KYW Newsradio In Depth

Straightforward conversations about the people, ideas, and power centers that shape the world we live in. KYW Newsradio reporters talk daily with experts and leaders in science, politics, business, and public health -- to make sense of the news and unravel the real reasons why a story matters.

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A cure for education culture wars?
As school board debates over books and other forms of expression intensify, an education expert looks at consequences and solutions.
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Get the lead out! A fresh approach to a longtim...
The Biden-Harris administration has prioritized clean drinking water. An environmental engineering expert takes a look at the plan, and offers a fresh approach.
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Beached whales, disappearing crabs - what’s hap...
What’s causing these ecological problems, and how concerned should we be?
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The GOP's Pennsylvania problem: can Republicans...
Pennsylvania might be considered a swing state, but a group of political strategists think Republicans need to adopt new strategies.
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A not so shining moment? The NCAA faces a wake-...
The influence of the NCAA as we've known it could be on the decline. An expert explains why, and whether the NCAA can do anything to stop it.
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Politicians and mental health: a complicated hi...
Forever, it seems, mental health has been a taboo topic in D.C. One expert thinks more politicians should be like John Fetterman.
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The real problem with the alleged Chinese spy b...
The United States being spied on by foreign nations is nothing new. What is concerning, according to one expert, is our difficulty distinguishing friend vs. foe.
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How to save for retirement in 2023
Most retirement plans weren’t designed for today’s economy. What can we do?
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The rotation of the Earth's core is slowing: wh...
A change in the rotation of the Earth's core sounds like a big deal. But is it really? Astronomy expert Dr. Eric Jensen explains.
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Classified documents found: just how much troub...
Classified documents falling into officials' hands after leaving office is nothing new. A political science expert looks at why it's causing such a big stir now.
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Is the Supreme Court preparing to gut workers' ...
If the Supreme Court votes as expected, labor precedent in the United States could go out the window, and that could mean big trouble for unions.
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One year of war between Russia and Ukraine - wh...
After a year of horrific attacks, is there an end in sight?
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The FTC wants to ban non-compete clauses. How m...
A new proposal would mean employers can’t stop their workers from taking a job at a competing company.
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Why ‘Dry January’ might not do as much good as ...
'Dry January' has become a big thing in recent years. Public health expert Dr. Mariana Lazo isn't sold on it, though.
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To tip or not to tip, and other questions about...
When it comes to the service industry, how much of the cost burden should fall to consumers? Travel and tourism expert Dr. Benjamin Altschuler weighs in.
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Is there any hope for a broken immigration system?
Between bureaucracy, special interest groups, and complicated history, the United States finds itself dealing with a multi-layered immigration problem. Immigration expert Sarah Paoletti discusses the causes and possible solutions.
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Problems in the teaching pipeline: how to chang...
Teaching has always been a tough profession. Over the last few years, it's only gotten tougher. Education expert LaTayna Pattillo explores how to better recruit and retain teachers.
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Meta, Crocs, and cream cheese - the fastest gro...
Morning Consult’s annual report shows what brands consumers gained interest in over the year - and some of them might surprise you.
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Recession or revival? Predictions for the 2023 ...
Economist David Fiorenza explains where we are with inflation, the job market, and more to start the new year.
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“Big Brother really is watching today” - New us...
Businesses are tracking consumers based on facial features in ways you might not know about.
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What broke Southwest Airlines?
Holiday travelers were stranded at PHL Airport and across the country when Southwest canceled thousands of flights.
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"I don't think I'll be remembered long": Angelo...
Angelo Cataldi has dominated Philadelphia sports talk radio for 30 years. As he approaches retirement, he discusses his career.
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“I’m here to finish the job”: Philadelphia Mayo...
Jim Kenney's second term is drawing to a turbulent finish. Philadelphia's Mayor defends his record as he heads into his final year.
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Democrats consider shifting primary schedule: w...
For decades, Iowa has been the first stop on the presidential primary tour for both Democrats and Republics. Based on the urging of President Biden, that dynamic could change.
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Diamond, gold, and lasers: the makings of a nuc...
What does a recent nuclear fusion breakthrough mean for clean energy? According to one expert, the discovery comes with both promise and potential pitfalls.
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