Media
PBS is coming to Philly to talk climate, community empowerment at Penn
The event is a two-part panel looking at “recasting the climate change narrative,” with a renewed focus on exploring solutions rather than emphasizing crises.
2 years ago
Bestselling Author Jennifer Weiner, Hurricane Season Update, Philly Fringe Sneak Peek
"The Breakaway" author Jennifer Weiner joins us. Also, the latest on tropical storms and depressions midway through hurricane season, and the Philadelphia Fringe Festival.
Air Date: September 6, 2023 12:00 pm
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NPR
NPR CEO John Lansing will leave in December, capping a tumultuous year
His tenure will be defined by his handling of the extreme challenges of the pandemic, a racial reckoning, and headwinds in the podcasting industry that led to severe layoffs.
2 years ago
The Unexplored Deep Ocean, Mercury in Retrograde, Pa. Supreme Court Race
In the deepest parts of the ocean, strange creatures lurk and industrial fishing and deep sea mining pose a threat. Plus, mercury is in retrograde right now. So, what?
Air Date: August 30, 2023 12:00 pm
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Local, national, and international journalists represented during ONA23 in Philadelphia
This past week, Philadelphia played host to 1,707 media professionals from across the globe for the first part of the Online News Association’s 2023 convention.
2 years ago
Longtime ‘Price Is Right’ host Bob Barker dies at 99
Barker used his fame to promote another great passion: animal rights.
2 years ago
Making Friends in Adulthood, NPR’s Ari Shapiro, Legacy of Charles L. Blockson
It can be difficult and awkward to find a groove with new friends as an adult. We'll talk about how to make, and keep, new friends at any age. Plus, NPR host Ari Shapiro.
Air Date: August 24, 2023
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NPR
Trump’s tweets count as an ‘overt act’ in the Georgia case. What does that mean?
The case centers on the idea that Trump and 18 others worked together "knowingly and willfully" as part of a broad conspiracy to attempt to overturn the 2020 election.
3 years ago
WHYY News wins national Edward R. Murrow Award for ‘Stop and Frisk: Revisit or Resist’ podcast
The podcast was a collaboration between WHYY News and Temple University’s Logan Center for Urban Investigative Reporting.
3 years ago
Why We Love Mascots, Covid Update, ‘Schooled’
The original Phillie Phanatic joins us to talk about the recipe for the perfect mascot, which has the power to unite millions of people. Also, Covid case counts in the region.
Air Date: August 15, 2023 12:00 pm
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Police questioned over legality of Kansas newspaper raid in which computers, phones seized
Police simultaneously raided the home of Eric Meyer, the newspaper's publisher and owner.
3 years ago
James McBride’s ‘The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store’
In his new book, award-winning author James McBride pairs a page-turning murder mystery set in Pottstown, P.a. with a powerful story of compassion, community and love.
Air Date: August 11, 2023 12:00 pm
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Ken Jennings Explores the Afterlife, Hittin’ Season for the Phils, Things to Do
Jeopardy! host and former champion Ken Jennings' new book is an offbeat and hilarious guide to the afterlife. He joins us to talk about '100 Places to See After You Die.'
Air Date: August 10, 2023 12:00 pm
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‘Congratulations, The Best Is Over!’ with R. Eric Thomas, Good Economic News?
The economy is on the upswing. We'll break down the latest on inflation, interest rates and more. Then, the hilarious new essay collection from writer R. Eric Thomas.
Air Date: August 8, 2023 12:00 pm
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NPR
Should Trump’s trial be televised?
There would need to be an exception to a rule barring cameras and microphones in federal courtrooms to make it happen.
3 years ago