x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

WPTF Morning News

WPTF FM 92.9 AM 680

The WPTF Morning News airs weekdays from 5-9 a.m. ET. Each morning, you will receive local and national news, sports, entertainment, and live traffic reports, along with interviews regarding local news that matters, with a focus on showcasing local businesses and people. Plus, the crew will assure to give you fun and entertaining segments to keep you tuned in all morning long!

news daily news

All Episodes

6:15

NCHA: Conversations on the State of Healthcare \ Part...

WPTF Morning News ·

2024/03/22

Brian Floyd, R.N., M.B.A., the Chief Operating Officer of ECU Health and a board member of the North Carolina Healthcare Association, discusses Medicaid Expansion in the Tar Heel State with Kristine Bellino, Vice President of News and Information Programming for the North Carolina News Network (NCNN). The conversation is part of a partnership between Curtis Media Group and the North Carolina Healthcare Association, designed to increase awareness about healthcare in the state and enhance the well

en

5:46

3/22/2024 Dr. Selena Lane

WPTF Morning News ·

2024/03/22

You may not realize it, but alcohol poisoning is more common then you think if cats and dogs. Dr. Selena Lane joins Jon Champion to discuss how this became an issue.

en

6:08

3/21/2024 Devaron Benjamin

WPTF Morning News ·

2024/03/21

With financial and accreditation issues facing St. Augustine's University, Jon Champion speaks with Devaron Benjamin about the resolution to remove the current board of trustees and move past this incident.

en

7:41

3/20/2024 Michael Easley, US Eastern District Attorney

WPTF Morning News ·

2024/03/20

Michael Easley once again joins the WPTF Morning Show, to talk about what he is focusing on in the eastern district of North Carolina.

en

5:23

3/20/2024 Talk of the Town - Teresa Furr

WPTF Morning News ·

2024/03/20

Wake County has experienced rapid urban growth over the last decade resulting in the loss of nearly 23,000 acres of farm and forest land. Faced with ongoing challenges, farmers need help to keep their business going as a result, Wake County's Soil and Water Conservation District is organizing its 19th Annual Keeping the Farm Workshop. Joining The WPTF Morning Show to talk more about this workshop and the work they are doing is Teresa Furr, Director of the Wake County Soil and Water Conservation

en

5:43

3/19/2024 Marie Bethea, Ernestines Caribbean Cuisine

WPTF Morning News ·

2024/03/19

Marie Bethea with the help of her husband, her right hand man, bring a fusion of Haitian and American cuisine in a Caribbean food truck. They both join Chris Edwards to tell their story.

en

5:19

3/19/2024 Talk of the Town - Nikki Wall

WPTF Morning News ·

2024/03/19

There are several community events coming up in the Town of Selma and joining Chris Edwards to chat more about those events in today's Talk of the Town segment is Nikki Wall the Community Engagement Coordinator for the Town of Selma

en

4:41

3/19/2024 talk of the Town - Jim Jones and Jon Studnek

WPTF Morning News ·

2024/03/19

For the first time in nearly 75 years, Fuquay-Varina will celebrate the opening of a new fire station. On Thursday the town will hold a ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of Fire Station 4, a facility of over 18,000 square feet that will house both the town's Fire Department and Wake County Emergency Medical Services. Joining Chris Edwards to talk more about this facility is Jim Jones, Fuquay-Varina Fire Chief and Jon Studnek, Wake County EMS Director.

en

4:45

3/19/2024 Abigail Zapote

WPTF Morning News ·

2024/03/19

Thanks to an ongoing effort in achieving equitable access thousands more Americans in underserved communities have received benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA) however, many more can receive financial assistance from Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Joining Chris Edwards to talk more about this is Abigail Zapote, Senior Advisor for the Social Security Administration.

en

5:28

3/18/2024 Scott Langley, United States Golf Association

WPTF Morning News ·

2024/03/18

We are just a few months away from the return of the US Open to Pinehurst - marking the 4th time the tournament will be held in our state. Joining Chris Edwards to preview the Tournament and talk about his experience in Pinehurst is Scott Langley, Senior Director of Player Relations for the United States Golf Association.

en

6:00

3/18/2024 Jill Schlesinger

WPTF Morning News ·

2024/03/18

Potential changes coming in the housing industry, sellers may not be required to pay a commission to the buyers agent. This change may be coming in July and many agents are worried and may end up leaving the profession. Jill Schlesinger talks with Chris Edwards about this and more.

en

5:42

3/18/2024 Jay Ratliff

WPTF Morning News ·

2024/03/18

A Chinese man tossing a coin into an engine for good luck causing a major delay, and even more Boeing issues. These story's and more with aviation analyst Jay Ratliff.

en

4:00

3/15/2024 Professor James Dale

WPTF Morning News ·

2024/03/15

Panama Disease has devastated banana crops for centuries and it threatens the modern cavendish. These are not the only issues the banana is facing, as it is been affected by other diseases as well as climate change, causing price increases for many, and harming the industry. Distinguished Professor James Dale, from the Queensland University of Technology, has spent the past 30 years. developing technology to help crops resist diseases. He joins the WPTF Morning Show to discuss latest advancements in

en

4:24

3/15/2024 Dr. Katy Burden

WPTF Morning News ·

2024/03/15

Springtime is the peak time when people start raising chickens and owners add to their backyard flocks. It’s also the height of migration season for birds, a time when our nation’s poultry are at higher risk from the threat of dangerous diseases, like avian influenza and currently, the U.S. is experiencing the largest Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) outbreak in history. Joining Chris Edwards to talk more about this is the USDA's Dr. Katy Burden.

en

4:33

3/15/2024 Sam Green

WPTF Morning News ·

2024/03/15

Earlier this week the US House passed a bill with bipartisan support that calls for TikTok's parent company to sell or it would be banned in the United States. Joining Chris Edwards to talk more about this bill and its potential impacts is Sam Green, NIL Content Advisor at META.

en

6:18

3/14/2024 Scott MacFarlane

WPTF Morning News ·

2024/03/14

The TikTok ban has gotten past the house and is on its way to the senate. This bipartisan bill has been moved very fast though the house, which has been raising concerns for many users of the app. Scott MacFarlane with CBS joins Chris Edwards to talk about the bill and what could potently happen if it does end in a ban.

en

6:38

3/13/2024 Amanda Hoyle, Tri Pointe Homes

WPTF Morning News ·

2024/03/13

A lot of people are building new homes in Wake County, and many wonder if it is a feasible option in the current housing market. Amanda Hoyle from Tri Pointe Homes, joins the WPTF Morning Show to talk about the market and what is expected to change in 2024.

en

4:54

3/13/2024 Jeff McCausland, CBS News Military Analyst

WPTF Morning News ·

2024/03/13

On Tuesday the Haitian Prime Minister resigned after gangs managed to take control over many parts of the county. Many countries are calling for a new election in Haiti in order to restore some order in the country. Russia has also stated again that they are prepared to consider the nuclear option . Jeff McCausland, CBS News Military Analyst, joins Chris Edwards to talk about the situation in Haiti and in Ukraine.

en

6:05

3/12/2024 Jackie Cerda-Smith

WPTF Morning News ·

2024/03/12

A new study of how high school students respond to a program designed to increase the frequency and quality of conversations about race in school finds that the anti-racist intervention did not cause stress or feelings of alienation among study participants. The finding rebuts concerns that anti-racist programs are harmful to children and teens. Joining Chris Edwards and Jon Champion to talk more about this survey is Jackie Cerda-Smith

en

7:15

3/12/2024 David Glenn, North Carolina Sports Network

WPTF Morning News ·

2024/03/12

The ACC Men's Basketball Tournament tips off today in our Nation's Capitol with three games today including one of our local teams, NC State in action as the Wolfpack takes Louisville at 4:30. Here to talk more about this years Tournament is David Glenn of the North Carolina Sports Network.

en

2,468 results

Similar Podcasts

Expres Ráno

Expres FM

PBS News Hour - Full Show

PBS News

CD Voice

China Daily

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report

Noa Levi

Jeffrey Epstein: The Coverup Chronicles

Bobby Capucci