeless youth.

10 years ago

 Image of Christian A'Xavier Lovehall, a.k.a., Wordz The Poet Emcee, from <a href='https://www.reverbnation.com/wordzthepoetemcee'>ReverbNation</a>
Speak Easy
Community

Passing as a transsexual black man, and the revolutionary courage to continue

I was finally "passing" as a black man. I also came to realize that the duties of the police to "protect and serve" did not necessarily apply to someone like me.

10 years ago

Voices in the Family
Health

When the mirror lies: The transgender journey

The tragic death of a transgender teen in Ohio brings to our attention the alienation and pain transgender individuals face. Lee Ann Ets ...

Air Date: January 5, 2015

Listen
 Gloria Casarez is joined on stage by Mayor Michael Nutter at the Philadelphia Pride Parade in June. (Bas Slabbers/for NewsWorks)

Remembering Gloria Casarez: LGBT leader, friend, Philadelphian

Gloria Casarez, the director of Philadelphia’s Office of LGBT Affairs, was incredibly passionate about making this city, her city, ...

11 years ago

 Daniel Simon, 19, of Yardley, Pa. started a petition calling for Holy Ghost's administration to reinstate Michael Griffin
Education

Petition seeks restoration of Bucks County teacher fired over same-sex marriage

Deciding to get married is a life-changing choice. For one Bensalem teacher, it was a choice that cost him his job. Michael Griffi ...

12 years ago

Listen
 From left: Arleen Olshan and Linda Slodki took advantage of a brief time last summer when the Montgomery County register of wills was issuing marriage licenses to same-sex couples. (Image courtesy of Olshan and Slodki)
Speak Easy
Lifestyle

Even with a marriage license, coming out of the closet is a journey, not a destination

Coming out, gay or queer — you would think, in this day and age, it was no longer an issue. You think: Younger generations are so accepting, and they don't seem to care. Lesbi

12 years ago

Listen
Voices in the Family
Health

Domestic violence: safety and support

[audio: voices20121001.mp3] Listen ...

Air Date: October 1, 2012

Listen
Voices in the Family
Health

Gay marriage: Excitement and ambivalence

[audio: voices20110801.mp3] Listen to the mp ...

Air Date: August 1, 2011

Listen
Page 42 of 42« First«...3839404142
Arts & Entertainment Community Courts & Law Education Health Lifestyle Money Politics & Policy Science Urban Planning Weather
  • WHYY thanks our sponsors — become a WHYY sponsor
  • WHYY thanks our sponsors — become a WHYY sponsor

Latest News

  • ‘Not for fashion, for function’: Local group makes reusable pads to help women around the world

    1 hour ago

  • Fall festivals, musical performances and standup comedy in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

    5 hours ago

    Listen 5:15
  • On Constitution Day, Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett discusses new book, keeping things cordial on the bench

    6 hours ago

  • WHYY thanks our sponsors — become a WHYY sponsor

Want a digest of WHYY’s programs, events & stories? Sign up for our weekly newsletter.

Together we can reach 100% of WHYY’s fiscal year goal

Donate
Learn about WHYY Member benefits
Ways to Donate
WHYY

WHYY provides trustworthy, fact-based, local news and information and world-class entertainment to everyone in our community.

WHYY offers a voice to those not heard, a platform to share everyone’s stories, a foundation to empower early and lifelong learners and a trusted space for unbiased news. Learn more about Social Responsibility at WHYY. It’s how we live.

Contact Us

Philadelphia

215.351.1200
talkback@whyy.org

Delaware

302.516.7506
talkback@whyy.org

Our Programs

  • Albie’s Elevator
  • Art Outside
  • Billy Penn at WHYY
  • Check, Please! Philly
  • The Connection
  • Delishtory
  • Flicks
  • Fresh Air
  • Good Souls
  • Jukebox Journey
  • Movers & Makers
  • On Stage at Curtis
  • Peak Travel
  • Philadelphia Revealed
  • PlanPhilly
  • The Pulse
  • Radio Times Rewind
  • Studio 2
  • Things To Do
  • Voices in the Family
  • WHYY News Climate Desk
  • You Oughta Know
  • Young Creators Studio
  • Young, Unhoused and Unseen
  • Your Democracy

Inside WHYY

  • About
    • Social Responsibility at WHYY
    • Board and Executives
    • Community Advisory Board
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Employment
    • Internships
    • Press Room
    • Meet Our Newsroom
    • WHYY News Style Guide
    • WHYY Productions
    • WHYY Spaces
    • Submissions
    • History
    • Directions
    • Coverage Area
    • Financial Statements
    • WHYY Community Report
    • Supporters
    • Privacy
  • Mobile Apps
  • Meet Our Newsroom
  • Employment
  • Lifelong Learning Award
  • N.I.C.E. Initiative
  • Contact Us
  • Sponsorship
  • Directions
  • FCC Public Files
  • FCC Applications

Follow Us

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • YouTube
Sign up for a Newsletter

© MMXXV WHYY

  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use for WHYY.org