Xpn

Xpn, often written as XPN, is primarily known as the branding used by WXPN, the non-commercial public radio station licensed to the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The XPN brand encompasses the station’s music programming on air and online, as well as related live events and digital content. WXPN broadcasts at 88.5 FM and features a music mix that includes indie rock, folk, Americana, and world music, alongside NPR news and talk programming.

The XPN brand is used across multiple platforms, including on-air IDs, the xpn.org website, newsletters, and social media. It serves to position the station as a hub for music discovery and community engagement in the Philadelphia region and beyond. The organization operates as a nonprofit entity and is a member of National Public Radio, collaborating with NPR in distributing national programming while curating local content.

In addition to traditional radio, XPN’s digital presence includes streaming of live performances, artist interviews, and curated playlists. The brand emphasizes local talent and national collaborations, and hosts or supports concerts and events that showcase emerging artists. XPN’s branding thus functions as both a radio brand and a broader music-media platform linked to WXPN’s mission to promote regional and independent music.