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A Way with Words is an upbeat and lively show about language examined through culture, history, and family. Language debates, variations, and evolution, as well as new words, old sayings, slang, family expressions, word histories, etymology, linguistics, regional dialects, word games, grammar, books, literature, writing, and more.
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A Way with Words

A Way with Words is an upbeat and lively show about language examined through culture, history, and family. Language debates, variations, and evolution, as well as new words, old sayings, slang, family expressions, word histories, etymology, linguistics, regional dialects, word games, grammar, books, literature, writing, and more.

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Social Justice

An altar with photos, flowers and incense to honor those killed by immigration officers.
Community

Philadelphians hold vigil for victims of fatal ICE shootings

Speakers lamented the deaths of Joan Sebastian Guerrero, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo and others who were killed during ICE operations or died in ICE custody.

4 days ago

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Caesar Rodney's statue is now in Washington, D.C.'s Freedom Plaza
Politics & Policy

‘Directly enslaving at least 26 people’: New report details Caesar Rodney’s slaveholding amid debate over statue’s fate

Wilmington took down the bronze memorial to the long-revered signer of the Declaration of Independence during racial unrest in 2020.

1 week ago

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Iquail Shaheed smiling and posing for a photo inside the studio.
Arts & Entertainment

A festival in Philly’s Mantua neighborhood traces Black America’s influence in 250 dance moves

The West Philly festival is turning the country’s 250th birthday into a celebration of Black movement.

2 weeks ago

Supreme Court building
Courts & Law

Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship, rejecting Trump’s proposed limits

During arguments in April, both conservative and liberal justices questioned the order’s legality in a momentous case that was magnified by Trump’s unprecedented attendance.

3 weeks ago

Malcom Kenyatta, Pennsylvania State Representative and Democratic National Committee Vice Chair, introduces Joe Biden
Community

Joe Biden and Philadelphia trailblazers recognized for LGBTQ+ advocacy at annual Stonewall Awards ceremony

The annual Pride Month ceremony recognizes Philadelphia leaders for their LGBTQ+ advocacy.

1 month ago

Workers are hanging the panels back up on the wall
Community

Philadelphia designates May 21 as Ona Judge Day, honoring woman who escaped George Washington’s household

The day honors the woman who escaped enslavement after fleeing President George Washington's home in 1796.

2 months ago

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Emma Copley Eisenberg (photo credit: Kenzi Crash)
Studio 2
Arts & Entertainment

Studio 2 Extra: Philly author Emma Copley Eisenberg

Studio 2 co-host Avi Wolfman-Arent sits down with Eisenberg to hear why bodies deserve more lines in literature and why "fat" is often the best descriptor.

Air Date: April 24, 2026 1:30 pm

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The Supreme Court of the United States
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

LIVE from Penn Law: How the U.S. Supreme Court evolved through history

From Penn Carey Law School, a look at three consequential SCOTUS rulings. As The Court evolves with our democracy, how do generations view constitutional rights and ideals?

Air Date: April 13, 2026 12:00 pm

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A coalition of immigrant rights organizations
Community

New Jersey immigrant rights groups demand ‘ICE out’ in statewide bus tour

Activists commend new legislation restricting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's activities in the state. But they say more is needed to protect immigrant residents.

4 months ago

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In a video screengrab, Quakertown police officers are seen arresting someone outside Sunday’s Deli & Restaurant, where students had gathered to protest ICE on Feb. 20, 2026.
Courts & Law

Bucks DA drops felony charges against Quakertown teen arrested during ICE protest

Quakertown police arrested five students on Feb. 20 after a confrontation with officers when they were protesting federal immigration enforcement.

4 months ago

Mahmoud Khalil talks to media
Politics & Policy

An update on immigrants who were detained in Trump’s crackdown on campus activism

Mahmoud Khalil was the first person whose arrest became publicly known during the crackdown on noncitizens who publicly criticized Israel and its actions in Gaza.

4 months ago

People holding up a large banner that says Resistencia En Acción NJ
Community

A New Jersey immigrant rights group wants local officials to investigate tactics used during an operation at a Trenton auto repair shop

One of the suspects taken into custody by U.S. Marshals Service agents was wanted for assault by auto and other charges.

5 months ago

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People hold signs that read Councilmember Squilla will you keep your word? Another person holds a sign written in Chinese.
Community
Billy Penn

Want to be more involved in your neighborhood but don’t know the difference between a civic association and an RCO? Let us help

Registered community organizations and civic associations help residents get more involved with their neighborhood. Here’s how you can join.

5 months ago

Sepp Blatter gestures during a press conference
Politics & Policy

Ex-FIFA president Sepp Blatter joins those calling for boycott of World Cup in United States

The United States is co-hosting the World Cup with Canada and Mexico from June 11 to July 19.

6 months ago

Advocates and community members hold a vigil outside of Norristown Municipal Hall condemning ICE's actions in Montgomery County.
Politics & Policy

As ICE activity rises, Norristown residents are demanding answers over police coordination: ‘This community is under siege’

Advocates estimate ICE has detained at least 140 people in Montco since the crackdown began. “What people are seeing in Minnesota,” said one resident, “is happening here."

6 months ago

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