The Sourcehttps://whyy.org/podcast-feeds/the-source/A weekly local news podcast featuring the WHYY newsroom’s most impactful audio reporting, including segments from Billy Penn, PlanPhilly, WHYY News Climate Desk and The Pulse. en-usStreamGuys RecastWHYYA weekly local news podcast featuring the WHYY newsroom’s most impactful audio reporting, including segments from Billy Penn, PlanPhilly, WHYY News Climate Desk and The Pulse. falseepisodicWHYYwebmaster@whyy.orghttps://whyy-od.streamguys1.com/recast/podcast/20260625122703_427787-thesource_logo_3000x3000.jpgThe Sourcehttps://whyy.org/podcast-feeds/the-source/Foundations fill funding gaps, Philly graffiti battle, artificial intelligence in Pa. schools, police partner with mental health professionals<p>The Source episode 10 uncovers how private foundations are helping fill scientific funding gaps. Moreover, the WHYY News team explains why a battle is brewing between a Bella Vista resident and street artists and how Pennsylvania’s rural and underfunded school districts are dealing with artificial intelligence. Plus, you will hear reports on Delaware police working with mental health professionals, the “Radical Americana” America 250 exhibition and the Quintessence Theatre Group’s impact in Mt. Airy.</p> <p>WHYY News staffers Alan Yu, Julia Binswanger, Kenny Cooper, Cris Barrish, Peter Crimmins and Kimberly Paynter contributed to this episode, which is hosted by Kenny Cooper. Enjoy our featured Billy Penn-ism, a bit of wit and wisdom from William Penn.</p> https://whyy.org/?post_type=episode&p=753623The Source episode 10 uncovers how private foundations are helping fill scientific funding gaps. Moreover, the WHYY News team explains why a battle is brewing between a Bella Vista resident and street artists and how Pennsylvania’s rural and underfunded school districts are dealing with artificial intelligence. Plus, you will hear reports on Delaware police working with mental health professionals, the “Radical Americana” America 250 exhibition and the Quintessence Theatre Group’s impact in Mt. Airy.

WHYY News staffers Alan Yu, Julia Binswanger, Kenny Cooper, Cris Barrish, Peter Crimmins and Kimberly Paynter contributed to this episode, which is hosted by Kenny Cooper. Enjoy our featured Billy Penn-ism, a bit of wit and wisdom from William Penn.

]]>https://whyy.org/episodes/the-source-episode-10/full22:47Mon, 21 Sep 2026 10:46:09 -0400Mass surveillance, Mütter Museum survey, child asthma rates, and singer Mallory Hawk’s ‘Chinook’<p>The Source episode 9 highlights the impact of mass surveillance, the Mütter Museum’s work to incorporate feedback, efforts to combat rising child asthma rates in Philadelphia, singer Mallory Hawk’s quest to overcome trauma and how the Woodlands Cemetery has developed into a green and recreational space.</p> <p>WHYY News staffers Cris Barrish, Alan Yu, Nicole Leonard, Cory Sharber and Emma Lee contributed to this episode, which is hosted by Kenny Cooper.</p> https://whyy.org/?post_type=episode&p=752938The Source episode 9 highlights the impact of mass surveillance, the Mütter Museum’s work to incorporate feedback, efforts to combat rising child asthma rates in Philadelphia, singer Mallory Hawk’s quest to overcome trauma and how the Woodlands Cemetery has developed into a green and recreational space.

WHYY News staffers Cris Barrish, Alan Yu, Nicole Leonard, Cory Sharber and Emma Lee contributed to this episode, which is hosted by Kenny Cooper.

]]>https://whyy.org/episodes/the-source-episode-9/full21:47Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:13:51 -0400Birthing center closure, rising North Philly home values, Whitesboro’s legacy in Cape May County and global warming<p>The Source episode eight uncovers a barrage of deed discrepancies in Whitesboro, a Black community in Cape May County. The news team also reports on rising home values in North Philly, the closure of a suburban birthing center after nearly 50 years, the impact of human-caused global warming on Greater Philadelphia, a queer theater group that recycles its props, and a farm in Northeast Philadelphia that serves as a community hub.</p> <p>WHYY News staffers Nicole Leonard, Meir Rinde, P. Kenneth Burns, Susan Phillips, Peter Crimmins and Kimberly Paynter contributed to this episode, which is hosted by Kenny Cooper.</p> https://whyy.org/?post_type=episode&p=751595The Source episode eight uncovers a barrage of deed discrepancies in Whitesboro, a Black community in Cape May County. The news team also reports on rising home values in North Philly, the closure of a suburban birthing center after nearly 50 years, the impact of human-caused global warming on Greater Philadelphia, a queer theater group that recycles its props, and a farm in Northeast Philadelphia that serves as a community hub.

WHYY News staffers Nicole Leonard, Meir Rinde, P. Kenneth Burns, Susan Phillips, Peter Crimmins and Kimberly Paynter contributed to this episode, which is hosted by Kenny Cooper.

]]>https://whyy.org/episodes/the-source-episode-8/full28:18Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:08:05 -0400Support for people with drug addictions, horse fly havoc, advocates for the Caroline’s Cart and more<p>The Source episode seven explores a range of stories, including how people with drug addictions can receive holistic help in Philadelphia thanks to the efforts of Project HOME. Plus, learn about why advocates are pushing for more shopping carts for people with disabilities, how a horse fly brought havoc to America 250 years ago, why a program that helps remove lead paint in Delaware is in high demand and how Pennsylvania’s whiskey tradition is growing. Finally, we visit PAWS in the Grays Ferry neighborhood, where the Philadelphia Welfare Society is the city’s largest rescue partner.</p> <p>WHYY News staffers Meir Rinde, Alan Yu, Susan Phillips, Cris Barrish, Zoe Read and Kimberly Paynter contributed to this episode, which is hosted by Kenny Cooper.</p> https://whyy.org/?post_type=episode&p=750902The Source episode seven explores a range of stories, including how people with drug addictions can receive holistic help in Philadelphia thanks to the efforts of Project HOME. Plus, learn about why advocates are pushing for more shopping carts for people with disabilities, how a horse fly brought havoc to America 250 years ago, why a program that helps remove lead paint in Delaware is in high demand and how Pennsylvania’s whiskey tradition is growing. Finally, we visit PAWS in the Grays Ferry neighborhood, where the Philadelphia Welfare Society is the city’s largest rescue partner.

WHYY News staffers Meir Rinde, Alan Yu, Susan Phillips, Cris Barrish, Zoe Read and Kimberly Paynter contributed to this episode, which is hosted by Kenny Cooper.

]]>https://whyy.org/episodes/support-for-people-with-drug-addictions-horse-fly-havoc-advocates-for-the-carolines-cart-and-more/full28:26Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:18:35 -0400The Source Episode 6<p>The Source episode six highlights why sixth graders in Delaware are seeking to protect the wetlands. Additional storytelling includes why postpartum visits in New Jersey are making a difference, how a group of Philadelphia nonprofits are working to reverse funding gaps, the legacy of Philadelphia’s music scene and a $25 million upgrade at the Philadelphia Zoo.</p> <p>WHYY News staffers Zoe Read, Nicole Leonard, Peter Crimmins, Cory Sharber and Kimberly Paynter contributed to this episode, which is hosted by Kenny Cooper.</p> https://whyy.org/?post_type=episode&p=750391The Source episode six highlights why sixth graders in Delaware are seeking to protect the wetlands. Additional storytelling includes why postpartum visits in New Jersey are making a difference, how a group of Philadelphia nonprofits are working to reverse funding gaps, the legacy of Philadelphia’s music scene and a $25 million upgrade at the Philadelphia Zoo.

WHYY News staffers Zoe Read, Nicole Leonard, Peter Crimmins, Cory Sharber and Kimberly Paynter contributed to this episode, which is hosted by Kenny Cooper.

]]>https://whyy.org/episodes/the-source-episode-6/full19:37Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:34:24 -0400The Source Episode 5<p>The Source episode five explores how weight loss surgery may be helpful for treating childhood obesity. The Pulse team uncovers why the GLP-1 drug may influence restaurants to offer smaller portions.</p> <p>The WHYY News Climate Desk explores climate-friendly building materials made by Penn researchers and the news team reports on how the botanical roots of America were unearthed as part of WHYY News’ America 250 coverage.</p> <p>Plus, we visit the East Passyunk neighborhood to check out El Chingon, a restaurant winning awards and hearts for its delicious food and welcoming atmosphere.</p> <p>WHYY News staffers Nicole Leonard, Alan Yu, Susan Phillips, Peter Crimmins and Kimberly Paynter contributed to this episode, which is hosted by Kenny Cooper.</p> https://whyy.org/?post_type=episode&p=749667The Source episode five explores how weight loss surgery may be helpful for treating childhood obesity. The Pulse team uncovers why the GLP-1 drug may influence restaurants to offer smaller portions.

The WHYY News Climate Desk explores climate-friendly building materials made by Penn researchers and the news team reports on how the botanical roots of America were unearthed as part of WHYY News’ America 250 coverage.

Plus, we visit the East Passyunk neighborhood to check out El Chingon, a restaurant winning awards and hearts for its delicious food and welcoming atmosphere.

WHYY News staffers Nicole Leonard, Alan Yu, Susan Phillips, Peter Crimmins and Kimberly Paynter contributed to this episode, which is hosted by Kenny Cooper.

]]>https://whyy.org/episodes/the-source-episode-5/full25:38Mon, 10 Aug 2026 05:00:13 -0400The Source Episode 4<p>The Source episode four travels to the depths of New Jersey’s Pinelands, where 21 fire towers are used by fire observers who utilize a century-old system to detect smoke. The state of New Jersey experiences 1,100 wildfires each year, and these fire towers are integral to firefighting efforts.</p> <p>Additional stories in this episode include the effects of the ongoing shortage of ADHD medications on patients in our region, a look back at how the British Army reveled in Philadelphia in 1778, the impact that traditional dance has on immigrant children, and why there is a Yiddish renaissance in Philly.</p> <p>WHYY News staffers Susan Phillips, Alan Yu, Peter Crimmins, Emily Neil and Emma Lee contributed to this episode, which is hosted by Kenny Cooper.</p> https://whyy.org/?post_type=episode&p=749060The Source episode four travels to the depths of New Jersey’s Pinelands, where 21 fire towers are used by fire observers who utilize a century-old system to detect smoke. The state of New Jersey experiences 1,100 wildfires each year, and these fire towers are integral to firefighting efforts.

Additional stories in this episode include the effects of the ongoing shortage of ADHD medications on patients in our region, a look back at how the British Army reveled in Philadelphia in 1778, the impact that traditional dance has on immigrant children, and why there is a Yiddish renaissance in Philly.

WHYY News staffers Susan Phillips, Alan Yu, Peter Crimmins, Emily Neil and Emma Lee contributed to this episode, which is hosted by Kenny Cooper.

]]>https://whyy.org/episodes/the-source-episode-4/full21:34Mon, 03 Aug 2026 05:00:14 -0400The Source Episode 3<p>The Source episode three explores the impact of a Camden junkyard on its neighborhood. Moreover, this podcast features Black women who sold pepperpot soup on the cobblestone streets of colonial Philadelphia 250 years ago, a Bucks County farm working to fight food hunger and a bilingual soccer anthem created in Philly. WHYY News staffers Sophia Schmidt, Kimberly Paynter, Emily Neil and Jennifer Lynn, as well as freelance journalist Katrina Janco contributed to this episode, which is hosted by Kenny Cooper.</p> https://whyy.org/?post_type=episode&p=748380The Source episode three explores the impact of a Camden junkyard on its neighborhood. Moreover, this podcast features Black women who sold pepperpot soup on the cobblestone streets of colonial Philadelphia 250 years ago, a Bucks County farm working to fight food hunger and a bilingual soccer anthem created in Philly. WHYY News staffers Sophia Schmidt, Kimberly Paynter, Emily Neil and Jennifer Lynn, as well as freelance journalist Katrina Janco contributed to this episode, which is hosted by Kenny Cooper.

]]>https://whyy.org/episodes/the-source-episode-3/full25:32Mon, 27 Jul 2026 05:00:57 -0400The Source Episode 2<p><span data-ogsc="rgb(33, 33, 33)">The second episode of The </span><span data-ogsc="rgb(33, 33, 33)">Source explores how the city of Philadelphia prepares for heat waves, the impact of the MOVE bombing amid its 40</span><span data-ogsc="rgb(33, 33, 33)">th</span><span data-ogsc="rgb(33, 33, 33)"> anniversary, why creative learning and musical instruction can yield positive future outcomes for New Jersey students and how a senior help line has made a profound impact in Delaware. WHYY Reporters Sophia Schmidt, Tom MacDonald, Cris Barrish and P. Kenneth Burns contributed to this episode.</span></p> https://whyy.org/?post_type=episode&p=747706The second episode of The Source explores how the city of Philadelphia prepares for heat waves, the impact of the MOVE bombing amid its 40th anniversary, why creative learning and musical instruction can yield positive future outcomes for New Jersey students and how a senior help line has made a profound impact in Delaware. WHYY Reporters Sophia Schmidt, Tom MacDonald, Cris Barrish and P. Kenneth Burns contributed to this episode.

]]>https://whyy.org/episodes/the-source-episode-2/full21:28Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:33 -0400The Source Episode 1<p><span data-ogsc="rgb(33, 33, 33)">The Source podcast&#8217;s first episode features stories by WHYY News reporters Cris Barrish, Tom MacDonald and Nicole Leonard. Barrish reports on Sarah McBride, Delaware’s newest Congresswoman, MacDonald chronicles millions in overtime pay accrued by city workers and Leonard explores the growth of artificial intelligence within Pennsylvania health systems. </span></p> <p><span data-ogsc="rgb(33, 33, 33)">The Source is a podcast produced by WHYY News and Billy Penn. Each episode includes a </span><span data-ogsc="rgb(0, 0, 0)">Billy Penn-ism, a bit of wit and wisdom from Pennsylvania’s founder, William Penn.</span></p> https://whyy.org/?post_type=episode&p=747099The Source podcast’s first episode features stories by WHYY News reporters Cris Barrish, Tom MacDonald and Nicole Leonard. Barrish reports on Sarah McBride, Delaware’s newest Congresswoman, MacDonald chronicles millions in overtime pay accrued by city workers and Leonard explores the growth of artificial intelligence within Pennsylvania health systems.

The Source is a podcast produced by WHYY News and Billy Penn. Each episode includes a Billy Penn-ism, a bit of wit and wisdom from Pennsylvania’s founder, William Penn.

]]>https://whyy.org/episodes/the-source-episode-1/full20:16Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:24:55 -0400Introducing The Source<p>WHYY News produces &#8220;The Source,&#8221; a local news podcast featuring the newsroom’s most impactful audio reporting. The segments include local dispatches from storytelling teams across the newsroom, including Billy Penn, PlanPhilly, WHYY News Climate Desk and The Pulse. Each innovative podcast episode concludes with a notable Billy Penn-ism or saying. “The Source” podcast is available everywhere you get your podcasts.</p> https://whyy.org/?post_type=episode&p=745270WHYY News produces “The Source,” a local news podcast featuring the newsroom’s most impactful audio reporting. The segments include local dispatches from storytelling teams across the newsroom, including Billy Penn, PlanPhilly, WHYY News Climate Desk and The Pulse. Each innovative podcast episode concludes with a notable Billy Penn-ism or saying. “The Source” podcast is available everywhere you get your podcasts.

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