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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Stories From the Journey: The state of the brea...
Kicking off our Breast Cancer Awareness Month series
32 min
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Election security with the Committee of Seventy...
What voters need to know about how your votes are counted
37 min
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I’m Listening: Mental health and suicide preven...
An hour-long special breaking down the stigma around mental health
59 min
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Growing green community spaces | Fireman’s Hall...
PECO, Natural Lands, and Neighborhood Gardens Trust came together to foster open space around Philadelphia.
37 min
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Advocating for Pennsylvania schools | Formerly ...
Teach Plus Pennsylvania is fighting for policy change to address the teacher shortage and improve student outcomes.
42 min
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How tracking devices are used in domestic viole...
Technology sometimes makes it easier for an abusive partner to maintain control and instill fear.
29 min
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College parents: it’s your time, too | Life on ...
How to cope with an empty nest and parent differently with kids in college.
45 min
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Exposing youth to career paths | Philly’s takes...
C2L-PHL offers summer and school year work opportunities for ages 12-24.
33 min
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Rebuilding the city while learning a trade | Br...
A 55-year-old woman made a career change into carpentry through Philadelphia’s Rebuild program.
38 min
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Food insecurity on the rise | Pizza with a purpose
Share Food Program has seen demand increase since pandemic relief ended.
40 min
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PA Human Relations Commission | ABA Center for ...
PHRC holds open forums on civil rights issues across the state on their "Beloved Community" tour.
33 min
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Dr. Ala Stanford on unifying Philadelphia again...
The founder of the Black Doctors Consortium talks about her new book.
39 min
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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.
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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