Philadelphia Community Podcast

WDAS (WDAS-FM)

Each week, Loraine Ballard Morrill speaks to community leaders and groups in the Philadelphia region about topics affecting our local communities and upcoming events. Insight airs Sunday on WDAS FM 6-7 am and 7-7:30 am on Power 99. What's Going On airs Sundays on Q102, ALT 104.5, and 1480 Breakthrough Radio. read less
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What's Going On: PA Conference for Women- Women Who Inspire: Dixieanne 'Dixie' James, AIDS Walk, Project Home
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What's Going On: PA Conference for Women- Women Who Inspire: Dixieanne 'Dixie' James, AIDS Walk, Project Home
iHeartMedia is proud to sponsor the Pennsylvania Conference for Women on November 7th—an exciting day featuring Martha Stewart, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Dawn Staley, Robin Arzón, Diana Nyad, and many more inspiring speakers. Plus, your ticket includes free access to the National Conference for Women—a virtual event during Women’s History Month that will feature Oprah Winfrey, Gayle King, Gloria Steinem, and others!   As part of our partnership with the conference, we bring you Women Who Inspire. Today, we speak with award-winning leader Dixieanne 'Dixie' James, President of the Central Region at Jefferson Health. Dixie will be speaking on a panel titled "How to Be Engaged, Productive, and Happier at Work," where she explores the importance of happiness in the workplace and how it fuels success. Jefferson Health Links:Website: Jefferson Health - Greater Philadelphia & South Jersey RegionInstagram: @jeffersonhealthFacebook: Jefferson Health on FacebookTikTok: Jefferson Health on LinktreeLinkedIn: Jefferson Health on LinkedInLearn more about the conference at: www.PAConferenceforWomen.orgWe also want to highlight the 38th Annual AIDS Walk Philly on Sunday, October 20th. This 5K walk, hosted by AIDS Fund, raises critical funds to provide emergency financial assistance to people living with HIV in the Philadelphia area. I speak with Robb Reichard, Executive Director of AIDS Fund, and Evelyn Torres, Executive Director of Action Wellness, about the event and its impact. To sign up, visit: www.AIDSwalkphilly.orgLearn more about Action Wellness: actionwellness.orgFinally, we discuss housing insecurity and celebrate Project Home’s 35th anniversary. I sit down with Donna Bullock, the new CEO of Project Home, to explore the root causes of housing insecurity and the organization’s innovative initiatives to combat homelessness. We also dive into Donna's personal experiences with housing insecurity, which drive her passion for this work. Learn more:Website: www.projecthome.orgInstagram: @projecthomephl
Insight Pt. 2: PA Conference for Women- Women Who Inspire: Dixieanne 'Dixie' James, AIDS Walk, Project Home
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Insight Pt. 2: PA Conference for Women- Women Who Inspire: Dixieanne 'Dixie' James, AIDS Walk, Project Home
iHeartMedia is proud to sponsor the Pennsylvania Conference for Women on November 7th—an exciting day featuring Martha Stewart, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Dawn Staley, Robin Arzón, Diana Nyad, and many more inspiring speakers. Plus, your ticket includes free access to the National Conference for Women—a virtual event during Women’s History Month that will feature Oprah Winfrey, Gayle King, Gloria Steinem, and others!   As part of our partnership with the conference, we bring you Women Who Inspire. Today, we speak with award-winning leader Dixieanne 'Dixie' James, President of the Central Region at Jefferson Health. Dixie will be speaking on a panel titled "How to Be Engaged, Productive, and Happier at Work," where she explores the importance of happiness in the workplace and how it fuels success. Jefferson Health Links:Website: Jefferson Health - Greater Philadelphia & South Jersey RegionInstagram: @jeffersonhealthFacebook: Jefferson Health on FacebookTikTok: Jefferson Health on LinktreeLinkedIn: Jefferson Health on LinkedInLearn more about the conference at: www.PAConferenceforWomen.orgWe also want to highlight the 38th Annual AIDS Walk Philly on Sunday, October 20th. This 5K walk, hosted by AIDS Fund, raises critical funds to provide emergency financial assistance to people living with HIV in the Philadelphia area. I speak with Robb Reichard, Executive Director of AIDS Fund, and Evelyn Torres, Executive Director of Action Wellness, about the event and its impact. To sign up, visit: www.AIDSwalkphilly.orgLearn more about Action Wellness: actionwellness.orgFinally, we discuss housing insecurity and celebrate Project Home’s 35th anniversary. I sit down with Donna Bullock, the new CEO of Project Home, to explore the root causes of housing insecurity and the organization’s innovative initiatives to combat homelessness. We also dive into Donna's personal experiences with housing insecurity, which drive her passion for this work. Learn more:Website: www.projecthome.orgInstagram: @projecthomephl
What's Going On:  National Cerebral Palsy Day, Addressing Healthcare for Seniors, Peter's Place
27-09-2024
What's Going On: National Cerebral Palsy Day, Addressing Healthcare for Seniors, Peter's Place
In this episode, we explore three impactful conversations:Cerebral Palsy Awareness & Community SupportI speak with Ceciry Rodriguez-Pimentel, Director of Development & Community Engagement, and Christina Service, Marketing & Development Specialist at HMS School for Children with Cerebral Palsy. They share insights about the school’s upcoming 3rd Annual Community Day in celebration of World Cerebral Palsy Day, HMS’s 142nd Anniversary, and their biggest fundraiser of the year, taking place on October 6, 2024, from 11 AM to 2 PM at their backyard, 4400 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104.Learn more:Website: www.hmsschool.orgEvent Website: www.hmsschool.org/communitydaySocial Media:X: @hmsschoolcpInstagram: @hmsschoolcpFacebook: HMS SchoolLinkedIn: HMS School  Affordable Healthcare for SeniorsAccessing quality healthcare can be particularly challenging for seniors in under-resourced communities, especially when many prefer to age at home. I speak with Stephen Kinsey, VP of Government Advocacy and Community Engagement at Patriot+CareRing Health, and Steve Guenther, CEO of Caring Health and Patriot Home Care. They discuss how their organizations work to ensure seniors in underserved areas have access to affordable healthcare.Learn more:Patriot Home Care:Website: patriothomecare.orgFacebook: Patriot Home CareInstagram: @patriothomecarepaLinkedIn: Patriot Home Care CareRing Health:Website: careringhealth.comLinkedIn: CareRing Health  Addressing Grief for Children and FamiliesGrief impacts children in profound and unique ways, especially when faced with the loss of a loved one or significant life changes. In this episode, we delve into how to best support children through these difficult times, exploring their emotional needs and providing practical tools to help them heal. One important resource we'll highlight is Peter’s Place: A Center for Grieving Children & Families. I speak with Stephanie Lim Capello, the Executive Director, about their work and the support they offer.Learn more at:www.PetersPlaceOnline.orgFollow them on social: @petersplace
Insight Pt. 2: National Cerebral Palsy Day, Addressing Healthcare for Seniors, Peter's Place for Grieving Children and Families
27-09-2024
Insight Pt. 2: National Cerebral Palsy Day, Addressing Healthcare for Seniors, Peter's Place for Grieving Children and Families
In this episode, we explore three impactful conversations:Cerebral Palsy Awareness & Community SupportI speak with Ceciry Rodriguez-Pimentel, Director of Development & Community Engagement, and Christina Service, Marketing & Development Specialist at HMS School for Children with Cerebral Palsy. They share insights about the school’s upcoming 3rd Annual Community Day in celebration of World Cerebral Palsy Day, HMS’s 142nd Anniversary, and their biggest fundraiser of the year, taking place on October 6, 2024, from 11 AM to 2 PM at their backyard, 4400 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104.Learn more:Website: www.hmsschool.orgEvent Website: www.hmsschool.org/communitydaySocial Media:X: @hmsschoolcpInstagram: @hmsschoolcpFacebook: HMS SchoolLinkedIn: HMS School  Affordable Healthcare for SeniorsAccessing quality healthcare can be particularly challenging for seniors in under-resourced communities, especially when many prefer to age at home. I speak with Stephen Kinsey, VP of Government Advocacy and Community Engagement at Patriot+CareRing Health, and Steve Guenther, CEO of Caring Health and Patriot Home Care. They discuss how their organizations work to ensure seniors in underserved areas have access to affordable healthcare.Learn more:Patriot Home Care:Website: patriothomecare.orgFacebook: Patriot Home CareInstagram: @patriothomecarepaLinkedIn: Patriot Home Care CareRing Health:Website: careringhealth.comLinkedIn: CareRing Health  Addressing Grief for Children and FamiliesGrief impacts children in profound and unique ways, especially when faced with the loss of a loved one or significant life changes. In this episode, we delve into how to best support children through these difficult times, exploring their emotional needs and providing practical tools to help them heal. One important resource we'll highlight is Peter’s Place: A Center for Grieving Children & Families. I speak with Stephanie Lim Capello, the Executive Director, about their work and the support they offer.Learn more at:www.PetersPlaceOnline.orgFollow them on social: @petersplace
What's Going On: What's Going On: Access Matters and Reproductive Rights, PHDC Housing Fair, Women Against Abuse iPledge Campaign
20-09-2024
What's Going On: What's Going On: Access Matters and Reproductive Rights, PHDC Housing Fair, Women Against Abuse iPledge Campaign
This week’s Presidential Debate brought the issue of Women’s Reproductive Rights to the forefront. To help us understand the current and future state of reproductive rights, I speak with Shannon Criniti, Acting Co-President & CEO and Vice President of Strategic Initiatives at AccessMatters, a Philadelphia-based organization dedicated to expanding access to sexual and reproductive health services, particularly for underserved communities. AccessMattersWebsiteTwitter/XInstagramFacebookLinkedIn  In today’s housing market, many aspiring homeowners face significant challenges when trying to buy their first home. I speak with David S. Thomas, CEO of PHDC, Philadelphia’s full-service community development organization, about the upcoming PHDC Housing Fair 2024. This event offers crucial resources for first-time homebuyers, as well as support for longtime residents needing assistance with home maintenance, renters, and contractors. The fair takes place on Saturday, September 28th, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Temple University Aramark STAR Complex, 1816 N 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19121.For more information, visit PHDC Housing Fair 2024.  October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to highlight an issue that affects 1 in 3 women, 1 in 4 men, and nearly half of the LGBTQ+ community. I speak with Katie Young Wildes, Senior Communications Specialist at Women Against Abuse, about available resources and the upcoming iPledge Campaign event on Tuesday, October 1st at Noon in the Philadelphia City Hall Courtyard—a call for unity and action against intimate partner violence. Women Against AbuseWebsiteFacebookTwitter/XInstagramLinkedIn
Insight Pt. 2: PHDC Housing Fair, Women Against Abuse iPledge Campaign, Mothers Making Music and Moves
20-09-2024
Insight Pt. 2: PHDC Housing Fair, Women Against Abuse iPledge Campaign, Mothers Making Music and Moves
In today’s housing market, many aspiring homeowners face significant challenges when trying to buy their first home. I speak with David S. Thomas, CEO of PHDC, Philadelphia’s full-service community development organization, about the upcoming PHDC Housing Fair 2024. This event offers crucial resources for first-time homebuyers, as well as support for longtime residents needing assistance with home maintenance, renters, and contractors. The fair takes place on Saturday, September 28th, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Temple University Aramark STAR Complex, 1816 N 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19121.For more information, visit PHDC Housing Fair 2024.  October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness of an issue that impacts 1 in 3 women, 1 in 4 men, and nearly half of the LGBTQ+ community. I speak with Katie Young Wildes, Senior Communications Specialist at Women Against Abuse, about available resources and the upcoming iPledge Campaign event. Join us on Tuesday, October 1st, at Noon in the Philadelphia City Hall Courtyard for a unified stand against intimate partner violence.Visit Women Against AbuseFollow on FacebookFollow on TwitterFollow on InstagramConnect on LinkedIn   Finally, I chat with Susanne Christine, a performing artist, teacher, activist and founder of SCH Creative and Performing Arts, about the upcoming event Mothers Making Music and Moves, which honors Jean Carne, Dyanna Williams, and Felicia William. The event takes place on September 25th at Venice Island in Manayunk. The VIP reception begins at 5:00 PM, with the main event at 7:30 PM.For more information, visit SCH Creative and Performing Arts or Mothers Making Music.
What's Going On: Welcoming Works, SpeakOUT w/Angela Giampolo, PA Conference for Women: Women Who Inspire
13-09-2024
What's Going On: Welcoming Works, SpeakOUT w/Angela Giampolo, PA Conference for Women: Women Who Inspire
In our special quarterly feature "Welcoming Works," host Anuj Gupta, CEO of the Welcoming Center, speaks with Pat Clancy, President and CEO of Philadelphia Works, to challenge the often negative narratives about immigrants. They explore the crucial role immigrants play in shaping Philadelphia’s economic future.Learn more at:Welcoming Center | Philadelphia WorksI’m also joined by Angela Giampolo of Giampolo Law Group for our monthly SpeakOUT feature, where we discuss key issues related to the LGBTQIA community. This week, we examine how the upcoming Presidential election could impact issues like marriage equality.Learn more at:Philly Gay Lawyer | Giampolo Law GroupMark your calendars for the Pennsylvania Conference for Women in Philadelphia on November 7th! Get ready for empowering workshops, inspiring speakers, and networking opportunities with over 10,000 attendees. In partnership with the PA Conference for Women, we present Women Who Inspire. Today’s spotlight is on Susan Larkin, Executive Vice President and President of Core Commercial Markets at Independence Health Group, parent company of Independence Blue Cross.Learn more about Independence:Website: ibx.comInstagram: @IndependenceBlueCrossFacebook: Independence Blue CrossLinkedIn: Independence Blue CrossFor more information about the conference:Website: PAConferenceforWomen.orgFacebook: Pennsylvania Conference for WomenInstagram: @pennwomenX (formerly Twitter): @PennWomenLastly, I recently covered the Presidential Debate featuring Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. Outside the National Constitution Center, protestors gathered, representing a diverse range of political perspectives. The standout moment of the day was meeting the Poets for Peace, a group advocating for unity through art and spoken word.Follow Poets for Peace on Instagram: @dreampoetforhire
Insight Pt. 2: Children’s Scholarship Fund Philadelphia, Andrew Bridge, best-selling author of The Child Catcher
13-09-2024
Insight Pt. 2: Children’s Scholarship Fund Philadelphia, Andrew Bridge, best-selling author of The Child Catcher
I speak with Keisha Jordan, CEO and Executive Director of the Children’s Scholarship Fund Philadelphia (CSFP). CSFP is a privately funded program that provides financial access to safe, quality K-8th grade, tuition-based schools for children from under-resourced Philadelphia families, helping to increase their long-term economic and social success. The CSFP scholarship lottery application opens on September 17th. Apply online at www.csfphiladelphia.org/apply.Stay connected with CSFP:Website: www.csfphiladelphia.orgFacebook: www.facebook.com/csfphiladelphiaInstagram: www.instagram.com/csfphiladelphiaWe then dive into the challenges facing the foster care system. I speak with Andrew Bridge, best-selling author of The Child Catcher and longtime advocate for foster care reform, along with Paul DiLorenzo, Executive Director of the Salem Health and Wellness Foundation. Together, we discuss meaningful solutions to improve the lives of children in foster care. Bridge will be speaking at an upcoming event hosted by the Salem Health and Wellness Foundation on September 26th at Salem Community College, 460 Hollywood Avenue, Carney’s Point, NJ, from 2-4 PM.Learn more about the event and the Foundation:Website: salemwellnessfoundation.org | Phone: 856-299-4460Connect with Andrew Bridge:Website: andrewbridgeauthor.comInstagram: @andrewbridgejdFacebook: Andrew BridgeLinkedIn: Andrew BridgeI recently covered the Presidential Debate featuring Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. Outside the National Constitution Center, protestors gathered, representing a broad range of political perspectives. However, the highlight of the day for me was meeting the Poets for Peace, a group advocating for unity through art and spoken word.Follow Poets for Peace on Instagram: @dreampoetforhire