✨ New Episode Alert: Fashion Flare! ✨ This week on the #HomeForTheHolidaysPodcast, hosts Margaret and Tiffany spotlight the best Lehigh Valley boutiques and designers. They're joined by Lara Bly and Erin Zebertavage from the SouthSide Arts District in Bethlehem. Listen ➡ wdiy.org/hfth6

On the latest #QLV, Robin Gow talked with Mel Kitchen, the founder of two LGBTQ catholic and spirituality groups, about queer people's unique connection to spirituality and faith.

🕐 Less than two weeks away! Friend of the station Bev Conklin is hosting a benefit concert for WDIY as part of her Roots Music Concerts at the Gas House Dance Hall in Catasauqua! Come out on Saturday, December 20th to support WDIY and see some great live music!

President Donald Trump talked about Democrats as much as he did his own policies during a speech in the Poconos this week.

Keith Kelleher is your host for #TheBlend today, 1-4 PM. He will be remembering Raul Malo, frontman of Latin-tinged country band The Mavericks, who died earlier this week after a battle with cancer. Among the features is a replay of an interview he did with Malo from May 2011 in the 3 PM hour.

Our friend Lucas Wolk and his band Lovecartel have organized a benefit concert for WDIY on Saturday, January 31st at the Ice House in Bethlehem! Featuring live performances from Drew & The Blue, We're from Antarctica, Lovecartel, and Dear Misty. More info ➡ www.facebook.com/events/89068...

📉 Gasoline prices are dropping. Dr. Kamran Afshar takes a look at this and more in his synopsis of this week's economic news and trends across the Lehigh Valley and nation.

Tonight on #LiveFromGodfreyDaniels, 7-9 PM, host Norm Williams swings through the Godfreys' archives, bringing you short-sets and singles from several artists, including: The Debbie Davis Band, Erik Frandsen, Rosalie Sorrels, Poor Man's Gambit, Guy & Travis Clark, Mary Gauthier, and more.

For this week's movie review, Paul Willistein looks at Zootopia 2. The film brings back the characters of the first film nearly a decade after its release, which saw massive success and an Academy Award win.

We're really singing the praises of our new #LVArtsSalon episode! Listen as @katescuf.bsky.social talks with Nick Sienkiewicz from Lehigh Valley Chorale, to explore how the group creates magic for its members, audiences, and community. Listen today at 6 PM on 88.1 FM — or stream anytime. ⤵

Arnie Lichten is your host for today's #TheBlend, three hours of eclectic music from the world of rock, pop, blues, jazz, and beyond! Hear new releases from Jean Dawson, The Band Loula, Joe Bonamassa, and Scott Scribner. Plus, some classic favorites mixed in along the way. 1- 4 PM.

🎭 Nobody tells you this about being an actor. Oaks Fegley joined #YANALV host Brannagh Breslin to talk about his experience as a child actor and the mental health struggles that can come with it. Oaks has starred in such films as Pete's Dragon and The Goldfinch. Watch ⤵ wdiy.org/yanalv17

The new episode of #YouBetYourGarden has arrived! This week, Mike McGrath gives tips to keep your live Christmas tree from dropping all of its needles before the holidays arrive. Plus, your fabulous phone calls!

Our Youth Media Program student host Abigail Wood is back with a new episode of #TeenScientist. For this month's show, she talks with Emily Eaves Lyter, Administrative Director for Clinical Research at Good Shepherd Rehabilitation.

On the latest episode of #LandmarksWithLeon, Rachel Leon looks at the history of Bethlehem's first church for Black residents and the story of Black communities in the area.

Our Youth Media Program student Maddie Yang returned to the airwaves earlier this week for a new episode of #RootsAndResilience. She welcomed Arash Ghale, a member of the Rodale Institute's research team, to explore Rodale's groundbreaking work in organic farming.

Tonight from 7 to 8 PM on #HiddenCharms — the music of the 1960s, '70s, and '80s — hosts Neil and Shelly Hever look at the hazy shades of winter. The Bangles open up with "Hazy Shade of Winter" and the cold keeps coming with The Doors, Janis Ian, David Bowie, Gordon Lightfoot, Big Star, and more!

🎥 VIDEO PREMIERE: On the latest #Trailblazers, Melody Bradford talked with Lin Erickson, CEO of the Da Vinci Science Center, about how her lifelong passion for education guided her to a position leading the region's leading science center.

For Jack McCallum's latest WDIY commentary, he dives into the world of music biopics, inspired by the recent films about Bob Dylan (A Complete Unknown) and Bruce Springsteen (Deliver Me from Nowhere).

State Senator Lisa Boscola says she plans to introduce two bills that seek to prevent the rise of “card draining” scams.

@thewoodbrothers.bsky.social, a stalwart of the Americana scene, are coming to Archer Music Hall tonight. WDIY's Carlos Benjamin talked to Oliver Wood from the band about their latest album, 'Puff of Smoke,' the group's beginnings, and why "the trick is not to give a damn."

The Lehigh Valley Planning Commission's Minsoo Park has been building a model to predict the Lehigh Valley's population and job growth. Park stopped by the latest episode of #PlanLV to talk about the kind of growth that is expected in our region and what needs to be done to prepare for it.

🎄🍽️ Foodies, this one’s for YOU! This week on the #HomeForTheHolidaysPodcast, we celebrate the Lehigh Valley's culinary makers with guest Veronica Moore of the Taste Smokers. 📺 Watch now: • WDIY's site: wdiy.org/hfth5 • PBS39's YouTube: youtu.be/XF7c9fOBocw • Your favorite podcast site

New Bethany has announced the details of this year's Luminaria Night. The annual tradition that sees tens of thousands of paper bags aglow with candlelight serves as a fundraiser for the nonprofit organization.

For this week's movie review, Paul Willistein looks at 'Wicked: For Good.' The second act of the hit Broadway musical adaptation sees the return of stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande as the wicked and good witch.

💡 Sandra Bieber's advice to those changing jobs Sandra Bieber, Chief Philanthropy Officer at Community Action Lehigh Valley, was Louis Holzman's guest on #YoungValleyLeaders. Watch this episode ⤵ wdiy.org/yvl22

On the latest #CharlaComunitaria, Aurea Ortiz talked with members of the delegation for the Bethlehem-Patillas Sister Cities partnership. Last week, before the delegation left for Puerto Rico, they stopped by #CharlaComunitaria to discuss their trip and the value of a sister cities partnership.

Our second #TheInsideDish interview this month is with Kathleen Fields of Flint Hill Farm Agricultural Education Center, a multifaceted facility in Coopersburg. Kathleen shares some of the land's history and the types of agriculture they pursue.

On this #GivingTuesday, Laurie Hackett reflects on hosting her WDIY show, A Closer Look, that profiles the many nonprofit organizations in the Lehigh Valley and the important work that they do. Browse the archive for many local nonprofits worthy of your support. ⤵ wdiy.org/show/a-closer-look

The first Monday of the month means a new episode of #TheInsideDish! The first interview for December features Mike Drabenstott talking with Rick Graessel of the Green House Tea Room, a classy afternoon tea experience in one of South Bethlehem's historic homes.

📽 VIDEO PREMIERE: On the latest #Trailblazers, Melody Bradford was joined by Dr. Dean Donaher, Principal of Bethlehem Catholic High School, to explore the winding path that brought him to his current role.

Join Arnie Lichten as he celebrates the first day of meteorological winter today on #TheBlend, 1-4 PM! Hear new releases mixed in all afternoon from artists like Pete Muller, David Byrne, Arkells, Eric Bibb, and Professor Louie & The Crowmatix. Plus, a set of Joni Mitchell's music.

On the latest #YouBetYourGarden, Mike McGrath gives some inspiration for gifts to get the gardener in your life this holiday season. Plus, a year of garden-inspired living, and your fabulous phone calls!

Come on back to the #HiddenCharms table tonight for some Thanksgiving leftovers! Listen from 7 to 8 PM as Neil and Shelly fill your musical plate with tunes from The Beatles The Who, New York Dolls, David Bowie, and more. Plus, a feature on music from 1983, a nod to Jimmy Cliff, and other surprises.

Tonight on #TapeSwapRadio, 11 PM - 1 AM, host Shamus McGroggan features the Shards Session from Lehigh Valley alt metal band Leadpetal. Plus, live sets recorded at the Ice House in Bethlehem earlier this year and an interview with William H. Travis about his show tomorrow at the GAP Theatre.

Our new collaborative podcast, #HomeForTheHolidaysPodcast, is being featured on WFMZ tomorrow morning! Tune in Saturday at 8:45 AM as podcast co-hosts Margaret McConnell and Tiffany Sondergaard along with Rachel Abott from the Yoga Loft talk about our efforts to support local businesses.

As our Youth Media Program student Maddie Yang tells us, a gift economy is a different way to think about exchanging items. As opposed to our current market economy, a gift economy runs on sharing and reciprocity — and the oldest gift economy is present all around us in nature.

This week's episode of the #HomeForTheHolidaysPodcast highlights the organizations feeding families across the Lehigh Valley. Our guest is Dawn Godshall of Community Action Lehigh Valley. Enjoy the episode on: - wdiy.org/hfth4 - youtube.com/@PBS39/podcasts - Your favorite podcast platform!

On the latest #Perspectives, John Pearce welcomed Jessica Edris, Project Administrator for Lehigh Valley250, and Megan van Ravenswaay, Exec. Director of the Northampton County Historical and Genealogical Society, to explore the exciting events coming next year for the country's 250th anniversary.

On the latest #TwentiesToolbox, Grace Mansfield sat down with former U.S. Senator Bob Casey, Jr. to explore how he's seen public service evolve and his experience with young people participating in elections.

For his WDIY commentary this week, Jack McCallum talks turkey — specifically Thanksgiving turkey. From his time at his father's small grocery store to the many methods he now has for preparing a turkey for Thanksgiving, Jack shares his memories of (and cooking tips for) the 'noble American bird.'

📽 VIDEO PREMIERE: On the latest #YANALV, our Youth Media Program student Brannagh Breslin sits down with Oakes Fegley, a young actor who's starred in movies like Pete's Dragon and The Goldfinch. Oakes shares his experiences in the film and television industry—including struggles with mental health.

The Red Cross says that the holidays are the time of year when they respond to the most house fires. As many people begin to cook and decorate for their celebrations and gatherings, the organization is emphasizing some simple fire safety practices.

How about some new jazz releases for your Tuesday night? Tonight, 9-11 PM, John Dodds brings you #Doodlin, featuring Lehigh Valley local artist Corinne Mammana, Dave McMurray, Carl Schultz, and Jerry Weldon. Plus, a chilled-out section featuring Heather McKay, and BATIK. Light those candles!

🪕 Mitch Hanna discovered a bluegrass community through WDIY. Mitch Hanna from the Butz Family of Companies talks about what he likes doing for fun around the Lehigh Valley — and how he found the Appalachian Fiddle and Bluegrass Assoc. Watch this episode of #YoungValleyLeaders. ⤵️ wdiy.org/yvl21

Still to come this week on WDIY, the November 'Bach at Noon' concert, a look at the 'Lehigh Valley 250' events being planned for next year, live sets from punk and DIY bands recorded at Bethlehem's Ice House, and more! Check our Program Highlights Google Doc anytime to see what's coming up on WDIY!

Laurie Hackett is back for #ACloserLook, featuring the work of the Lehigh Valley's many nonprofit organizations. This month, Laurie sits down with Jeff Tkach, CEO of the Rodale Institute and Darlene Pors, winner of the Philanthropist of the Year award from the United Way GLV's Women United.

On the latest #LVArtsSalon, @katescuf.bsky.social sits down with JP Jordan, Executive Director and Follies Director, and Alexa Rojo, teaching artist and Follies cast member, to talk about the 26th year of Touchstone Theatre's annual homegrown holiday celebration, Christmas City Follies.

On the latest #WellnessLV, host Sally Handlon talks with Tia McCoun, founder of the Boots and Wings Project, about understanding the basics of end-of-life care — and how we can walk this final journey with compassion and peace.

This week on #LandmarksWithLeon, Rachel Leon's weekly exploration of Bethlehem's historic sites finds her talking about the man behind the founding of @lehighu.bsky.social, whose name you can still see on buildings around the school's campus and Lehigh Valley.