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Lifestyle

Why 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 51:59
David McMahon and Sarah Burns speak
Arts & Entertainment

WHYY Media Lab students hear advice from filmmakers Sarah Burns and David McMahon ahead of documentary premiere

The two-part, four-hour documentary on Leonardo da Vinci will air on WHYY Channel 12 on Nov. 18 and 19 at 8 p.m.

3 months ago

Fiona Bruce
Politics & Policy

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.

3 months ago

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JD Vance and Tim Walz shake hands
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Who 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 51:43
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WHYY wins four Mid-Atlantic Regional Emmy Awards

WHYY won four regional Emmys in the categories of health and science, lifestyle, education and human interest.

3 months ago

Sean
Studio 2
Arts & Entertainment

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 51:52
Kamala Harris and Oprah Winfrey
Politics & Policy

Harris 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.

3 months ago

Kamala Harris raises her hand while sitting holding a microphone
Politics & Policy

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.

3 months ago

Listen 1:04
The New York Times recently announced it would no longer endorse political candidates in local races. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Should 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 52:47
Terry Gross
Arts & Entertainment

Fresh 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.

3 months ago

Listen 1:21
Vice President Kamala Harris speaks in the East Room of the White House, March 18, 2024, in Washington.
Politics & Policy

WHYY 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.

4 months ago

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DayOneNotDayTwo
Community

Local group wants to change negative stereotypes of inner city youths

Organizers say when gun violence takes aim at our communities, that ‘s not the whole story. They want to transform lives by changing the narrative of young people in Philly.

4 months ago

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Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump shakes hands with Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris during an ABC News presidential debate at the National Constitution Center, Tuesday, Sept.10, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Who won the presidential debate?

In their first debate, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris sparred over abortion laws, undocumented immigrants, the price of groceries, and turmoil in Ukraine and Gaza.

Air Date: September 11, 2024 12:00 pm

Listen 51:42
James Earl Jones
Community

James Earl Jones, acclaimed actor and voice of Darth Vader, dies at 93

Jones was a pioneering actor who eventually lent his deep, commanding voice to CNN, “The Lion King” and Darth Vader.

4 months ago

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Eagles fans should expect to not have access to X in Brazil after country upholds nationwide block

The Philadelphia Eagles play the Green Bay Packers in Sao Paulo on Friday.

4 months ago

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