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Keystone Stories

Sweets

Posted on September 30, 2024

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 »

 

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World Kitchen

Korea

Posted on September 27, 2024

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 »

 

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Conversations Live

Suicide Prevention

Posted on September 19, 2024

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 »

 

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Eventapalooza 2024

Posted on September 14, 2024

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.

 

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Upcoming Events

“Leonardo Da Vinci” Screening Event

Posted on September 13, 2024

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.

 

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Our Town

Chestnut Ridge

Posted on September 13, 2024

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 »

 

Upcoming Events

WPSU Reads: The Bear

Posted on September 10, 2024

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 »

 

Greek chicken souvlaki with tzatziki sauce and fresh vegetables, grilled kebabs.
World Kitchen

Summer Abundance 2

Posted on August 30, 2024

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 »

 

Stephen Nedoroscik

Stephen Nedoroscik: World Champion Gymnast

Posted on August 11, 2024

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 »

 

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WPSU Education Ambassador Program

Posted on July 24, 2024

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.

 

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WPSU-FM

WPSU Morning Edition host Mel DeYoung makes the ultimate mic drop, retiring from daily radio shift

Posted on July 11, 2024

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 »

 

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WPSU-FM

At PA Firefly Festival in Forest County, visitors and researchers experience synchronous fireflies

Posted on July 11, 2024

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 »

 

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World Kitchen

Italian American Family Favorites

Posted on May 22, 2024

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 »

 

WPSU Campaign for Community

Posted on April 15, 2024

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

 

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Upcoming Events

Film Screening for Classrooms

Posted on April 12, 2024

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 »

 

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Conversations Live

Get Your Garden On! (Spring 2024)

Posted on April 12, 2024

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 »

 

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Production News

Support “Journeys with Local Historia”

Posted on April 10, 2024

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 »