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On the latest #LetsTalk, Dr. Hasshan Batts welcomes Shawn Bridges, a Reading native who was put on Death Row at 18 years old, and has since made it out and taken on a mission of being a solution in his community.
"My Story Is the Story of Many" with Shawn Bridges | Let's Talk
Dr. Hasshan Batts talks with Shawn Bridges, a Reading native who's turning his experience on Death Row into a story of redemption and community.
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November 14, 2025 at 1:19 AM
On the latest #LetsTalk, Dr. Hasshan Batts welcomes Shawn Bridges, a Reading native who was put on Death Row at 18 years old, and has since made it out and taken on a mission of being a solution in his community.
This week on the #HomeForTheHolidaysPodcast, get ideas for the readers and gamers on your list!
Tiffany and Margaret spotlight Medina Books and Coffee, Trifecta Gaming, and The End Bookstore.
Watch or listen at:
✨ wdiy.org/hfth2
✨ youtu.be/kWIcrFRGHJAor
✨ Your favorite podcast site
Tiffany and Margaret spotlight Medina Books and Coffee, Trifecta Gaming, and The End Bookstore.
Watch or listen at:
✨ wdiy.org/hfth2
✨ youtu.be/kWIcrFRGHJAor
✨ Your favorite podcast site
November 13, 2025 at 10:09 PM
This week on the #HomeForTheHolidaysPodcast, get ideas for the readers and gamers on your list!
Tiffany and Margaret spotlight Medina Books and Coffee, Trifecta Gaming, and The End Bookstore.
Watch or listen at:
✨ wdiy.org/hfth2
✨ youtu.be/kWIcrFRGHJAor
✨ Your favorite podcast site
Tiffany and Margaret spotlight Medina Books and Coffee, Trifecta Gaming, and The End Bookstore.
Watch or listen at:
✨ wdiy.org/hfth2
✨ youtu.be/kWIcrFRGHJAor
✨ Your favorite podcast site
📽 VIDEO PREMIERE: On the latest episode of #Trailblazers, Melody Bradford talks with Tara Zrinski, the newly-elected Northampton County Executive, about her journey to public office. Zrinksi talks about the women in her family that inspired her and how Buddhist principles have guided her.
Service, Courage, and Heart with Northampton County Executive-Elect Tara Zrinski | Trailblazers
Melody Bradford welcomes Tara Zrinski, the incoming Northampton County Executive, and the first woman to ever hold that role.
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November 13, 2025 at 7:09 PM
📽 VIDEO PREMIERE: On the latest episode of #Trailblazers, Melody Bradford talks with Tara Zrinski, the newly-elected Northampton County Executive, about her journey to public office. Zrinksi talks about the women in her family that inspired her and how Buddhist principles have guided her.
For his commentary on Veterans Day yesterday, Jack McCallum reflected on the veterans in his life, many of whom rarely spoke about their experiences in the military.
Honoring the Veterans Around Us | Something to Say
Jack McCallum reflects on the veterans in his life, many of whom rarely spoke about their experiences in the military.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:44 AM
For his commentary on Veterans Day yesterday, Jack McCallum reflected on the veterans in his life, many of whom rarely spoke about their experiences in the military.
🎄🎅🏾 How Anthony Sierra transforms historic Hotel Bethlehem for the holidays.
In the first #HomeForTheHolidaysPodcast episode, Anthony Sierra of Anthony Sierra Designs talks about creating the iconic holiday décor at @hotelbethlehem.bsky.social in Bethlehem, PA.
Watch now at wdiy.org/hfth1
In the first #HomeForTheHolidaysPodcast episode, Anthony Sierra of Anthony Sierra Designs talks about creating the iconic holiday décor at @hotelbethlehem.bsky.social in Bethlehem, PA.
Watch now at wdiy.org/hfth1
November 12, 2025 at 11:51 PM
🎄🎅🏾 How Anthony Sierra transforms historic Hotel Bethlehem for the holidays.
In the first #HomeForTheHolidaysPodcast episode, Anthony Sierra of Anthony Sierra Designs talks about creating the iconic holiday décor at @hotelbethlehem.bsky.social in Bethlehem, PA.
Watch now at wdiy.org/hfth1
In the first #HomeForTheHolidaysPodcast episode, Anthony Sierra of Anthony Sierra Designs talks about creating the iconic holiday décor at @hotelbethlehem.bsky.social in Bethlehem, PA.
Watch now at wdiy.org/hfth1
281 days after Governor Josh Shapiro proposed his 2025-26 budget, the Pennsylvania House and Senate have reached a compromise agreement.
State Budget Passes 281 Days Late | WDIY Local News
Pennsylvania’s legislature has passed a budget more than four months late. WDIY’s James Zipprodt has the details.
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November 12, 2025 at 9:42 PM
281 days after Governor Josh Shapiro proposed his 2025-26 budget, the Pennsylvania House and Senate have reached a compromise agreement.
November 12, 2025 at 8:28 PM
On the latest #QLV, Robin Gow is joined by Liz Bradbury to talk about her decades of activism for the LGBTQ+ community, from fighting for county non-discrimination policies to co-founding the Bradbury-Sullivan LGBT Community Center.
Showing People They're Valued with Liz Bradbury | Q:LV
Robin Gow welcomes LGBTQ+ activist Liz Bradbury to talk about her experience fighting for non-discrimination policies statewide and in the Lehigh Valley.
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November 12, 2025 at 12:16 AM
On the latest #QLV, Robin Gow is joined by Liz Bradbury to talk about her decades of activism for the LGBTQ+ community, from fighting for county non-discrimination policies to co-founding the Bradbury-Sullivan LGBT Community Center.
On the latest #LVArtsSalon, @katescuf.bsky.social welcomes Dr. Deborah Justice, Director of the KU Presents! series, to look at this year's season of diverse and fascinating main stage productions taking place on the Kutztown University campus.
Familiarty in Programming Over Redundancy with Dr. Deborah Justice | LV Arts Salon
Kate Scuffle sits down with Dr. Deborah Justice of KU Presents! to explore the new programming and initiatives she's introduced since taking on the role.
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November 11, 2025 at 8:34 PM
On the latest #LVArtsSalon, @katescuf.bsky.social welcomes Dr. Deborah Justice, Director of the KU Presents! series, to look at this year's season of diverse and fascinating main stage productions taking place on the Kutztown University campus.
🎄🎅🏾 ICYMI: Watch the debut episode of the new holiday gift-buying video podcast focused on everything local here in the Lehigh Valley!
How early should decorations go up? Plus, guest Anthony Sierra, the interior designer responsible for the holiday decorations at Historic Hotel Bethlehem, and more
How early should decorations go up? Plus, guest Anthony Sierra, the interior designer responsible for the holiday decorations at Historic Hotel Bethlehem, and more
Cozy Home Holiday Décor | Home for the Holidays
On this debut podcast episode, Tiffany Sondergaard and Margaret McConnell discuss cozy holiday décor for the home. They welcome Anthony Sierra, the interior designer responsible for the holiday decora...
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November 11, 2025 at 6:56 PM
🎄🎅🏾 ICYMI: Watch the debut episode of the new holiday gift-buying video podcast focused on everything local here in the Lehigh Valley!
How early should decorations go up? Plus, guest Anthony Sierra, the interior designer responsible for the holiday decorations at Historic Hotel Bethlehem, and more
How early should decorations go up? Plus, guest Anthony Sierra, the interior designer responsible for the holiday decorations at Historic Hotel Bethlehem, and more
On the latest #TeenConnect, our Youth Media Program student host Helen Cox is joined by Virginia Kraus, a senior member of Saucon Valley High School's cross country team. Virginia shares what her daily life looks like as someone prioritizing athletic success.
"Put In the Work and Results Will Come" with Virginia Kraus | Teen Connect
Helen Cox sits down with Virginia Kraus, the first PIAA runner to win four straight state championships, to talk about her passion for being a student athlete.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:50 AM
On the latest #TeenConnect, our Youth Media Program student host Helen Cox is joined by Virginia Kraus, a senior member of Saucon Valley High School's cross country team. Virginia shares what her daily life looks like as someone prioritizing athletic success.
📽 VIDEO PREMIERE: On the latest #Trailblazers, Melody Bradford is joined by Keith Flickinger from the NB Center for American Automotive Heritage in Allentown. Keith talks about how his love for cars began, the story of meeting one of the most powerful men in the automotive industry, and more.
"I've Never Worked a Day in My Life" with NB Center's Keith Flickinger | Trailblazers
Melody Bradford talks with Keith Flickinger of the NB Center for American Automotive Heritage about the adventure of restoring vintage cars.
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November 10, 2025 at 9:20 PM
📽 VIDEO PREMIERE: On the latest #Trailblazers, Melody Bradford is joined by Keith Flickinger from the NB Center for American Automotive Heritage in Allentown. Keith talks about how his love for cars began, the story of meeting one of the most powerful men in the automotive industry, and more.
Northampton County Council shot down a financing plan that would’ve helped the redevelopment of the long-abandoned Dixie Cup Factory in Easton, and WDIY’s James Zipprodt reports one local leader isn’t happy.
Tax Assistance Plan Denied for Dixie Cup Factory Project | WDIY Local News
Northampton County Council shot down a financing plan that would’ve helped a major redevelopment project, and WDIY’s James Zipprodt reports one local leader isn’t happy.
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November 10, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Northampton County Council shot down a financing plan that would’ve helped the redevelopment of the long-abandoned Dixie Cup Factory in Easton, and WDIY’s James Zipprodt reports one local leader isn’t happy.
On the latest #TeenScientist, our Youth Media Program student Abigail Wood sits down with Megan Lysowski, Director of FEAT — Fostering Equitable Access to Transportation, to talk about the nonprofit's electric bike programs and community outreach.
The Science Behind Equitable Transportation with Megan Lysowski | Teen Scientist
Abigail Wood is joined by Megan Lysowski of FEATpa, an organization working to provide equitable and environmentally friendly transportation through electric bikes.
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November 10, 2025 at 1:02 AM
On the latest #TeenScientist, our Youth Media Program student Abigail Wood sits down with Megan Lysowski, Director of FEAT — Fostering Equitable Access to Transportation, to talk about the nonprofit's electric bike programs and community outreach.
On the latest #RootsAndResilience, our Youth Media Program student host Maddie Yang sits down with Katelynn Frey of the NCC East 40, land set aside next to Northampton Community College's main campus to support programming for the arts, local culture, and sustainability.
Acres of Sustainability with Katelynn Frey | Roots and Resilience
Maddie Yang talks with Katelynn Frey of the NCC East 40 about their efforts to connect with the community while promoting culture and sustainability.
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November 9, 2025 at 9:49 PM
On the latest #RootsAndResilience, our Youth Media Program student host Maddie Yang sits down with Katelynn Frey of the NCC East 40, land set aside next to Northampton Community College's main campus to support programming for the arts, local culture, and sustainability.
On this week's new #YouBetYourGarden, Mike McGrath tells you what to do if you find pantry moths invading your food, and explains how to keep them away in the first place. Plus, your low-flying phone calls!
Pantry Moths and Other Pests | You Bet Your Garden
Mike McGrath explains how to get rid of moths that have found their way into your pantry, and how to keep them away in the first place. Plus, your low-flying phone calls!
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November 9, 2025 at 1:14 AM
On this week's new #YouBetYourGarden, Mike McGrath tells you what to do if you find pantry moths invading your food, and explains how to keep them away in the first place. Plus, your low-flying phone calls!
Kate Riess is hosting #GoodCleanFun tonight, 8-11 PM! Listen for three hours of indie rock and alterna-pop, with new releases from @thebeths.bsky.social, Frances of Delirium, The Belair Lip Bombs, Guided by Voices, and more.
November 8, 2025 at 10:51 PM
Kate Riess is hosting #GoodCleanFun tonight, 8-11 PM! Listen for three hours of indie rock and alterna-pop, with new releases from @thebeths.bsky.social, Frances of Delirium, The Belair Lip Bombs, Guided by Voices, and more.
Our new #TheInsideDish host Shane McGee's second interview this month is with Shelly Salak of Joe's Tavern, a "quintessential tavern" in Bethlehem that's been welcoming visitors and locals alike for over 60 years.
Serving the Community One Conversation at a Time with Joe's Tavern | The Inside Dish
Shane McGee talks with Shelly Salak of Joe's Tavern about the quintessential Bethlehem business that's been welcoming visitors and locals alike for over 60 years.
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November 8, 2025 at 1:06 AM
Our new #TheInsideDish host Shane McGee's second interview this month is with Shelly Salak of Joe's Tavern, a "quintessential tavern" in Bethlehem that's been welcoming visitors and locals alike for over 60 years.
Local efforts to deliver emergency food access are growing during the federal government shutdown — including initiatives from United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley, the Lehigh Valley Community Foundation, and the Allentown School District Foundation.
Local Fundraising Efforts Underway Amidst SNAP Uncertainty | WDIY Local News
Local efforts to deliver emergency food access are growing during the federal government shutdown. WDIY’s James Zipprodt reports.
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November 7, 2025 at 10:19 PM
Local efforts to deliver emergency food access are growing during the federal government shutdown — including initiatives from United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley, the Lehigh Valley Community Foundation, and the Allentown School District Foundation.
Carlos Benjamin is in the studio this afternoon, 1-4 PM for The Blend. Listen in for a mix of bands playing in the region coming up along with some of our favorite new releases. Michigander and Alison Krauss are just two of the CDs he has ready to go.
November 7, 2025 at 7:54 PM
Carlos Benjamin is in the studio this afternoon, 1-4 PM for The Blend. Listen in for a mix of bands playing in the region coming up along with some of our favorite new releases. Michigander and Alison Krauss are just two of the CDs he has ready to go.
For his WDIY commentary this week, Jack McCallum makes his argument for this past weekend's World Series game 7 being the best World Series game in the history of baseball.
The Best World Series Game Ever Played | Something to Say
Jack McCallum makes his argument for this past weekend's World Series Game 7 being the best World Series Game in the history of baseball.
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November 6, 2025 at 3:21 AM
For his WDIY commentary this week, Jack McCallum makes his argument for this past weekend's World Series game 7 being the best World Series game in the history of baseball.
On the latest #PlanLV, the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission's Jill Seitz stops by to discuss data centers, advanced manufacturing, and cryptocurrency mining. What could these really look like in our region? Why are many people's perception of data centers often inaccurate? Listen for more.
The Emergence of Data Centers with Jill Seitz | Plan Lehigh Valley
Margaret McConnell and co-hosts Becky Bradley and Matt Assad of the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission talk with the LVPC's Jill Seitz about what data centers could look like in our region.
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November 5, 2025 at 7:29 PM
On the latest #PlanLV, the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission's Jill Seitz stops by to discuss data centers, advanced manufacturing, and cryptocurrency mining. What could these really look like in our region? Why are many people's perception of data centers often inaccurate? Listen for more.
Help us welcome new #TheInsideDish host Shane McGee to the WDIY airwaves! On his first episode, Shane talks with Cindy Billera and Darius Feit of 1812 Piano Lounge on West Allen Street in Allentown, offering a charming piano lounge atmosphere along with delicious food and drinks.
Hitting All the Right Notes with 1812 Piano Lounge | The Inside Dish
Shane McGee sits down with Cindy Billera and Darius Feit of 1812 Piano Lounge to talk about the new business's unique atmosphere.
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November 5, 2025 at 1:16 AM
Help us welcome new #TheInsideDish host Shane McGee to the WDIY airwaves! On his first episode, Shane talks with Cindy Billera and Darius Feit of 1812 Piano Lounge on West Allen Street in Allentown, offering a charming piano lounge atmosphere along with delicious food and drinks.
Introducing #HomeForTheHolidays, your new go-to podcast for local shopping, cozy decor, creative gifts, and exclusive giveaways — co-produced by WDIY, PBS39, and Tiffany Sondergaard.
Listen online weekly with hosts Margaret McConnell and Tiffany Sondergaard starting November 6.
Listen online weekly with hosts Margaret McConnell and Tiffany Sondergaard starting November 6.
November 5, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Introducing #HomeForTheHolidays, your new go-to podcast for local shopping, cozy decor, creative gifts, and exclusive giveaways — co-produced by WDIY, PBS39, and Tiffany Sondergaard.
Listen online weekly with hosts Margaret McConnell and Tiffany Sondergaard starting November 6.
Listen online weekly with hosts Margaret McConnell and Tiffany Sondergaard starting November 6.
Rob Reagan has your Monday night jazz soundtrack tonight, 9-11 PM, on #Milestones! For the first Monday of the month “Decades” theme, we’ll hear from Clifford Brown (‘55), Horace Silver (‘65), and more. In hour two, we’ll remember two recently-passed musicians: Anthony Jackson and Jack DeJohnette.
November 4, 2025 at 12:16 AM
Rob Reagan has your Monday night jazz soundtrack tonight, 9-11 PM, on #Milestones! For the first Monday of the month “Decades” theme, we’ll hear from Clifford Brown (‘55), Horace Silver (‘65), and more. In hour two, we’ll remember two recently-passed musicians: Anthony Jackson and Jack DeJohnette.