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It’s easy to feel as if the world is falling apart. The Connection features wide-ranging conversations about the bonds that hold us together, the forces that drive us apart, the conflicts that keep us from exploring life’s possibilities and the qualities that make us unique and human.
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The Connection with Marty Moss-Coane

It’s easy to feel as if the world is falling apart. The Connection features wide-ranging conversations about the bonds that hold us together, the forces that drive us apart, the conflicts that keep us from exploring life’s possibilities and the qualities that make us unique and human.

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Ask Governor Meyer | WHYY & DPM | 04/30/2026

Delaware Governor Matt Meyer joins us to tackle issues like the long-awaited Port of Wilmington expansion, rising unemployment, and the rollout of legalized marijuana.

Air Date: April 30, 2026 8:00 pm

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Science

The Big Fix: How to power our future

America’s power grid is buckling as energy demand soars. Fuel shocks from the war in Iran are only exacerbating concerns. So how do we keep the lights on?

Air Date: April 27, 2026 12:00 pm

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How to have a greener thumb

As temperatures rise and flowers bloom, we're talking all things gardening.

Air Date: April 16, 2026 1:00 pm

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Goats, salamanders and ziplines: Your guide to free Earth Week events in Philly

There are plenty of free opportunities to learn about nature, get active outside and volunteer to clean up your community.

1 month ago

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Science

Trump administration proposes new research for microplastics, pharmaceuticals in drinking water

The EPA has proposed adding microplastics and pharmaceuticals to a list of priority contaminants.

2 months ago

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Ask Governor Meyer
Politics & Policy

Ask Governor Meyer | WHYY & DPM | 03/26/2026

Delaware Governor Matt Meyer is back to discuss a potential school funding shake up, efforts to reign in soaring healthcare cost, and take questions from Delawareans.

Air Date: March 26, 2026 9:00 pm

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Science

‘Right plant, right place’: Philly Flower Show encourages adapting to climate change

Gardeners learn how to be more sustainable while adapting to climate change during the Philadelphia Flower Show.

3 months ago

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Science

Jersey Shore beaches face uncertainty as federal funding delays threaten tourism, storm protections

Severe erosion is threatening the Jersey Shore's 2026 tourism season. Local leaders are looking to federal aid to restore coastlines before Memorial Day.

3 months ago

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Community

Delaware residents encouraged to recycle Christmas trees at TreeCycle event

Delaware law does not allow residents to dispose of real trees or yard waste in landfills.

5 months ago

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Studio 2
Lifestyle

How to declutter your home

What do we really need, and how can we get rid of clutter? What’s the line between memorabilia and trash?

Air Date: December 22, 2025 12:00 pm

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Science

Delaware City Refinery failed to immediately report accurate butane emissions

The refinery has received more than 50 violations over the last decade.

5 months ago

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Dendê Macêdo plays a percussion instrument made from a broom, a bell, a coconut and a spring alongside a child
Arts & Entertainment

The rhythm of recycling: How a Philly-based master musician crafts instruments from the trash

The average American throws out almost 5 pounds of solid waste each day. One local musician aims to reduce waste by giving trash a second life.

7 months ago

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Bob Meyer looks into a microscope
Science

How Philadelphia seniors are tracking microplastics in streams and working to ‘leave a better world’

Members of the Senior Environment Corps wade into streams, peer through microscopes and teach kids how to identify aquatic critters.

7 months ago

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Science

Saving the ‘sky puppies’: How one wildlife rehabilitator is working to rescue bats in Pa.

In the face of devastating population loss throughout the region, every bat that the Pennsylvania Bat Conservation and Rehabilitation is able to save is making a difference.

7 months ago

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Politics & Policy

Philadelphia mayor and council members at odds over 10-cent paper bag fee bill

The fee is meant to encourage Philadelphians to bring their own bags. Parker’s administration worries it could hurt low-income residents.

7 months ago

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