Bridging Philly
From KYW Newsradio 103.9 FM in Philadelphia, Bridging Philly connects our communities to the issues that matter to you. Host Racquel Williams examines the most critical issues facing underserved communities in the Philadelphia region, with insight from experts and regular people making a difference. And KYW reporter Shara Dae Howard explores Philadelphia's hidden gems on Shara in the City. Produced by Sabrina Boyd-Surka. Presented by Gift of Life Donor Program.
Listen live on KYW Newsradio Saturdays and Sundays at 1:30pm & 7:30pm and Sundays at 5:30am.
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Best of Bridging Philly: Lewy body dementia | N...
A documentary by a Philly filmmaker focuses on the third most common form of dementia, which is often overlooked.
37 min
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I'm Listening 2025: Spreading mental health awa...
59 min
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How to get kids to love reading | Horseback rid...
37 min
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Celebrating Arab language and culture | Environ...
Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture is a home away from home for Philadelphia’s Arab community.
35 min
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The lives of pre-Civil War Black Philadelphians...
A new collaboration between Swarthmore College and 1838 Black Metropolis finds human stories in 19th century census data.
32 min
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A boy and his medical support dog | Remembering...
The nonprofit Help Hope Live is helping a 12-year-old boy fundraise for his support dog’s training and other medical costs.
35 min
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The Italian Market’s multicultural roots | Nort...
Our Market Project is honoring the Italian Market's history through art, and renovating the booths.
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Training teachers and inspiring students | Tast...
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Spreading love with lasagna | Exploring Philly’...
The grassroots nonprofit Lasagna Love is hand delivering fresh acts of kindness.
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ICE and the immigration process | Blobfest
What are the legal pathways to citizenship, and does that mean protection today?
39 min
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Lewy body dementia | The history of the Ohio House
A new documentary focuses on the third most common form of dementia, which is often overlooked.
37 min
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Best of Bridging Philly: Mentors for children |...
Friends of the Children pairs kids who face systemic obstacles with professional mentors to help them succeed.
30 min
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Planning America’s 250th birthday bash | A new ...
32 min
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Trans advocates on their experiences with gende...
We discuss what goes into the decision and the process of gender-affirming surgeries, as many places are rolling them back.
35 min
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Juneteenth at the African American Museum | Hom...
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Black dandies: fashion as resistance | Trolley ...
Philly fashion experts weigh in on the Met Gala's theme and looks.
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Arts funding in crisis | Dancing at any age
Philadelphia arts organizations look to fill the gaps left by federal grants that were rescinded.
39 min
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Jewish American Heritage Month | Philadelphia V...
The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History shares resources to learn about Jewish heritage this month and all year.
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Support for minority-owned small businesses | G...
The non-profit Finanta is working to fight the systemic barriers facing entrepreneurs in minority groups.
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Best of Bridging Philly: A space for teens in S...
Caring People Alliance's Boys & Girls Clubs expand summer and after-school programs to teens.
40 min
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The silent struggle of infertility | Improving ...
37 min
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Doing good after prison | Black + Asian food fu...
A non-profit started by a returning citizen is helping people change their lives and reclaim their names.
42 min
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The dismantling of DEI | Kids in the Kitchen
What do those three letters actually mean, and how did they get so much negative weight on them?
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Black Maternal Health Week | Philly Jazz Month
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When white supremacy divides a family | Philly’...
A new play explores what it takes to love someone whose beliefs you hate.
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