The Local Groove Presents
Mama Corn
Episode 2 of The Local Groove Presents features Mama Corn, a bluegrass band from central Pennsylvania. Continue »
The Local Groove Presents
The Sorters
The premiere episode of The Local Groove Presents, featuring The Sorters, an indie roots rock band from northeastern Pennsylvania. Continue »
The Local Groove Presents
The Sorters perform “Four Seasons”
Watch a sneak peek of The Local Groove Presents as The Sorters perform their track "Four Seasons." Continue »
Conversations Live
Making Sense of the Economy
Unemployment is low, and wages are rising. But the cost of living, from groceries to paying for a home, has gone up. And the possibility of a recession or economic slow down looms. We'll talk with experts about changes in the economy, and what they mean for everyday people. Continue »
Conversations Live
Seasonal Affective Disorder
Our panel of experts discuss what leads to Seasonal Affective Disorder, methods for treating it, and ways to stay healthy and active during the winter months. Continue »
Keystone Stories
It Came from Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania and its citizens have a long history of innovation and creativity. The Slinky, Jeep, cheesesteaks, the Ferris wheel, the polio vaccine, revolving doors and movie theaters are just a few things that came from Pennsylvania. Continue »
Keystone Stories
Old Spaces, New Places
Adaptive reuse is the term given to the repurposing of old buildings, and many of the buildings we use today are serving a very different purpose than originally intended. But repurposing a structure is not always easy. Continue »
Keystone Stories
Volunteer Firefighters
All across Pennsylvania, thousands of citizens are volunteering to protect our lives and property. In fact, more than 97% of all firefighters in the commonwealth are volunteers. Such service organizations even predate the U.S. Constitution. Continue »
Keystone Stories
Railroads
Why is Altoona known as “Railroad City”? The answer can be found at the Railroaders Memorial Museum, located in Altoona. This home for railfans is where a new project is underway to bring back a legendary locomotive…the K4. Continue »
Conversations Live
Ask a Veterinarian (2022)
Caring for a pet is a real commitment requiring time, patience, and tender, loving care. It can sometimes be challenging knowing what's best for your animal and who to turn to for those questions. WPSU welcomes local veterinarians who give us insight on our pet-related questions. Continue »
Conversations Live
2022 Midterm Elections
2022 is a midterm election year, and Pennsylvania is a battleground state. Voters will pick a new governor and a new U.S. Senator, in races that have been playing out in national news. We talks with two experts about how elections are shaping up in Pennsylvania. Continue »
Conversations Live
Gardening and Canning
Fall gardening is here. There's plenty to do to get ready for winter. Everything from canning the vegetables you grew to putting your garden to bed. We talk with Penn State horticulture experts on gardening and preserving. Continue »
Our Town
Raystown Lake
Raystown Lake’s history unfolds as community members share stories of the old and new lakes. Hear locals tell tales of fun activities on the lake, the Juniata River, the Striped Bass Association, and the Allegrippis trails. Continue »
Our Town
Clarion
Clarion’s long history unfolds as community members share stories of the railroads, the Clarion River, the YMCA, The Fulmer House, and the Autumn Leaf Festival Continue »
Thursday, June 9, at 8:00 p.m.
The Investment
The Investment 2022
Penn State student entrepreneurs will pitch to a panel of judges and compete for part of a $30,000 prize pool to try to earn funds for their startup companies. Continue »
Keystone Stories
Black History Keepers
Bellefonte, Pa. houses rich stories and landmarks of Black history, including St. Paul AME Church, founded in the 1800s, and believed to be part of the Underground Railroad. Its history has been preserved by local historians, as have many other aspects of Black history in central Pennsylvania. Continue »
Digging Deeper
Penn State’s New President
Penn State President Eric Barron talks to Penn State President elect Dr. Neeli Bendapudi about taking on the office of President, her vision for the university, and what come next for Penn State. Continue »
Keystone Stories
The Arts are Alive
Creativity thrives in the Commonwealth—from community art projects to makerspaces, galleries and festivals, the arts play a pivotal role in bringing people together throughout our region. Continue »
Go Behind the Scenes of “The French Chef”
Cooking legend Julia Child introduced French cuisine to American audiences in 1963 with WGBH's groundbreaking television series, The French Chef. Now the subject of the HBO Max series, Julia, WGBH explores what's fact and what's fiction and how The French Chef continues to influence how we eat today with this Q&A virtual panel discussion recorded May 10, 2022. Continue »
Keystone Stories
Drive-Ins
In the late 1950s, at the height of the drive-in’s popularity, Pennsylvania had more than 180 in operation. Today Pennsylvania still has nearly 30 drive-in theaters in operation, second most in the country. Continue »
Keystone Stories
The Forest
In the early days of the Commonwealth, nearly 29 million acres of Pennsylvania were covered in forest. By 1895, this number dropped to 9 million acres. While Pennsylvania provided lumber to build a nation, this invaluable natural resource was almost lost. Continue »
Digging Deeper
The Pollinator and Bird Garden at the Arboretum
Penn State President Eric Barron and his guests talk about the Pollinator and Bird Garden at the Arboretum at Penn State. The garden allows guests to experience natural beauty and science in one immersive environment. Continue »
Conversations Live
Get Your Garden On! (Spring 2022)
Gardening season has arrived. Whether you’re growing cool season crops or getting ready to plant tomatoes — now is the perfect time to get tips to help your garden grow. Penn State Extension educators share their expertise on everything from taking care of your lawn to planting for pollinators. Continue »
Digging Deeper
Nursing at Penn State
Penn State President Eric Barron and his guests talk about nursing education at Penn State. They discuss the generous gift pledged to the college of nursing by Ross and Carol Nese, as well as the new Doctorate of Nursing Practice World Campus degree. Continue »
Conversations Live
Pennsylvania Redistricting
Pennsylvania’s primary elections are coming up and redistricting means voters will see changes in the state and Congressional legislative maps. We’ll talk with a panel of experts about how the new districts were drawn, what they mean for communities in Pennsylvania, and who decides what’s fair. Continue »
Conversations Live
Healthy Aging
With one in every seven Americans now over the age of 65, it’s no wonder adult development and aging is a rapidly expanding field of study. What’s normal aging? What’s not? And what control do we have over our own aging process? Continue »
Digging Deeper
Innovation Hub and Start Up Week
Penn State President Eric Barron and his guests talk about the new Innovation Hub in downtown State College, Penn State Start Up Week, and how Penn State is fostering entrepreneurship and innovation. Continue »
HumIn Focus
Humanity Behind Bars: Incarceration in America
We examine the history of the American carceral system and ask what happens to the human being behind bars. We hear from humanities scholars, legal experts and prisoners, focusing on just solutions that might reduce prison populations and restore the humanity of prisoners while preparing them for life after prison. Continue »
Digging Deeper
Telemedicine
Penn State President Eric Barron and his guests talk about telemedicine. How prevalent has it become, what services can be offered, and how will it continue to grow? Continue »
Science U at Home Special
In this public television special, campers, mentors and instructors at the Penn State Science-U summer science camp show off the ways parents and caregivers can bring the wonder of science home to kids. Continue »
Digging Deeper
The Great Resignation
Penn State President Eric Barron and his guest talk about The Great Resignation. What is it, what caused it, and is it the new normal? Continue »
Conversations Live
Gambling in Pennsylvania
Gambling is a growing business in Pennsylvania. Along with traditional casinos and online gaming are mini-casinos. Including one proposed for State College. While the industry is generating record-breaking revenues, there are questions about mental health and safety. Continue »
Conversations Live
Ask a Veterinarian (2021)
Veterinarians Debra Smart and Andrea Loar answer viewer pet-related questions such as proper diet and exercise, and more! Continue »
Digging Deeper
College Athletes and Mental Health
Penn State President Eric Barron and Big Ten Commissioner Kevin Warren talk about the importance of mental health among college athletes. Continue »
Conversations Live
A Special Conversation on Race Relations in Central PA
Watch this special pre-recorded conversation on race in Central PA with two panels of experts as they talk about issues related to Communities and Police, and Education and Race. Continue »
Digging Deeper
Immersive Technology in the Classroom
Penn State President Eric Barron and guests talk about immersive technology in the classroom, how it can enhance learning, and how Penn State is applying the technology. Continue »
Conversations Live
COVID-19 in 2021-22
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, it can be hard to keep up with the information. We'll talk with a panel of experts about vaccines and booster shots, the impact of the pandemic on mental health particularly children, and what we need to know about "breakthrough" cases. Continue »
Digging Deeper
Climate Change
Penn State President Eric Barron and guests talk about global climate change, and what Penn State is doing to address the problem. Continue »
Our Town
Kane
Kane’s long history unfolds as community members share stories of Thomas L. Kane and the Lobo wolves. Community pride is on full display in tales about K.A.R.E. and the library, and stories of Art in the Wilds and Wildcat Park. Continue »
Conversations Live
Get Your Garden On! (Summer 2021)
Growing season is in full swing — flowers are blooming and summer veggies are on the way. But questions are starting to crop up too. Penn State Extension educators Tom Butzler and Tom Ford share their gardening expertise on everything from keeping weeds at bay to knowing how much to water your plants. Continue »
Our Town
Portage
Volunteers from the Portage area share stories of coal mining and the railroads, the Portage Women’s Club and library, Summerfest, and Sanders Soda. Continue »
Digging Deeper
The Penn State Arboretum
Penn State President Eric Barron and guests talk about the Penn State Arboretum. They discuss the spring and summer schedule of events and the upcoming expansion plans. Continue »
Conversations Live
Legalizing Marijuana
As more states legalize recreational marijuana, will Pennsylvania follow suit? We talked with a panel of guests to discuss the pros and cons of marijuana legalization. Continue »
The Investment
The Investment 2021
Penn State student entrepreneurs will pitch to a panel of judges and compete for part of a $30,000 prize pool to try to earn funds for their startup companies. Continue »
Conversations Live
Cooking at Home
Cooking at home has taken on a whole new life during the COVID-19 pandemic. Stay-at-home orders and self-quarantining have left millions of people not just with spare time to cook, but a necessity to cook at home. How have our attitudes towards cooking and food changed over the last year? How has it affected where we get our food and our local restaurants? And what kind of cooking trends are likely to remain in a post-pandemic world? Continue »
HumIn Focus
Rethinking Care: Health Humanities and the Pandemic
The COVID 19 pandemic has provided a stress test for the American healthcare system. In Rethinking Care, we view healthcare through the lens of the humanities, focusing on ways to repair some of the inequities of the system, and provide better care for healthcare workers and patients alike. Continue »
Digging Deeper
3-D Printing
Penn State President Eric Barron and guests talk about 3-D printing. The advances that have been made in 3-D printing, how it can be used to make a difference in people's lives, and what Penn State is doing with the technology. Continue »
Best Practices for Simple Video Filming and Editing
WPSU producers share their expertise on filming and editing simple videos to enhance your classroom experiences. These how-to videos will help you create engaging videos for your classroom, and learn basic techniques for editing videos to post online. Continue »
Conversations Live
Get Your Garden On! (Spring 2021)
Gardening is more popular than ever. And it's no surprise. At a time when you're looking for something enjoyable to do that's close to home, gardening is a great choice. We'll talk with Penn State Extension educators Tom Butzler and Tom Ford, on what we can do this spring with our gardens. Continue »
Digging Deeper
University Commencement
Penn State President Eric Barron and guests talk about Commencement. What it is, why it is important, and its history at Penn State. Continue »
