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12 - Josh Shapiro continues to be a slimy chameleon as he has changed his tune and stance on vaccine choice! 1205 - What to do on a rainy beach day… 1215 - Side - something you're nostalgic for 1220 - Spout Off! Your calls! 1235 - Republican candidate for PA House of Representatives District 173, Bill Griffin, makes his debut on The Dom Show today. Where would he represent? How does he stack up with his opponent? What does Bill think of the House shooting down a program that would help poor students with school choice? What other issues does he want to highlight in his campaign? Can we hold the city's public schools accountable? 1250 - What is Dom's review of Toy Story 5?

12 - Josh Shapiro continues to be a slimy chameleon as he has changed his tune and stance on vaccine choice! 1205 - What to do on a rainy beach day… 1215 - Side - something you're nostalgic for 1220 - Spout Off! Your calls! 1235 - Republican candidate for PA House of Representatives District 173, Bill Griffin, makes his debut on The Dom Show today. Where would he represent? How does he stack up with his opponent? What does Bill think of the House shooting down a program that would help poor students with school choice? What other issues does he want to highlight in his campaign? Can we hold the city's public schools accountable? 1250 - What is Dom's review of Toy Story 5? 1 - It's balmy! What is this new Hilary Clinton documentary going to be about? Why does Graham Platner support Planned Parenthood? 110 - Do Democrats for Socialism understand Socialism? 120 - Your calls. 135 - From one room at the Convention Center to another, Executive Director of Wildwoods Convention Center, joins us from down the hall. How was last summer's country music festival? Why is The Wildwoods able to have big, national events like that? What else is happening this summer? 150 - Will Wildwood capsize due to overpopulation? 2 - Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday joins us this afternoon. Does he go down the shore? How big is it that the Supreme Court tore Larry Krasner to shreds? What is his role in this ruling? How many SEPTA quality of life cases is his office prosecuting right now? Why did the office rule in favor of approving millions of dollars worth of upgrades to Josh Shapiro's personal residence, when Stacy Garrity maintains he did not do it legally? If Stacy is correct, then why overrule her? How have state Medicaid fraud convictions been going? 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 230 - Revisiting Josh Shapiro's new stance on vaccines and Dom juxtaposes with his other backwards policies. 235 - Where does Linda Kerns stand on Jenny from Forrest Gump? 240 - Guy Ciarrocchi opposes Linda Kerns and Henry's view on Jenny as he joins us again today. Yesterday we talked about the possibility of school choice being heavily damaged in PA due to a State House vote. Now that the tally is in and school choice has been dinged, why did some Republicans cross the aisle and join Democrats in eradicating the program? Why are Democrats and more opposed to these school tax credits? What's next in the Guy Ciarrocchi pipeline? 250 - The Lightning Round!

Fragile ceasefire in Lebanon goes into effect; U.S. Senate votes to strip mining ban near Boundary Waters; PA House passes budget to boost school funding; Diversity in rural IL exacerbates maternity care crisis; Michigan seniors are losing millions to crypto scammers.

Pennsylvania is one of the few states with a split legislature, which makes it extra hard for a bill to become law. The Democratic-controlled House recently passed a whole slew of bills, including ones to gradually raise the minimum wage from $7.25 to $15, require data centers to give more information to the state, and codify same-sex marriage. But do any of these proposals stand a chance in the Republican-controlled state Senate? Host Megan Harris and City Cast Philly's Trenae Nuri are turning to Ian Karbal, government reporter for the Pennsylvania Capital-Star, to get the details about what the relationship between PA's House and Senate look like and where these ideas might land. Notes and references from today's show: Pa. House passes bill to raise minimum wage to $15 by 2029 [Pennsylvania Capital-Star] A nonprofit linked to a combative PR firm is opposing a minimum wage hike in PA [Pennsylvania Capital-Star] Lawmakers advance bill to give state additional oversight of new data center water use [Pennsylvania Capital-Star] Learn more about the sponsors of this April 8th episode: Pittsburgh Cultural Trust City Theatre Clearview FCU Window Nation Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning newsletter. We're on Instagram @CityCastPgh. Text or leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

In this episode of Dimensions of Diversity, host Lloyd Freeman welcomes Pennsylvania House Speaker Representative Joanna E. McClinton during Black History Month to discuss the recent passage of the C.R.O.W.N. (“Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair”) Act. This piece of legislation bans discrimination based on hair type, texture, etc.Lloyd discusses with Rep. McClinton the details that went into the challenging, multi-year legislative process of passing the act, what it means for the broader conversation about inclusivity and authenticity in the workplace and society, and why it is so personal to Rep. McClinton's own journey and identity as not only the first woman, but also the first woman of color, to be elected the Speaker of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.Dimensions of Diversity is a podcast created by Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney, highlighting diversity in the workplace. Hosted by Lloyd Freeman, Chief Experience Officer, the podcast features meaningful conversations with industry and community leaders working to advance D&I.  

As the federal government shutdown continues, State Treasurer Stacy Garrity says she could loan the state money to cover food-stamp benefits for 2 million Pennsylvanians. Governor Josh Shapiro says her proposal isn’t a solution. Mike Tyson is best known for his career as a heavyweight boxer. But now he’s making a name for himself in the pot industry. Iron Mike is lobbying for recreational marijuana use in Pennsylvania. Another opportunity for Pennsylvania hunters opens Saturday. A family in Bellefonte, Centre County recently got a big treat. And this Halloween the news is out on national television. Their historic home beside Union Cemetery was chosen for a renovation on the HGTV show Scariest House in America. Many musicians write songs about love, heartbreak or life on the road. But there's a Central Pennsylvania band that sings about slapshots, breakaways and cross checks. That's right, Light the Lamp is a band that writes songs exclusively about hockey. WITF Music’s Joe Ulrich recently faced off with the band in our studio. In uncertain times, our community counts on facts, not noise. Support the journalism and programming that keep you informed. Donate now at www.witf.org/givenow.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reps. Eric Davanzo and Ryan Warner are joined by Rep. Aaron Bernstine to discuss the latest actions by the Democrat-controlled PA House – attempts at unconstitutional gun control measures.

On this Weekly Update with Rep. Martin Causer (R-McKean, Potter & Cameron), we discuss the PA House returning to session… but not voting on the 3-month overdue budget. Instead? Unconstitutional gun control bills.

On this Weekly Update with Rep. Martin Causer (R-McKean, Potter & Cameron), we discuss the PA House returning to session… but not voting on the 3-month overdue budget. Instead? Unconstitutional gun control bills.

On this Weekly Update with Rep. Martin Causer (R-McKean, Potter & Cameron), we discuss the PA House returning to session… but not voting on the 3-month overdue budget. Instead? Unconstitutional gun control bills.

The PA House has voted to reinstate the teaching of old-fashioned penmanship in public schools. In the age of AI, is this the answer to our literacy crisis? 

Immigration advocates and union representatives rallied in downtown Pittsburgh this week. Demonstrators were showing solidarity with those in Los Angeles, by protesting the deportation of immigrants. The Pennsylvania state House has voted to raise the minimum wage on a county-by-county basis. We explain how the plan would work. More than 400 young people in Pittsburgh are being dropped from a federal program that provides free job training and education. Many youth are unsure of their next moves. Coyotes, foxes and crows are already fair game for Pennsylvania hunters on Sundays. But hunters may soon be allowed to chase deer, turkey and bear on all in-season Sundays as well. State Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding stopped at the Waltz Estate and Winery and Family Farm in Manheim, Lancaster County earlier this week. He announced an investment of over $224,000 in Agriculture Promotion Grants. Opponents of President Donald Trump’s administration are set to rally in nearly 2,000 cities and towns this weekend, including dozens of locations across Pennsylvania. Rallies are set for Harrisburg, Lancaster, Carlisle, York, Gettysburg and Chambersburg. The No Kings Day of Defiance protests will happen during the military parade in Washington on Saturday for the Army’s 250th anniversary — which coincides with Trump’s birthday. And the Pennsylvania state House is pondering a bill that would ban the use of artificial intelligence in political campaign ads. Lawmakers say AI-generated images or videos could undermine the integrity of elections, if the technology is used to misrepresent candidates. Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. Senate is considering a budget bill to slash taxes and federal spending. WITF's Jordan Wilkie explains Pennsylvania’s senators are split on support for President Donald Trump’s budget bill due to its reduction in social safety net programs. We hear from both Sen. Dave McCormick and Sen. John Fetterman. State Democratic leaders are urging their Republican colleagues to oppose Donald Trump’s federal spending bill, warning the plan could hurt Pennsylvanians. We hear from State Senate leader Jay Costa and emergency physician and PA House member Arvind Venkat. The Harrisburg School District is set to exit receivership. Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Education Carrie Rowe made the announcement Tuesday, calling it an historic milestone, since Harrisburg is the first Pennsylvania district to ever emerge from receivership. The district was first put under state control in 2019 in order to improve its finances and academic results. Harrisburg's former Bishop McDevitt High School is headed to sheriff’s sale this summer due to failed mortgage payments. That sale is slated for July 17th at the Dauphin County Administration Building. According to Dauphin County court documents, owner of the school's holding company, Jeremy Hunter, failed to pay off debt from two mortgage loans... totaling $2.2 million. An Ephrata man facing a 30-day sentence for disorderly conduct has now been charged with vandalizing an American flag outside a Lancaster County magisterial district judge's office. And water rates in Selinsgrove borough are increasing by 120 percent next month. Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest news from the PA House on election issues, including Voter ID; And, should PA invest in recreational marijuana, and if we do, should the state sell it?

Sign up for our newsletter! Solar advocates fear a rider attached to a low-income solar bill in the PA House will upend roof-top solar. The former U.S. Secretary of the Interior, Deb Haaland, responds to the Trump administration's plans to mine public lands for more energy resources. The owners of a recently demolished coal-fired power plant in Homer City, PA announced the site will become a data center powered by the largest natural gas plant in the country. The CEO of Appalachia's biggest natural gas producer says more pipelines are coming as data centers expand and coal plants retire in West Virginia. Also, some Pennsylvania meteorologists say they're worried about recent federal cuts to the National Weather Service and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Youth plaintiffs sought to hold the U.S. government accountable for climate-warming policies but the Supreme Court refused to hear the appeal. A group of residents in Kane, Pennsylvania are asking the borough to loosen its small animal ordinance amid high egg prices and a rising interest in raising backyard chickens. And we learn to make an egg alternative: scrambled tofu. We're independent and non-profit, and we don't get money from WESA, WPSU or any other radio station. So we must turn to you, our listeners, for support. Take action today so we can continue to keep you informed.  Donate today.  Or send us a check to: The Allegheny Front, 67 Bedford Square, Pittsburgh, 15203.  And thanks! 

Pittsburgh's got a lot to lose! If more state funding doesn't come through, PRT announced they'll have to make huge service cuts, like fully shutting down 41 bus routes and ending service after 11 p.m. Plus, the Trump administration's threatening to close Pittsburgh's HUD field office. Executive producer Mallory Falk and producer Sophia Lo discuss the latest. Plus, they explain why there might not be any competitive city council races on the primary ballot, how a special election will determine who controls the PA House, and why Kennywood and Dollywood are (kind of) having a crossover moment. Notes and references from today's show: Information on PRT's proposed service changes [Pittsburgh Regional Transit] What if Pittsburgh's Public Transit Went Away? [City Cast Pittsburgh] Stop Catastrophic Service Cuts [Pittsburghers for Public Transit] Chipped Ham Empanadas, Fancy Spaghetti O's & More Food to Try This Spring [City Cast Pittsburgh] Can Inclusionary Zoning Fix Pittsburgh's Housing Crisis? [City Cast Pittsburgh] Petition challenges mean Pittsburgh could have no contested Council races this spring [WESA] Who's running in Pittsburgh, Allegheny County elections in 2025? [PublicSource] Majority control of Pennsylvania House hinges on special election in steel region near Pittsburgh [AP News] Pittsburgh's HUD Field Office Could Be at Risk [City of Pittsburgh] Kennywood, Sandcastle, Idlewild set to be bought by Dollywood owners [TRIBLive] Learn more about the sponsors of this March 21st episode: Pittsburgh Opera Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We're also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pennsylvania House Republican Leader Jesse Topper steps up to the plate on this episode of Back in Session to talk about PA's economy, energy policy, and the GOP's 2025 legislative game plan. He breaks down Governor Shapiro's budget, discusses the future of election integrity, and even calls out MLB's robot umpires. Also tune in to find out Leader Topper's predictions for the Pirates baseball season and who he thinks will be the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback in 2025! Learn more about PA State Rep. Jesse Topper: https://www.reptopper.com/about

We're back with our first guest of the year and it's none other than Speaker of the PA House, Rep. Joanna McClinton. We talked about this year's agenda for House Ds, how Speaker McClinton's faith informs her service, and yeah of course we asked her about Pennavision!

The midstate is enduring a round of bitter cold temperatures -- following a winter storm that dropped four to six inches of snow in Central Pennsylvania. Tonight, a cold weather advisory goes into effect from seven until noon Wednesday. County investigations into thousands of poorly completed voter registration forms may get taken up by the new state attorney general. Today's inaugural parade will have a bit of a Pennsylvania flavor as it moves through Washington, D.C., after President-elect Donald Trump takes the oath of office. A red restored wagon pulled by six Belgian horses from Wyoming County will represent the Commonwealth. A member of the state House has died Representative Matt Gergely of Allegheny County was 45. The flu is on the rise in parts of Central Pennsylvania. The Philadelphia Eagles are headed to the NFC championship game, after beating the Rams 28-22. Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The state House has re-elected Democrat Joanna McClinton as Speaker, even with the absence of an Allegheny County representative. The University of Pennsylvania recently settled a lawsuit with a COVID-19 vaccine maker over unpaid royalties for using its technology. The second annual mullet competition at the Pennsylvania Farm Show has been all business in the front but a party in the back. Pennsylvania's senior U.S. Senator has signed onto a GOP proposal to require federal authorities to detain undocumented immigrants arrested for theft-related crimes. A Georgia couple is facing 252 counts in connection with a bus that was discovered last year in Adams County that was filled with neglected animals. In an era that is now long gone, a trip to the Orange Bowl meant a break from the rough weather up north and the capper to a successful season that might even end with a championship trophy in the case. This season, for Penn State and Notre Dame, it’s the latest stop in the “One and Done” tour that college football has become. You may have done some crazy things on New Year’s Eve … but chances are it didn’t involve driving hundreds of miles to follow a giant yellow marshmallow chick around the country. Check out Peepsfest and meet super-fans - or as they’re known in the business -- ”M-V-PEEPS."Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12 - Who is in the right, Elon and Trump or Vivek Ramaswamy? What is the correct stance on immigration? 1205 - Is this bill enough to put Johnson over the top for him to be pushed out as Speaker of The House? 1210 - Side question - Notable story out of Philadelphia in the last 25 years. Is the more American way the Elon/Trump way? 1215 - Who is on board with illegal immigrants, no matter the country? 1220 - What was the most underreported story of the year? The answer shouldn't come as a surprise. 1235 - Josue Sierra, Director of Communication for Pa Families joins us to give us their end of year recap. What kind of issues did the institute stand on this year and how did they execute on helping to solve those issues? Does the “Save Women's Sports act” stand a chance in the PA House? 1250 - Is Dom “provincial” in his H-1B visa take? Your calls.

12 - Who is in the right, Elon and Trump or Vivek Ramaswamy? What is the correct stance on immigration? 1205 - Is this bill enough to put Johnson over the top for him to be pushed out as Speaker of The House? 1210 - Side question - Notable story out of Philadelphia in the last 25 years. Is the more American way the Elon/Trump way? 1215 - Who is on board with illegal immigrants, no matter the country. 1220 - What was the most underreported story of the year? The answer shouldn't come as a surprise. 1235 - Josue Sierra, Director of Communication for Pa Families joins us to give us their end of year recap. What kind of issues did the institute stand on this year and how did they execute on helping to solve those issues? Does the “Save Women's Sports act” stand a chance in the PA House? 1250 - Is Dom “provincial” in his H-1B visa take? Your calls. 1 - Jim Worthington of The Newtown Athletic Club joins us today to give his year in review and what is to come in the new year. What kind of celebrities will be in attendance on Inauguration Day? Some personal, light news from Jim. 110 - Your calls. 120 - More on the immigration debate. Are European basketball players soft? 135 - Is the timing of the H5N1 hysterics odd? How serious should it be taken? The Guardian angels are making their return to NYC subways. 140 - Will mayors across the country oppose federal law ridding illegal immigrants of the country? 150 - We discuss the man who authored a book disavowing kids having phones in schools. Your calls. 2 - Scott Presler joins us for his weekly segment. Where do the voter registration numbers stand right now? Scott details his stories with prospective voters across the Commonwealth and in New Jersey. How excited should listeners be that young people are starting to embrace the Republican party? What is going on in Virginia? Where can we help Scott? 215 - Continuing with immigration and your calls. 230 - Associate editor at College Fix joins us today to give the publications biggest stories of the year, and we see how many of those we can trace back locally. He discusses lunacy on campus, including poll dancing club for transgender students, Pro-Hamas protests, and more. 250 - Lightning Round!

Two Women Inspiring Real Life with Stephanie Coxon and Kathy Anderson-Martin – Marc Anderson's journey from educator to elected official is inspiring. After a successful first run, he secures 70% of the vote for the PA House of Representatives. Driven by community support and a strong campaign, Marc shares insights on how he achieved this milestone. Let's celebrate his win and keep the momentum alive for positive change!

02:00 Trump Puerto Rico backlash 08:03 Trump's dark plans for the troops 15:24 Harris and Trump similar on immigration 21:59 Washington Post spikes Gaza story 25:45 Gaza aid at lowest level since beginning of genocide 31:13 Project 2025's plan to take down pro Palestinian protestors 34:55 Populist looks good in PA House race Timestamps may only be applicable when listening on Spreaker platforms.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/newsflash--2206348/support.

Katie Meyer and Stephen Caruso of Spotlight PA joined The Spark's journalist roundtable for a segment on Pennsylvania House and Senate Elections. Democrats' hold one seat margin in the House, while Republicans control the Senate by six seats. "Right now, the Senate is controlled by Republicans and the House is controlled by Democrats by just one vote. So, I mean, both of them are in play. Republicans have held the Senate for a very long time. So that is, I think, less likely. But the House could really go either way. And there are a number of races that Stephen in particular has been sort of laser focused on as the most important ones that could flip control. So it's very important. Right now, Pennsylvania's the only divided legislature in the country, I think, still. And we have a Democratic governor. So that makes it difficult for them to really do anything. And so this is going to be it's going to have a huge impact on Pennsylvanians, "Said Meyer. Caruso shared which districts are competitive in this years senate elections. "Democrats have been minority for a while, almost minus a small time in the 90s, basically since the 80s that they had they had a literally like a six month majority or so. So Republicans have controlled the chamber. And to flip it where Democrats have to win in Erie, a seat in Allegheny and a seat in central Pennsylvania and around Harrisburg. And they'd also have to hold one seat in Allegheny County, and that would just tie the chamber. That would basically give them a majority without getting in the legislative walker. But because of that, like, those are the main races. And I think it's just a hard path for Democrats to try and tie the chamber and get some control, "said Caruso.    Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Allen Anderson, Candidate District #151 for the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, joins the program with thoughts on issues facing his district, his campaign approach (including with those who don't agree with his positions), and his "Love in Action" work providing toilets in South Africa. Gutfeld! co-host Kat Timpf also checks in regarding her new book I Used to Like You Until...(How Binary Thinking Divides Us). The book is both political and an open & honest look at Timpf's own life, with value placed on a willingness to listen and be vulnerable instead of writing people off if there's a difference of opinion (and the dangers of doing so).  We close out our time with conversation about the book's final chapter, "In Case You Still Like Me, Let's Talk Religion." Sports clips:Rob Thomson, Philadelphia Phillies manager (mlb.com)Saquon Barkley, Philadelphia Eagles running back (philadelphiaeagles.com)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

8/28/2024 PODCAST Episodes #1548 - #1550 GUESTS: Phill Kline, Ashley Hayek, Lucie Roth, Rep. Morgan Griffith, Laura Loomer, Rep. Eric DeVanzo, Sheriff David Clarke + YOUR CALLS! at 1-888-480-JOHN (5646) and GETTR Live! @jfradioshow #GodzillaOfTruth #TruckingTheTruth   Want more of today's show? Episode #1548 Win PA, Save America Episode #1549 RFK Jr. Is a Game Changer As Harris Hides Episode #1550 We Can Win PA House By Flipping 1 Seat!   https://johnfredericksradio.libsyn.com/

Three days after the attempted assassination of Donald Trump, the 20-year-old man who came close to killing the former president remains an enigma. Can having a nominee for vice president from the Rust Belt help sway Pennsylvanians to vote for Donald Trump?   Pennsylvania public schools are set to get a $1.1 billion increase in funding  -- as part of the recently-passed $47.7 billion state budget. But, some lawmakers and advocates say the figure falls short what's needed to fulfill a court mandate from last year.  Pennsylvania is collecting about $180 million in impact fees from natural gas companies. Representatives of the University of the Arts in Philadelphia are set to appear in U.S. Court later today over a class action lawsuit brought by the schools employee union. The has added additional charges against the school that abruptly closed last month. A pair of Democrats has resigned from the State House. An Adams County school district will be working with the Independence Law Center. It already teams with several districts in Lancaster, Cumberland and York counties, offering policy advice and legal counsel.  Pittsburgh's Paul Skenes became the fifth rookie to start an All-Star Game, retiring Steven Kwan, Gunnar Henderson and Aaron Judge for the National League in a hitless first inning.    Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Gottesman and State Rep. Jesse Topper talk about the PA House returning to its full complement, Topper describes the experience of a first-time member; Golf and law enforcement controversy.

A measure to help counties process mail-in ballots by Election Day will move from the state House to the Senate. A big solar farm in Adams County is helping city buildings in Philadelphia get a little greener. Walleye have arrived at the Pleasant Mount State Fish Hatchery in Wayne County. The gold and olive fish help produce another generation for anglers to catch across Pennsylvania. The season for the freshwater fish begins Saturday.  A staffing company that performed COVID-19 contact tracing for Pennsylvania will pay $2.7 million in a settlement with the U.S. Justice Department and a whistleblower.  Rock Lititz is expanding. The Lancaster County based company hopes to have a new $52 million facility built in Nashville by the fall of 2025. A York County man says his emotional support alligator named Wally has gone missing amid the coastal marshes of Georgia.  A tent encampment in Montgomery County could soon become one of many places affected by a Supreme Court decision in a case that could have a major impact on how cities deal with homelessness.     Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dom welcomes State Representative Charity Grimm Krupa onto the Dom Giordano Program after she introduced a resolution banning house members with active warrants from remote voting. This comes as a direct response to votes filed by Democratic Representative Kevin Boyle, who is a fugitive from the law after a warrant was filed stemming from a violation of a restraining order. Grimm Krupa answers how this is even possible, and whether other members of the Assembly could be in any legal trouble for communicating with a fugitive. (Photo by Getty Images)

In this episode, my co-Host Diane Little and I interview PA State House Representative Chris Rabb (called Rep Rabb). This episode is a provides profound insight into the ethic of public service--for Rep Rabb insists on not being called a politician--because it's service, not a profession. His service spans, Agriculture & Rural Affairs, Commerce, Finance,  Veterans affairs, and the Judiciary. Join us as we take a walk in his world of advocacy through, agrivoltaics, sustainability, electoral reform, innovation, and some political successes. Through it all Rep Rabb tells us he draws strength from his ancestors for his successes: renaming landmarks, prohibition from police officers assaulting people in custody, and a state interdepartmental interstate database that makes it harder for suspended police in one district to serve in another (among others). PA House Representative Christopher Rabb (known as Rep Rabb) is the most senior progressive state legislator in Pennsylvania, State Rep. Chris Rabb, the four-term incumbent for northwest Philadelphia's 200th legislative district, has dedicated his tenure to public service. His legislative priorities include taxing the excessively wealthy, repealing the death penalty, full and fair funding of public education, climate action, safer communities and raising the minimum wage to a true living wage. He has authored over 100 bills and resolutions, centering the most-impacted populations in his legislative work. Some of his boldest bills include his Fair Share Tax Plan, and a bill to transition Pennsylvania to 100% renewable energy by 2050.RepRabb is a co-founder of the Progressive Legislators Working Group, the antecedent to the PA Progressive Caucus on whose founding board he serves.ResourcesRep Rabb's websiteRep Rabb's track record accomplishmentsRep Rabb's instagramRep Rabb's twitterMore on AgrivoltaicsSupport the showTo recomend a guest contact us at: media@FierroConsultingllc.com To support Collective Power join our Patreon

In this episode, fashion industry legend Robert Rich joins Kristen to discuss his March feature in Lehigh Valley Style magazine. The pair talks about how they were first introduced, the fun they had on set of the photoshoot and all the celebrating they did this month at PA House. Robert lets listeners in on the incredible journey of his career, talks all about his book Winona, and shares what's next for him. Read Robert's full story in the March 2024 edition of Lehigh Valley Style ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Follow along with him Instagram ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.

The results of a special election in Bucks County means Democrats have kept their slim majority in the state House. places. Democratic state lawmakers are calling for a ban on firearms at polling places. GOP-controlled states — such as Mississippi, South Carolina and Texas– already have similar laws. Governor Josh Shapiro's $48 billion proposal calls for investments in a lot of areas. But, county leaders say it falls short in one of their top priorities. They're looking for an increase to a key funding source to help provide mental health services. During a visit to Pittsburgh, the U.S. Treasury secretary touted how the Biden Administration has been able to lower health care costs through the Inflation Reduction Act. The future of the prison in Snyder County is up in the air. Seventeen Plain Sect farms in Lancaster County will get more than $2 million in state grants to improve manure storage and reduce harmful runoff into waterways.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The midstate has dealt with a blast of winter weather this morning. Democrats are holding a one-seat advantage in the state House. Bucks County voters today could either slightly strengthen a Democratic majority or return the chamber to a tie. A controversial plan to build a liquified natural gas plant in Chester, Delaware County has hit several roadblocks. Public health experts say a significant uptick in syphilis cases -- infection rates have nearly doubled in Pennsylvania -- is a worrying trend. Elected leaders in York and Lancaster counties are opposing a proposed $2,5 billion hydroelectric dam along the Susquehanna River. The Pennsylvania courts' digital services are back online -- a little more than a week after  experiencing outages from a cyber attack. Two state troopers have rescued a bald eagle in Perry County.    Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dom welcomes in Patrick Gushue, candidate in the 172nd running against Kevin Boyle, the Democratic incumbent who went viral after a drunk tirade was posted on X where he threated a local bar for no apparent reason. Gushue contextualizes the situation, telling us a bit about Boyle, explaining why he's been bad politically for the district, explaining why he's chosen to run. Then, Gushue tells a bit about himself, telling that he's earning his Masters at Penn right now after serving as an Army Ranger. Also, Gushue takes listeners into northeast Philadelphia, discussing the implications that Krasner's progressive policies have had on crime in his district. (Photo by Getty Images)

JENNIFER BREAKS DOWN HER LATEST COLUMN IN THE PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER... Do-nothing Dems in the Pa. House hold bipartisan reforms hostage - VIA PHILA INQUIRER In the last two years, tens of thousands of Pennsylvanians have fled the state. This trend is not new. For 12 of the past 13 years, more residents have moved out of the commonwealth than have moved in. We now have the ignominy of having the fourth-highest population loss in the country. At this rate, analysts anticipate Pennsylvania losing another congressional seat by 2030. Jennifer Stefano is the Executive Vice President of the Commonwealth Foundation, a columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer, and a proud native Philadelphian. The former Emmy-nominated TV reporter and anchor previously worked at Americans for Prosperity and Americans for Prosperity Foundation. Jennifer served as a Fellow at the Independent Women's Forum and as a Publius Fellow at the Claremont Institute. She holds a business degree from Villanova University. Tune in weekdays 10 AM - 12 PM EST on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT; or on the Audacy app!

Pa. Speaker of the House Joanna McClinton looks back on the successes and challenges of her first year as the first woman and the first person of color to hold the gavel. With a razor-thin majority, Speaker McClinton negotiated tax credits for working families' daycare expenses, violence reduction programs, and a public defender fund. Then, Philly hosts the Youth America Grand Prix, an international student ballet competition that draws about 20,000 dancers whose finalists are selected to win cash prizes and scholarships at top schools and companies.   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

Family Life's “Capital Connection” Capital Connection offers you insiders' insight on social, cultural and political issues which affect the people of Pennsylvania, New Work, and the entire nation. Christian watchdogs Jason McGuire and Michael Geer “dig deep” on the issues that matter as the new year begins -- and the new legislative seasons get underway.  Among the topics covered on the first “Capital Connection” of 2024: What to expect from both governors With Democrat majorities in the NY legislature, what big issues will be pushed? As the PA House and Senate are split between the parties, what will move forward?  Jason McGuire leads New Yorkers for Constitutional Freedoms. Michael Geer is president of the Pennsylvania Family Institute. This is our Friday news feature during the Family Life Noon Report. Previous interviews with these two veteran commentators and other NY and PA opinion leaders are available from the Family Life News Podcasts page. Search for “Capital Connection“.

Riding Shotgun With Charlie #187  Jim Stoker Firearms Owners Against Crime   I love when the Olympic rings of the 2A community  come into play and expands my circle. I was at the Rod of Iron Freedom Festival in Greely, PA, for may/be the 5th year in a row. I was running around with Rob Campbell & Amada Suffecool from Eye On The Target Radio. Amanda messaged me and said Klint Macro (RSWC #069) from Meet The Pressers & USCCA was here with Jim Stoker from Firearm Owners Against Crime and I needed to have Jim on the show. Jim and Klint were in western PA for an NRA event the night before. They drove hours to Greely so Jim could speak at the Rod of Iron event.    Jim is now the president of Firearm Owners Against Crime (FOAC). Their long time president and founder, Kim Stolfer, stepped down due to health issues and passed away earlier this year. FOAC has been involved in Pennsylvania only gun issues since the 1990's, including reciprocity, castle doctrine, and licensing requirements.  Jim has recently retired as a police officer. Before he took the role as president, he wanted to make sure that the FOAC board was ok with him taking the role. Since he's taken this position, there have been over 50 anti-gun bills from the PA House. The split between parties is only one vote. And the votes are mostly down party lines. He gets information every day about what is going in PA politics and writes about it in the FOAC newsletter.   Even though PA has 850,000 hunters and is a very pro gun state, there's still work that needs to be done. Over the years, there's lots of compromising done to try and keep some rights for gun owners. Some in the community feel there's nothing they can do but compromise and they give up 5% of their rights everytime. FOAC tried to get Constitutional Carry, or permitless carry, passed though both houses, but the governor vetoed it. And the current governor won't sign it either.    One of their fights is one that we all have: getting our 2A friends and gun owners to vote for the pro-Second Amendment candidates. A good friend likes to say “each one, reach one”, meaning if everyone that is a gun owner gets just one more person to become a gun owner, then we can not only make changes, but keep the rights we have and maybe get more of them back.    Someone cannot hunt big game with a semi-automatic centerfire rifle in PA, even though it's legal, but the gaming commission said they cannot hunt with those rifles. The fall out of that is that people thinking that the Second Amendment is for hunting and not being able to hunt with a semi-auto centerfire rifle plays into the anti-gun agenda. If the 2A is about hunting and you can't hunt with an AR, then you don't need it, which is how they want that to play out. FOAC is out there educating the people that it isn't just about hunting.    We have a great conversation about  background checks, permitless carry, and what can be done to help get more people educated, trained, and voting. He brings up that 91% of law enforcement think citizens should have an AR 15. We also talk about how if people don't get involved in the 2A fight, then PA can become much more like MA.    Coming from “occupied territory” of Massachusetts, it's interesting to see that even in Free America states, there's an ongoing battle to keep the rights they have. It's not nice knowing that there is an anti-gun agenda that is being worked on in states that have a fantastic reputation for being a supporter of our Rights.    Favorite quotes:  “The AG can pretty much change on a whim, where we're going to have reciprocity and where we're not.” “We don't affiliate Republican or Democrat. We affiliate pro-gun or anti-gun.” “I'm out there talking about common sense gun rights.” “The idea of universal background checks is not to keep the guns out of bad guys hands, they know bad guys are going to get them anyway. It's to make you register what you have so they can confiscate them down the road.” “Unfortunately in the sportsmans community there's too much of ‘someone else will get it'”.   FOAC Website https://foac-pac.org/   Firearm Owners Against Crime, Institute for Legal, Legislative and Educational Action https://foac-illea.org/   Facebook https://www.facebook.com/foacpac   Instagram https://www.instagram.com/foacpac/ Second Amendment Foundation https://secure.anedot.com/saf/donate?sc=RidingShotgun    Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms https://www.ccrkba.org/     Please support the Riding Shotgun With Charlie sponsors and supporters.    Buy RSWC & GunGram shirts & hoodies, stickers & patches, and mugs at the store! http://ridingshotgunwithcharlie.com/rswc-shop/   Dennis McCurdy Author, Speaker, Firewalker http://www.find-away.com/   Self Defense Radio Network http://sdrn.us/   Buy a Powertac Flashlight, use RSWC as the discount code and save 15% www.powertac.com/RSWC   SABRE Red Pepper Spray  https://lddy.no/1iq1n   Or listen on: iTunes/Apple podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/riding-shotgun-with-charlie/id1275691565

Last year, Patty Kim won re-election to the PA House. She and her fellow Democrats took control of the chamber by one seat. But before that, she told us what it was like to serve in the minority.

Joyce speaks with two women from INSA Cannabis – a vertically integrated cannabis brand founded in Massachusetts. Lisa Black is the Education & Training Coordinator at INSA Cannabis, in Massachusetts, and is responsible for educating all INSA staff and consumers. She has been using her extensive knowledge about the history of cannabis and product usage to influence the narrative and engage her community. She is a mom and long-time cannabis advocate.Whitney Metzler is the Chief Compliance Officer at INSA - and you know this is the most important position because cannabis is all about compliance. In addition to her work in the cannabis industry, her personal accomplishments include being an Olympic swimmer, a staff member in the PA House of Representatives and the mother of five!Lisa and Whitney share their personal journeys, their work in the cannabis industry and what they think is the best part about being a canna mom.Culture Corner:Lessons in Chemistry – which was the inspiration for last week's show title with, Dr. Owens-Todd who is a chemist.  It's called Lessons in Canna Chemistry! If you're looking for a good read, Lessons in Chemistry that is coming out as a movie soon.Topics Discussed(1:40) Welcome(2:40) AI and Mailchimp(3:50) Joyce's Canna Romance – Chapter Three(4:20) She's Taking A Break audio book?(4:54) Joyce's Linked-In Newsletter(5:30) Cannabis and Crafting Lighter(6:58) The Culture Corner(7:10) Lessons in Chemistry(9:15) Lisa Black and Whitney Metzler Intro(10:30) Whitney Intro(10:56) Lisa Black Intro(12:11) Audio Intro(16:30) Different States and Different Rules(17:33) Medical Program(17:42) Whitney's Canna Journey(18:00) PA Republican Politics(19:05) PA Medical Program(20:25) CNN Story(20:44) Olympic Swimmer and Cannabis – Whitney's Why(22:44) Lisa's Why(26:25) Whitney's Canna Mom Story(31:55) Lisa's Canna Mom Story(33:10) INSA – MA Roots(35:26) High End Chocolates(39:24) Florida Cannabis(42:44) Lisa's Favorite Way To Consumer(45:16) Connect with Whitney(45:18) Connect with LisaThe Canna Mom Show wants to thank:Josh Lamkin and Bella Jaffe for writing and performing TCMS theme music and Fortuna Design for creating TCMS website.    

Federal safety investigators have issued a subpoena to the state Public Utility Commission for documents related to a fatal explosion at a chocolate factory in West Reading. All nine young people who escaped from a Berks County youth detention center have been re-captured. State police say hey didn't appear to have very good survival skills. Voters in Allegheny County's 21st state House district will decide which party will control the state House. Police say thousands of minks have been released from a Northumberland County fur farm after someone cut holes in the surrounding fence.    Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Caruso of Spotlight PA joins Dawn to breakdown his thoughts on the PA house following the resignation of State Rep. Sara Innamorato. Stephen breaks down how this will move forward as the PA Budget still sits at an impass. Read more about the subject here. Tune in 10 AM - 12 PM EST weekdays on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT; or on the Audacy app!    

In today's third hour, Mike Opelka, filling in for Dom Giordano on the Dom Giordano Program, welcomes in Representative Craig Williams, who today filed an appeal against the Commonwealth Court decision shooting down the Articles of Impeachment presented centered on Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner. Williams updates the situation, telling about the 100-page appeal that points to direct examples of Krasner's misdeeds, offering up examples, particularly around the case of Philadelphia Officer Ryan Pownall.  (Photo by Scott Heins/Getty Images)

In this episode of Faith Perspectives, Judge Cheryl Allen (PA Family) joins Pastor Tim to discuss legislation that has been introduced in the PA House of Representatives, known as the "Anti-Hate Crimes Package." Pastor Tim and Judge Allen will examine these bills to see how they line up with biblical values, look at what this type of legislation means for the Church, and how we can respond to cancel culture and speak the truth in a God-honoring way.   For more on PA Family: https://pafamily.org/ PA House of Reprsentatives: house.state.pa.us

We're two weeks into Pennsylvania's new legislative session, and for the first time in years, Democrats have the House and Republicans have the Senate. We're with Stephen Caruso of Spotlight PA to talk about what bills are moving, including anti-discrimination protections for queer people, gun safety proposals and more.  You can find Stephen's reporting on the state legislature here. Want some more Pittsburgh news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Pittsburgh. We're also on Twitter @citycastpgh & Instagram @CityCastPgh! Not a fan of social? Then leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dom welcomes Pennsylvania Representative Joseph D'Orsie (R-York) onto the Dom Giordano Program to discuss a new bill he authored, HB179, which would ban ‘bias response teams' at Universities and limit high security fees for controversial speakers, also enabling somebody whose free speech rights have been infringed to take action against the University. D'Orsie explains what he hopes to accomplish with this bill, explaining the continued bias presented on University campuses and how these alleged ‘response teams' would not reduce but instead further increase bias, particularly against conservative ideals. (Photo by Getty Images)

Zeoli Show Hour 1:  605am News 607am A bird pooped on Joe Biden610am Anti-Semitic Hate Crime in Lakewood NJ 613am Biden in Iowa talks about allowing more Ethanol being put in Gasoline 626am Battle over NJ School Curriculum- the politicians behind it are running scared 635am Color me Shocked- CNN plus struggles to lure viewers in its early days, drawing fewer than 10,000 daily users 652am PA House passes Fairness in women's sports bill

Zeoli Show: 605am News 607am A bird pooped on Joe Biden610am Anti-Semitic Hate Crime in Lakewood NJ 613am Biden in Iowa talks about allowing more Ethanol being put in Gasoline 626am Battle over NJ School Curriculum- the politicians behind it are running scared 635am Color me Shocked- CNN plus struggles to lure viewers in its early days, drawing fewer than 10,000 daily users  652am PA House passes Fairness in women's sports bill 702am NEWS 705am Guest Jack Citarelli 722am Zeoli's interview with Zeoli makes International News 732am PA House passes Fairness in women's sports bill 743am Gay Reference Scrubbed From New ‘Harry Potter' Movie For Chinese Release 751am What's on the Cut Sheet-  Cable News wastes no time blaming guns for Subway Shooting, Bill Maher and Joe Rogan say they are not more conservative Democrats got goofier 813am Dems in NJ urge Murphy to delay the sex ed in NJ Curriculum  820am News 825am Metaverse experts reveal if you can MURDER someone in the virtual world  837am Guest- LIZ WOLFE is an associate editor at Reason.com - Shanghai's Lockdowns Result in Starvation and Quarantine Enforcers Being Attacked 902am News 908am Trump says he will not endorse his former US Attorney Bill McSwain for PA Governor  928am Caller's Chris Christie story 940am What's on the Cut Sheet - Self Driving Car gets pulled over in San Francisco, MSNBC's Mehdi Hasan Blames White Supremacy for White People's Resistance to Covid Restrictions, PA Democrat Fetterman Admits He's Far-Left: ‘Once Considered Too Left to Run … in 2016, Joe Biden Oddly Starts Whispering Before Microphone Shrieks with Feedback