A couple of weeks ago  DJ DNice made history - when he hosted an all day  party on Instagram Live. Over 100-thousand people from around the world jammed for hours. To this fedora wearing DJ four hours in #clubquarantine. Well, a Philly artist named Chuck Styles has created an image of DNice that is sure to become iconic  but,  the image titled "LIVE HEALING"  is just one part of his series that documents life during this COVID-19 quarantine and social distancing.  Chuck's story and energy is amazing. Please check out my interview with the one and only Chuck Styles in this Flashpoint Extra podcast. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Host and KYW Newsradio Community Affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions over American's "ism's" - racism, individualims, classism and capitalism- that are making it difficult or the country to stop the spread of the coronavirus.  Dr. Charles Gallagher, chair of the Sociology and Criminal Justice Department at LaSalle University joins Dr. Jennifer Caudle, a family physician and associate professor at Rowan University and John Chin, Executive Director of the Philadelphia Chinese Development Corporation. The newsmaker of the week is Shalena Broaster-Johnson.  She and her new husband, Odell Johnson, made headlines when they got married on March 19th, amid shelter in place orders. The Patriot Homecare Changemaker of the week is the Take it to the Streets Program.  Organizers Charlotte Greer-Brown, founder of The Elite 30 joins Yani Williams, founder of Your AOK Foundation are guests.   See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Host and KYW Newsradio Community Affairs Reporter Cherri Gregg talsk to Pennsylvania Secretary of Commonwealth Kathy Bookvar about mail in ballots, the upcoming primary and changes to state licensing due to coronavirus restrictions. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Host and KYW Newsradio Community Affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions over how to cope during the coronavirus lockdown. How do you follow the restrictions and stay sane? Dr. Carolyn Cannusico, director of research at the UPenn Medicine's Center for Public Health Initiatives and Dr. Frank Farley, Professor of Psychological Studies in Education at Temple University give advice. The newsmaker of the week is liability due to covid19 restrictions. Former Philadelphia City Solicitor Shelley Smith, who is an attorney at Archer and Greiner and is a member of their coronavirus task force, provides and insight. The Patriot Homecare Changemaker of the week is group of Temple Students that is not letting coronavirus restrictions stop their efforts to promote participation in the US Census. Temple Professor David Brown, joins student Campaign leader Lauryn Edmondson. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Host and KYW Newsradio Community Affairs reporter Cherri Gregg celebrates Women's History Month. She asks the burning questions about the shoulders on which many women stand. Newly elected Philadelphia City Councilmember Katherine Gilmore Richardson's polical career began 20 years ago when then Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown visited her high school. Now she fills her at large seat. The newsmaker of the week is Dr. Ellyn Jo Waller who discusses her ministry's effort to take on human trafficking. The Patriot Homecare Changemaker of the week is Juwan Adams, who has signed up thousands for #BeTheMatch as he battles cancer. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Host and KYW Newsradio Community Affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions on the anatomy of the Latino vote. Rafael Collazo National Director of Political Affairs at Unidos US and host of the Found in Translation Podcast joins Michelle Myers, Community and political reporter for Al Dia and Michael Toledo CEO of Centro Hispano.  The newsmaker of the week is the coronavirus that is burning up headlines. Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Tom Farley discusses the city's roll out of protocols to stop the spread of the disease.   The Patriot Homecare Changemaker is EndoMarch.  Pennsylvania representative for the organization, Beth Kovacs, is guest.   See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Host and KYW Newsradio Community Affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions over the battle to open the nation's first safe injection site. Councilman Kenyatta Johnson, 2nd Dist., joins Anthony Giordano, founder and president of Stand Up South Philly and Take Our Streets Back #Unite and James Gitto, a South Philadelphia resident who is the President and Zoning Chair of West Passyunk Neighbors. The newsmaker of the week is Safe House. Former Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell, who is on the non-profit's Board of Directors is guest. The Patriot Homecare Changemaker is Vision 2020.  Program director Joyce Lewandowski is guest.   See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

This week on Flashpoint: Host and KYW Newsradio Community Affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about how to tell the story of one's life when the legacy is complicated. Journalist and professor Linn Washington, reputation management expert and Temple University professor Gregg Feistman and author and blogger Feminista Jones discuss. The newsmaker of the week is ACLU of Pennsylvania and New York Times Magazine reporter and creator of the 1619 Project, Nikole Hannah Jones and ACLU of Pa executive director, Reggie Shuford, discuss the upcoming celebration. The Patriot Homecare Changemaker is UrbnSeek, a company that focuses on Funlanthropy. Founder Serita Lewis discusses their new Game Changers program. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Encore of interview with newsmakers Debbie and Michael Africa Sr. The couple joined the MOVE organization in the 1970s and were part of the MOVE9 involved in the Rizzo-era altercation with Philadelphia Police. They, along with seven others, were sentenced to 30 to 100 years in prison for the August 8, 1978 shootout that ended with the death of Philadelphia Police officer James Ramp. Many have questioned the facts of that day, blaming the death of the officer on "friendly fire." After many years of working for their freedom, Debbie and Mike were paroled in June and October 2018, after spending roughly 40 years in prison. During their incarceration, the married couple stayed in contact. They renewed their vows with their children in April of 2019. Debbie and Mike discuss their enduring love story, how Debbie gave birth in a prison cell and the new life they are building today. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Flashpoint Host Cherri Gregg speaks with Faye Coleman, the author of "August With Love," a new book that tells the story of a love affair between the late August Wilson, a Pulitzer Prize winning playwright known for his impactful stories about the Black experience. Coleman shares love letters Wilson wrote to her mother Pat, during the 1960s. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Host and KYW Community Affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the rise in infidelity. Guests include attorney Alycia Kinchloe, priviate investigator Alexander Soutos, therapist George James and Ashlei Perry, who is polyamorous. The newsmakers of the week are Debbie and Michael Africa Sr. The Patriot Homecare Changemaker is Kyle Hoffman, a professional cuddler.  See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Host and KYW Newsradio communityaffairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about diversity and inclusion as we kick off Black History Month. Sulaiman Rahman, founder of Diverse Force joins Jennifer Rodriguez of Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Rutgers Law professor Stacy Hawkins who specializes in diversity law and Charles Gallagher an expert on ethnicity who is a professor at La Salle University. The newsmaker of the week is the MLK House in Camden. Investigator and activist Patrict Duff, who is the force behind the effort, explains the latest push to save it. Finally, the Patriot Home Care changemaker of the week is Black History Untold, an identity series created by award winning journalist Sofiya Ballin. This year's installment is titled, "Revolution." See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

A Philadelphia woman who's 15 year old daughter fell victim to a human traffickers- is sharing their family's story. Flashpoint host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg speaks with Nicole and Jenay Brooks who are coming out of the shadows- with the hope they'll save others. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

The ripple effect of the impact and influence of the late Kobe Bryant is still being felt across Philadelphia. A local man who spent time as a kid playing basketball with the NBA giant before he was in the NBA shares his memories. Flashpoint Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg speaks with Tasheed Carr, founder of Born Leaders Family. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about hair and identity after Massachusetts Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley revealed that she has alopecia and is bald.  Syreeta Scott, owner of Duafe Holistic Haircare joins Lori Tharps author of Hair Story: Untangling the Roots of Black Hair and Chinere Wright, a hair stylist who suffers from alopecia. The newsmaker of the week is asbestos. Stephanie Marrero, a mother with three children enrolled at the Richmond School, opted to take her children out of schools and has kept them home until the Philadelphia School District deals with the issue. Finally, the Patriot Home Care changemaker of the week is The Church of Christian Compassion    See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Theophalis "Bilaal" Wilson is celebrating his third day of freedom after serving 28 years behind bars for a triple murder he did not commit. He is the 12th person exonerated by Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner's administration. Flashpoint host ans KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg speaks with Bilaal and his attorney Jennifer Merrigan. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

The newsmaker of the week is LeToya Ramseure. In 2018, she made headlines after she was jailed for killing her abusive ex-boyfriend.  She and her attorney, Michael Coard discuss need for reforms in domestic abuse cases.  See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the impact the #MeToo movement has had on Philadelphia's leadership. Controller Rebecca Rhynhart joins Levone Cannady of the Health Masculinity Initiative at the Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence and MeToo survivor Mae Larimore Johnson. The newsmaker of the week is LeToya Ramseure who made headlines after she was jailed for shooting her abusive ex-boyfriend. She was was acquitted in December. Her attorney, Michael Coard, joins in. Finally, the Patriot Home Care changemaker of the week is PhillyCAM. Executive Director Gretjen Clausing and Len Webb a PhillyCAM radio and tv producer and Vice Chair of the board discuss. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the journey to forgiveness. Sister Cathy Nerney, Ph.D., director of the Institute on Forgiveness and Reconciliation at Chestnut Hill College who joins Chad Dion Lassiter, executive director of Pennsylvania Commission on Human Relations, Dawan Williams, manager of the Restorative Justice Program at Mural Arts of Philadelphia and Luis Berrios, who was shot in the back outside of his North Philadelphia home and embarked on a forgiveness tour as part of his healing. The newsmaker of the week is Chekesha Ellis, a recovery advocate based in New Jersey. Finally, the Patriot Home Care changemaker of the week is Dr. Kennard Herring, owner of Nostalgic Eyecare. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Gift of Life Donor Program shattered records for the 12 years in a row as it leads the nation in the number of organ donors and organ transplants. KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter and Flashpoint host Cherri Gregg speaks to CEO Howard Nathan. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Flashpoint host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg reports a youth led, global campaign to change the narrative around young people has planted roots here in Philadelphia. The effort kicked off this week and will include workshops at schools across the city. Nia Eubanks-Dixon and Sophia Burns of American Friends Service Committee explain. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the many changes implemented in the Philadelphia region in 2019 and the impact going forward. Pennsylvania Rep Jordan Harris joins Jasmine Sessoms of She Can Win, Philadelphia Councilperson Bill Greenlee and Erika Almiron of Juntos for this discussion.The newsmaker of the week is Kevin Bethel, the new special advisor on public safety for the Philadelphia School District.Finally, the changemaker of the week is hip hop girl trio, The Royal Mix. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

The City of Philadelphia will pay out over $4 million to settle civil rights claims brought by a man who spent 24 years behind bars for a murder he did not commit. His wrongful conviction was linked to two rogue detectives. KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter and Flashpoint host Cherri Gregg has more. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about social media and cell phone addictions. We get tips on how do roll out a digital detox with Stephanie Humphrey, a nationally known technology and life expert and Jordyn Young, a University of Penn Researcher and co-author of the study, "No More FOMO: Decreased Social Media Use Leads to Decreased Loneliness and Depression. The newsmaker of the week is Dr. Argie Allen Wilson, author of "Courageous Conversations Connect: A Pathway to Reset Your Mindset With Intentional Thoughts From the Inside Out."   The Changemaker of the week is Kevin Miller, a retired Marine who coordinates Bucks County Toys for Tots.          See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about gender neutral parenting. What is it? What isn't it? Is it the new way? Rory Cohen, psychologist, life coach and mother of a transgender son joins Joel Austin, founder of Daddy University, Amede Bennett of the Mazzoni Center who presents as non-binary and uses the pro-noun "they," Michelle Gillen-Doobrajh, owner of Tildie's Toybox and Chuck Hardy, father of a 7-year-old girl. The Newsmaker of the week is Sheriff-Elect Rochelle Bilal. The Changemaker of the week is Green Philly. Co-Founder Julie Hinder provides tips for holiday sustainability. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.