Media
How mega-mergers are reshaping media
Who are the billionaires redrawing the maps of our media ecosystem? What will change if some of the biggest names in entertainment and news fall under the same umbrella?
Air Date: May 11, 2026
Listen 51:12A Mercer County, New Jersey ‘pop-up’ newsroom is planned for May 13
Residents can share story ideas, ask questions and meet WHYY reporters and editors at the “pop-up” in Pennington.
2 weeks ago
Listen 0:43A nonprofit lifeline for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette as more papers seek nonprofit sector help
This move reflects a growing trend as newspapers face declining advertising and circulation revenues.
1 month ago
4 key takeaways from the WHYY Civic News Summit
Journalism and community engagement have the power to bridge divides and generate meaningful conversations, panelists said.
1 month ago
Listen 1:06Panels explored youth media, community connection, AI risks, misinformation and the future of public media.
1 month ago
Listen 1:19Federal judge finds Trump violated First Amendment by ordering NPR, PBS defunded
The decision leaves the future of federal funding for public media “unresolved,” WHYY’s CEO said Tuesday, but it’s a positive sign.
2 months ago
Listen 1:152026 WHYY News Civic News Summit highlights trust, truth and the future of local news
The conference will focus on media integrity and distinguishing truth from misinformation, with panels on public media and community engagement.
2 months ago
Listen 6:37Studio 2 Extra: Delaware comics tell bold African history
Manuel Godoy turned a comic into a cultural movement. Black Sands is redefining African history without Hollywood and without compromise.
Air Date: March 20, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 16:21We’re talking about the ills plaguing the live music industry and why one of the world's largest entertainment companies is in court this week.
Air Date: March 5, 2026 1:00 pm
Listen 51:39Should tech giants be held accountable for the teen mental health crisis? And what could regulation look like in practice?
Air Date: February 10, 2026 1:00 pm
Listen 51:13Super Bowl commercials try to overcome tough times with health, caring and the usual laughs
This year's Super Bowl ads cost an average of $8 million per 30-second unit.
3 months ago
Washington Post says one-third of its staff across all departments is being laid off
The newspaper’s books department will be closed, and its Washington-area news department and editing staff will be restructured, Murray told staff members.
3 months ago
The arrest of two journalists is sparking questions about press freedom and concerns there will be a chilling effect on political coverage.
Air Date: February 2, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 51:40Malala Yousafzai to accept WHYY’s Lifelong Learning Award
The education activist recently published a memoir about growing into adulthood after being shot by the Taliban as a child.
3 months ago
Listen 1:10Studio 2 Extra: behind the scenes of food influencing
Jacob Fink, better known as @jacobdoesphilly, breaks down what exactly goes into food review content creation.
Air Date: January 23, 2026 1:33 am
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