Emily Quirk
Program DirectorBefore becoming Program Director Quirk served as NHPR's production manager. During that time she's voiced and crafted the 'sound of the station,' coordinated countless on-air fundraisers, served as lead -project manager for the By Degrees Climate Summit produced segments for Give Back NH , Something Wild, New Hampshire Calling, and developed NHPR's own NHPR Music vertical with features such as Live from Studio D, and long-loved favorites like Holidays By Request. Before NHPR, Quirk hosted for All Things Considered and served as Director of Business and Foundation Support for KUSP, Central Coast Public Radio in Santa Cruz, CA.
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NHPR is proud to announce the launch of Cosmically Curious, a weekly segment hosted by Patrick McNameeKing. It's the extraterrestrial cousin of Homegrown NH that’s all about celebrating the night sky with a healthy dose of joy, curiosity and zero pretension. -
This short, safety‑focused segment offers listeners practical, activity‑specific weather insights to help them plan outdoor adventures across New Hampshire. -
Heather Cox Richardson joined Civics 101 host Hannah McCarthy at The Music Hall in Portsmouth, NH, on Sept. 29, 2023 to discuss her book Democracy Awakening. -
This January, NHPR marks the 40th anniversary of the Challenger shuttle disaster with a multi-part series honoring the life, impact, and enduring legacy of Christa McAuliffe, New Hampshire’s teacher-astronaut. -
Chris Martin, longtime raptor biologist with New Hampshire Audubon and beloved co-host of NHPR’s Something Wild, is retiring. -
To wrap up 2025 on a festive note, NHPR hosts Rick Ganley and Joe Boehnlein are bringing you two full hours of under-appreciated holiday tunes—all requested by listeners like you. -
As 2025 comes to an end, NHPR is celebrating the holiday season with a rich lineup of festive programming, musical traditions, and storytelling specials designed to bring warmth, reflection, and joy. -
NHPR hosted a live recording of 'The Middle' with Jeremy Hobson at the Capitol Center for the Arts' BNH Stage, drawing a full, energetic crowd for a thoughtful, hopeful discussion on Oct. 22, 2025. -
In this special summer series from Give Back NH we explore how local libraries across New Hampshire strengthen communities and support lifelong learning. -
In this special summer series from Give Back NH we explore how local libraries across New Hampshire strengthen communities, support lifelong learning, and build trust—through the people, programs, and stories that make them essential.
