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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LinkedIn: Business in the front, party in the back
Bumble, Hinge, Tinder...LinkedIn?!?! Why one social media expert thinks the employment social media juggernaut could be ripe for romance.
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How to avoid loneliness in old age
Isolation can have serious health impacts on seniors, and it's a growing problem.
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Presenting "Ricochet", from Gone Cold: Philadel...
A new series examines the gun violence crisis through stories of unsolved shootings.
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First Winnie. Then Mickey. Could Superman be next?
Copyright laws have long protected beloved characters. Just how much leeway is there when the public domain comes into play?
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SCOTUS, Chevron deference, and a potential "bad...
For nearly four decades, a Supreme Court ruling has dictated the way federal agencies operate. If the precedent is ultimately reversed, expect significant changes.
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Removing third-party cookies: good for you, or ...
Google has started to eliminate third-party cookies on its popular Chrome Internet browser. But who really benefits from the change - the consumer, or the company?
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Closing the reading fluency gap
Historically marginalized and impoverished communities tend to be the most vulnerable when it comes to lagging behind in reading. How can they make up ground?
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Academic identity and the "invisible thread"
Students learn differently, teachers teach differently. One expert believes that tapping into academic identities is key to maximize the potential of the education ecosystem.
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From meds to mindset, tips on dieting and nutri...
Could drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy be a silver bullet for weight loss? Two experts weigh in on what it really takes to eat and live healthfully.
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The risks and new varieties of tobacco use
Menthol and vapes are major concerns 60 years after the first Surgeon General’s Report on Smoking and Health.
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Navigating the health insurance marketplace in ...
Open enrollment ends soon - here’s what PA and NJ residents need to know.
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Forecasting a critical watershed’s uncertain fu...
The Schuylkill River Watershed is vital to the Philadelphia region, and a key tributary within the Mid-Atlantic corridor of the United States. How can we ensure it continues performing its functional duties?
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It’s the economy, Swifties!
Economic data can be a tough subject to crack. That’s why a professor at the University of Delaware is turning to the world’s biggest pop star to better connect with her students.
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More than “thank you for your service” - Helpin...
Regular civilians can do more to help veterans. The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic offers mental health services for post-9/11 veterans and their families.
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You gotta have rizz to slay - How Oxford choose...
Oxford's 2023 word of the year, "rizz", gained popularity among Gen Z online.
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Stressed at home? Here are some family mental h...
From social media to tricky dynamics with relatives, there are plenty of factors that can make family life stressful. A mental health expert weighs in on how to cope.
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Get ready for another Supreme Court case on abo...
The nation’s highest court will hear a case on a common abortion medication, mifepristone.
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What makes a feeling bad?
A Swarthmore College professor and author explains why negative feelings are important.
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Are we living in the multiverse?
A St. Joseph’s professor wrote a book about the scientific theories of parallel universes.
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Should big brands be weighing in on big issues?
More and more these days, brands seem to be announcing stances on major issues. Why they’re doing it, and whether it really has an impact.
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Vladimir Putin: emboldened, happy, and as stron...
Russia's invasion of Ukraine has been pushed to the backburner since Hamas' terror attack on Israel. What does this change mean for Ukraine, and Russian President Vladimir Putin?
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OpenAI, Sam Altman, and how we balance safety w...
We dig into the shakeup at the company behind ChatGPT and what it means for the future of AI.
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The debate over gun rights for people under dom...
The Supreme Court will decide whether it violates the Second Amendment to prohibit people under domestic violence restraining orders from possessing a firearm.
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“Supes Ain’t Always Heroes” - What “The Boys” c...
A new book by two West Chester University professors examines the psychology behind the Amazon Prime series.
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COVID treatments: Where are we now?
If you get COVID, there are a number of effective treatments in 2023.
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