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8:12

Services for Children and Young Adults with Disabilities

Dominique Bernardo, CEO of Variety the Children's Charity of the Delaware Valley, discusses the services her organization provides for young people with disabilities including after school programs, summer camp and workforce development initiatives. She also discusses the planned revitalization of their 77 acre campus and how it will better serve the needs of young people and the community. Recorded March 15, 2023.

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8:13

The Benefits of Using Food as Medicine

Sue Daugherty, CEO of MANNA, discusses the benefits of using food as medicine and how her organization works to deliver medically tailored meals to seriously ill clients and provide nutrition education. March 15, 2023.

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8:30

Protecting Children from Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse

Sarah Gibbons, Executive Director of Family Support Line of Delaware County, discusses how to better protect children from sexual predators online and in real life. She also discusses the role of a child advocacy center and what adults can do if a child discloses abuse. Recorded March 15, 2023.

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8:36

Working Together to Improve the Lives of Women and Families

Ify Aduba, Executive Director of Bucks County Women's Advocacy Coalition, discusses how partner organizations work together to improve the lives of women and families. She also discusses the importance of civic engagement and the coalition’s priorities, including access to affordable, high-quality childcare, controlling health care costs, and reducing gun violence. Recorded March 15, 2023.

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8:17

Creating a permanent home for the African American Museum of Bucks County

The African American Museum of Bucks County focuses on African American history and education and is now working to create a permanent home for the museum. The organization’s Founder, Linda Salley, discusses the ongoing renovation of an 18th-century stone farmhouse that will become the future home of the museum and how the public can get involved with the efforts. March 3, 2023.

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7:08

Go To The Moon Anytime You Like

It's not every day the opportunity comes along to go to the moon or explore space, but now everyday people can do just that any time they want. Guest Mike Hennessy, Manager of Learning and Programs at Moonshot Museum, talks with host Sheila Hyland about Pennsylvania's first space museum located in the heart of Pittsburgh and about the history-making space industry work heading to the moon and is being built in Western Pennsylvania. moonshotmuseum.org

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5:35

Strengthening the Fabric of Beaver County PA

The YWCA’s mission hasn’t changed since its inception in 1889. Guest Mike Harich, President and CEO of the Beaver County YMCA, tells host Sheila Hyland about all the ways his organization continues to strengthen the fabric of the Beaver County community by addressing food insecurity, rising food costs for families, and new ways for health and wellness. beavercountyymca.org

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7:08

No More Sleeping on Floors

People travel from all over the world to receive world class medical care here in Pittsburgh. Guest Jennifer March, Executive Director of Family House, talks with host Sheila Hyland that sleeping on floors in corridors and in waiting rooms is a thing of the past for families who also travel to visit hospitalized loved ones. familyhouse.org

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7:45

Addressing Racism on Pennsylvania College Campuses

Pennsylvania State Senator Art Haywood discusses steps being taken to address a pattern of discrimination in the state higher education system including additional funding for diversity, equity and inclusion training and the ENOUGH Initiative. The Senator also discusses what students can do to report discrimination on their own campuses. February 13, 2023.

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7:24

AmeriCorps Members Positively Impact Students and Schools

AmeriCorps members serve in schools every day, and Darryl Bundrige, Executive Director and Vice President for City Year Philadelphia discusses how their work helps to eliminate educational inequities. Darryl Bundrige also discusses the organization's 25th anniversary in Philadelphia. Recorded February 13, 2023.

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5:51

A Peer-Based Learning Experience for Philadelphia Small Businesses

Tiffany Spraggins, Director of the Community College of Philadelphia’s Workforce & Economic Innovation Power Up Your Business Program, discusses how the free 12-week program utilizes a peer-based learning experience to help small businesses gain the skills they need to thrive. Recorded January 18, 2023.

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4:59

Carrying on the Mission and Legacy of Pearl S. Buck

Jill Reeder, Interim Chief Executive Officer of Pearl S. Buck International, discusses how the organization works to carry on the mission and legacy of Pearl S. Buck as well as how their grounds are used as an event space today. Jill Reeder also discusses the organization's Woman of Influence Award and how the public can participate in the nomination process. Recorded February 3, 2023.

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7:45

The Benefits of Therapeutic Horseback Riding

Janice Witt, Executive Director of Special Equestrians, discusses the benefits of therapeutic horseback riding for individuals with special needs as well as the organization's on-site and off-site programs for participants of all ages. Recorded January 18, 2023.

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6:15

Initiatives to further Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Access to the Arts

Lloyd Freeman, Trustee for the Philadelphia Ballet, discusses the company’s initiatives to further diversity, equity, inclusion, and access to dance including sensory friendly performances, lower ticket prices, free special events, educational outreach and working to ensure the Philadelphia Ballet reflects the diversity of the City of Philadelphia both on and off the stage. Recorded January 6, 2023.

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7:02

Silent Killer: A Misunderstood Disease That's On The Rise

It’s a silent epidemic on the rise, affecting an estimated 80 to 100 million Americans and 6 million kids. Guest Gina Madison, Executive Director of NASH kNOWldege, talks with host Sheila Hyland about fatty liver disease - a misunderstood but potentially serious, silent killer – and what you need to know that could be necessary to save your life or the life of a loved one. nash-now.org

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7:27

Balancing Work and Fun For Pittsburgh's North Side Youth

An organization in Pittsburgh’s North Side is in its 37th year of sharing hope, empowering youth, and building community. Guest Rick Mason, Executive Director of The Pittsburgh Project, talks with host Sheila Hyland about balancing work and fun to prepare and shape youth for the future, while sharing some thoughts on the rising gun violence among youth in Pittsburgh. pittsburghproject.org

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