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6:49

Studying Long Covid in Children at Kennedy Krieger

Linda Schaefer Cameron, Vice President of Philanthropy for Kennedy Krieger joins Elena Russo to discuss the impact of Covid. From their Pediatric Post-COVID-19 Clinic to help children experiencing the symptoms of long COVID to their focus on mental health treatment.

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7:43

A 300 Percent Increase in Domestic Violence During the Pandemic

Amanda Rodriguez, Executive Director for TurnAround discusses with Elena Russo the dramatic rise of Domestic Violence calls they have received during the pandemic and the therapeutic services they offer for survivors of human trafficking and intimate partner violence.

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7:34

What Are ‘Fentapills’? What Young People Need to Know

Counterfeit prescription pills — primarily fentanyl — continue to drive the death toll in America’s opioid epidemic.

Ed Ternan, President of the nonprofit charity Song for Charlie, joins host Tetiana Anderson to share his family’s story — and how their personal experience sparked an educational campaign targeted at teens and young adults.

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5:37

Closing the digital divide in underserved communities

According to Pew Research, 90% say the internet has been essential or important for them personally during the coronavirus outbreak. Zachary Rowe, Executive Director of Friends of Parkside, discusses how they are helping to close the digital divide to residents in Detroit.

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5:45

Reducing unconscious bias and addressing social determinants

The social determinants of health are the non-medical factors that influence health outcomes. Where individuals live, learn, work, and age, along with socioeconomic status and race, all have a tremendous influence on their health. How are things changing in health care when looking at social determinants? Ewa Matuszewski, CEO of MedNetOne Health Solutions, joins host Laurel Hess to discuss the importance of reducing unconscious bias and addressing social determinants.

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8:03

New Jersey is the First State in the Nation to Impose a Permanent Ban on Fl...

New Jersey State Assemblywoman Carol Murphy discusses the state’s ban on flavored vape products and how she hopes it will impact usage among young people. November 19, 2021.

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5:50

Keeper of The Dream Award

They are honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. through scholarships. Niajah Hood, 2021 Keeper of the Dream Scholarship Recipient and Oakland University Student, joins host Laurel Hess to discuss the importance of the award and what it means to her.

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5:59

Dismantling Racism in Metro Detroit

Detroit is the most segregated city in the country, with more than half the Black population living in neighborhoods that are 80% Black. Mike Rafferty, President and CEO of New Detroit, joins host Laurel Hess to discuss the important work that New Detroit is doing to fight racism and racial equality in Metro Detroit.

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5:39

Personal Finance Recovery and Understanding Your Credit

According to a recent report by T. Rowe Price, the percentage of families carrying credit card debt has increased due to pandemic-induced financial strain. Families reporting credit card debt have risen from 43% in 2020 to 57% in 2021.

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6:03

Maryland Center for Veterans Education and Training

Jeffery Kendrick, Executive Director for the Maryland Center for Veterans Education and Training sits down with Elena Russo to discuss the comprehensive services they offer veterans that will enable them to rejoin their communities as productive citizens.

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7:41

Brain Research: Understanding Veteran PTSD

Since the year 2000, more than 430,000 service members have been diagnosed with CTE and traumatic brain injury.

Matthew Collier, Veteran Advisory Board chair with the Concussion Legacy Foundation, joins host Tetiana Anderson to share how brain bank research can help develop effective treatments for TBI, CTE, and PTSD to protect and support our nation’s heroes.

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6:34

Chester County is Taking Steps to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Chair of the Chester County Commissioners Marian Moskowitz discusses the county’s Climate Action Plan and their goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 80% by 2050. Recorded October 13, 2021.

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7:01

Strengthening Protections for those in Treatment or in Recovery Houses and ...

Pennsylvania State Representative Craig Williams discusses a package of bills focused on better assistance for those in treatment as well the impact substance use disorder has on families, including his own. Recorded October 13, 2021.

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5:46

Assisting the Business Community during the Pandemic

Michael Egenton, Executive Vice President of the New Jersey State Chamber of Commerce, discusses assistance available to the business community during the pandemic, partnerships with other business organizations and the state’s future business outlook. Recorded October 13, 2021.

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7:34

What Municipalities are Doing to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Combat...

Randall Solomon, Executive Director of Sustainable Jersey, discusses what municipalities are doing to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change and why their efforts matter. Recorded October 8, 2021.

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6:37

Inform and Connect the Visually Impaired

Valley Eye Radio exists to keep people who are visually impaired or have other disabilities informed and connected to their communities and beyond 24/7. Executive Director, Barbara Loh, talks making local news accessible and improving quality of lives.

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