
Books
Kamala Harris reflects on 2024 presidential run, VP picks at Philadelphia book event
A key subplot in Harris' book “107 Days” is her account of her vice president vetting process, including a somewhat critical portrayal of Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:26The new law creates a statewide process that school boards and communities must follow when someone wants books taken off library shelves.
2 weeks ago
Listen 2:10While in Philadelphia, Barrett spoke with NCC CEO Jeffrey Rosen about her legal philosophy and what inspired her to study law.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:35The first Latina Supreme Court justice spoke with WHYY’s Cherri Gregg and answered fan-submitted questions throughout the event.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:19Comic book teaches Philly youth about their rights regarding law enforcement
YEAH Philly’s “Know Your Rights” is a youth-focused guide for dealing with law enforcement.
3 weeks ago
Kensington library offers alternative while public libraries are closed
The Simple Library gives Kensington residents a space to read and gather, with plans for student book clubs during school year.
2 months ago
Philly’s Bookstore Crawl returns Aug. 23, bigger and better than ever
The event offers discounts, giveaways and book signings in and around the city. This year’s crawl will host a variety of authors and parties/events.
2 months ago
Why we gossip; the flip phone revolution
We'll hear from people who have tried to make the low-tech lifestyle work. And, Kelsey McKinney on why we love juicy gossip about friends, family and even celebrities.
Air Date: August 12, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 53:03A book of autographs in Philly revives the legacy of a forgotten Croatian hero
Joseph Mikulec walked the globe collecting signatures from kings and paupers. Now his century-old autograph book is going back home.
3 months ago
Listen 2:28Studio 2 Extra: Lisa Scottoline on her new psychological thriller
Bestselling Philly author Lisa Scottoline on her latest thriller and her approach to writing and life.
Air Date: July 11, 2025 2:00 pm
Listen 15:53Gisele Barreto Fetterman on ‘Radical Tenderness’
Gisele Barreto Fetterman on her childhood as an undocumented immigrant, her life now in the public eye, and why vulnerability is a source of strength.
Air Date: July 11, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 49:59The rise of romance novels and the ethics of human-chatbot relationships
AI chatbots are becoming more popular, offering people friendship, romance and even sex. Are these 'real' relationships? What do we lose without human connection?
Air Date: July 10, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:36Hayden, both the first woman and first Black person to head the Library of Congress, was fired by President Donald Trump in May.
3 months ago
Listen 1:17Supreme Court says Maryland parents can pull their kids from public school lessons using LGBTQ books
The justices reversed lower-court rulings in favor of the Montgomery County school system in suburban Washington.
3 months ago
Billy Penn’s series of Q&As with Philly’s independent publishers continues. This time: Daniel Akst of Tivoli Books.
4 months ago