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Soccer for Social Change

Soccer for Social Change - 6:35

Sixteen million children in the United States are growing up without the presence of a mentor, and of this group, more than half are faced with challenges on a day-to-day basis, including lack of access to athletic programs.

Ed Foster-Simeon, President and CEO of the U.S. Soccer Foundation, joins Sheila Hyland to discuss his organization’s mission to provide children of all economic backgrounds the opportunity to play the game of soccer, while learning necessary life skills from coach-mentors.

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America's Rising Suicide Rate

America's Rising Suicide Rate - 5:46

The recent deaths of celebrities Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain have brought suicide to the forefront of the national conversation. Now the 10th-leading cause of death in the United States, suicide rates have risen more than 25 percent since 1999.

John Madigan, Senior Vice President and Chief Public Policy Officer of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, joins Sheila Hyland to discuss this public health crisis and suicide prevention.

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Tackling the Urban Food Desert Crisis

Tackling the Urban Food Desert Crisis - 6:33

Nearly 40 percent of American adults and 20 percent of adolescents are obese – the highest-ever recorded rates. While obesity remains prevalent throughout the country, rates are even higher among lower-income individuals.

Jeff Kramer, CEO of Real Food America, joins Sheila Hyland to discuss a program designed to make affordable, healthy and nutritious food options easily accessible throughout urban America.

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Protecting Your Personal Data

Protecting Your Personal Data - 6:13

According to PricewaterhouseCoopers, only 10 percent of consumers feel they have complete control over their personal information, while 25 percent believe most companies handle their personal data responsibly. Can businesses be trusted to protect your personal information?

John Verdi, Vice President of Policy at Future of Privacy Forum, joins Sheila Hyland to talk about the importance of data privacy laws, including new legislation in California, which aim to empower consumers.

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Saving Teens in Crisis

Saving Teens in Crisis - 5:22

It is estimated that about 15 million U.S. children experience a diagnosable mental, emotional or behavioral disorder each year – and only 20 percent are ever diagnosed and receive treatment. Due to a lack of financial resources, many individuals are unable to receive vital treatment.

Kelly Brown, Executive Director of Saving Teens in Crisis Collaborative, joins Sheila Hyland to discuss the resources readily available for teens and families seeking a pathway to recovery.

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Life After 60: Aging in America

Life After 60: Aging in America - 6:40

America’s population is aging. By the year 2030, one in five Americans will be at retirement age. As breakthroughs in medicine and technology continue to help us live longer, what can we do to prepare ourselves for life after retirement?

Anna Maria Chávez, Executive Vice President and Chief Growth Officer for the National Council on Aging, joins Sheila Hyland to discuss the NCOA’s mission to educate people about the tools and services available to help Americans age with the best possible health and economic security.

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Boosting After-School Success

Boosting After-School Success - 5:28

Every day in the U.S., 1.3 million school-age children are home without adult supervision after school. Research suggests that participation in structured after-school clubs can have benefits for children including emotional, social and academic development.

Valerie Heron-Duranti, Senior Director of Youth Development for Boys & Girls Clubs of America, joins Sheila Hyland to discuss the significance of structured, supportive after-school hours for children.

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Preventing Teen Pregnancy

Preventing Teen Pregnancy - 5:03

Approximately 1 million teenage girls become pregnant each year in the United States, accounting for 13 percent of all U.S. births. Children born to teen moms are at risk to suffer health, social and emotional problems. Teen mothers are more likely to drop out of school, make less money and face increased rates of alcohol and substance abuse.

Caitlin Goodman of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the North Capital Area joins Sheila Hyland to talk about teen pregnancy prevention, and efforts to empower girls and boys with resources to build positive futures.

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Beyond School Walls

Beyond School Walls - 6:32

93% of Littles in the Big Brothers Big Sisters of America program believe having a mentor is important to helping them achieve their goals. John Sanchez, Director of Programs for the Big Brothers Big Sisters of the National Capital Area shares a discussion on a program geared towards preparing children for the corporate world through mentorship. Beyond School Walls brings children to mentors in the corporate world, introducing them to jobs at an early age, exposing them to new career paths and options for their future. The program offers convenience to mentors by coming to the workplace.

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Young Latinas and Coding

Young Latinas and Coding - 5:13

Latino youth lag behind in STEM education, while Hispanics are at the fastest rate growing mobile technology users. A discussion with Amy Hinojosa, President and CEO of MANA, a national Latino Organization on efforts to bridge the STEM gap with young Latinas through programs that teach web design and coding using the tools that students are familiar with - mobile phones.

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Mentoring Youth

Mentoring Youth - 5:58

Young people reap many benefits from mentoring, including higher graduation rates, improved self-esteem and improved interpersonal skills. A discussion with Elizabeth Santiago, Chief Program Officer of Mentor The National Mentoring Partnership, about how traditional and more informal types of mentoring can help youth thrive.

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The Out for America Project

The Out for America Project - 5:54

In 1974, Kathy Kozachenko was elected to the Ann Arbor City Council in Michigan, becoming the first openly gay or lesbian candidate elected to public office in the United States. Forty-four years later, representation stands at 539 elected officials who openly identify as LGBTQ, holding public office from municipal to federal levels. While this number is at an all-time high, this population remains underrepresented at just 0.1 percent of all elected official nationwide.

Ruben Gonzales, Vice President of Leadership Initiatives at the LGBTQ Victory Institute, joins Paul Lisnek to discuss efforts to increase the ranks of LGBTQ elected officials and create a national network to help further LGBTQ equality through the organization’s “Out for America Census Project.

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A "Second Home" for Chicago Youth

A "Second Home" for Chicago Youth - 5:13

Boys & Girls Clubs Chicago serves over 18,000 youth each year. Promoting academic success and leadership skills, many students consider the Club to be their second home.

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Creating Opportunity with Data

Creating Opportunity with Data - 5:13

There are 40,000 people in the Black Tech ecosystem. Black Tech Mecca has created a global summit that connects black teach leaders of every level, and promoting changes for the world.

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Gang Intervention Program

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Ed Caisse from the Hampden County Sheriff’s Department and Director of the Holyoke Safe Neighborhood Initiative discusses implementing the C3 military policing based model in tough neighborhoods to reduce crime and dismantle gangs while building up youth and increasing graduation rate from 48 to 70 percent.

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Strong, Smart and Self Reliant Girls

Strong, Smart and Self Reliant Girls - 4:53

Everyone must adapt to an ever-changing world, but the challenges for girls and young women in our culture don’t seem to be getting any easier. Joining host Eric Clemons is the Executive Director of Girls Inc. of Holyoke, MA, Suzanne Parker.

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Act Now Training

Act Now Training - 4:07

Philadelphia City Councilman Bobby Henon is partnering with the Philadelphia Fire Department to present Act Now, a series of free emergency response training sessions. Learn how to get involved in these full-day training sessions offered at locations throughout the City’s 6^th District. Recorded July 20, 2018.

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The Bearded Ladies Cabaret

The Bearded Ladies Cabaret - 4:34

John Jarboe, Artistic Director for The Bearded Ladies Cabaret, talks about the intersection art and activism. The upcoming Fringe Festival world premiere cabaret, Do You Want A Cookie?, will run September 4-16. Recorded July 20, 2018.

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PA Cares

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Tomika McFadden, CEO of Pennsylvania Care Health & Wellness (PA Cares), talks about making health consciousness fun and interesting by educating, empowering and increasing health awareness. Recorded July 20, 2018.

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El Concilio

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Julie Avalos, Deputy Director for The Council of Spanish Speaking Organizations (El Concilio) talks about celebrating Latino culture in Philadelphia. Also featured is a preview of the 56th Annual Puerto Rican Day Parade to be held September 30, 2018 along the Ben Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia. Recorded July 20, 2018.

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Zig Zag Podcasts for Women Entrepreneurs

Zig Zag Podcasts for Women Entrepreneurs - 5:02

Tiffany Spraggins-Payne, Project Director for the U.S. DOT Mid-Atlantic Regional Small Business Transportation Resource Center, talks about Zig Zag podcasts sharing stories for women entrepreneurs. This project is a collaborative effort with the U.S. Department of Transportation and The Enterprise Center. Recorded July 20, 2018.

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SEPTA Key

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Leslie Hickman, Chief Officer of Revenue Operations for SEPTA, provides an update on the SEPTA Key Card program as it expands to the regional rail lines. Recorded July 20, 2018.

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EducationWorks

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Miles Wilson, President and CEO of EducationWorks, talks about extending learning beyond the school day. EducationWorks is the largest provider of out-of-school time programming in Philadelphia. Recorded July 20, 2018.

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Gerrymandering in Pennsylvania

Gerrymandering in Pennsylvania - 4:41

Ardith Talbott of the Bucks County Women's Advocacy Coalition discusses the status of the redistricting process for Pennsylvania's congressional and state legislative voting districts. Recorded July 20, 2018.

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