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What happened to WHYY?

What happened to WHYY?

The WHYY-TV/WMCN multiplex was repacked to channel 13 in the tenth and final phase of the repack in 2020.

How old is WHYY?

History. WHYY signed on the air on December 14, 1954, owned by the Metropolitan Philadelphia Educational Radio and Television Corporation. It was the first educational station in Philadelphia. The transmitter, originally located at 17th and Sansom Streets in Philadelphia, was donated by Westinghouse Broadcasting.

What channel is WHYY Philadelphia?

WHYY-FM is the Philadelphia Region’s most-listened-to public radio station. WHYY-FM combines up-to-the-minute local, national and world news with award-winning original programs. Most people listen on 90.9 FM, but we also provide public radio access across south Jersey with five additional dial spots (see map, below).

Is WHYY a credible source?

WHYY-FM has a well-deserved reputation as a trusted source of news and information, combining such NPR programs as Morning Edition and All Things Considered with reports from WHYY’s local news team. WHYY is a 501(c)(3) organization, with an IRS ruling year of 1959, and donations are tax-deductible.

Is PBS WHYY free?

PBS and WHYY content will continue to be available for free on PBS.org, the WHYY website and other digital platforms. Many episodes of your favorite shows are available for free streaming up to two weeks after they air on WHYY-TV.

Does Hulu have WHYY?

WHYY is a PBS local network affiliate in Philadelphia, PA. You can watch WHYY local news, weather, traffic, live sports, daytime, primetime, & late night programming….Philadelphia, PA – Affiliates.

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Where was Maiken Scott born?

Germany
A native of Germany, she tries to get her kids speaking her native tongue.

How is WHYY funded?

One of the things that makes us who we are is that we are Member-supported and a not-for-profit organization. Support from people in our community makes up about 50% of our operating budget, with additional support from leadership gifts, corporate underwriting and grants from foundations.

What is the NPR station in Philadelphia?

WXPN-FM
Pennsylvania NPR Member Stations

Station City Frequency
WXPN-FM Philadelphia 88.5
WDUQ-FM Pittsburgh 90.5
WQED-FM Pittsburgh 89.3
WYEP-FM Pittsburgh 91.3

What does WHYY Passport cost?

WHYY Passport is a Member benefit available from WHYY for Members with a yearly contribution of at least $60 or an ongoing monthly contribution of $5 or more. It cannot be purchased separately.

Who hosts the pulse?

Maiken Scott is the host and creative director of WHYY’s weekly health and science show, The Pulse. The Pulse explores stories about the people and places at the heart of health and science.

Is WHYY tax-deductible?

Contributions to WHYY are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. We will send an acknowledgment letter for each contribution you make that will specify the fair market value of any thank-you gifts you have received.

What station is NPR in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania NPR Member Stations

Station City Frequency
WJAZ-FM Harrisburg 91.7
WXPH-FM Harrisburg 88.1
WKVR-FM Huntingdon 92.3
KQEJ-FM Johnstown 89.7