Radio Times

04/28/2022

We're ready for the show! Guest host Tracey Matisak is in to talk about microplastics in our air, water and soil -- and the damage they cause to our health. 👉 https://bit.ly/3vmJ6lc

04/26/2022

ICYMI: Here's Mary Cummings-Jordan yesterday with our guest, actor Steven Eng. He's in a solo play called "Hold These Truths" at People's Light and plays THIRTY EIGHT different characters!

The play is fantastic, and tells the story of what happened to Japanese Americans after the attack on Pearl Harbor. The main character, Gordon Hirabayashi, refused to comply with many of the unjust restrictions placed on Japanese people during WWII, including curfew and internment, and his case went all the way to the Supreme Court. You can revisit the episode with actor Steven here: https://bit.ly/3kc3XRJ

‼️ TOMORROW: We revisit Marty's interview with Anthea Butler on her book "White Evangelical Racism"

04/25/2022

Council Post: The Environmental Cost Of Free Returns: How To Ensure Returns Bolster Sustainability And The Cyclical Economy

👋 Paige here: $218 billion worth of merchandise ordered online was RETURNED last year. Even though so many companies have simple return policies (usually free), there is a real cost to all of the back & forth.

On tomorrow's RT, we'll listen to Marty's interview with The Atlantic's Amanda Mull and Hitendra Chaturvedi, who wrote "Sense and Sustainability".

Additional research found more than a quarter of retailers have seen a rise in the number of online-purchased items returned by customers.

04/22/2022

Marty here: We enjoy working with WHYY engineer Al Banks. He always has something upbeat to share. He began at the station in 1980 and has held many different jobs… telemarketer, mail room supervisor, videotape librarian, assistant traffic manager, production assistant for TV and engineer since the 1990’s. We’ve used him for voiceovers for RT because of his deep melodic voice. You hear his name and now here he is!

04/21/2022

Reality Stars Are Just Like Us

🤭 Marty & Paige here. Please listen to our very serious confession.

We somewhat regularly enjoy "Reality" TV. Marty insists that she only watches Real Housewives of New Jersey occasionally (I mostly believe her). I, Paige, on the other hand, fully admit to following the Kardashian clan and the Bachelor franchise.

WILL YOU SHARE IN OUR DELIGHT/MISERY? Do you have a guilty pleasure TV show?

Let us know! Tomorrow, we're talking with Danielle J. Lindemann, author of "True Story: What Reality TV Says About Us."

In “True Story,” the sociologist Danielle J. Lindemann parses the enduring appeal and effect of the TV genre.

04/20/2022

American veterans train Ukrainian volunteers in combat

Tomorrow we are talking about the new phase of Russia's war in Ukraine -- the battlefronts, strategies, tactics and weapons. We'll be joined by Malcolm Nance, former MSNBC national security analyst and former U.S. intelligence officer, who recently joined the foreign fighters legion in Ukraine. Russian military expert Dmitry Gorenburg will also with us along with Iraq war veteran and novelist Matt Gallagher, who was among a group of veterans who went to Ukraine to train civilians how to fight. Check out CNN Anderson Cooper's report on their work with Ukrainian volunteers.

US veterans speak to CNN's Anderson Cooper about why they traveled to Ukraine to help train volunteer fighters.#CNN #News

04/19/2022

TSA stops mask enforcement after federal judge voids mandate

😷 Does it seem like this week has been total mask madness? Tomorrow on Radio Times, we talk about the new Omicron subvariant, vaccines, masks and learning to live with Covid-19.

We're joined by The Atlantic writer Katherine Wu and Boston University professor of health law, policy and management Julia Raifman. Send questions and comments!

The transportation mandate has been among the highest-profile mask requirements in the country.

04/19/2022

Marty here: My bad!
Is “I feel badly about” incorrect grammar?
The linking verb “feel” must link noun to adjective, not adverb. The person feels sorry or regretful. Thus, the correct sentence is, “I feel BAD about that.”

04/18/2022

The Shame Machine: Who Profits In The New Age Of Humiliation - WHYY

Tomorrow: SHAME. In the internet age, public shaming is common, and millions of people will go after you for one tweet or social media post. In the age of "Karens", who profits from mass shaming, and is it ever useful?

We discuss the public shaming on social media, where one tweet or post can make you the subject of humiliation by millions of people and end your career in an instant.

04/15/2022

Marty here: This is Brandon Black .. part of our talented and hardworking building crew at WHYY. One of my pleasures are my early morning chats with him about his many projects.

04/14/2022

"Outta My Way!" Narcissism Is Linked to Aggressive Driving

Marty here: Have you noticed more aggressive drivers? I have … motorist weaving in and out of traffic on I95, plowing through red lights and stop signs, tailgating and not using blinkers if making a turn. On Friday’s show …what’s “ driving” this behavior and to do about it! Open to any and all ideas…

Research shows a link between narcissism, age, gender, and dangerous driving.

04/13/2022

Primatologist Frans de Waal explores gender, sex and identity in ‘Different’

Marty here: I'm looking forward to Thursday's show and a return appearance by Frans de Waal. His new book is so timely challenging widely-held beliefs about sex, gender and identity using his research on chimps and bonobos.

Like everyone else, retired Emory University professor Frans de Waal was housebound for 18 months during the pandemic. Unlike the rest of us, he used that opportunity to write a book, “Different: Gender Through the Eyes of a Primatologist” (W.W. Norton & Company, $30), covering what the scie...

04/12/2022

From the super-rich to simply salaried, what the Pa. U.S. Senate candidates earn

Tomorrow, we're talking PA politics with some fantastic local experts, including WHYY News reporter Katie Meyer.

What's going on with the very crowded GOP gubernatorial primary race? What does former Preisdent Trump's endorsement of Dr. Oz mean for the candidates? We'll look at the Democratic candidates for the U.S. Senate, and talk about the millions of dollars being spent on political ads by both parties. Tune in at 10a.m. & again at 11p.m. on WHYY tomorrow.

From the millionaires to the candidates just collecting a paycheck, a look at the earnings disclosures of Dems and Republicans running for U.S. Senate.

04/11/2022

Hi listeners! Paige here. There have been some disturbing trends among teens unveiled by the CDC in recent weeks. Depression, anxiety and suicide have increased significantly among adolescents. And, while remote-learning for the past two years, a percentage of American youth said they experienced physical and emotional abuse at home.

Join us tomorrow to hear directly from the CDC as well as two local experts ---> https://whyy.org/episodes/teens-in-crisis/

04/08/2022

Marty here: Our guests on Friday were all smiles discussing the confirmation of Ketanji Brown Jackson to the US Supreme Court. Simone Hunter-Hobson and Chayla Sherrod, are both second year law students at Penn. Such a pleasure talking with them about Jackson, the law, race and their future plans.

04/07/2022

Marty here: It's official and historic... the US Senate just voted to confirm soon-to-be Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson for the US Supreme Court. More Friday on RT.....

04/07/2022

Special Edition: Remembering Bobby Rydell - WHYY

Pulled from the archives: A special edition of the Radio Times, where we revisit our conversation with Bobby Rydell, who died yesterday at the age of 79.

He was a part of the crop of young rock stars who emerged from South Philadelphia in the 1950s, and joined us to talk about his life, his music, and his hair. The teen idol was known for his hits ‘Wildwood Days,’ ‘Volare,’ ‘Swinging School,’ among many others, and appeared in the movie ‘Bye, Bye, Birdie’ with Dick Van Dyke and Ann-Margret in 1963.

From the archives, our 2016 interview with Bobby Rydell, whose musical stardom emerged from South Philadelphia in the 1950s. He passed away this week at the age of 79.

04/06/2022

Philly's big illegal dumping problem: Residents are furious as the city picks up more trash, catches fewer perpetrators

Marty here" On Thursday's show...cleaning up Philadelphia.... why trash and illegal dumping are such persistent problems that affect public safety, health and quality of life. Among our guests is Terrill Haigler AKA " Ya Fav Trashman."

Officials swear they have plans to fix it, but say they need more funding.

04/05/2022

Up-Close Ukraine Atrocity Photographs Touch a Global Nerve

Marty here: The photos and videos from Ukraine are horrifying. This is what war looks like and we are essentially bystanders watching the country get destroyed and the population terrorized. On Wednesday's show... how images can be more powerful than words and how to make a case for war crimes.

The apparent execution of Ukrainian civilians by retreating Russian forces, their bodies strewn in streets and yards, has focused attention on what constitutes crimes in war.

04/04/2022

Benjamin Franklin and Revolution

Ken Burns' new documentary series, Benjamin Franklin, premieres tonight on PBS & WHYY! Last week, we had a virtual event where Marty spoke to Ken Burns himself, along with Walter Isaacson and Erica Dunbar.... We turned the event into a Radio Times episode so you can hear the fascinating conversation!

Tune in tomorrow at 10

A conversation with filmmaker Ken Burns on his new documentary 'Benjamin Franklin,' along with author Walter Isaacson and historian Erica Dunbar.

04/01/2022

On this day, 35 years ago, Radio Times broadcast LIVE from Philadelphia! Thank you to our listeners, whether you've just started listening or have been here since the beginning. We appreciate each of you.

So much to say about the fantastic human that is Marty Moss-Coane, who we love to listen to every morning. Please join us in wishing Marty a happy 35th! Enjoy these photos that have us feeling extra happy this morning - and don't worry, more behind-the-scenes to come!

03/31/2022

Prophet of the polar vortex - Scienceline

Marty here: On Friday's show we take the earth's temperature and talk about the impact of climate change on plants, animals and us human beings. Our guest, Jennifer Francis, says it's time to stop subsidizing the fossil fuel industry.

When Winter Storm Uri devastated Texas in 2021, climate scientist Jennifer Francis found her research in the spotlight once again.

03/30/2022

Jan. 6 White House logs given to House show 7-hour gap in Trump calls

Marty here: On Thursday's show....missing hours from the WH phone log on January 6th and Ginni Thomas' text messages to Trump's WH chief pressuring him to overturn 2020 election. Then Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, ethics, recusal and the highest court.

The House select committee is now investigating whether it has the full record and whether Trump communicated that day through back channels, phones of aides or personal disposable phones, according to people familiar with the probe.

03/29/2022

'Keep the Memories, Lose the Stuff': How to Declutter for Good - WHYY

Hi listeners! Does the clutter in your home make you feel bad? Do you consider yourself to be tidy?

Tomorrow, we're talking about downsizing and decluttering with super expert Matt Paxton. He's often featured on the show "Hoarders" and he'll join us to discuss why we love having stuff around and why it's hard to part with memories.

We'll get some really good advice about decluttering in a way that's sustainable, efficient, and makes us feel good!

P.S. This is Paige - my house is chaotic sometimes - and I'm really looking forward to this show!

In Matt Paxton's latest book, America’s top cleaning expert and star of the hit series Legacy List distills his fail-proof approach to decluttering and downsizing.

03/29/2022

‘My Broken Language’ with Quiara Alegria Hudes - WHYY

The Free Library of Philadelphia selected Quiara Alegría Hudes' memoir, ‘My Broken Language’, for its #OneBookOnePhiladelphia.

At 10, we revisit our interview with the playwright and author, discussing Hudes' life, work and her collaboration on the film In The Heights. Tune in this morning👇

The Free Library of Philadelphia selected Quiara Alegría Hudes' 'My Broken Language' for the One Book, One Philadelphia of 2022. We revisit our interview with Hudes today.

03/28/2022

Ben Franklin and the Revolution: A Conversation hosted by Marty-Moss Coane featuring Ken Burns, Walter Isaacson, and Erica Dunbar

HEY! Are you joining us virtually tomorrow for the big event?

Marty will interview legendary documentarian Ken Burns, Walter Isaacson (author of Benjamin Franklin: An American Life), and Erica Dunbar, a history professor at Rutgers!

This is a FREE event where we'll share ✨sneak previews✨ of "Benjamin Franklin: A Film by Ken Burns". Sign up right here! Hope to see you on the list 😉

Ben Franklin and the Revolution A conversation hosted by Marty Moss-Coane featuring Ken Burns, Walter Isaacson, and Erica Dunbar   Register for the free event here!   Join WHYY and PBS for a discussion on Benjamin Franklin: A Film by Ken Burns, featuring clips from the two-part series. Marty Mo...

03/27/2022

The Regional Roundup - March 28th - WHYY

👇Tomorrow, NJ Congressman Andy Kim joins us to talk about Ukraine, the Ketanji Brown Jackson hearings and more. We'll also talk with PlanPhilly reporter Aaron Moselle about the corruption trial of Kenyatta Johnson. And, the latest on March Madness, including the Cinderella story of the St. Peter's Peacocks.

The corruption trial against Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson; Villanova men's basketball advances in the tournament; NJ Congressman Andy Kim joins us.