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7:33

Supportive Community Helps Those Living With HIV

Despite lifesaving advances in medical treatment, a supportive community to assist people living with HIV will always be a need. Guest Richard Krug, Executive Director of Shepherd Wellness Community, talks with host Tate Blanchard about starting a support community more than 30 years ago, and how it has continued to adapt its services to the changing needs of those living with HIV and the parallels of the AIDS and COVID pandemics. swconline.org

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8:20

How New Refugees Can Get Support and Help on Day One

Today more than 40 million people living in the US were born in another country, accounting for about 1/5 of the world's migrants, according to the Pew Research Center. Guest Sloane Davidson, CEO of Hello Neighbor, tells host Tate Blanchard that her organization was just awarded its first federal contract as a resettlement agency which means they can help refugees from the first day they resettle in Pittsburgh instead of having to wait to help after their three months of initial support from another agency. helloneighbor.io

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8:40

Brush Up on Literacy and Improve Your Life

As the largest literacy organization in southwestern Pennsylvania and the region, Literacy Pittsburgh is transforming lives and making a difference in children and adults. CEO Carey Harris tells host Tate Blanchard that literacy covers a wide range, including brushing up on skills that atrophy, with 87% of those receiving help reported having increased confidence after receiving help with English, reading, writing, and math skills. literacypittsburgh.org

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5:01

Historical Black Group Has New Leader

The Urban League of Pittsburgh’s new leader says there’s still lots of work to do. New President and CEO Carlos Carter talks with host Tate Blanchard about entering a new era, while continuing to provide the black community with a voice and an equitable place at the table. ulpgh.org

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7:14

If You See It You Can Be It

You can be what you see is a motto that guides a southwestern PA organization in supporting Black Youth. Guest Al Valentine, President of 100 Black Men of Western Pennsylvania, tells host Tate Blanchard about bringing in role models to their Saturday Academy, such as Black businessmen, Black business owners, Black physicians, Black nurses, and other Black professionals to help black youth enhance their belief that they can one day be what they see. 100blackmen.org

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6:26

Shared Meal Brings Communities Together

The two communities in the heart of the north side are working together to turn things around in their neighborhoods. Guest Joanna Deming, Executive Director of the Fineview and Perry Hilltop Citizens' Council, tells host Tate Blanchard how a shared meal brought about three areas of focus that ensure long term residents will benefit from development. ourfuturehilltop.org

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6:58

Helping Families Help Foster Children

Often foster children can arrive at the doorstep of their foster families on short notice, with their few belongings in a trash bag. Host Tate Blanchard talks with guest Kelly Hughes, Founder and Executive Director of the Foster Love Project about how she turned her first hand experience into an organization that provides foster kids with love, dignity, and something to call their own. fosterloveproject.org

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6:42

When Families Cannot Afford School Supplies

Nearly 92% of public-school teachers are spending their own money on classroom supplies, averaging about $500 each year, according to the National Center for Education Statistics. Guest Josh Whiteside, Executive Director of the Education Partnership, talks with host Tate Blanchard about providing school supplies for families who are struggling to afford basic necessities and cut school supplies from the shopping list. theeducationpartnership.org

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6:59

Here's Why People Want to Live Work and Play in the City of Champions

"The price point in Brockton is better than Charlestown and Southie and Dorchester and even Quincy and Braintree." Brockton Mayor, Robert Sullivan, shares insights on economic development projects and amenities attracting young professionals to the city

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7:24

Why Children Living in Poverty Lack Shoes and Clothing That Fit

"For that parent who is facing a really difficult choice of which child to send to school on a cold winter day because they only have one coat to share between two kids." Cradle to Crayons' Lynn Margherio sheds light on child poverty and lack of clothing.

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6:05

Increasing Mental Health Services for County Residents

Diane Ellis-Marseglia, Vice Chair of the Bucks County Commissioners, discusses mental health services available through the county. Recorded January 14, 2022.

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7:26

The Potential of Expanding Passenger Rail Options Including Between Philade...

Pennsylvania State Representative Joe Ciresi discusses what bringing back a passenger rail route between Philadelphia and Reading could mean for the region. Recorded January 14, 2022.

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7:40

Camden County is Focused on Helping Workers Obtain the Skills they Need for...

Camden County Commissioner Jonathan Young discusses The Camden County Workforce Development Board and what it will mean for the region. Recorded January 14, 2022.

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6:58

Bringing Black History and Culture Beyond Museum Walls

Ralph E. Hunter, Sr., Founder and President of the African American Heritage Museum of Southern New Jersey, discusses the museum’s pop up, traveling exhibits, including one on Jackie Robinson, and how they bring Black history and culture beyond museum walls. Recorded January 14, 2022.

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4:58

Providing Children with Everyday Essentials including Clothing

Michal Smith, Executive Director of Cradles to Crayons Philadelphia, discusses the organization's efforts to provide children with everyday essentials including clothing, diapers, and toiletries. Recorded January 14, 2022.

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5:16

Digital Skills for Young Adults

Dan Rhoton, Executive Director of Hopeworks, discusses how his organization works with 17 to 26 year olds to help them achieve their highest potential by teaching them the digital skills they need to succeed. Recorded January 14, 2022.

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