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It’s easy to feel as if the world is falling apart. The Connection features wide-ranging conversations about the bonds that hold us together, the forces that drive us apart, the conflicts that keep us from exploring life’s possibilities and the qualities that make us unique and human.
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The Connection with Marty Moss-Coane

It’s easy to feel as if the world is falling apart. The Connection features wide-ranging conversations about the bonds that hold us together, the forces that drive us apart, the conflicts that keep us from exploring life’s possibilities and the qualities that make us unique and human.

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Why is news important? WHYY News is heading to Princeton High School to teach a media literacy class

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West Philly Bizarre: A community market driving economic justice

The market, which allows underserved vendors to sell crafts, has launched its first crowdfunding campaign to expand opportunities for local creators.

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The 2025 Philadelphia Pride March and Festival drew many people to the annual celebration for the first time.

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Why is news important? WHYY News is heading to a Trenton intermediate school to teach a media literacy class

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Meet Philly’s backyard chicken owners pushing to change the law

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