Media
Queen Latifah and Billy Crystal are among the 2023 Kennedy Center honorees
Billy Crystal, Renée Fleming, Barry Gibb, Queen Latifah and Dionne Warwick will be honored for their lifetime artistic achievements as the 46th class of Kennedy Center honoree
1 year ago
WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich loses appeal, will remain in Russian detention
The journalist's parents traveled to Russia to hear the pretrial decision, and they were able to briefly see their son and talk.
1 year ago
‘Youth Set The Stage’ showcased films, documentaries, and podcasts at WHYY
WHYY, Philly Cam, Poppyn, Lil Filmmakers, Big Picture Alliance, Motivos, PA Youth Vote, Scribe, and Philadelphia Student Union sponsored the event.
1 year ago
Listen 1:02The Forten Family, ‘Schooled’ Season Six, Harm Reduction
We'll talk about public education funding in Pa on the Schooled podcast. Then, harm reduction in response to the opioid epidemic. And, The Forten Family of Philadelphia.
Air Date: June 14, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:12Fox News sends Tucker Carlson cease-and-desist letter over Twitter series, reports say
After his April firing, Carlson kicked off a “Tucker on Twitter” series. Two episodes have aired so far.
1 year ago
I-95 Collapse, ‘Albie’s Elevator’ Premiere
The latest on the I-95 bridge in Northeast Philadelphia that collapsed after a truck beneath it burst into flames. And, WHYY’s new kids’ program Albie’s Elevator now on TV-12!
Air Date: June 13, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:12Black men in media discuss their success and the power of telling authentic stories
WHYY’s N.I.C.E initiative organized an event to celebrate Black men in media, unpack harmful tropes, and inspire young artists.
1 year ago
WHYY News wins 15 Keystone Media Awards for investigative reporting, digital coverage
The Keystone Awards recognize “journalism that consistently provides relevance, integrity, and initiative in serving readers and audiences.”
1 year ago
Wade Goodwyn, longtime NPR correspondent, dies at age 63
Wade Goodwyn had one of public radio's most recognizable voices but it was his rich writing and keen observations that made him a listener favorite over decades at NPR.
1 year ago
Journalists at Gannett newspapers walk out over deep cuts and low pay
Hundreds of journalists are walking off the job Monday and Tuesday at two dozen newspapers owned by the Gannett company.
1 year ago
YouTube will no longer take down false claims about U.S. elections
The Google-owned video platform's reversal comes as former President Donald Trump continues to baselessly claim the 2020 election was stolen.
1 year ago
Summer TV and the Writers’ Strike, Chris Christie to Launch 2024 Bid
What should you watch on your streaming service this summer? And what's the latest with the WGA strike? Plus, former NJ Gov. Christie's likely 2024 bid and Studio 2 trivia.
Air Date: June 1, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:13Why weren’t the Phillies on my TV this Memorial Day? Blame a computer
By letting a computer make the schedule, Major League Baseball is failing to take advantage of a huge viewership opportunity.
1 year ago
WHYY wins 6 Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards
Honorees were recognized for excellence in digital and audio, as well as works that spanned documentary, newscast, sports reporting, and podcasting.
1 year ago
CNN’s Amanpour criticizes network’s decision to hold Trump town hall
Amanpour became the network's most prominent journalist to publicly criticize the decision to host Donald Trump for a town hall in New Hampshire last week.
1 year ago