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Dr. Leana Wen is a Washington Post columnist, professor at George Washington University's Milken Institute School of Public Health, author of the book Lifelines: A Doctor's Journey in the Fight for Public Health, and former Baltimore City Health Commissioner.

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Healthwatch with Dr. Leana Wen: New health choices for the New Year

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Dr. Leana Wen speaks with Tom about new lifestyle and health choices we can make in 2024.

The U.S. border wall in Neco, Arizona. (Photo by Jonathan McIntosh via Flickr)

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Migrant surge during the holidays, how will cities adapt?

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Last month, more than 300,000 migrants came to the US from a host of countries fleeing political persecution and poverty. Cities across the country are struggling to take them in. Krish O’Mara Vignarajah of Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service joins me with an update.

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Spotlight on Mental Health and Suicide Prevention

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As suicide prevention month comes to a close, Tom speaks with three experts on the importance of suicide awareness and mental health support.

Members of the Ndlovu Youth Choir. The South African troupe is currently on a US tour, and performs Tuesday night at the Keystone Corner Jazz Club in Baltimore. Since its inception in 2009, Ndlovu has become one of the world's most popular singing groups. Their unique musical arrangements, powerhouse vocals and energetic choreography have inspired millions across the globe. (photo courtesy Ndlovu)

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Midday Mini-Concerts: South Africa's Ndlovu Youth Choir

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The popular South African musical troupe, the Ndlovu Youth Choir, joins us for a celebratory hour of song.

Tony Nam and Beth Hylton star in Dial M for Murder.

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Rousuck Review: 'Dial M for Murder' at Everyman Theatre

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Midday theater critic J. Wynn Rousuck joins us each week with her reviews of the Maryland, DC and Virginia regional stage.

Gov. Moore at the press conference unveiling his preliminary FY 2024 Budget Plan. Credit: Twitter @iamwesmoore

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WYPR Reporters' Year End Newswrap 2023

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Tom hears from reporters from WYPR's News Department about the year's biggest stories and moments of levity.

FILE - President Donald Trump speaks at his Mar-a-Lago estate on Jan. 3, 2019, in Palm Beach, Fla. The hush money case in New York that has led to criminal charges against Donald Trump is one of a number of investigations that could pose legal problems for the former president. (AP Photo/ Evan Vucci, File)

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Donald Trump is disqualified from the Colorado election ballot

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Tom speaks with legal expert Kim Wehle about the Colorado Supreme Court's decision on presidential candidate Donald Trump.

Baltimore Center Stage Artistic Director Stevie Walker-Webb

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Baltimore Center Stage's Artistic Director Stevie Walker-Webb

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Stevie Walker-Webb is the new Artistic Director at Baltimore Center Stage. The award-winning director shares his vision for theater in the Baltimore region.

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Baltimore Corps celebrates 10 years with new leader Caryn York

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Baltimore Corps is celebrating 10 years of developing youth for full time jobs and work opportunities. Caryn York is the new President and CEO and shares her desire to continue the mission.

The musicians of Helicon and Friends, performing live on Friday, December16 at WYPR sister-station WTMD, for Midday's 2022 Holiday Concert. The players are: (L-R) Robin Bullock (guitar), Brad Kolodner (vocals, banjo), Rachel Eddy (vocals, fiddle), Chris Norman (flute), Elke Baker (fiddle), Alex Laquement (bass), Sean McComiskey (accordion), and Ken Kolodner (hammer dulcimer). (Photo by Teria Rogers/WYPR)

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Midday's Annual Holiday Show 2023: Helicon and Friends

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Midday's annual Holiday show featuring a live performance with Helicon and Friends.