Media
Trump’s FCC chief opens investigation into NPR and PBS
Both CEOs rejected the claim that the public broadcasters had violated federal laws or practices that stretch back decades.
2 days ago
White House in talks to have Oracle and U.S. investors take over TikTok
Under a deal being negotiated by the White House, TikTok's China-based owner ByteDance would retain a minority stake in the company.
6 days ago
‘Fake sports radio caller’ talks going viral for his Delco Eagles fan satire
Gabe Mahalik is a youth pastor and wedding DJ, but you might know him better from his viral dj_gabereal social media reels posing as a fake Philadelphia sports radio caller.
Air Date: January 23, 2025 4:00 pm
Listen 14:41A Philly artist created a climate news AI bot. The result is ‘a little sassy’
Sarah Kaizar’s AT Feed is an automated aggregate of current climate news and a critique of the future of information.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:14Investigating the cult-like tactics of modern marketers
Marketing companies can be pretty sneaky when trying to get new customers. Instead of straightforward sales pitches, they've turned to manipulative tactics used by cults.
Air Date: January 17, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 50:14US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy wants cancer warnings on alcohol labels. Could updated labels, taxes, fewer liquor stores or advertising bans make Americans drink less?
Air Date: January 7, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:41Editor’s note: 2024 marked an exceptional year of storytelling at WHYY News
Donald Trump’s historic re-election, a wacky billboard dating ad and the future of suburban malls were some of the year’s most read stories.
1 month ago
What we’re grateful for, and the weirdest stories of 2024
Cherri and Avi say goodbye to 2024 by revisiting the wacky, wild local headlines that made us laugh this year. And, happy tears as listeners share what they're thankful for.
Air Date: December 31, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 52:56Studio 2 Extra: Livin’ the cake life with champion baker Lily Fischer
Fischer runs Fishtown's Cake Life Bake Shop. She won Cupcake Wars among other baking competition shows. She talks with Avi about nostalgia, joy and Beyonce's birthday cake.
Air Date: December 27, 2024 1:00 pm
Listen 13:50Dave Davies reflects on WHYY’s role in MOVE Commission, top Fresh Air interviews
WHYY’s Dave Davies reflects on the 1985’s MOVE bombing commission and some of his favorite Fresh Air interviews with Jerry Seinfeld, Nicolas Cage, Maggie Smith and more.
1 month ago
Listen 9:00Studio 2 Extra: Famous TV and movie houses…and what it’s like to live inside
Picture the house from Home Alone, Full House or Friday. In a new documentary, NJ's own Tommy Avallone reveals the perks, and the consequences, of living in a famous home.
Air Date: December 20, 2024
Listen 9:44Howard Eskin announces abrupt departure from WIP sports radio
The self-described “King” offered no reason for his stepping aside.
1 month ago
Philly’s biggest and weirdest stories of 2024
From standout political and cultural moments, to off-the-wall antics that could only happen in Philly, we’re talking about the top local news stories of the year.
Air Date: December 19, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 52:43City launches new website to track progress made on Parker campaign promises
The website tracks everything from potholes to murders and offers one-stop shopping for residents and people coming into town.
2 months ago
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