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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Friends Select School’s anti-racist mission | O...
How the values of a Quaker school tie directly into social justice.
37 min
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Best of Bridging Philly: Focus on Fathers | New...
Learn about a program that helps men learn to be fathers, and explore a cave built by a 17th century cult.
27 min
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Best of Bridging Philly: Finding the right ther...
A panel of therapists share advice on how to begin your mental health journey.
29 min
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A space for teens in South Philly | Smith Memor...
Caring People Alliance's Boys & Girls Clubs expand summer and after-school programs to teens.
42 min
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Disparities in cancer care | Philly break dancing
A new report shows marginalized communities are faring worse when it comes to cancer.
37 min
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Youth empowerment through international travel ...
Invest in Human Potential aims to take 5 young Black men from Philadelphia to Italy.
35 min
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A Juneteenth dance celebration | The “Love Lett...
Intercultural Journeys premieres "The Re-Emancipation of Social Dance" in Philadelphia June 20-22.
39 min
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Women Against Abuse | LGBTQ+ exhibit at The Fab...
Women Against Abuse provides shelter and resources for victims of domestic violence in Philadelphia.
41 min
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Teaching kids self-acceptance | “A Great Day in...
"The Great Shape Debate", a children's book by two NJ authors, helps kids learn "it's okay to be you!"
30 min
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Living with sickle cell disease | Majestic Jumpers
An advocate for sickle cell research and education shares her personal journey.
42 min
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Teens and social media | The Howell Park “Grand...
A PA bill aims to give parents more power to protect their kids online.
42 min
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Public Defender Association of Pennsylvania | ...
Public defenders discuss the impact of state funding for defendants who can’t afford a lawyer.
47 min
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Philly BOLT | The Free Library of Philadelphia'...
Philly BOLT (Build Our Lives Together) | The Free Library of Philadelphia's Central Branch's unusual collections
30 min
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Gift of Life Donor Program at 50 | Maple Grove ...
Gift of Life Donor Program: 50 years of 2nd chances | Burnout ridealong at Maple Grove Raceway
33 min
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2024 PA primary & general election | Alexey Bro...
2024 election facts & myths | The Barnes Foundation's Alexey Brodovitch: Astonish Me
35 min
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Au Pairs as childcare | Great on Skates
Au Pairs as a childcare solution | Rollerskating comeback Philly style
29 min
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PA School funding | Uncle Bobbie's Coffee & Books
PA School funding for all students | Uncle Bobbie's Coffee & Books is community
33 min
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Evoluer House | Girls Auto Clinic
20 years urban girls at Evoluer House | Girls Auto Clinic: get a manicure while you wait for your oil change
37 min
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Marian Anderson Hall | Restoring Marian Anderso...
Philadelphia Orchestra's & Kimmel Center's Marian Anderson Hall | Marian Anderson Museum and Historical Society
33 min
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PA Youth Vote | Legacy Reclaimed: A 7th Ward Tr...
PA Youth Vote | Legacy Reclaimed: A 7th Ward Tribute to Philly's Black history makers
45 min
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Young Chances Foundation | Preserving Mother Be...
Young Chances Foundation keeps kids off the streets | The resistance & renovation of Mother Bethel AME Church
42 min
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Art for all
The Barnes Then and Now: Dialogues on Education, Installation and Social Justice
30 min
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Are you ready for love? | Little Free(dom) Library
What is love in 2024? | Banned books by Black authors giveaway at Little Free(dom) Libraries
28 min
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Cecil B. Moore Freedom Fighters | The Colored G...
The Cecil B. Moore Freedom Fighters' role in desegregating Girard College | The Colored Girl Museum continues as a home & community museum
30 min
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NJ's doula access law | The Lullaby Project
Supporting maternal health: NJ's new doula access law & The Lullaby Project
28 min