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WHYY Listen: News & Podcasts on Windows Pc

Developed By: WHYY, Inc.

License: Free

Rating: 4,8/5 - 443 votes

Last Updated: February 19, 2025

Compatible with Windows 10/11 PC & Laptop

App Details

Version	5.1.1
Size	29.2 MB
Release Date	December 27, 24
Category	Entertainment Apps
App Permissions: Allows applications to open network sockets. [see more (7)]
Description from Developer: Discover & Engage Experience the free-to-use WHYY Listen App, bringing you closer to the heart of the Greater Philadelphia region. Stream live radio, access on-demand audio st... [read more]

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About this app

On this page you can download WHYY Listen: News & Podcasts and install on Windows PC. WHYY Listen: News & Podcasts is free Entertainment app, developed by WHYY, Inc.. Latest version of WHYY Listen: News & Podcasts is 5.1.1, was released on 2024-12-27 (updated on 2025-02-19). Estimated number of the downloads is more than 10,000. Overall rating of WHYY Listen: News & Podcasts is 4,8. Generally most of the top apps on Android Store have rating of 4+. This app had been rated by 443 users, 1 users had rated it 5*, 377 users had rated it 1*.

How to install WHYY Listen: News & Podcasts on Windows?

Instruction on how to install WHYY Listen: News & Podcasts on Windows 10 Windows 11 PC & Laptop

In this post, I am going to show you how to install WHYY Listen: News & Podcasts on Windows PC by using Android App Player such as BlueStacks, LDPlayer, Nox, KOPlayer, ...

Before you start, you will need to download the APK/XAPK installer file, you can find download button on top of this page. Save it to easy-to-find location.

[Note] You can also download older versions of this app on bottom of this page.

Below you will find a detailed step-by-step guide, but I want to give you a fast overview of how it works. All you need is an emulator that will emulate an Android device on your Windows PC and then you can install applications and use it - you see you're playing it on Android, but this runs not on a smartphone or tablet, it runs on a PC.

If this doesn't work on your PC, or you cannot install, comment here and we will help you!

Install using BlueStacks
Install using NoxPlayer

Step By Step Guide To Install WHYY Listen: News & Podcasts using BlueStacks

Download and Install BlueStacks at: https://www.bluestacks.com. The installation procedure is quite simple. After successful installation, open the Bluestacks emulator. It may take some time to load the Bluestacks app initially. Once it is opened, you should be able to see the Home screen of Bluestacks.
Open the APK/XAPK file: Double-click the APK/XAPK file to launch BlueStacks and install the application. If your APK/XAPK file doesn't automatically open BlueStacks, right-click on it and select Open with... Browse to the BlueStacks. You can also drag-and-drop the APK/XAPK file onto the BlueStacks home screen
Once installed, click "WHYY Listen: News & Podcasts" icon on the home screen to start using, it'll work like a charm :D

[Note 1] For better performance and compatibility, choose BlueStacks 5 Nougat 64-bit read more

[Note 2] about Bluetooth: At the moment, support for Bluetooth is not available on BlueStacks. Hence, apps that require control of Bluetooth may not work on BlueStacks.

How to install WHYY Listen: News & Podcasts on Windows PC using NoxPlayer

Download & Install NoxPlayer at: https://www.bignox.com. The installation is easy to carry out.
Drag the APK/XAPK file to the NoxPlayer interface and drop it to install
The installation process will take place quickly. After successful installation, you can find "WHYY Listen: News & Podcasts" on the home screen of NoxPlayer, just click to open it.

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Download older versions

Other versions available: 5.1.1 , 5.1.0 , 4.0.7.

Download WHYY Listen: News & Podcasts 5.1.1 on Windows PC – 29.2 MB

Download WHYY Listen: News & Podcasts 5.1.0 on Windows PC – 41.8 MB

Download WHYY Listen: News & Podcasts 4.0.7 on Windows PC – 8.4 MB

Discover & Engage

Experience the free-to-use WHYY Listen App, bringing you closer to the heart of the Greater Philadelphia region. Stream live radio, access on-demand audio stories, and immerse yourself in podcasts featuring compelling local and national storytelling. Never miss a beat with the ability to rewind live radio and replay shows from the past week, all tailored to fit your schedule.

Never Miss a Moment: Rewindable Livestream & Past Programs

Stay in control of your listening experience with the WHYY Listen App's innovative rewindable livestream feature. Whether you missed a key news segment or want to relive a powerful interview, you can easily rewind the live radio stream at any time. Simply tap to go back 15 seconds, restart the current program, or scrub through the audio to revisit any part of the broadcast.

Plus, the app allows you to replay any live show from the past week. Catch up on programs you may have missed or re-listen to your favorites at your convenience. The power to pause, rewind, and replay puts you in charge of your radio experience like never before.

Extensive Podcast Library

Dive into a rich selection of podcasts, including local favorites like Studio 2, The Connection, and The Pulse, as well as nationally acclaimed NPR shows such as Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me and Up First. All your favorites in one place for effortless listening.

In-Depth Local News

Stay informed with our award-winning journalism. From breaking news and investigative stories to in-depth reporting on politics, health, and culture, the WHYY Listen App provides comprehensive coverage that matters to you.

Features at Your Fingertips:

- CarPlay Compatibility: Seamlessly integrate your listening experience with your daily commute.

- Customizable Listening: Save shows for later, download episodes for offline enjoyment, and easily share content with others.

- Real-Time Engagement: Stay connected with your community through daily local updates and national newscasts.

Download Now and Transform Your Listening Experience!

For additional help and FAQs, visit https://whyy.org/whyy-listen-app

About WHYY

WHYY is the leading public media company in the Greater Philadelphia region, serving people in Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and beyond. In addition to a robust slate of locally-produced programs and services, WHYY is your local NPR and PBS member station. You can find us on radio, TV, online and, now, in the app store. Because we’re a member-supported, not-for-profit organization, everything we do is made possible by listeners like you. Please consider making a donation at WHYY.org.

Allows applications to open network sockets.
Allows an application to write to external storage.
Allows using PowerManager WakeLocks to keep processor from sleeping or screen from dimming.
Allows applications to access information about networks.
Allows applications to access information about Wi-Fi networks.
Allows an application to read from external storage.
Allows access to the vibrator.