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New Jersey's primary election is on Tuesday, and the Democratic side of the governor race is packed. KYW's South Jersey Reporter Mike Dougherty looks at the candidates on both sides. Philadelphia City Council and Mayor Cherelle Parker agreed on a $6.8 billion budget. City Hall Bureau Chief Pat Loeb tells us what was approved. Plus, we have updates on a SEPTA line closing, Penn Medicine ending gender-affirming surgeries for people under 19, a bill targeting AI deepfakes, and local students gaining national praise. 00:00 Intro 02:00 The NJ governor race is anybody's game 07:01 What's in Philadelphia's new budget? 13:26 SEPTA's new GM, and Chestnut Hill East Line closes for the summer 19:04 The fight over gender-affirming care for youth 24:59 PA bill addresses AI deepfakes, despite Trump bill to prohibit state AI laws 31:08 Philadelphia students honored in C-SPAN's StudentCam competition Listen to The Week in Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We play audio of KYW's Dave Uram asking Vic Fangio about Jeremiah Trotter's quote on Jalen Carter this week on 94WIP. Fangio agrees with Trot. With how good Jalen Carter has been already, and how much room he still has to grow, is he already better than Fletcher Cox ever was?

The week started out with a grim Memorial Day when shooters opened fire in the Lemon Hill section of Fairmount Park, killing two people and injuring nine more. KYW's Tim Jimenez explains what we've learned about the victims and how the city is responding. Reporter Mike DeNardo - the biggest Phillies fan we know - gives his take on the season so far. And “Abbott Elementary” creator Quinta Brunson paid her hometown a visit to reveal a mural and receive a key to the city. We'll hear all that and more of the region's latest news from host Matt Leon and KYW's team of reporters. 00:00 Intro 02:01 Memorial Day mass shooting in Fairmount Park 06:30 City Council makes moves to help renters; Whole Foods union certified 12:21 What's ahead for Pride month and Odunde Festival's 50th year 16:26 The Phillies' comeback 24:38 PA bans handheld phone use while driving 30:14 Quinta Brunson comes home to receive a key to the city Listen to The Week in Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode TK discusses the Phillies 4-3 win over the Braves and Trea Turner coming through in the clutch. Also the bullpen, Alec Bohm's struggles and Dave Uram from KYW newsradio joined as well.

Since the Eagles ended the Kansas City Chiefs' streak and became the 2025 Super Bowl Champions, the city has been celebrating all week - from pole climbing on Sunday night to the parade on Friday. We recap the big game and hear from fans. Plus, for Black History Month: some history and a spotlight on people making an impact today in Philadelphia's communities of color. Tan France from “Queer Eye” talks about their “Fab Five Live” tour. And the Philadelphia Flower Show offers special perks for volunteers. 00:00 Intro 02:00 The Eagles' Super Bowl win 10:31 Fans celebrate in Super style 15:37 The legacy of SEPTA's Black trolley operators 20:02 KYW honors GameChangers in Philadelphia's communities of color 25:33 The Fab Five get personal in “Queer Eye” live event 30:03 The Philadelphia Flower Show needs volunteers Listen to The Week in Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

KYW reporter Tim Jimenez calls in live at the crash site in Philadelphia to update us on the latest.

There are big changes coming just as I said and you can be assured that Donald Trump is a member of the KYW club... But before you speak too much or say too much or commit to much always take 72 hours to take what you heard and experienced, and think and pray, and ponder and then seek and speak your truth to yourself and possibly to others. And please remember that so many of the problems that we have today simply because no longer do people join and participate and commit to the very human desire to want to hear the truth and to know that they can trust the people will do what they say. Please give this some thought and perhaps speak up and tell me what you think and maybe join the program.

This week in our politics episode, host Trenae Nuri chats with Pat Loeb, City Hall Bureau Chief for KYW, about Mayor Cherelle Parker's second year in office and big policy objectives she has for 2025. They also talk about the mayor and city council dynamics, and possible opponents running against District Attorney Larry Krasner in the primary election.  Listen to Pat's full interview with Mayor Parker here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We're also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Dougherty gives an update on the unidentified drones in New Jersey full 362 Thu, 12 Dec 2024 19:17:52 +0000 RItXravnBG2jnqDxrhG8eD7EYGqFWUpM philadelphia,unidentified flying object,drones,kyw,new jersery,emailnewsletter,news,a-newscasts,top picks The Big K Morning Show philadelphia,unidentified flying object,drones,kyw,new jersery,emailnewsletter,news,a-newscasts,top picks Mike Dougherty gives an update on the unidentified drones in New Jersey The Big K Morning Show 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News News News News news News News News News News False https://player.amperw

Caviar bumps? Yep, Center City's got a kiosk for that. Between avoiding a potentially crippling strike to getting a game-changing funding boost from Harrisburg, SEPTA had itself one major week. Before Leslie Richards, the transportation system's general manager, steps down, she reflects on her tenure in an exclusive interview. Plus, more on how recent rain will impact the ripple effects of the region's lengthy drought, and what you can do to help save local dogs at risk of being euthanized. Matt Leon and KYW's reporters give us the rundown of the biggest news in the Philadelphia region this week. 00:00 Intro 02:02 SEPTA's big week 07:52 SEPTA's outgoing GM Leslie Richards reflects 13:02 A key sticking point for new 76ers arena 18:33 Let it rain! 24:03 How to save dogs from being euthanized 30:04 Caviar bumps in Center City Listen to The Week in Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Public transportation commuters throughout the Philadelphia area have been in a state of limbo for the past week, as SEPTA and its thousands of bus, train, and trolley operators continue contract talks. Why is SEPTA “hopeful” a resolution can be reached without a strike? What should riders do if the mass transit company's multiple unions follow through on their threat of a coordinated walkout? Matt Leon and KYW's reporters give us the rundown of the biggest news in the Philadelphia region this week, including a recap of City Council hearings about the 76ers' proposed East Market Street arena, information about holiday scams, and the ripple effects that historic wildfires are having on South Jersey.  00:00 Intro 02:00 Latest on SEPTA union contract talks 06:41 Just how much support is there for 76ers' new arena in City Council? 12:47 Election unknowns linger in PA 18:38 ‘Tis the season to be scamming 25:04 New Jersey wildfires put residents on alert 30:05 Christmas tree season in a drought Listen to The Week in Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

City Hall Bureau Chief with KYW, our sister station Pat Loeb, calls in to report live from Philly and give a rundown of what today and tomorrow looks like for them.

The countdown is on: election day is only a few days away, and Pennsylvania could make or break the results. We talk with a political analyst about the state of the presidential and local campaigns in the commonwealth, and we hear local reactions to a joke made at a Trump rally that has enraged many Puerto Ricans. Plus, SEPTA's CEO steps down amid union contract negotiations, and a record-breaking dry spell is impacting our trees. Matt Leon and KYW's reporters give us the rundown of the biggest news in the Philadelphia region this week. 00:00 Intro 02:01 Parsing through PA poll numbers ahead of election 08:02 Philadelphia's Puerto Rican community reacts to Trump rally 12:58 When politics impacts personal relationships 18:39 A tense time for SEPTA 24:00 93-year old SS United States passenger upset with plans for vessel 29:03 Record drought is hurting our trees Listen to The Week in Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Morning team dive into the NBA fining the Sixers for not being truthful about Joel Embiid's health. Callers express displeasure with 76ers ownership. KYW's Dave Uram joins the show to share his point of view because he is at the Sixers press conferences.

Full show: Wednesday, October 30, 2024: The Morning team debates how much they believe the Eagles will make a playoff run. The ask Eagles fans if the Birds will make a playoff run and prove to be good enough to be proud of. Eagles game film breakdown with Sheil Kapadia. 76ers get fines for being untruthful about Embiid's health. Ask Me Anything: Joe DeCamara's book? Ross Tucker debates DeCamara on believing in Jalen Hurts. KYW's Dave Uram joins the show to share his point of view because he is at the Sixers press conferences. Mike Quick sees a steady progression from the Birds.

Pat Loeb has been covering it all for our sister station KYW in Philadelphia, where they had a big Democratic rally on Monday and later today, former President Trump comes there. Photo Courtesy: Chip Somodevilla / Getty Images

Pat Loeb has been covering it all for our sister station KYW in Philadelphia, where they had a big Democratic rally on Monday and later today, former President Trump comes there. Photo Courtesy: Chip Somodevilla / Getty Images

Philadelphia police officials testified in front of City Council on how they are working to stop “Fast & Furious” style car meetups. A Bala Cynwyd woman talks about her loved ones who are still being held hostage, one year after the October 7th Hamas terrorist attack. And former Philadelphia City Commissioner Al Schmidt explains how vote counting works, as we prepare for another tense election night in Pennsylvania. Matt Leon and KYW Newsradio's reporters break down the biggest news around Philadelphia and dig deeper into the topics folks are talking about this week. 00:00 Intro 02:07 Bala Cynwyd woman shares connection to October 7th hostages 07:52 Al Schmidt explains how PA vote counting works 18:43 Car meetups cause chaos on city streets 24:05 KYW's Raquel Williams shares her cancer journey for Breast Cancer Awareness Month (hear more on her show, Bridging Philly) 31:20 Art installation at LOVE Park encourages people to get out “To the Polls” Listen to The Week In Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

KYW's Jim Melwert is in Milwaukee covering the Republican National Convention as former opponents rally behind Donald Trump.  Megan Lynch and Tom Ackerman.    Credit: © Jasper Colt / USA TODAY NETWORK

Kyw's Jim Melwert calls in for his weekly report Live in Milwaukee. He gives listeners an inside scoop and recap as the convention continues.

How are recent FBI arrests in Philadelphia possibly connected to ISIS? What's behind the abrupt closure of OCF Coffee House? Could rowdy teens ruin your summer on the Jersey Shore? Matt Leon and KYW reporters catch you up on all that and more of what happened in Philly this week. 2:07 Alleged terrorists arrested in Philadelphia 7:17 OCF Coffee House closes after workers begin efforts to unionize 12:20 Sports complex workers protest at Aramark headquarters 18:19 Teen lawlessness prompts action down the Shore 23:41 One year since the I-95 collapse, new information and how local businesses are recovering 30:21 Giant spiders are flying into South Jersey To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rage, confusion, grief - saddled with heavy emotions, where do University of the Arts students and staff go now? What steps are being taken to ensure the stories of local Holocaust survivors get passed down to future generations? Why did the Free Library of Philadelphia send out an email saying their beloved Author Events series was cancelled...and then another saying it's still on? Why did North Philly-born hoops hero Dawn Staley break down in tears when she returned to her alma mater? And what were the results of a New Jersey primary election that dealt with an indicted senator and a re-shaping of the Democratic ballot? Matt Leon talks with KYW reporters Tim Jimenez, Shara Dae Howard, John McDevitt, Pat Loeb, and Mike Dougherty to catch you up on what happened this week in Philly. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're about to have a golden opportunity to see Philadelphians shine on a global scale: at the 2024 Academy Awards. Colman Domingo, born in West Philly, is nominated for Best Actor for his performance in "Rustin", and Da'Vine Joy Randolph, from Mount Airy, is nominated for Best Supporting Actress for "The Holdovers". Both are Temple University graduates. Sabrina Boyd-Surka digs into their Philadelphia origin stories and how the city has shaped who they are today, with help from KYW's Nigel Thompson.Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for IMDb.

Earlier this week, on Monday's KYW episode, Tim and Steve discussed René Descartes' famous philosophical principle: "Cogito, ergo sum," or "I think, therefore I am." On today's episode they delve into that further, talking about how humans, unlike other creatures, are self-aware and can shape their own destinies. Humans are conscious, and our unique ability to co-create with God allows us to design the lives we desire. Listen and explore the power of consciousness and our role in shaping the world around us.

We dive into the concept of coincidences and their impact on all of us. Earlier this week, on Monday's KYW episode, Tim and Steve discussed the famous quote by Einstein: "Coincidence is God's way of remaining anonymous." They expound on that further, exploring the idea that coincidences may not be as random as they seem. The two agree that coincidence is not just random chance, but rather a series of interconnected events and choices that shape our lives. Steve emphasizes the importance of showing up, engaging in life's arena, and seeking out opportunities rather than waiting for them to come. Tim recounts the early days of opening his Whitehall dojo, the conflicts he faced, and the perseverance required to build a successful martial arts school. They reminisce about a keychain with a Zig Ziglar quote that Steve hung above the water fountain at Tim's original martial arts school in Whitehall, which read, "The key to success occurs when opportunity meets preparation." That quote sums up today's podcast episode, highlighting the need to be prepared for when opportunities — or so-called coincidences — arise.

Jean Shepherd was born on July 26th, 1921 on the South Side of Chicago to Jean and Anna Shepherd. He grew up in Hammond, Indiana, which according to Shep was a “tough and mean” industrial city. As an adolescent, Shepherd worked as a mail boy in a steel mill. He began his radio career at the age of sixteen, doing weekly sportscasts for WJOB in Hammond. That job led to juvenile roles on network radio in Chicago, including that of Billy Fairchild in the serial “Jack Armstrong, the All American Boy.” One of the programs that later came to symbolize Shepherd's childhood, thanks to his 1983 film A Christmas Story, was Red Ryder. During World War II, Shepherd served in the U.S. Army Signal Corps, installing radar equipment and furthering a lifelong dislike for authority figures. After the war, he studied acting in Chicago at the Goodman Theatre and briefly engineering and psychology at Indiana University. He left Indiana without a degree to take a radio gig in Cincinnati, which led him to a series of radio jobs, each better than the previous. After working at WTOD in Toledo, Ohio, Shepherd spent the early 1950s at WSAI and WLW in Cincinnati, and had a late-night broadcast on KYW in Philadelphia. He moved to New York for WOR and debuted on February 26th, 1955. WOR is a fifty-thousand watt clear-channel AM station and was the flagship affiliate of the Mutual Broadcasting System. Mutual Broadcasting had formed on September 28th, 1934 as a cooperative of stations WOR New York, WGN Chicago, WXYZ Detroit, and WLW Cincinnati. The members shared telephone-line transmission facilities and agreed to collectively enter into contracts with advertisers for their network shows. After a deal with Don Lee's chain of west coast networks, Mutual went coast-to-coast on December 29th, 1936. The other major networks, ABC, CBS, and NBC, were corporations. When World War II ended, domestic manufacturing restrictions were lifted. TV became a focal point as the other networks pumped their radio profits into the new medium. Mutual's cooperative status meant it never had the resources to move into TV, although affiliates like WOR did run a local TV station in New York. Mutual remained a cooperative until 1952 when General Tire became the parent company. By 1955 radio was changing. Drama, which had dominated the dial for more than two decades, was on its way out due to both its and TV production costs. More and more network programming was being turned over to local affiliates. These local affiliates employed a new generation of hosts that had grown up with Jack Benny, Fred Allen, and other observant humorists. Shepherd's peers were Johnny Carson, Jack Paar, Rod Serling, and Steve Allen. Shepherd was working an overnight slot for WOR in 1956. Facing a lack of sponsorship, he was about to be fired when he did an unauthorized commercial for Sweetheart Soap who didn't sponsor his program. WOR immediately canned him. But, listeners complained in droves and Sweetheart actually offered to sponsor him. WOR immediately brought him back. The overnight slot allowed him to riff with little need for the kind of corporate oversight that faced daytime and primetime hosts. That year, during a discussion on how easy it was to manipulate the best-seller lists, Shepherd suggested that his listeners visit bookstores and ask for a copy of a fictional novel called I, Libertine by a Frederick R. Ewing. Fans of the show planted references so widely that there were claims it made The New York Times Best Seller list. It led to an actual book deal with Ballantine. Theodore Sturgeon wrote most of it with Shepherd's outline guiding him. Betty Ballantine finished the novel when Sturgeon fell asleep during a marathon writing session to meet the deadline. Famed illustrator Frank Kelly Freas did the cover art. The book was published on September 13th, 1956 with all proceeds going to charity.

For many Philadelphians, the Painted Bride mosaic that covers an entire building on Vine St. has become a piece of the city's identity, embedded with images and memories of the local art community. But as of October 2023, it's being taken apart, and the building will soon be demolished to make way for a new mixed-use building. The artist, Isaiah Zagar, is now 84 years old, and he spent nine years making this mural. Sabrina Boyd-Surka and KYW's Shara Dae Howard dig into the history of this mural, what it has meant to Philadelphia, why it couldn't be saved, and whether or not public art is really meant to last forever. Photo by Sarah Bloom. Read more about the mural from Shara Dae Howard here. For more pictures, follow @TheJawncast.

On this past Monday's KYW episode, Tim started to talk about being proactive. Being proactive means taking action and continuously moving forward in life. On today's feature episode, Tim and Steve draw a parallel between martial artists and boxers who are always moving in the ring. By staying in motion, you'll be harder to stop and more likely to achieve your goals. It's about taking control, and not being passive or reactive. pro·ac·tive • /prōˈaktiv/ • adjective • creating or controlling a situation by causing something to happen rather than responding to it after it has happened Being proactive is not just about physical movement, but also staying mentally engaged. It's important to stay active even after retirement; retiring from a job does not mean retiring from life. It's crucial to stay mentally and physically active to maintain overall well-being. A proactive approach to life involves taking initiative and not waiting for things to happen. By being proactive, you will create your own opportunities and shape your destiny.

Every personal and business goal is achievable with the right plan! In the very first episode of Know Your Worth, your hosts, Sydney, money maven and owner of Know Your Worth PGH, and KYW office manager,and admittedly money-anxious best friend, Kristen Fedeli, share:

Full Hour | In today's second hour, Dom leads off by continuing the conversation centered on the dropped charges of Philadelphia Police Officer Mark Dial in his role of the fatal shooting death of Eddie Irizarry. Then, Dom tells of a new report that the decision for young people to have large families is at its highest in decades, offering up reasons why this may be with his producer Dan. Then, Dom welcomes in Congressman Jeff Van Drew back onto the Dom Giordano Program to hear what's playing out on Capitol Hill. First Dom hints to Van Drew that he'd love for him to run to replace Senator Menendez, with Van Drew suggesting that he's going to deeply consider that, but telling that his top priority right now is figuring out the appropriations mess in Washington. This leads Van Drew and Giordano into a conversation about Ukraine, with Van Drew outright saying that he believes this administration may prioritize the needs of Ukrainians over our own Americans. After that, Dom returns to the topic of Mark Dial's release after the charges filed against the former Philadelphia Police Officer were dropped. Dom plays back a KYW report that summarizes what happened inside the courtroom, and tells why he's unsurprised that Krasner has already refiled the case. Also, Dan offers up more conspiracy theories in Dan Time with Dom, including whether there's any actual romance between Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. (Photo by Getty Images)

Full Hour | In today's third hour, Dom leads off the Dom Giordano Program by offering his political analysis on the upcoming Presidential election, again reinforcing why abortion will be such a hot topic. Dom plays back clips from a CNN interview with California Governor Gavin Newsom, who was asked about limits, with Dom using this as evidence of a winning strategy for Republicans in 2024. Then, after playing today's Money Melody, Dom returns to the topic of Ukraine, explaining why he's in the camp of needing to pull out of the battle. Also, Dom hears a KYW report of a crackdown on ‘speculative ticketing,' explaining why he agrees with the initiative, telling how ticket prices have gotten out of control. (Photo by Noam Galai/Getty Images for Clinton Global Initiative)

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Ben Mudge joins Tim and Steve again to emphasize the importance of appreciating what we have and cultivating a positive internal dialogue. Ben encourages his clients to focus on the things their bodies can do, rather than what they can't do, in order to improve their mental health. The conversation ties in with the quote from Marcus Aurelius about the privilege of being alive on this week's KYW episode. Quotes and timestamps: 00:13 - "We want to make that place in your head the nicest environment it can possibly be." 03:51 - "If you had to speak out every thought you had about yourself in front of your family and the people who loved you, would you be confident to say those things that you're saying about yourself?" 06:35 - "That was the glimpse into the future for me that most people don't get." 08:48 - "That fight is in your mind, and yes, you are a tough man, but really it comes from a soft source. It comes from love." 10:33 - "Thank GOD for life. I just want it so bad. I want my family, I want my happiness, and I'm going to pursue it with everything I got." 14:48 - "Can we not agree that 20% is better than zero?" 15:06 - "All of us that have that fighter mindset, we don't win every fight, we just don't go down."

The Borscht Belt is a Newtown deli named after a series of resorts in New York's Catskills, popular in the 1950's and 1960's. KYW's Hadas Kuznits spoke with the owners ahead of their Tuesday grand opening. That includes Chef Nick Liberato of Netflix fame for the shows Bar Rescue and Restaurants on the Edge, along with business partner Mike Dalewitz.

Port Richmond's Pierogi Festival is back on this weekend following a stalled start a few years back. What's in store for the reboot? KYW's Hadas Kuznits chats with Matthew Yeck, co-owner of Gaul and Co Malthouse, which is the host restaurant of the festival.

A long time fine dining restaurant on the Main Line will be getting a renovation. KYW's Hadas Kuznits spoke with La Collina general manager Bekim Daku about the nature of the renovations and when to expect them.

Food network “Cooks vs Cons” contestant Beth Esposito has opened a stand at Reading Terminal Market. KYW's Hadas Kuznits chats with her about the concept of “Butcher's Pantry,” — a butcher shop with prepared foods — and what she's learned from culinary television.

Although Fred Allen's death left an unfillable hole in mid-century comedy, it's not as though there weren't other humorists battling with networks and sponsors. Just ask Jean Shepherd. Jean Shepherd was born on July 26th, 1921 in Hammond, Indiana. He served in the Army Signal Corps in World War II, and briefly attended Indiana University. Shepherd began his broadcast radio career in early 1945 on WJOB, later working at WTOD in Toledo, Ohio, in 1946. He spent the early 1950s at WSAI and WLW in Cincinnati, and had a late-night broadcast on KYW in Philadelphia. He moved to New York for WOR and debuted on February 26th, 1955. The Jean Shepherd Show broadcast for almost twenty-one years to an audience all along the eastern seaboard, thanks to WOR's fifty-thousand watt clear channel signal. This is audio from his March 17th, 1967 broadcast.

The phrase “the luck of the Irish” was originally an insult. It was used to describe Irish immigrants who had come to America to mine for gold. They had to overcome great obstacles, including a famine in Ireland at the time. Many others felt that the Irish were not deserving of their success and good fortune. Carol, Tim's wife, is on the show. She shares the Cinderella-like story of her mom. Just as Tim and Steve discussed earlier this week (on the KYW episode), hard work and determination are the real keys to success — not luck.

Full Hour | Today, Dom led off the Dom Giordano Program by discussing a news brief he heard during the break from sister station KYW, which used audio from a 4th-grader to discuss the negative implications on education quality at Masterman after admissions were reworked due to diversity and equity initiatives. Then, Dom plays back some clips from an event over the weekend where Progressives screamed at the top of their lungs for student loan forgiveness, making the point that those same progressives in charge of Universities are the ones setting skyrocketing tuition rates. Then, Dom announces the side topic of the day, asking listeners to dial in with the all-time worst noise or sound. Then, Dom welcomes in Sean Logue, Chairman of the Washington County Republican Party, onto the Dom Giordano Program to discuss an open letter he sent out, speaking for the County's Republican Party, calling upon Senator John Fetterman to ‘appear on camera to show us he is alive and well, and if he is unable to do so, we call upon our elected Representatives…to intervene immediately.' Logue explains the importance of knowing the health and mental capacity of those elected to represent the constituents in Washington, further telling that, due to the ease of technology, he has no idea why Fetterman has yet to address the voters since being admitted into a hospital for depression. (Photo by Jemal Countess/Getty Images for We, The 45 Million)

Madison Square Garden Entertainment has used facial recognition technology to keep some fans out of Rockettes shows, Knicks games, and other events at its properties in recent months. But not just any fans -- attorneys who work for firms with pending litigation against the company. This week, Leila Nashashibi with the nonprofit Fight for the Future, explains the biases of facial recognition, who controls the information, and the "creep" of technology that concerns her. In the episode, Nashashibi mentions how people concerned about the technology can get involved, by visiting Fight for the Future or by clicking here. Sabrina Boyd-Surka of Audacy's KYW in Philadelphia fills in for Mike Rogers this week.

This week on Bridging Philly, we learn how the Philadelphia-based Gift of Life organ and tissue donation program connects donors and organ recipients – and continues to support families through their lives in crucial ways, including grief counseling. A lung recipient and donor mother share their stories with host Racquel Williams. Then, civil rights history meets vintage and thrift clothing in a West Philly fashion boutique. KYW's Shara Dae Howard talks to Dr. Kimberly McGlone, a former high school teacher, who has taken her social justice lessons from the classroom to the storefront. Bridging Philly is sponsored by Gift of Life. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Bridging Philly, we celebrate the pages of Philadelphia's African American book authors and book sellers. Host and KYW community impact reporter Racquel Williams discusses the legacy of the Charles L. Blockson Afro-American Collection at Temple University with its curator, Dr. Diane Turner, who worked closely with the scholar. She and art director Eric Battle describe the historic contributions of Black Philadelphians in their recent graphic novel, BLAM! Black Lives Always Mattered! Next, children's book author Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow shares how important it is to publish pictures of young, Black Muslim children for kids to see images that look like them. Finally, West Philly's Hakim's Bookstore earns a blue historic marker for the distinction of the city's longest-operating, Black-owned bookshop. Yvonne Blake continues her father's dream of sharing knowledge. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Bridging Philly, host and KYW community impact reporter Racquel Williams goes back to 2014, when a killing of a three-year-old girl shook the city. She discusses the solutions Unity in the Community's Anton Moore is providing for neighborhood kids. Moore and his co-filmmakers say they hope their work will eliminate a “part three” to their newly released part two of “The Weight of Death” documentary series. Also, can Germantown Avenue become a version of the Avenue of the Arts? And astrology predictions for 2023. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Bridging Philly, KYW Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams shines the spotlight on an initiative that involves grassroots organizations, clergy members and the city's District Attorney's Office, all collaborating to end gun violence. The newsmaker of the week is Senator Sharif Street. KYW's Shara Dae Howard checks in with the Democratic state representative of the 3rd Senatorial District Office. The Philly Rising Changemaker of the Week is a man who just wants to see clean neighborhoods. KYW's Antionette Lee talks with Hakeem Devore about the Inner City Peace Organization. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Bridging Philly, KYW Community Impact reporter Racquel Williams spotlights the Philadelphia Lullaby Project, which is now entering its 4th year. The project pairs new parents with local musicians to craft lullabies for their little ones. It's presented by World Café Live in Partnership with Carnegie Hall.  The newsmaker of the week is Erica Hawkins, award winning documentary film maker, who talks with KYW's Shara Dae Howard about the work and recently winning an Edward R. Murrow award. The Philly Rising changemaker of the week is DadLab Director Dr. Jay Cherney, who talks with KYW's Antionette Lee about the work DadLab is doing to support new dads and dads-to-be. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Bridging Philly, KYW Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams talks with members of The Elevation Project of Philadelphia. The Elevation Project offers a supportive space for the formerly incarcerated and those at risk of incarceration. This week's Newsmaker has been named one of Philadelphia's cultural treasures by the Ford Foundation. Vashti Dubois, founder of the Colored Girls Museum, talks with KYW's Shara Dae Howard. Our Philly Rising Changemaker is Ryan Harris, who talks with KYW's Antionette Lee about his work heading up a local non-profit dedicated to gun violence prevention. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Bridging Philly, KYW community impact reporter Racquel Williams speaks with Care Not Control, a Philly nonprofit working to end juvenile incarceration. They just released a new project that puts their message to music. For the Newsmaker of the Week, KYW's Shara Dae Howard introduces us to Imperfect Gallery, an artist run gallery opened in 2012 in Germantown. They welcome the community to connect and grow together through conversations around art and well as civic engagement. This election season, they doubled down on that mission. The Philly Rising Changemaker is David Evans, a father, realtor, part-time coach with Philadelphia Youth Basketball, and concerned citizen. Local politics first piqued his interest with a question: How could he get speed bumps installed in his North Philadelphia neighborhood for the safety of his 11-year-old son who plays outside? KYW's Antionette Lee follows his story. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Bridging Philly, KYW Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams speaks with Mazzie Casher and Steven Pickens of Philly Truce, a violence prevention group working tirelessly to stave the gun violence in Philadelphia. The newsmaker this week is Beyond Literacy, a group in Philadelphia working to raise the literacy levels in the city. KYW's Shara Dae Howard learned how the organization aims to increase good outcomes for Philadelphia children by improving literacy in the home and in schools. The Philly Rising Changemaker of the week is eight-year-old Gideon Ansah, who goes by the stage name “Star Jr.”. He's been DJing for most of his life, and KYW's Antionette Lee explains how he fulfilled his civic duty this past Election Day by using his love for music to bring beats to a West Philly polling location.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Bridging Philly, KYW community impact reporter Racquel Williams speaks with Rachel Honore and Anne Kennan of Literacy and More. Literacy and More is a Philadelphia-based nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide access to community resources for the empowerment of Philadelphia families living in resource-scarce areas. Our newsmaker this week is Christine Brunson, founder of Purple House Project PA, a local nonprofit focused on strengthening women fallen victim to domestic violence. She tells KYW's Shara Dae Howard that her approach is one of connection and expansion with an emphasis on holistic healing. This week's Philly Rising changemaker is 8-year-old Addie Auth, a leukemia survivor who made a video to cheer on the Philadelphia Phillies in the World Series.     To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices