Ted McCloskey and the Hi-Fi’s
State College artists Ted McCloskey & the Hi-Fi’s perform their take on rock n’ roll. A mix of rock, grunge, blues, and punk. Watch »
State College artists Ted McCloskey & the Hi-Fi’s perform their take on rock n’ roll. A mix of rock, grunge, blues, and punk. Watch »
Join WPSU as we welcome author Tommy Orange to State College for a live, in-person event at the State Theatre. Continue »
Friday, November 15, at 7:00 p.m.
Hershey’s chocolate is not the only special sweet treat that comes from Pennsylvania. The stories behind Gardners Candies, Ritchey’s Ice Cream and Inside Out Cookie are calorie-free, but their products will satisfy anyone’s sweet tooth. Watch »
Guest chefs Hyeson Kim and Jooyeon Rhee will join host Tamra Fatemi-Badi for a fascinating workshop on the culture and cuisine of Korea, featuring traditional Kimbap or Gimbap (seaweed, rice, and vegetable rolls) and Bibimbap (rice and vegetables). Watch »
Guest experts discuss actions to support those at risk of dying by suicide and what we can do as a community. Featuring Marisa Vicere, founder of the Jana Marie Foundation, and Elisabeth James, M.Ed., LPC, mental health clinician at State College Area High School. Watch »
Check out the bears, rare birds and more captured on Shaver's Creek's trail cam this summer. Watch »
WPSU’s fall PBS KIDS event is back! This free indoor and outdoor family event offers activities for kids ages 3 through 10 including games, make and take crafts, take-home gift bags, photo opps with Nature Cat, Touch-a-Truck, and more. Continue »
Saturday, October 19, from 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join us for a screening of LEONARDO DA VINCI, the latest documentary film from Ken Burns, Sarah Burns, and David McMahon. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion about the importance of arts education and include art demonstrations. Continue »
Thursday, November 7, at 5:30 p.m.
Volunteers from the Chestnut Ridge area share stories of the local Quaker history, the lost children of the Alleghenies, Shawnee State Park, Singing Brook Farm, and more. Community pride is on full display in tales about the school district and athletics. Learn to stream on your home TV or device of your choice. Watch »
WPSU is continuing the WPSU Reads initiative with "The Bear" by Andrew Krivák. The goal of this initiative is to engage the community in deeper appreciation and understanding of human's relation within the natural world. WPSU is partnering with community organizations and leaders by providing free copies of the book, hosting writing workshops, engaging in discussions, and amplifying existing opportunities occurring throughout the region. Continue »
World Kitchen host Tamra Fatemi-Badi uses summer vegetables and herbs from the garden to create a Greek Salad, various kabobs, and a creamy Tzatziki side dish. Watch »
Learn pesticide alternatives to keep your gardening free from pests & weeds. Watch »
Learn how mine pollution harmed "Red" Moshannon Creek and the efforts to clean it up. Watch »
Quick tips for trimming trees to avoid damage, including the three-cut method. Watch »
Stephen Nedoroscik helped the U.S. men’s gymnastics team win its first Olympic team medal since 2008. Watch our profile of him from 2022. After the global pandemic canceled his senior season at Penn State and his path to the Olympics, Stephen came back strong for Team USA to make history at the world championships in Kitakyushu, Japan. Watch »
Tips to protect yourself from ticks and Lyme disease in the woods and in your own yard. Watch »
The WPSU Education Ambassador cohort is an exciting opportunity to join educators across the region through enriching professional development, peer-to-peer connection, and ongoing support from your local PBS and NPR public media station. Apply by September 13. Continue »
Thursday, October 10, from 8:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
The future of agriculture is taking root at the Dr. Keiko Miwa Ross Student Farm at Penn State. Watch »
Mel DeYoung has hosted WPSU’s Morning Edition for the last 13 years. Before that, he spent a couple of decades as a host and the coordinator of WPSU’s Folk Show. Mel has decided he wants more time for travel, home projects, and sleep. July 10 was his last day as WPSU’s regular Morning Edition host. Some of his WPSU coworkers shared their thoughts about Mel. Continue »
Penn State students are tackling the problem of acid mine drainage. Watch »
Sarah Lower, an assistant professor of biology at Bucknell University, and student Susan Deering were catching fireflies on a recent afternoon at a farm in Kellettville, Pennsylvania, in Forest County. But it wasn't just for fun. They're studying the insects, particularly the ones that don't light up as adults. Instead researchers believe they emit pheromones and use smell to communicate. Continue »
Learn quick tips for potting plants from Penn State Extension's Tom Butzler. Watch »
Spring is a time of renewal at Shaver’s Creek. See what the trail camera captured across the season. Watch »
Take an inside look at the new Palmer Museum of Art at Penn State, featuring an installation from Dale Chihuly and arboretum views. Watch »
Tired of mulch? Learn to use these wildlife-friendly alternatives in your landscaping, including a trick to put your old cardboard boxes to good use. Watch »
German immigrants revolutionized beer in America in the latter half of the 19th century. Join Local Historia as they go into the lagering vaults of three historic breweries in Pennsylvania. Watch »
Hosts Matt and Dustin of Local Historia take viewers on adventures through Pennsylvania history. Continue »
Join World Kitchen host Tamra Fatemi-Badi as she welcomes Patrick Tunno into the World Kitchen to share his family recipes for Parmigiana di Melanzane (Eggplant Parmesan) and Sauteed Zucchini Blossoms. Watch »
Ma’aM performs a mix of country and rock & roll they call “country junk.” Watch »
Marshmellow Overcoat performs classic rock for today. Watch »
Natascha & the Spy Boys perform speakeasy jazz. Watch »
The Pennsoulvanians play R&B and rap with a backbone. Watch »
Learn how to keep your lawn vibrant through the summer with fertilizer. Watch »
Thank you to every student who submitted their poem for the 2024 Poetry Writing Contest. Join us in celebrating the top three poems selected from each grade band, and hear the winners read their poems. Continue »
A seed packet doesn't just hold your seeds – it also tells you vital information to help your plants thrive. Watch »
Campaign for Community is WPSU’s way of participating in Public Media Giving Days where PBS and NPR stations across the country expand the conversation around the value of public media and the positive impact it has on the communities it serves. Continue »
Wednesday, May 1 – Friday, May 31
WPSU is offering a film screening of the documentary, “Repairing the World: Stories from the Tree of Life,” along with classroom resources to support your students in discussing difficult topics and creating solutions for peace. Continue »
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 spring gardening tasks, to updated hardiness zone maps. Watch »
Journeys with Local Historia is a television and digital content series exploring Pennsylvania’s rich local history and geography. Each episode is a journey modeling how learning local history can be a fun adventure! Help support this project. Continue »