
Media
How to avoid sharing election misinformation
As we’re waiting to learn the final results, it can be easy to be duped by false or misleading information.
11 months ago
Over 200,000 subscribers flee ‘Washington Post’ after Bezos blocks Harris endorsement
Over 200,000 people canceled their subscriptions in the first few days following news that The Washington Post would not endorse any presidential candidate.
11 months ago
Billy Penn celebrates 10th anniversary with its fans, its heroes, and a look back and forward
The event reinstituted its awards, The Billies, and celebrated some of its most engaging stories.
11 months ago
Searching for truth: The line between fact-checking and censorship
Whether it's fact-checking a debate or a tech company tamping down on misinformation, we live in an era when truth itself is a contested concept. What should we do about it?
Air Date: October 10, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:13Why are we spending so much time at home?
Many Americans call themselves homebodies. We all need downtime – but the rise in spending so much time at home, expanded by the pandemic, has some concerning implications.
Air Date: October 9, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:59The two-part, four-hour documentary on Leonardo da Vinci will air on WHYY Channel 12 on Nov. 18 and 19 at 8 p.m.
12 months ago
BBC debate show host offers her take on presidential election ahead of show taping in Philly
BBC's "Question Time" arrives in Philadelphia to discuss the U.S. presidential election, featuring politicians, commentators, and spontaneous audience questions.
12 months ago
Listen 6:38Who won last night’s vice presidential debate?
There were some standout moments on healthcare, immigration and abortion, but did JD Vance or Tim Walz sway voters? We debate the results of last night's debate.
Air Date: October 2, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:43WHYY wins four Mid-Atlantic Regional Emmy Awards
WHYY won four regional Emmys in the categories of health and science, lifestyle, education and human interest.
12 months ago
Can we separate art from the artists when they do something bad?
Do you still watch The Cosby Show, or listen to R. Kelly, or do you change the channel and edit your playlist in disgust? What responsibility do we have as consumers?
Air Date: September 25, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:52Harris looks for boost from Oprah as part of digital-first media strategy
Kamala Harris held a live-streamed event with Oprah Winfrey to appeal to persuadable and less-motivated voters.
1 year ago
WHYY hosts Kamala Harris, NABJ for presidential candidate interview
Harris faced a three-person panel and answered questions on a range of topics including the economy, Gaza, reparations and reproductive health rights.
1 year ago
Listen 1:04Should newspapers stop endorsing politicians?
News outlets are moving away from political endorsements. The New York Times will no longer endorse in local races, and hundreds of others have already stopped. Should they?
Air Date: September 17, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 52:47Fresh Air’s Terry Gross to open Philadelphia Orchestra’s new season
The host of WHYY’s “Fresh Air with Terry Gross & Tonya Mosley” has a long and friendly relationship with Philadelphia Orchestra's Yannick Nézet-Séguin.
1 year ago
Listen 1:21WHYY hosts Kamala Harris, NABJ for presidential candidate interview
Kamala Harris will return to Philadelphia for an interview in WHYY’s building that will be hosted by the National Association of Black Journalists.
1 year ago
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