What WPLN is Reading, Watching, Listening to, and Excited for: June 2026

READING | The Effortless Perfection Myth: Debunking the Myth and Revealing the Path to Empowerment for Today's College Women by Caralena Peterson: The debate over whether "women can have it all" rages on — and now, even women as young as college students feel the pressure to have it all and be it all.

WATCHING | Even if you're not a fan of soccer, it's been such a joy to watch the United States host matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup and welcome fans from every corner of the globe — and to see those fans discover and embrace our cities, culture, and hospitality.

LISTENING TO | When the Kelce brothers took their podcast New Heights to film live in L.A., U.S. Women's National Team icons Alex Morgan and Kelley O'Hara joined them to discuss the magic of the World Cup and soccer's growing popularity in the U.S.

EXCITED FOR | The 250th anniversary of America's founding this July 4! Here's to the next 250!

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