Southerners stay in touch the old-fashioned way after Helene cuts roads, power, phones
Isolated and without electricity or phone service since Hurricane Helene in
communication
Art Of The Buzzkill: Health Officials Struggle To Boost Vaccination, Stall Parties
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks to sociologist Zeynep Tufekci about why there has been a failure of public health messaging about life after getting a coronavirus vaccine.
Friend or Foe? Naked Mole Rats Can Tell By A Unique Squeak
A new study shows that naked mole rats speak with distinct dialects that appear to be learned — and reveal what group they belong to.
What This Picture Of Beyoncé Tells Us About How Generation Z Connects
Why talk when you can say it with an emoji or a GIF? "Instead of me telling someone how good I look, I can just send them a picture of Beyoncé in a queen's outfit," Youth Radio's Robert Fisher says.
Um, Uh, Huh? Are These Words Clues To Understanding Human Language?
Tiny filler words in human rapid-fire conversation hold the key to understanding how language is unique, according to a new book. But anthropologist Barbara J. King raises some questions.
Media Influences The Young And Their Perceptions: Dr. Kim Smith
Associate Professor of Journalism and Mass Communication at North Carolina A&T University, Dr.
Communication Plays A Large Role In The Winston-Salem Symphony: Rachel Williams
The Director of Dommunication of the Winston-Salem symphony, Rachel Williams, tells radio camper Quinn McCrea about how she got into her career.
When Bats Squeak, They Tend To Squabble
Researchers have found new clues to how bats communicate. And it turns out they tend to argue — a lot. The research could lead to a broader understanding of animal communication.
Abuse Or The Flu? My Autistic Son Couldn't Tell Me What Was Wrong
My heart fell when a counselor called to say he was worried something bad might have happened to Nat, my severely autistic 25-year-old son. Nat has trouble talking, and was teary. What should I do?