WHYY Listen: News & Podcasts

Name: WHYY Listen: News & Podcasts
Rating: 4.9 (2832 reviews)
Author: WHYY, Inc.

by WHYY, Inc.

iPhone · iPad

Active Last checked 31 Jul 2026

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At a glance: Free to download

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News
Music

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Function	Availability	Access	Scope	Evidence
Free app	Yes	Free	—	Store published

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Free

Last verified 31 Jul 2026

Ratings & reviews

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4.9 2832 ratings · App Store

5/5As npr goes, it’s fine, but I wish that
As npr goes, it’s fine, but I wish that there would be more investigative journalism, which surely WHYY could find funders to support focused on Pennsylvania in Philadelphia in Pittsburgh, and also programs appealing to young Black people to bring in that demographic , and witch to my knowledge seems to becompletely not only ignored, but the demographics frankly totally unaware of what npr actually stands for, who have never tried to even find it because I’ve never heard of it

nowdafunbegins · 31 Jul 2026
5/5Doesn’t load in a timely manner
I have always used the app to listen to WHYY but the new listen app doesn’t work as well. The buffering takes forever and sometimes it doesn’t load at all but just keeps spinning on the support message which usually plays before the live show. I never had any trouble listening to the shows on the other app. Please look into this! I am missing my programs! Thanks.

Kingzrule2 · 31 Jul 2026
5/5Best version of NPR mobile app
Best in class local broadcasting. Also nice because when you bring up the app there’s not an additional, annoying “brought to you by” ad like every other NPR broadcaster app seems to have. I listen to and contribute to WHYY’s Mobile App even though I don’t live in the Philly market.

Sbr72 · 31 Jul 2026
5/5Trust
There’s not a lot in the news channels I trust or feel I get unbiassed different views from except WHYY radio. It’s NOT sensationalized opinions that’s so scary. Just honest , fact driven, straight forward news. Shows are fun and informative at the same time. I would pay for subscription. Thank you.

LorrieBetler · 31 Jul 2026
5/5Love the updated app!
I really appreciate being able to pause and restart the livestream. The app is much more organized, easy to use, and I can keep track of all my favorite shows. Great job!

SMTnyu · 31 Jul 2026

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Versions

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1.4.0
Updated sharing capabilities
1.4.2
Functionality improvements
1.4.3
Updated icon images
1.4.4
We’ve updated our presence in the App Store to show off our new look and highlight everything you can do with the WHYY app.
1.4.5
Updated the store listing information
1.4.6
Updated push notifications
1.4.7
Updated store information
1.4.8
Updated for optimization with the latest version of iOS.
1.4.9
We’ve updated our app to offer more WHYY and NPR content than ever before! For everything from top stories to the latest newscast to your favorite podcasts, check out the new and improved WHYY App.
1.5.0
We’ve updated our app to offer more WHYY and NPR content than ever before! For everything from top stories to the latest newscast to your favorite podcasts, check out the new and improved WHYY App.
1.5.1
Added Car Play functionality
1.5.2
Updated for better performance.
1.5.3
Performance improvements.
1.5.4
Performance improvements
2.0.0
Complete rebuild and redesign. Includes new features and functionality such as: +Rewindable livestream +Interactive radio schedule where you can listen to past programs +Full screen audio players for podcasts and livestream +WHYY and NPR Newscasts +WHYY News audio stories +News articles from WHYY News and Billy Penn +WHYY podcasts +National podcasts and shows (NPR and PRX) +Save articles and audio episodes to read or listen later +Download audio episodes for offline listening +Save your favorite podcasts and shows for easy access +Keep track of programs you've heard or articles you've read with your history section +Subscribe to custom notifications
2.0.1
Complete rebuild and redesign. Includes new features and functionality such as: +Rewindable livestream +Interactive radio schedule where you can listen to past programs +Full screen audio players for podcasts and livestream +WHYY and NPR Newscasts +WHYY News audio stories +News articles from WHYY News and Billy Penn +WHYY podcasts +National podcasts and shows (NPR and PRX) +Save articles and audio episodes to read or listen later +Download audio episodes for offline listening +Save your favorite podcasts and shows for easy access +Keep track of programs you've heard or articles you've read with your history section +Subscribe to custom notifications +Bug fixes
2.0.2
This update includes general bug fixes. If you enjoy our app, please take a moment to review us in the App Store.
2.1.0
This update includes: - Deep linking - A link to the WHYY TV schedule - Bug fixes and other improvements If you enjoy our app, please take a moment to review us in the App Store.
2.1.1
New — WHYY Word Game exclusive to app users! Inspired by our content, this daily word puzzle challenges you to guess the word in six tries. This update also includes bug fixes and other improvements.
2.2.0
Introducing the new Listening Queue! Now you can create a personalized play order for your favorite audio. Easily queue up newscasts, local stories, podcasts, and the livestream to autoplay one after another. Enjoy non-stop, hands-free listening! This update also includes bug fixes and other improvements.
2.2.1
- Resume where you left off: If you pause a podcast episode, the app will now remember your place. The next time you return, you can pick up right where you stopped listening. (Note: if you clear your listening history, your saved progress will reset and episodes will start from the beginning again.) - Fresh new look: The app now has a new icon! - Improved performance: Behind the scenes updates that should result in smoother, more reliable performance.
2.2.2
- bug fixes
2.3.0
New: Create a free WHYY Account for a personalized experience New: Manage your WHYY Membership and access exclusive member benefits like your WHYY MemberCard New: Pick up where you left off across devices Save and download content with your account Sync your listening and reading history Access your account across WHYY, NPR, and PBS Plus: livestream rewind, interactive schedule, podcasts, and more
2.3.1
Bug fixes and improvements
2.4.0 · 23 Jun 2026
This update includes: - Accessibility updates including improved VoiceOver and TalkBack functionality, plus layout adjustments to accommodate larger text sizes - General bug fixes and improvements

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Last verified: 31 Jul 2026
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