Otzi the Iceman is Europe’s oldest known natural mummy. This extraordinary body has been locked away, out of reach, in a frozen crypt – until now. New revelations about Otzi’s life and legacy come to light, including surprising secrets hidden in his genetic code.
Wednesday, September 28, at 9:00 p.m.
WPSU will host a debate between Congressional 5th District candidates Glenn Thompson (R) and Kerith Strano Taylor (D).
Saturday, October 15, at 7:00 p.m.
Semyon Bychkov conducts the Vienna Philharmonic at Austria’s Imperial Schönbrunn Palace. The mostly French program includes works by Bizet, Poulenc, Ravel, Offenbach and Johann Strauss II. With French piano duo Katia and Marielle Labèque.
Friday, September 30, at 10:00 p.m.
Join the country’s highest tribute to Latinos by Latinos. The program includes performances and appearances by celebrated Hispanic artists. Honorees include Sonia Sotomayor, Junot Díaz, Angelica Maria, J Balvin and more.
Friday, September 30, at 11:00 p.m.
The 2016 Jazz at the Palmer free concert series continues Thursday, October 27 featuring the Penn State Student Jazz Ensemble. Seat reservations open October 1, at 8:00 a.m. Continue »
Thursday, October 27, at 7:30 p.m.
WPSU Penn State earned a pair of prestigious Emmy awards from the Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. Continue »
Brooke Gladstone joins us from her studio at WNYC, where On The Media is produced, to help us make sense of the information environment we live in. She’ll also talk about media bias—it turns out, there are lots of different kinds—and we’ll ponder the often-asked question: Did the media create the Trump candidacy? Continue »
If you are familiar with science writer Mary Roach, you know she is never one to shy away from parts of science that verge on the absurd. I read two of her previous books, and was enchanted by Roach's unique combination of endless curiosity and a wry sense of humor. Continue »
WPSU is seeking stories about Lewistown and its surrounding areas for the latest edition in the Our Town series. We need stories about the people, places, and happenings in your area and we need you to help tell them. Continue »
Volunteer storytellers from the Penns Valley area stories about The Grange, Old Gregg School, farms, monuments, artifacts, art, divining for graves, and so much more. Find out what makes Penns Valley a GREAT place to live. Continue »
President Barron explores how Penn State researches are using crowdsourcing and mobile technology to protect the world’s food supply. Continue »
Get ready for some out of this world fun as we turn the WPSU studio into a Cosmic Carnival. Continue »
Sunday, October 23, from 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Volunteer storytellers from Cresson share stories about a love for singing, their schools and libraries, reading and sports programs, ambulance and fire departments, and the joys of train watching. Continue »
Tipping Point is a page turner. It is the fifteenth novel in David Poyer’s acclaimed series of naval adventures featuring Captain Dan Lenson. But don’t worry if you don’t know anything about the modern Navy or haven’t read any of the first fourteen novels. Continue »
Deadline to register for the general election is October 11. Find out how to register to vote, learn about offices up for election, and find other valuable voter resources by visiting wpsu.org/vote16.
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