Media
WURD Radio celebrates 20 years of broadcasting the many voices of Philadelphia’s Black community
Founded by Walter Lomax Jr. and run by his daughter, Sara Lomax, the station has a lot planned for the future.
5 months ago
Ken Jennings Explores the Afterlife, Chef Lidia Bastianich, Earworms
Chef Lidia Bastianich has compiled over a hundred family recipes into a new cookbook. Plus, why songs get stuck in our heads. And a new book from Jeopardy host Ken Jennings.
Air Date: November 2, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:09Investigating An Asteroid, Comedian Nicole Byer, New Jersey Election Update
NASA scientists are studying space rock samples that returned to earth after a 7 year journey. Plus, Nicole Byer’s dating advice and the latest on hotly contested NJ races.
Air Date: November 1, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 49:55Haunted Local History, Composer James Newton Howard, New Tubman Statue
It's Studio 2 spooky season. Author Jennifer Green talks about 'Dark History of Penn's Woods II' and music and film composer James Newton Howard spills his creative guts.
Air Date: October 31, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:16Netflix’s password-sharing crackdown reels in subscribers as it raises prices for its premium plan
The $15.50 per month price for Netflix’s most popular streaming option in the U.S. will remain unchanged, as will a $7 monthly plan backed by ads.
6 months ago
The Philly Palestine Coalition organized the rally and criticized media coverage of the Israel-Hamas conflict, calling it “minimal.”
6 months ago
Listen 1:1520 years of Palestinian life in the West Bank on view at InLiquid gallery
The Kensington art gallery features the photography project documenting 20 years of life against the Israeli barrier wall.
6 months ago
The Eagles’ unstoppable ‘Brotherly Shove’ is the talk of the NFL. Where’d the name come from?
A redditor who pushed for the phrase is living his best life now that it’s been adopted by media — and the NFL.
6 months ago
Video game clips and old videos are flooding social media about Israel and Gaza
"This is propaganda 101. You flood the gap, especially in those early hours, with content that suggests a certain narrative," said one observer.
6 months ago
Wall Street Journal reporter loses appeal and will stay in a Russian jail at least through November
Evan Gershkovich is the first American reporter to face espionage charges in Russia since 1986.
6 months ago
Writers union votes to ratify contract, ending one of Hollywood’s longest strikes
The deal delivers salary increases to writers, along with boosts to their health and pension funds, and the establishment of guidelines for the use of artificial intelligence.
6 months ago
SEPTA reopens its underground oculus, for daydreaming
“Philly Daydreaming” is a systemwide art installation profiling SEPTA drivers and riders. The centerpiece is an underground “spaceship.”
7 months ago
WHYY is hosting a ‘pop-up’ newsroom in Newark, Del.
The “pop-up” newsrooms are a continued effort to deepen our relationship with the communities we serve.
7 months ago
Rupert Murdoch, the creator of Fox News, is stepping down as head of News Corp. and Fox Corp.
He will become chairman emeritus of both corporations, the company announced on Thursday. His son, Lachlan, will control both companies.
7 months ago
CPB grant prompts WHYY News expansion of statehouse coverage in Delaware
The Delaware newsroom expansion is part of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting’s efforts to increase statehouse coverage around the country.
7 months ago