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Hittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcast#955: Phillies April RecapOn Episode 955 of WHYY's Hittin' Season, host John Stolnis from The Good Phight recaps an eventful April for the Phils. After two straight wins over the Nationals, the Phillies are on a 91-win pace. Who is their MVP thus far? Their best pitcher? Best win of the year? Worst loss?
2025-05-0156 min
Voices in the FamilyTired of Beating Yourself Up? Try Self ForgivenessDo you often beat yourself up when things don’t go according to plan? You didn’t meet the deadline at work, you didn’t lose the ten pounds you wanted to shed before your class reunion, or maybe you were impatient with your partner? Instead of berating yourself, forgiving yourself may be a better, more constructive way to go. WHYY’s Maiken Scott and psychologist Dan Gottlieb discuss what that looks like in one of their conversations.
2025-04-2904 minHittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcast#954: Big Series Win For the Phillies, We Should Be HappierOn Episode 954 of WHYY's Hittin' Season, John Stolnis, Liz Roscher and Justin Klugh talk about the high points of the Phillies' series win over the Cubs, Aaron Nola's bounceback, some signs of life from the offense, and a little nonsense on 4 HR-games in MLB.
2025-04-291h 06Hittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcast#949: Observations About the Phillies Flailing OffenseOn Episode 949 of WHYY's Hittin' Season, John Stolnis of The Good Phight offers five observations about the Phillies offense as the team continues to struggle to score. Also, thoughts on Aaron Nola's latest disappointing start and why a rocky beginning to the season is not cause for panic.
2025-04-1740 minHittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcast#948: The Gang Gets Really Angry at Rob Thomson At the End of the PodcastPowered by WHYY... On Episode 948 of Hittin' Season, hosts John Stolnis, Justin Klugh & Liz Roscher react to a weak-hitting and ineffective offense, levels of worry about Brandon Marsh, Alec Bohm, Max Kepler, Zack Wheeler and Aaron Nola, and make sure to stay until the very end of the podcast when the gang gets really mad at Rob Thomson for not defending J.T. Realmuto in Monday night's loss to the Giants. Feelings were felt!
2025-04-1550 minHittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcast#941: 5 Storylines From the Phillies Opening Day WinOn Episode 941, host John Stolnis of The Good Phight recaps the 5 Big Storylines from the Phillies' stirring Opening Day victory against the Nationals in DC.Alec Bohm's RedemptionStrikeouts GaloreZack Wheeler's Cy Young PushBryce Harper Opening Day MagicBullpen UsagePlus thoughts on the benefits of the new lineup, Kyle Schwarber's success vs. lefties and a preview of this weekend's final two games of the series.Powered by WHYY & BillyPenn.com!
2025-03-2834 minHittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcast#939: Phillies Opening Day Roster Is Nearly DoneOn Episode 939 of WHYY's Hittin' Season, hosts John Stolnis, Liz Roscher and Justin Klugh react to Ranger Suarez starting the season on the Injured List, his replacement, Taijuan Walker, new acquisition reliever Carlos Hernandez, Rob Thomson talks lineups and we answer some mailbag questions, too. Email us questions, comments or statements of fact at hittinseason@billypenn.com!
2025-03-2459 minHittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcast#937: Concern Over Ranger Suarez' BackOn Episode 937 of Hittin' Season, host John Stolnis from The Good Phight and BillyPenn.com discusses Ranger Suarez' back stiffness and what it could mean for his ability to pitch in the first couple weeks of the season. Also, John lists 10 Phillies having very encouraging springs, way too many thoughts about Scott Kingery being DFA'd by the Angels this week, and why Opening Day should not be played overseas anymore.Powered by WHYY & BillyPenn!
2025-03-2052 minHittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcast#936: 10 Pressing Phillies QuestionsOn Episode 936 of Hittin' Season, John Stolnis of The Good Phight, Justin Klugh from Baseball Prospectus and Liz Roscher answer 10 pressing questions about the #Phillies with less than 10 days until Opening Day. Powered by WHYY & BillyPenn.com!
2025-03-181h 05Hittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcast#934: Phillies Mailbag: Roster Predictions, 6-Man Rotations & Trea Turner ThoughtsOn Episode 934 of Hittin' Season, host John Stolnis of The Good Phight, WHYY and BillyPenn.com opens up the mailbag for a solo pod chock full of Phillies nuggets, including thoughts on the state of the outfield, 26-man roster predictions, contract extension walk away numbers for Realmuto & Schwarber, 6-man rotation talk and lots more!
2025-03-1350 minHittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcast#933: Jayson Stark on the Phillies' 2025 OutlookOn Episode 933 of Hittin' Season, John Stolnis of The Good Phight is joined by The Athletic's Jayson Stark as he discusses his article on whether the trend line for the 2025 Phillies is on the way up, or on the way down. What will their legacy be if they don't win a World Series? And will J.T. Realmuto or Kyle Schwarber sign a contract extension this spring?Also, Justin Klugh from Baseball Prospectus and Liz Roscher appear on the roundtable to discuss Jayson's article, the spate of injuries to the Mets and Braves, and...
2025-03-111h 04
Peak TravelPeak Travel Season 2 TrailerTravel can do amazing things: broaden horizons, build relationships, and rejuvenate the soul. But often, those experiences come at a cost. Welcome back to Peak Travel from WHYY, the show that unpacks how travel shapes communities in hot-spots around the world. We’ll share the wonder that comes with exploring new places, as well as the harm that our worst travel habits can cause. And we’ll try to figure out how we can do it better.Each episode transports you to a new destination. You’ll meet the people...
2025-01-2802 minHittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcast#902: Do You Trust Dave Dombrowski?On Episode 902 of Hittin' Season, powered by WHYY & BillyPenn.com, John Stolnis of The Good Phight, Justin Klugh from Baseball Prospectus and Yahoo Sports' Liz Roscher discuss their confidence level in Dave Dombrowski to navigate a challenging off-season in his quest to make the Phillies better in 2025. Also, why Alec Bohm likely isn't going anywhere, and we "celebrate" the 15th anniversary of the Roy Halladay trade to the Phillies and the subsequent trade of Cliff Lee to the Mariners. A complicated day, to be sure.
2024-12-1759 minHittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcast#899: Phillies Sign Jordan Romano at the Winter MeetingsOn Episode 899 of Hittin' Season, John Stolnis of The Good Phight, Liz Roscher from Yahoo! Sports and Justin Klugh of Baseball Prospectus analyze the Phillies' signing of relief pitcher Jordan Romano to a one-year deal at the Winter Meetings. Also, how much better are the Mets after signing Juan Soto and should Phils fans be upset at the front office for not pursuing him? And Dick Allen is finally a Hall of Famer! Powered by WHYY and BillyPenn.com!
2024-12-101h 04Hittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcast#889: Those Stalking Horse PhilliesOn Episode 889 of Hittin' Season, the Good Phight's John Stolnis, Justin Klugh of Baseball Prospectus and Yahoo! Sports' Liz Roscher discuss the not-so-strong possibilities of the Phillies signing Juan Soto and Japanese pitching phenom Roki Sasaki. Are they destined to be stalking horses for both players? Also, thoughts on Zack Wheeler as an NL Cy Young finalist, Garrett Crochet rumors and Nick Pivetta declined a qualifying offer? Powered by WHYY & BillyPenn!
2024-11-121h 09
The Connection with Marty Moss-CoaneThe art and imagination of Leonardo da VinciLeonardo da Vinci was more than a great artist, famous for The Last Supper and Mona Lisa. He was a draughtsman, an engineer, a scientist, a sculptor and an architect.
He had a voracious curiosity and believed that real understanding was best found in nature, not in a musty library. He didn’t complete half the paintings he started and left behind thousands of pages of drawings.
A new two-part Ken Burns documentary about Leonardo da Vinci airs November 18th and 19th on WHYY. It explores the lively mind of da Vinci, finding connections between ar...
2024-11-0850 minHittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcast#887: Phillies GM Meetings RumorsOn Episode 887 of Hittin' Season, John Stolnis of The Good Phight and BillyPenn.com checks in on some of the rumors coming in from the GM Meetings in San Antonio regarding the Phillies. Why this could be a particularly active season in the trade market for the Phils. The Good Phight's Anthony Esbensen joins the show to discuss the off-season as well. Powered by WHYY & BillyPenn.com!
2024-11-0743 minHittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcastHittin' Season #878: Stuff Dave Dombrowski SaidPowered by WHYY & BillyPenn.com, host John Stolnis of The Good Phight recaps some key comments from Dave Dombrowski and manager Rob Thomson at the end-of-year press conference, including nuggets about potential off-season plans and the state of the team after a disappointing finish to an otherwise successful 2024 season.
2024-10-1738 minHittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcastHittin' Season #877: Phillies Stay or Go?Powered by WHYY and BillyPenn.com, hosts John Stolnis of The Good Phight and Baseball Prospectus' Justin Klugh talk about 10 Phillies and whether they think they will stay on the roster in 2025 or go. Also, did the San Diego Padres' disappearing offense make you feel any better about the Phillies' collapse? And determining which World Series match-ups would be the worst, and the best, to watch.
2024-10-1458 minHittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcastHittin' Season #875: The Phillies 2024 Season Is DoneFrom WHYY & BillyPenn.com, host John Stolnis of The Good Phight and Liz Roscher from Yahoo! Sports discuss the Phillies' 4-1 loss in Game 4 of the NLDS to the Mets, ending what had been a storybook season. What happened? Should we have seen this coming? What will this team look like next year? That and many more thoughts on a depressingly disappointing finish.
2024-10-1045 minHittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcastHittin' Season #874: Phillies Game 2 NLDS Season-Saving RecapFrom WHYY & BillyPenn.com, John Stolnis from The Good Phight and Justin Klugh of Baseball Prospectus break down Games 1 and 2 of the NLDS between the Phillies and Mets, recounting Game 2's heroics in an instant classic, while looking ahead to some key decisions to be made for Game 3.
2024-10-0740 min
Philadelphia RevealedIntroducing Philadelphia RevealedIntroducing Philadelphia Revealed, a new podcast from WHYY. In every episode you’ll learn about an object in the Atwater Kent Collection at Drexel University and hear a story inspired by it from a First Person Arts storyteller.
2024-07-0303 minHittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcast#833: Phillies Getting By Without Big BatsOn Episode 832 of Hittin' Season, hosts Justin Klugh of Baseball Prospectus and John Stolnis from The Good Phight recap the Phillies series against the Marlins and what the Phils need to do to score runs with Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber and J.T. Realmuto all out of the lineup for another week. Also, 3/4s of the NL All Star infield is likely to be filled with Phils, how many players will go to Texas in two weeks? And have you seen the Phillies' July schedule yet? Yikes!POWERED BY WHYY AND BILLYPENN.COM!
2024-07-0250 min
Peak TravelTrailer: Peak TravelTravel can do amazing things: broaden horizons, build relationships, and rejuvenate the soul. But often, those experiences come at a cost. This is Peak Travel, a new podcast from WHYY about how travel shapes communities in hot-spots around the world. We’ll share the wonder that comes with exploring new places, as well as the harm that our worst travel habits can cause. And we’ll try to figure out how we can do it better.Each episode transports you to a new destination. You’ll meet the people who cal...
2024-06-0601 minHittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcastHittin' Season #803: Phillies Can't Win the Zack Wheeler StartsPresented by WHYY & BillyPenn.com, hosts John Stolnis of The Good Phight, Justin Klugh from Baseball Prospectus and Liz Roscher of Yahoo! Sports break down the Phillies' disappointing weekend against the Pirates, Zack Wheeler's rough 6th-inning Sunday, silent bats, bad defense, and a .500 baseball team being saved by good pitching. April Phillies will drive you crazy.
2024-04-1549 minHittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcastHittin' Season #797: Phillies' Slow Start Shouldn't Have Surprised UsOn Episode 797, John Stolnis of The Good Phight, Liz Roscher from Yahoo! Sports and Baseball Prospectus' Justin Klugh react to the Phillies' frustrating 1-3 start, things we liked and didn't like from opening weekend, whether it was a good idea to raise a 2023 flag at Citizens Bank Park, and Rhys Hoskins' wild weekend in New York. Powered by WHYY & BillyPenn!
2024-04-021h 03
Voices in the FamilyAre Suppressed Emotions to Blame for Pain?Women are far more likely than men to suffer from conditions like chronic pain, fibromyalgia, and migraines. Some researchers point to cultural norms and expectations as a contributing factor.
In their weekly conversation, WHYY’s Maiken Scott and psychologist Dan Gottlieb discuss the details:
2023-10-3004 minVoices in the FamilyUnderstanding The Mental Health Needs of Fire SurvivorsAfter the devastating and deadly fire that raged across Maui, Hawaii, mental health professionals warn that survivors could face many challenges related to both the trauma and smoke inhalation. In their weekly conversation, WHYY’s Maiken Scott and psychologist Dan Gottlieb discuss the specifics.
2023-08-2803 min
SchooledRing the bellThis episode is the second in this season of “Schooled”, a podcast production from WHYY that gives the insider’s story of public schools, through the eyes of students, parents, and educators.
Read and listen to the first episode.
Find “Schooled” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
2023-06-2032 minHittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcastHittin' Season #673: The Phillies are Borderline Unwatchable Right NowOn Episode 673 of Hittin' Season, host John Stolnis recaps the first two games of the Phillies' three-game set against the New York Mets as an awful month of May draws to a close. John is joined by Grant Hill, the host of the outstanding podcast Serum, from WHYY's The Pulse. A die-hard Phils fan, Grant joins the show to offer his take on what we've seen from this disappointing and maddening baseball team here in 2023.
2023-06-0150 minHittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcastHittin' Season #672: Memorial Day Phillies Check-InOn Episode 672 of Hittin' Season, hosts John Stolnis, Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher recap the Phillies' split of their four-game series with the Braves in Atlanta over the weekend. Zack Wheeler shoved, Aaron Nola didn't. Taijuan Walker was fine, Dylan Covey wasn't. Did we learn anything new about the Phillies? Also, how MLB is wasting Memorial Day weekend as a showcase for its sport, Shohei Ohtani-to-the-Phillies rumors are hot and heavy! (no they're not), and lots more!
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2023-05-3046 minHittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcastHittin' Season #664: Phillies Sweep the Jays & Avi Wolfman-Arent on Being a Phillies Fan in Sixers ManiaOn Episode 664 of Hittin' Season, host John Stolnis recaps a fun couple of games against the Toronto Blue Jays to finish up the Interleague homestand, including outstanding performances by Zack Wheeler, Aaron Nola, the bullpen and Nick Castellanos. Also, Jose Alvarado hits the injured list, but it could have been a lot worse, the Phillies are heading to London next year, and WHYY's Avi Wolfman-Arent joins us to talk about making room for the Phillies as the city is obsessed with the 76ers, which Phillie he'd most want to have a beer with, and whether John Middleton's claims that injuries...
2023-05-1148 minHittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcastHittin' Season #663: Hittin' Season Tailgate Recap & Phillies Help Save Boston WeekendOn Episode 663 of Hittin' Season, hosts John Stolnis, Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher recap a rough weekend of baseball against the Boston Red Sox, discuss the issues with the starting rotation, how it's NOT OK for multiple members of the veteran lineup to simply take the first two months of every season off, the plethora of young people at Phillies games and highlights from the Inaugural Hittin' Season Tailgate last Saturday afternoon!
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2023-05-0959 minVoices in the FamilyThe Role of Exercise in Mental HealthA comprehensive new study akes a strong case that exercise is very effective in combatting depression and anxiety. In their weekly conversation, WHYY’s Maiken Scott and psychologist Dan Gottlieb discuss the results.
2023-03-2404 minVoices in the FamilyLooking at Rising Anxiety in a Different WayAnxiety disorders are on the rise in this country, especially since the pandemic.
What are the reasons for this steep increase? In their weekly conversation, WHYY’s Maiken Scott and psychologist Dan Gottlieb discuss anxiety, and Dan suggests a different way to look at the issue.
2023-02-2404 minVoices in the FamilyThe Value of Neighborhood ConnectionsYour neighborhood affects your quality of life in many ways – whether you feel safe, comfortable, or have access to healthy food or green spaces. But – it goes beyond that. Rutgers researchers have found that the connections we have with our neighbors really matter.In their weekly conversation, WHYY’s Maiken Scott and psychologist Dan Gottlieb discuss the findings:
2023-01-2704 minVoices in the FamilyHelping People Overcome AnxietyLevels of anxiety are way up among adults and children – and many people cope by avoiding activities and things they are afraid of. An approach called “exposure therapy” has long shown promise in helping people with anxiety – and it’s coming into play more these days.
In their weekly conversation, WHYY’s Maiken Scott and psychologist Dan Gottlieb discuss how it works.
2023-01-0604 min
Radio TimesThe Radio Times finale: Marty Moss-Coane reflects on 35 yearsRadio Times ends Friday after 35 years on air. Fifty-two weeks a year, five days a week, loyal listeners tuned in to hear host MARTY MOSS-COANE’s live conversations with authors, politicians, poets, community organizers, scientists, artists, journalists and many others. In those thousands of hours, the show covered all kinds of topics from underfunded schools to plastic pollution, polarization in politics to reality TV, gun violence in Philadelphia to urban farming, and an hour on why we love shoes. Last week, we celebrated Marty Moss-Coane and Radio Times at a live event at the National Constitution Center. Dave Davies int...
2022-11-1849 minRadio TimesThe Phillies in the World SeriesThe Phillies pulled off a remarkable win against the Padres Sunday night and are now headed to the World Series. The fans went wild after 2021 MVP Bryce Harper’s series-clinching home run, flooding the Citizen Bank Park field and spreading to city streets and up greased lampposts. Not since 2009 have the Phillies made it to the World Series a year after they were crowned World Champions, and now they’re back again to compete against the against the Astros, who enter their fourth World Series in six years. Game 1 is Friday night in Houston.
We’ll celebrate the Ph...
2022-10-2749 minVoices in the FamilyIs doing for others good for you?Acting in selfless ways – helping others – can make people feel like they have more control over their lives and can reduce feelings of despair. That’s according to new research. In their weekly conversation, WHYY’s Maiken Scott and psychologist Dan Gottlieb discuss the implications.
2022-08-1204 minVoices in the FamilyRebuilding Trust in MedicineA new initiative headed by the American Board of Internal Medicine aims to re-build trust in healthcare organizations across different dimensions – within the organizations themselves, and with the patients and communities they serve.
In their weekly conversation, psychologist Dan Gottlieb and WHYY’s Maiken Scott discuss what is at stake with this effort:
2022-05-0404 minVoices in the FamilyDealing with Imposter SyndromeDo you ever feel like you’re just not good enough at your job – that any moment, you could make a huge mistake, and everyone would realize that you’re a fraud? That sentiment is often called imposter syndrome.
In their weekly conversation, psychologist Dan Gottlieb and WHYY’s Maiken Scott discuss what to do when you’re feeling like that.
2022-03-1104 minVoices in the FamilyHelping kids and teens with mental health issuesMental health issues like anxiety, depression, or eating disorders among kids and adolescents have been on the rise since the beginning of the pandemic. Many educators, pediatricians, and mental health providers are calling the situation a crisis.
In their weekly conversation, psychologist Dan Gottlieb and WHYY’s Maiken Scott discuss what families can do to help kids navigate these difficult times.
2022-01-1004 minVoices in the FamilyCould Pain Reprocessing Therapy play a role in treating chronic pain?A targeted psychotherapy approach shows promising results in treating chronic back pain, and potentially other forms of chronic pain. The approach was studied at the University of Colorado, Boulder.
“For a long time, we have thought that chronic pain is due primarily to problems in the body, and most treatments to date have targeted that,” said lead author Yoni Ashar, who conducted the study. “This treatment is based on the premise that the brain can generate pain in the absence of injury or after an injury has healed, and that people can unlearn that pain.
In the...
2021-10-1804 minVoices in the FamilyWhat to do when it feels like your life is on holdThe coronavirus variants have brought new worries – and new restrictions. And in many ways, it feels like our lives are on hold. This prolonged period of living with uncertainty has put many people into a state of limbo, feeling like they are languishing.
In their weekly conversation, psychologist Dan Gottlieb and WHYY’s Maiken Scott discuss this feeling, and how we can deal with it.
2021-08-2304 minVoices in the FamilyHow to prepare for an unpleasant experienceWhen you have a health issue that requires surgery and a prolonged recovery period, you can feel a lot of anxiety and dread. How will you get through this time?
Psychologist Dan Gottlieb is very familiar with this situation – and those feelings, and offers some advice in his weekly conversation with WHYY’s Maiken Scott.
2021-05-0304 minVoices in the FamilyLooking for lessons from the pandemicWe tend to look for silver linings – even during this difficult past year with the pandemic. What will we learn or take away from this time?
WHYY’s Maiken Scott and psychologist Dan Gottlieb talked about that in their weekly conversation.
2021-04-1204 minVoices in the FamilyCoping with new waves of anxietyMany people continue to feel a lot of anxiety because of the pandemic. What is safe or not safe once somebody is vaccinated? What will it be like to return to the office? Will I feel okay in social settings?
In their weekly conversation. WHYY’s Maiken Scott and psychologist Dan Gottlieb ways to cope with that kind of anxiety.
2021-03-3004 minVoices in the FamilyThe Power of Human TouchHuman touch is important for our well-being and health, but with the pandemic, lots of people are experiencing much less of it. In their weekly conversation. WHYY’s Maiken Scott and psychologist Dan Gottlieb discuss the impact – and potential solutions.
2021-03-0104 min
Pero Whyy? PodcastEp 3: Pero Whyy? New Years EditionNew Year, New me?
This episode we unpack the thought process behind New Years resolution. Pero Why do we feel the need to set resolutions? How do balance patience and accountability with ourselves? Babs talks about a memorable and messy NYE night.
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2021-01-2049 min
The Why: Philly ExplainedWill Philly’s new police oversight commission be any better?Philadelphia has had a Police Advisory Commission for decades. In theory, it was responsible for handling complaints from citizens about police misconduct. In practice, the commission wielded little power, and the process for a single complaint to be fully adjudicated often took years. Now, Philadelphia voters have approved a new independent body to do the job. But there are very few details about how the Citizen Police Oversight Commission will work, and how it will be funded–leaving some wondering whether it will be any better than the body it’s replacing. Annette talks this over with WHYY Criminal Just...
2020-12-1000 minVoices in the FamilyDoes a positive outlook positively affect memory?A new study finds that people who are cheerful and content, what psychologists call “positive affect,” are less likely to experience memory decline as they age. This new study adds to the growing body of research on the relationship between positive emotions and healthy aging.
In their weekly conversation, psychologist Dan Gottlieb and WHYY’s Maiken Scott discuss the findings.
2020-11-3004 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedDelaware’s new class of LGBTQ representativesDelaware has never sworn an openly gay person into its General Assembly. That will change this January, when three members of the LGBTQ community join the legislature, making history for the state.
WHYY reporter Zoë Read spoke to queer people across the state who said they saw this election as an especially important victory. They say that their hard-fought rights have slowly come under threat during the Trump administration, and they worry they could lose things like marriage equality with the appointment of Justice Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court. Zoë explains the progressive agendas of De...
2020-11-2314 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedWhy Trump’s lawyers keep targeting Pa.A full two weeks after the election, the Trump campaign is still challenging the Pennsylvania vote. Today, a federal judge will listen to the campaign’s arguments at a hearing in Western Pennsylvania.
But legal experts say Trump’s barrage of lawsuits doesn’t have merit. In addition, President-Elect Joe Biden won the state by 70,000 votes, and that 1% margin means those lawsuits won’t win the commonwealth for Trump.
But Trump is forging ahead anyway.
Ryan Briggs of WHYY’s PlanPhilly explains Trump’s legal challenges and why he’s suing.
2020-11-1712 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedInside Philly’s new COVID-19 restrictionsAs COVID cases soar, Philadelphia is unrolling a new round of restrictions: no more indoor dining at restaurants, and gyms and movie theaters must close. City officials initially tried to avoid taking these measures, and even increased indoor capacity at restaurants as cases were rising, likely because they were concerned about the impact they could have on businesses already struggling during the pandemic. Instead, they previously pressed residents to take personal responsibility, repeatedly encouraging them to wear a mask, wash their hands, and stay six feet apart from others.
WHYY health reporter Nina Feldman explains why Philadelphia...
2020-11-1618 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedWhat worked for Biden in Delaware might not in D.C.Delaware politicians are known for their civility and a spirit of compromise. It traces back to one of the state’s oldest traditions: Return Day, an 18th-century ritual that includes a carriage ride, a town crier, and a hatchet that literally gets buried in the sand. It usually occurs every two years and attracts the state’s leading elected officials, though the coronavirus limited the celebration this year.
Still, President-Elect Joe Biden is a fan of Return Day and seldom misses one.
How have Return Day and Delaware’s unique brand of politics shaped Biden? And wil...
2020-11-1213 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedThe trauma caused by viral videos of police killing Black menA cell phone video of the killing of West Philadelphia resident Walter Wallace Jr. was viewed more than a 1 million times. Then, on Nov. 4th, the Philadelphia Police Department released the official body camera footage of the shooting, which was undeniably disturbing.
There are two schools of thought about whether videos of police killing Black men should be released. One says they should, because they raise awareness about police brutality and systemic racism, while another says no, because watching them could be traumatic, especially for Black and brown people.
Guest Layla A. Jones of WHYY’s Bil...
2020-11-0915 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedVan Drew race speaks to U.S. political divideAll across the United States, election officials are counting votes — not just for the presidential race, but for Congressional races, too.
In New Jersey’s 2nd Congressional District, U.S. Representative Jeff Van Drew leads challenger Amy Kennedy. But it’s a tight race.
Van Drew has been a South Jersey politician for over two decades, but this is the first time he’s run as a Republican. Last year, he did something that is rare in politics — he switched parties from Democrat to Republican and pledged his undying support for President Trump.
Why did Van...
2020-11-0515 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedWhy Pa. didn’t have results on Election DayOver the weekend, President Trump said he wanted to see election results by the end of Election Day and suggested that Democrats may try to steal the election if the votes weren’t counted by then.
But with record numbers of mail-in ballots this year — more than 3 million voters requested them — and the fact that Pennsylvania is among a handful of states that won’t be able to start counting votes until Election Day, it’s highly unlikely the commonwealth will be able to process its ballots in one day.
Our guest, WHYY reporter Aaron Moselle, has...
2020-11-0315 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedPa. voters speakTomorrow is Election Day. More than 2.4 million early ballots have already been collected in Pennsylvania. Millions more people are expected to head to the polls in person on Tuesday, masks on. WHYY and Keystone Crossroads have been talking to voters across the state — from proud Trumpers to folks ridin’ with Biden, from the burbs to the city to rural Pa. Today, we step aside and bring you the voices of people voting in what could be the most important swing state this election.
2020-11-0221 minThe Why: Philly Explained911 program could have helped spare Walter Wallace’s lifeWalter Wallace Jr.’s family says they called for an ambulance on Monday afternoon because the 27-year-old was in the midst of a mental health crisis. Police arrived instead, and Wallace was shot and killed by two officers. Only three weeks earlier, the department announced a new program calling for a clinically trained behavioral health worker to help identify 911 calls that require a different kind of response. WHYY reporters Ximena Conde and Nina Feldman explain why that initiative wasn’t implemented in time, potentially costing Wallace his life.
2020-10-2918 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedPhilly could ban using tear gas, rubber bullets on protestersOn Thursday, Philadelphia City Council is expected to pass a ban police officers’ use of tear gas, rubber bullets and other “less lethal munitions” against protesters. The city’s police department already put a moratorium on these tactics after police clashed with racial justice demonstrators in late May and early June. That policy was put to the test Monday night when violence erupted in response to the death of Walter Wallace, a Black man who was shot and killed by police in the city’s Cobb’s Creek neighborhood. Darryl C. Murphy of WHYY’s PlanPhilly and WHYY reporter Ximena Conde c...
2020-10-2700 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedThe chances of flipping the Pa. legislature blueRepublicans have dominated state politics in Harrisburg for decades. For Democrats, gaining control of the General Assembly has been something of a holy grail — elusive, but they’re inching closer. And this year, there’s a chance both chambers could be up for grabs. WHYY political reporter Katie Meyer explains that while Democrats still face an uphill battle, their growing appeal in the suburbs could help them gain more seats in the Legislature.
2020-10-2615 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedPhilly’s new legal strategy to bypass the state and enact gun lawsPhiladelphia is suing state of Pennsylvania so it can enact stronger gun control laws, as at least 391 people have been murdered in the city so far this year. Philly has tried this before — in 2007, the city sued the state for preempting local gun laws and failing to take action on gun violence, without success. There were 391 homicides in the city that entire year. WHYY criminal justice reporter Aaron Moselle and Billy Penn’s Layla A. Jones explain why attorneys hope a new legal strategy involving something called the “state-created danger” doctrine could help the city win this time.
2020-10-2217 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedA historic deal on affordable housing in PhillyIt was a movement born out of the George Floyd protests for racial justice: Hundreds of people who had experienced homelessness camped out on the Ben Franklin Parkway, on Ridge Avenue and squatted in empty houses across Philadelphia to demand affordable housing. Finally, after months of negotiations with the city and federal housing officials, the two sides have come to an agreement that will clear the encampments and provide permanent housing for residents. WHYY’s Susan Phillips explains how this historic deal was struck, and whether it could make a dent in Philadelphia’s affordable housing problem.
2020-10-2015 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedNew push to boost LGBTQ protections in Pa.Violence against transgender and gender non-conforming people has been on the rise for years. Here in Philly, three Black trans women have been attacked in the last six months — two of them were murdered. Michaela Winberg with WHYY’s Billy Penn explains their cases have called attention to the fact Pennsylvania’s hate crimes law does not include protections for LGBTQ people, and why advocates — including Kendall Stevens, a Black trans woman who survived a brutal attack this year — say that needs to change.
2020-10-1917 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedRooting out Philly’s gun violence epidemicWith nearly three months left to go, more people have been murdered in Philadelphia this year than in all of 2019 and 1,655 people have been shot. The violence is tearing families and communities apart — but many Philadelphians are also stepping forward with ideas to root out the epidemic. WHYY’s Community Contributors and Engagement Editor Chris Norris shares his takeaways from “Neighbors in the Crossfire,” his recent three-part TV series that explores the causes and possible solutions to the city’s gun violence crisis.
2020-10-1216 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedVoting anxiety? Here’s what you need to knowLess than a month away from Election Day, there’s a lot of anxiety hanging over voters’ heads: an unprecedented number of people voting by mail, the coronavirus pandemic and President Trump sowing seeds of doubt over the integrity of the election. WHYY political reporter Katie Meyer walks us through a practical guide to ease the mind of a worried voter: how to properly fill out and send in a mail in ballot (make sure it isn’t naked!), what’s up with Philly’s satellite election offices, the security of in-person voting and more.
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2020-10-0816 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedSEPTA’s rampant overtime spendingThe pandemic has thrown SEPTA into a budget crisis. Ridership and revenue are both way down and the agency is considering service cuts. But that didn’t stop them from spending what experts say is an unusually large amount of money on overtime. One SEPTA police officer doubled his salary and made almost as much as the mayor of Philadelphia. Ryan Briggs with WHYY’s PlanPhilly and Michaela Winberg with WHYY’s Billy Penn uncovered this troubling pattern, which stands in stark relief next to SEPTA’s recent statement it can’t afford to pay additional death benefits to families of...
2020-10-0616 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedHow Pennsylvania fumbled COVID-19 death countsDuring the deadliest months of the pandemic so far, Pennsylvania’s new electronic death reporting system was not ready for prime time. The state still relied on faxes — yes, faxes — from funeral directors, doctors and medical examiners to create an official death record. Sara Simon dug into the delays for Spotlight PA, along with WHYY’s Nina Feldman and Ryan Briggs. She explains that just when public officials were making tough decisions about how to allocate scarce resources, like COVID-19 tests and PPE, the state did not have an accurate count of how many people had actually died from the virus
2020-10-0113 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedThe new COVID-19 app: the promises and the tradeoffsAs we wait for scientists to produce a COVID-19 vaccine, contract tracing is one of the most reliable ways to stop the spread. Now, Pennsylvania and Delaware have also released a new “exposure notification app” to let users know if they’ve been near someone who’s tested positive for the virus. New Jersey is piloting its app on college campuses. WHYY health and science reporter Alan Yu explains this could help reach people traditional contact tracing isn’t — but there’s a tradeoff: The privacy protections put in place to convince more people to download the app could make it much m...
2020-09-2915 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedWhy the Biden-Harris ticket needs Black PhiladelphiansPennsylvania is going to be one of the most important states — if not THE most important state — in determining the outcome of this year’s presidential election. President Trump won Pennsylvania by a narrow margin in 2016, thanks in part to a crucial number of Democratic voters sitting out the election. WHYY’s political reporter Katie Meyer explains that’s why this year, the question in Philly is not whether the Biden-Harris ticket will win the city, but by how much. One key group they have to convince? Black voters, some of whom feel the Democratic Party has taken their support for...
2020-09-2816 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedPhilly Latinos are under-tested for COVID-19Latinos in Philadelphia make up 15% of the city’s population — but only 6% of those who’ve gotten tested for COVID-19. In fact, they’re getting tested at the lowest rate of any racial and ethnic group in the city, despite contracting the virus at high rates. When WHYY health reporter Nina Feldman spoke to Latino residents and community leaders, she learned there are several reasons why, including language barriers, anti-immigrant policies and sentiments, as well as limited job security and access to health insurance.
2020-09-2218 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedHIV-era policy still limits gay men from giving blood during COVIDAntibody-rich plasma from people who’ve recovered from COVID-19 is one treatment being researched to help those still battling the virus. But an estimated 360,000 people willing to donate their plasma are not allowed to do so — despite the fact it could save roughly a million Americans. WHYY’s Zoe Read explains why a relic of the 1980s HIV epidemic still limits gay men from giving blood. She says Philly area politicians and LGBTQ advocates are pushing back.
2020-09-2114 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedPhilly’s looming eviction crisisHaving a safe place to live has never been more important than during the COVID-19 pandemic. But as the economic fallout forced millions of people out of work, many of them struggled to pay their rent. Now, the state’s moratorium on evictions has expired. The CDC has stepped in with its own federal moratorium and renters in Philly recently got a temporary reprieve, but neither offers a longterm solution. Ryan Briggs of WHYY’s PlanPhilly explains why as many as 100,000 households in the city are still at risk of eviction.
2020-09-1512 minVoices in the FamilyFeeling guilty for feeling happy?A lot of people feel overwhelmed by the news lately. The pandemic continues, the political landscape is polarized, wildfires rage on the West Coast. This kind of upsetting information can leave people feeling conflicted if they are otherwise having a good day. In their weekly conversation, WHYY’s Maiken Scott and psychologist Dan Gottlieb discuss these feelings, and how we can handle them.
2020-09-1404 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedRacism and deadly traffic on Cobbs Creek ParkwayAvante Reynolds was a new mom with a growing YouTube following when she was killed in a hit and run on Cobbs Creek Parkway in West Philly a few weeks ago. But the driver is not the only one responsible for her death. Michaela Winberg, reporter for WHYY’s Billy Penn, dug deep into the long history of racist policies that have led communities of color to live near dangerous roadways like the Cobbs Creek Parkway and their calls for change to be ignored.
2020-09-0816 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedCommunity fridges a fresh form of a long Philly traditionHere’s one good thing that’s popped up in Philly during the pandemic: community fridges full of free food to help people who have been struggling to make ends meet. It turns out the fridges are an example of something called “mutual aid,” which is a tradition in Philadelphia stretching back more than a century. WHYY’s Emily Scott digs into that history and explains how the tradition has shifted in response to different crises over the decades from helping free Black people after the Revolutionary War to COVID-19.
2020-09-0314 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedPhilly battles two public health crisesPhiladelphia is hurting. Not only is the city fighting a global pandemic, but it’s also battling an escalating and deadly epidemic of gun violence. The number of people shot in Philadelphia continues to rise to historic levels, and many in that number are children. On top of it all, it’s largely affecting Black people who are at a greater risk for getting COVID-19. WHYY criminal justice reporter Aaron Moselle, explains how these two public health crises may be related, what the city is doing about it and how families are coping.
2020-08-2717 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedCOVID-19 ‘long haulers’ face uncertain futureWhen the pandemic started, most doctors seemed to think that COVID was an illness that typically lasted about two weeks. Now, we know a lot of people are still experiencing sometimes debilitating symptoms weeks and months after they were infected. A University of Pennsylvania clinic is trying to figure out why they are still suffering and how to treat them. WHYY health reporter Nina Feldman talked to several “long haulers” in the region about their experiences which range from physical problems to mental health concerns.
2020-08-2515 minVoices in the FamilyCalming Parents’ AnxietyThe beginning of the school year is coming into very sharp focus for many families – and many schools and school districts are still working out the details on how they will teach children. Return to the classroom? Stay online? A hybrid model? It’s a time of high anxiety that can be tough to navigate.
In their weekly conversation, WHYY’s Maiken Scott and psychologist Dan Gottlieb discuss coping strategies for parents and kids to deal with this uncertainty.
2020-08-1904 minThe Why: Philly ExplainedEnforcing mask-wearing in Pa.? The struggle is realPennsylvania requires everyone to wear masks when they leave the house — but the state has left business owners, transit agencies and individuals to enforce the rule, which isn’t always easy. Miles Bryan of WHYY’s Keystone Crossroads explains how hard it’s been for businesses to enforce the mask rules, and what experts say the state could do to help them. Then, Michaela Winberg with WHYY’s Billy Penn tells us what happened when SEPTA changed its strategy for how to handle this.
2020-08-1823 min
Voices in the FamilyHealthcare workers feel the mental health toll of the pandemicHealthcare workers in areas where the coronavirus hit hard have been under a lot of stress. They’ve witnessed so much suffering and tragedy, worked long hours, dealt with PPE shortages, and feared for their own safety.
The emotional toll has been steep, and now many are anxious that the infection rates are climbing back up. In their weekly conversation, WHYY’s Maiken Scott and psychologist Dan Gottlieb discuss the mental health of healthcare workers
2020-06-2904 minVoices in the FamilyToo much togetherness can be challenging for couplesDo you remember that old Turtles song that goes “you and me, and me and you”??
That sounds great when you’re newly in love, but during a pandemic all this togetherness can become very difficult to manage! Especially when you add all of this stress. How is this impacting relationships?
In their weekly conversation, WHYY’s Maiken Scott and psychologist Dan Gottlieb discuss.
2020-06-1104 min
SchooledSchooled: Season Three TrailerWhat does it really mean to get a good education?
What is educational success?
The third season of WHYY’s Schooled podcast explores these questions and more through stories of different students fighting to escape poverty in Philadelphia. The four episode season will be released weekly starting on August 7.
Listen to the season trailer above.
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Joshua Martinez grew up in poverty in a neighborhood where selling drugs is a way of life. At 16, he quit school, but soon feared he had put himself on a dead...
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NewsWorks TonightNewsWorks Tonight, August 30, 2018Campbell Soup is not for sale … despite some investors’ wishes. Vonie Long, President of USW Amalgamated Local 1165 gives insight into the steel business. Philadelphia sees an uptick in STDs, but researchers say finding out why isn’t so simple. An invasive pest problem might be solved by another foreign insect. Theater critic Howard Shapiro sits down with WHYY’s Peter Crimmins to give an overview of this year’s Fringe offerings.
2018-08-3100 min
Cosby UnraveledEp 11: Can I Get A Witness?On this episode of Cosby Unraveled from WHYY, we take a closer look at new witnesses, including reality star Janice Dickinson, who will testify for the prosecution, along with defense witness Margo Jackson, who is expected to share damning information against plaintiff Andrea Constand in the retrial of Bill Cosby.
2018-04-1113 minCosby UnraveledEp 10: Spanish FlyOn this episode of Cosby Unraveled from WHYY, we hear from a new Cosby accuser and explore why a successful, wealthy, celebrity icon, would need to drug women for sex.
2018-04-0414 min
Fresh Air From WHYY'Fresh Air' Remembers Engineer Kevin GriffinWe remember longtime WHYY engineer Kevin Griffin, who died Saturday. We'll miss him.
2017-11-0705 minCosby UnraveledEp 08: MistrialIn the sexual assault case against Bill Cosby, with a hopelessly deadlocked jury, the judge declared a mistrial. But the story isn’t over yet. There are still questions that haven’t been answered.
Comedian. Beloved television star. “America’s Dad.” Accused sexual predator. In June 2017, Bill Cosby faced a jury that would determine whether he’s guilty or not of drugging and sexually assaulting one of more than 60 women who have accused him of sexual misconduct. Cosby Unraveled, a podcast from WHYY, explores Cosby’s beginnings in the projects of North Philadelphia, the heights of his influence, and...
2017-06-1915 minCosby UnraveledEp 07: Deliberation and DeadlockAfter more than four days and 30 hours of deliberation, the jury in the sexual assault case against Bill Cosby has not reached a verdict. The deadlock could result in a hung jury. We ask what that means for both Cosby and Andrea Constand.
Comedian. Beloved television star. “America’s Dad.” Accused sexual predator. In June 2017, Bill Cosby faces a jury that will determine whether he’s guilty or not of drugging and sexually assaulting one of more than 60 women who have accused him of sexual misconduct. Cosby Unraveled, a podcast from WHYY, explores Cosby’s beginnings in the projec...
2017-06-1605 minCosby UnraveledEp 06: The Accusers Speak OutOn this episode, we take a closer look at the testimony of Andrea Constand and her mother. Other alleged victims of Cosby show their support for Constand and we hear about backlash on social media.
Comedian. Beloved television star. “America’s Dad.” Accused sexual predator. In June 2017, Bill Cosby faces a jury that will determine whether he’s guilty or not of drugging and sexually assaulting one of more than 60 women who have accused him of sexual misconduct. Cosby Unraveled, a podcast from WHYY, explores Cosby’s beginnings in the projects of North Philadelphia, the heights of his influen...
2017-06-0912 minCosby UnraveledEp 05: The Testimony of Andrea ConstandOn the second day of the trial, Andrea Constand takes the stand. Out of all of Cosby’s accusers, Constand’s allegations against the comedian are the only ones that have lead to criminal charges.
Comedian. Beloved television star. “America’s Dad.” Accused sexual predator. In June 2017, Bill Cosby faces a jury that will determine whether he’s guilty or not of drugging and sexually assaulting one of more than 60 women who have accused him of sexual misconduct. Cosby Unraveled, a podcast from WHYY, explores Cosby’s beginnings in the projects of North Philadelphia, the heights of his influence...
2017-06-0711 minCosby UnraveledEp 04: Day One of the TrialOn this episode we hear about opening statements, the testimony of victim #6, and from Gloria Allred about statute of limitations.
Comedian. Beloved television star. “America’s Dad.” Accused sexual predator. In June 2017, Bill Cosby faces a jury that will determine whether he’s guilty or not of drugging and sexually assaulting one of more than 60 women who have accused him of sexual misconduct. Cosby Unraveled, a podcast from WHYY, explores Cosby’s beginnings in the projects of North Philadelphia, the heights of his influence, and the causes of his downfall.
On this episode we hear about open...
2017-06-0615 minCosby UnraveledEp 03: Cosby on TrialIn episode 3, Cosby faces one of his accusers and the court of public opinion.
Comedian. Beloved television star. “America’s Dad.” Accused sexual predator. In June 2017, Bill Cosby faces a jury that will determine whether he’s guilty or not of drugging and sexually assaulting one of more than 60 women who have accused him of sexual misconduct. Cosby Unraveled, a podcast from WHYY, explores Cosby’s beginnings in the projects of North Philadelphia, the heights of his influence, and the causes of his downfall.
In episode 3, Cosby faces one of his accusers and the court of public o...
2017-06-0219 minCosby UnraveledEp 02: A Complicated LegacyThe black community reacts to Cosby’s criticisms as allegations of sexual assault become public.
Comedian. Beloved television star. “America’s Dad.” Accused sexual predator. In June 2017, Bill Cosby faces a jury that will determine whether he’s guilty or not of drugging and sexually assaulting one of more than 60 women who have accused him of sexual misconduct. Cosby Unraveled, a podcast from WHYY, explores Cosby’s beginnings in the projects of North Philadelphia, the heights of his influence, and the causes of his downfall.
In episode 2, the black community reacts to Cosby’s criticisms as allegations...
2017-05-3122 minCosby UnraveledEp 01: From Philly Projects to America’s DadIn episode 1, we take a look at Cosby’s North Philadelphia roots and his rise to fame.
Comedian. Beloved television star. “America’s Dad.” Accused sexual predator. In June 2017, Bill Cosby faces a jury that will determine whether he’s guilty or not of drugging and sexually assaulting one of more than 60 women who have accused him of sexual misconduct. Cosby Unraveled, a podcast from WHYY, explores Cosby’s beginnings in the projects of North Philadelphia, the heights of his influence, and the causes of his downfall.
In episode 1, we take a look at Cosby’s North Philad...
2017-05-2417 minCosby UnraveledEp. 00: TrailerComedian. Beloved television star. “America’s Dad.” Accused sexual predator. In June 2017, Bill Cosby faces a jury that will determine whether he’s guilty or not of drugging and sexually assaulting one of more than 60 women who have accused him of sexual misconduct. Cosby Unraveled, a podcast from WHYY, explores Cosby’s beginnings in the projects of North Philadelphia, the heights of his influence, and the causes of his downfall.
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