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Writer James Patterson receiving the WHYY Lifelong Learning Award at event
Community

From Dolly Parton to MrBeast, James Patterson is always learning

One of the best-selling authors of all time sat down with Terry Gross for an onstage interview as WHYY gave him its annual Lifelong Learning Award.

6 days ago

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Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., speaks to reporters as he walks near the Senate chamber at the Capitol in Washington. (AP Photo/Ben Curtis)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Fetterman’s fitness, GOP budget battle

Republicans in D.C. are fighting over a budget plan, as fallout continues after an explosive New York Magazine article questions Pa. Senator John Fetterman’s fitness to serve.

Air Date: May 13, 2025 12:00 pm

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Community

A ‘pop-up’ newsroom in Mercer County, N.J. offers a chance for community members to share concerns, story ideas

Another WHYY “pop-up” newsroom will offer the New Jersey community a chance to share story ideas and issues impacting their daily lives.

2 weeks ago

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Donald Trump holds up a signed executive order
Politics & Policy

Trump files late night executive order calling for an end to funding for NPR, PBS

The order cutting funding for NPR and PBS is “significant,” and puts smaller public media stations at greater risk.

3 weeks ago

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President Donald Trump gives a commencement address
Politics & Policy

Trump signs executive order directing federal funding cuts to PBS and NPR

The White House, in a social media posting announcing the signing, said the outlets “receive millions from taxpayers to spread radical, woke propaganda disguised as ‘news.’”

3 weeks ago

Joseph Gidjunis wide shot
Arts & Entertainment

Philly filmmakers’ ‘Grown Up Dad’ documentary series gets full season on PBS

The show about fathering started as a pilot last year. This weekend, the filmmakers are teasing the first season, which starts in June, at Bryn Mawr College.

4 weeks ago

The headquarters for National Public Radio
Politics & Policy

‘Essential’ or ‘propaganda’: Pa. lawmakers differ on support for Trump’s call to eliminate funding of NPR and PBS

Pennsylvania Democrats said they would fight Republican efforts to defund NPR and PBS while most Republicans declined requests for comment.

4 weeks ago

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The Pulse
Science

20 years after its first upload, YouTube is changing the way people learn

Users of all ages turn to the platform to master new skills, solve problems, and learn on their own terms.

4 weeks ago

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Francis Davis
Community
NPR

Francis Davis, a figurehead of jazz criticism, has died

The distinguished jazz critic Francis Davis, husband of "Fresh Air" host and co-executive producer Terry Gross, died on Monday at his home in Philadelphia at 78.

1 month ago

YouTube uses an algorithm designed to deliver content that each user is most likely to enjoy. (Bigstock/Pixinoo)
The Pulse
Science

‘Peak algorithm’: Why some people are pushing back against machine curation

Have we reached peak algorithm-driven culture? Finding the balance between human and machine curation.

1 month ago

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Will Smith on new music and his (West) Philly roots.
Studio 2
Lifestyle

Studio 2 Extra: Will Smith releases new music, reflects on Philly

Will Smith returns to music after two decades with his new album, "Based on a True Story." He spoke with Cherri Gregg about his connection to his hometown and personal growth.

Air Date: April 10, 2025 5:00 am

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A panel discussion
Community

2-day summit at WHYY highlights vitality of civic dialogue in local newsrooms

Journalists joined community members to focus on the importance of stronger connections between local newsrooms and communities.

2 months ago

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Trump raising his first at a press conference
Politics & Policy

The Signal attack plan messages: What we do (and don’t) know

Were federal laws were violated? Was classified information exposed on the commercial messaging app? Will anyone face consequences for the leaks?

2 months ago

Intelligence officials sitting at a table during the hearing
Politics & Policy

Gabbard calls Signal chats a ‘mistake’ as Trump officials face grilling over leaked military plan

Speaking before the House Intelligence Committee, Gabbard said the conversation included “candid and sensitive” information about military strikes against Houthi rebels.

2 months ago

Oct. 1974: Housewife in the kitchen of her mobile home (Horacio Villalobos / Documerica)
Studio 2
Lifestyle

Modern marriage and motherhood

We'll talk about the decades of changing gender dynamics in marriage and parenthood. Are our views on domesticity really as progressive as we imagine them to be?

Air Date: March 26, 2025 12:00 pm

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