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Each week, Tiny Desk Radio hosts Bobby Carter and Anamaria Sayre present three Tiny Desk concerts and share how these memorable (and sometimes viral) moments came together. You'll hear world-class musicians from the worlds of pop, jazz, classical, Americana, hip-hop, R&B and more stripping down their sound for a concert series that's unlike anything else on the internet — or the radio.
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Each week, Tiny Desk Radio hosts Bobby Carter and Anamaria Sayre present three Tiny Desk concerts and share how these memorable (and sometimes viral) moments came together. You'll hear world-class musicians from the worlds of pop, jazz, classical, Americana, hip-hop, R&B and more stripping down their sound for a concert series that's unlike anything else on the internet — or the radio.

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Chesco residents demand transparency, accountability from Great Valley School District amid TikTok controversy

One parent said her daughter was targeted on TikTok a month after teachers fell victim to an online harassment campaign. She said the district’s response was lackluster.

12 months ago

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Andrea Lawful-Sanders
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Philly host leaves radio station WURD after Biden campaign provides questions for interview

Andrea Lawful-Sanders used questions provided by Biden's campaign when she interviewed him after the first presidential debate.

12 months ago

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Middle schoolers create over 20 fake TikTok accounts impersonating teachers in Chester County

After consulting with law enforcement agencies, the Great Valley School District held an assembly for eighth-grade students to address the responsibility of social media.

12 months ago

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Biden rejects independent medical evaluation in ABC interview as he fights to stay in race

President Joe Biden, fighting to save his endangered reelection effort, said his disastrous debate performance last week was a “bad episode."

12 months ago

Howard Eskin
Community

Philadelphia radio host Howard Eskin suspended from Phillies home games over ‘unwelcome kiss’

SportsRadio 94WIP's parent company immediately opened up an investigation into the incident after hearing about Eskin's “unwelcome kiss.”

1 year ago

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Studio 2
Politics & Policy

As the Democratic party panics — should President Biden step aside?

Does the Democratic party need a new nominee? A growing chorus of pundits are calling on President Joe Biden to step aside. But many democrats have rallied behind him.

Air Date: July 3, 2024 12:00 pm

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Tamara Russell speaks to the audience at the Pride Brunch
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Philly activists, supporters and journalists discuss education, mental health issues and the problems impacting the LGBTQIA+ community at WHYY News’ Pride Brunch event

The intimate setting enabled attendees to have deeper conversations and network with those on the frontlines of the fight for equality.

1 year ago

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Courts & Law

The Supreme Court keeps on hold efforts in Texas and Florida to regulate social media platforms

The justices returned the cases to lower courts in challenges from trade associations for the companies.

1 year ago

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WHYY ‘Black Men in Media’ summit tackles stereotypes, diversity in media

At WHYY’s day-long event, experienced Black journalists shared their career insights on shifting media narratives about the Black community.

1 year ago

Listen 1:35
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Politics & Policy

Jan. 6 shadows the 2024 campaign, but not on the debate stage. That alarms democracy advocates

The Supreme Court is weighing cases involving Jan. 6, including a decision Friday that makes it easier for some rioters to contest their charges and convictions.

1 year ago

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Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Trump and Biden’s 2024 presidential debate face off, Happy Birthday to the Philly Zoo!

Ahead of Thursday's highly anticipated CNN presidential debate, we'll talk about what's at stake for Joe Biden and Donald Trump and how the candidates might perform on stage.

Air Date: June 27, 2024 12:00 pm

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WHYY News joins Every Voice, Every Vote initiative to expand access to civic news and information

The grant funding will support community-centered projects that prioritize solutions-focused accountability reporting and civic engagement.

1 year ago

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United Nations launches global principles to combat online hate and lies, demands big tech and media take action

Principles laid out Monday call on tech companies, advertisers and media to refrain from using disinformation and hate speech for any purpose and ensure the ethical use of AI.

1 year ago

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WHYY News wins 18 Keystone Media Awards, Outstanding News Operation

The Keystone Awards recognize “journalism that consistently provides relevance, integrity, and initiative in serving readers and audiences.”

1 year ago

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Pennsylvania Senate passes a bill to outlaw the distribution of deepfake material

The legislation would outlaw the distribution of salacious or pornographic deepfakes. Sponsors say it'll eliminate a legal loophole that has frustrated prosecutors.

1 year ago

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