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WNYC, GBH News and WLRN Present “HAITI ON THE LINE: The TPS Emergency”

A live call-in radio special about the end of Temporary Protected Status for Haitians

Thursday, September 17 at 7pm ET

On public radio stations in New York City, Boston and Miami and live on YouTube

(Sept. 15, 2026 -New York, NY) – After a successful collaboration last year, three powerhouse public media stations WNYC, GBH News and WLRN will reunite for a second edition of “HAITI ON THE LINE,” a live call-in special.

Haitians were first granted Temporary Protected Status (TPS) in 2010, in the wake of a devastating earthquake. TPS allowed Haitians to stay safely and be authorized to work in the U.S. Due to the ongoing political and humanitarian crises in Haiti, this status was repeatedly extended until now. The Department of Homeland Security decided to end the designation and, following a lengthy court battle, the termination was effective as of July 27, 2026. Now, approximately 350,000 Haitian nationals are facing deportation. The special will explore what this means for the people and businesses directly impacted by this change and its broader consequences.

WNYC in New York City, GBH News in Boston and WLRN in Miami, representing the three cities with the largest Haitian populations in the United States, will take a deep dive into this issue, speaking with experts and taking calls from listeners directly affected by these changes in immigration laws. Brian Lehrer (WNYC) and Paris Alston (GBH News) host.

The hosts will be joined by special guests and experts on the situation, including:

  • Tim Padgett, Americas Editor of WLRN
  • Frandley Julien, Haitian immigration lawyer
  • Vania André, publisher and editor-in-chief of the Haitian Times

Listeners can call in during the broadcast to share their stories at 1-844-745-TALK (8255).

“Haiti On The Line” will air on WNYC 93.9FM, AM 820 and www.wnyc.org in New York; GBH 89.7FM and gbhnews.org in Boston, and connecting the Commonwealth on WCAI 90.1FM on the Cape and Islands and NEPM 88.5FM in western Massachusetts; and WLRN 91.3FM and wlrn.org in Miami. The special will also be available to stream on-demand at wnyc.org and on YouTube.

For more information, click here.

ABOUT WNYC

With an urban vibrancy and a global perspective, WNYC is New York’s public radio station, broadcasting and streaming award-winning journalism, groundbreaking audio programming, and essential talk radio to the city and beyond. WNYC offers its listeners a unique range of local, national, and international programming, including programming from NPR, American Public Media, PRX and the BBC World Service, along with a roster of WNYC-produced local programs that champion the stories and spirit of New York City and the surrounding region, including “The Brian Lehrer Show” and “All Of It.” From its state-of-the-art studios, WNYC is reshaping audio for a new generation of listeners, producing some of the most beloved nationally-syndicated public radio programs including “Radiolab,” “On the Media” and “The New Yorker Radio Hour.” WNYC broadcasts on 93.9 FM and AM 820 to listeners in New York and the tri-state area, and is available to audiences everywhere at WNYC.org, the WNYC app, and through major digital radio services, all made possible through the generous support of our members, donors, and sponsors.

About GBH

GBH is the leading multiplatform creator for public media in America. As the largest producer of content for PBS and partner to NPR and PRX, GBH delivers compelling experiences, stories and information to audiences wherever they are. GBH produces digital and broadcast programming that engages, illuminates and inspires, through drama and science, history, arts, culture and journalism. GBH is the creator of such signature programs as MASTERPIECE, ANTIQUES ROADSHOW, FRONTLINE, NOVA, AMERICAN EXPERIENCE and ARTHUR and MOLLY OF DENALI and a catalog of streaming series, podcasts and on-demand video. GBH’s television channels include GBH 2, GBH 44, GBH Kids and national services GBH WORLD and Create. With studios and a newsroom headquartered in Boston, GBH reaches across New England with GBH 89.7, Boston’s Local NPR; CRB Classical 99.5; CAI, the Cape and Islands NPR station; and NEPM in Springfield. Dedicated to making media accessible to and representative of our diverse culture, GBH is a pioneer in delivering media to audience members who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind and visually impaired. With PBS LearningMedia, GBH creates curriculum-based digital content for educators nationwide. GBH’s local programming includes Boston Public Radio, GBH News Rooted, Stories from the Stage, The Culture Show, The Curiosity Desk, and High School Quiz Show. GBH has been recognized with hundreds of the nation’s premier broadcast, digital and journalism awards. Find more information at gbh.org.

ABOUT WLRN

WLRN Public Media is committed to being the most trusted source of information and quality entertainment in South Florida’s diverse community. WLRN is best known for its award-winning public radio and television programs. As a multi-channel media enterprise, WLRN consists of radio, television, digital and educational platforms, offering a variety of high-quality programming and advanced learning services to make WLRN a valuable community asset. As the oldest FM station in South Florida and a National Public Radio (NPR) member station, WLRN is the choice among South Floridians who keep abreast of world events through NPR’s Morning Edition and All Things Considered. WLRN also offers a range of thoughtful and engaging programs including the best of National Public Radio, American Public Media, and the BBC, as well as locally-produced programs like The Florida Roundup, The South Florida Roundup and Folk and Acoustic Music with Michael Stock. WLRN-TV presents the best in broadcast television with nationally recognized PBS series to complement award-winning locally produced specials. Prime time programming features an array of cultural, arts, science, drama and documentary specials to meet the diverse curiosity and interests of our local community. In addition, WLRN-TV produces original award-winning documentaries which capture the stories of South Florida, and are distributed to PBS stations nationwide.