The Pulse

Juliane Koepcke, the sole survivor of a plane crash that dumped her in the Peruvian Amazon, survived the wilderness for 11 days. How did she do it? On this episode, we explore what it takes to survive in extreme circumstances. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wha…

NEW OPENING DATE: "The Philly Killer: Legionnaires’ Disease and the Past and Future of Infectious Disease" is coming to the Mütter on Saturday, 5/30! But you can get a special preview during our panel discussion with @whyythepulse this Friday, 5/15. RSVP: muttermuseum.org/events/philly-…

Any mother will tell you that having children changes everything, but what does that transition look like? On this episode, a look at the transformations brought by motherhood, from how it rewires the brain to changing our sense of self. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the…

Be among the first group of people to see "The Philly Killer" at the Mütter Museum! On 5/15, we're teaming up with @WHYYThePulse for a panel discussion that will connect the new exhibition's story with Philadelphia public health, past and present. muttermuseum.org/events/philly-…

@mhfilm Hi Michael — one of our producers has been trying to get in touch with you. She's doing research on a story about colorblind filmmakers. Also sorry to reach out via X, not sure if you got her email.

Sometimes you've just got to sit in a closet for 6 hours and record 600 pieces of sound foley and try not to go insane...

Featuring: @MarcusC236 @RachelYehuda @RachelNuwer and sociologist Joanna Kempner.

Last month, Trump signed an order to accelerate research and review of psychedelic treatments for mental health issues like depression and PTSD. But what do we know about these treatments? On this episode, the healing effects of psychedelics. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hea…

Is nuclear energy making a comeback? Reporter Alan Yu looks into the planned revival of Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island nuclear power plant. whyy.org/segments/as-th…

40 years ago, a reactor at Chernobyl exploded, releasing an invisible cloud of radioactive particles, putting millions at risk. On this episode, we look back at this devastating nuclear accident with Adam Higginbotham, author of “Midnight in Chernobyl." podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/40-…

We've been told we do things because we like them — because of dopamine. But that's not entirely true when we reach for our devices and ultraprocessed foods🤨 On this episode, what we get wrong about dopamine with science writer @FoodieScience podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-…

Featuring: @neilshea13 , @VinceBeiser and @RutgersU professor Åsa Rennermalm

President Donald Trump still sees Greenland as a political asset — but scientists say it’s far more than that. The icy island holds clues about Earth's climate future. On this episode, what Greenland can teach us about our past and future. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wha…

On vacation and feeling “off” with your bathroom routine? Neurogastroenterologist Trisha Pasricha says constipation affects nearly half of Americans while traveling — but there are ways to stay regular. Nichole Currie reports ⬇️ whyy.org/segments/troub…

Urgent care centers have doubled in the U.S. over the past decade — filling a gap between primary care and the ER. But growth brings questions about quality of care. On this episode, we explore what’s driving the boom and its impact. 🔗 bit.ly/4s8Gmlr

Congratulations to our Television & Audio Journalism finalists! Featured on @kare11 @HBO @PBS @GBH @whyy @WHYYThePulse these journalists tackle topics such as rural health deserts, aging in America, equity in organ transplantation, challenges within addiction recovery programs, and the rise of urgent care as primary care. Learn more on our website: bit.ly/NIHCM2026TVAFi… #NIHCMAwardsJournalism @AJInvestigates @KellyDietz_11 @gKare11 @Steve_Eckert David Peterlinz @Shari_Cookson @MaikenScott @llazarski

“Perfectionism is often seen as a virtue, but it can be paralyzing—undermining our goals and harming our health.” On this episode, we explore what drives perfectionism, why it can be dangerous, and how to break free from it. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the…

Featuring: @katiehafner & @LostWomenofSci

From Kevlar to dark matter, women scientists have shaped our world — yet many remain forgotten, ignored, and overlooked. For Women's History Month, we unearth their stories and bring their legacies to light. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/une…

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60 million Americans are family caregivers, yet the experience can feel incredibly isolating. On this episode, we dive into the unspoken reality of caregiving with sociologist Laura Mauldin — from whirlwind romances to navigating strong-willed parents. bit.ly/4sCY1Cs