Podcasts about Wissahickon

Sean Brace and Harry Mayes are LIVE from the Truist Championship at the Philadelphia Cricket Club - Wissahickon Golf Course! Featuring Luke Arcaini our teeline correspondent!

It's another midweek news roundup. We're talking about bike advocates' demands for making Philly safer for cyclists, what's causing some roads to close around the Wissahickon Valley Park, and the new alcoholic beverage coming to PA grocery stores. Host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar, test their knowledge on the region's news with a quiz. Plus, how Joe Biden dropping out of the presidential race could impact the state. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro is a top contender for vice president. What would he bring to the ticket? NJ distillery unveils pork roll, egg and cheese on everything bagel vodka Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead):  HBO's 'Task' is preparing to film in Wissahickon Valley Park next week Bicycle Coalition Petition Announcement Opinion: Houses of worship shouldn't get to park in bike lanes on weekends Canned cocktails will soon be sold in Pennsylvania grocery stores Pennsylvania Governor signs bill allowing sale of canned cocktails in grocery stores Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We're also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Tecovas Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Focus on Fathers parenting education program shows new fathers how to have positive relationships with their kids. The “fathers to the fathers” try to fill in the gaps for men raised without a strong father figure in their lives, through child development education, job readiness, and mental health awareness, with remote and in-person classes. --This interview originally ran on Nov 19, 2023. Then, on Shara in the City, we explore a cave that's said to be built by America's first cult of mystics to predict the apocalypse, right in Wissahickon Park - the Cave of Kelpius. 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

A SHOW SO BIG IT IS 3 HOURS LONG WITH SOME THE BIGGEST NAMES IN THE FOOD INDUSTRY!!!! D and L Coffee Service Inc. presents Small Bites Radio the #1 listed “Food Radio show Philadelphia” and #1 listed “Food Radio show South Jersey”. Stay tuned for the link of our newest episode with a fantastic lineup! #SmallBitesRadio has been named #14 out of the Top 30 Best Hospitality Shows on the planet for 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023, #23 Top Philadelphia Lifestyle Influencer in 2021, 2022, and 2023 and nominated by Metro Philly Newspaper as 2022's Best of Philly Arts & Entertainment. Show started with a slight technical difficulty and audio finally kicked in at minute and thirty seconds of episode and talk about Starbolt Philadelphia, Cleo Bagels Philadelphia, Jim's Steaks, Center City Restaurant Week, Atlantic City Restaurant Week, Red Lion Diner Southhampton, Red Lion Inn Southhampton, and Sophie Restaurant opening on Locust St in Center City Philadelphia. We had a fantastic conversation with Colleen Worthington at 43:10 of episode to talk about her new cookbook that you can preorder NOW being released on October 3rd ‘Kneaders Bakery & Café: A Celebration of Our Best Recipes and Memories' published by Shadow Mountain. What began in Colleen Worthington's kitchen twenty-five years ago has grown into a successful family-owned bakery and café business with time-tested, delicious recipes in this one-of-a-kind anniversary cookbook. For the first time, home cooks have access to popular recipes such as Overnight Chunky Cinnamon French Toast, Artichoke Portobello Soup, and Blueberry Sour Cream Pie. Beautiful and appetizing photos accompany each recipe. Thrilled to talk to Scotland's National Chef Gary Maclean and winner of MasterChef at 58:25 of episode about his new cookbook ‘The Scottish Kitchen: More than 100 Timeless Traditional and Contemporary Recipes from Scotland' published by Appetite by Random House. A stunning showcase of Scottish cooking, with over 100 recipes celebrating this book is the very best of bonnie Scotland with the foreword by Sam Heughan the star of Outlander. We even talked about rugby for a while regarding Rugby World Cup and Scotland national rugby union team VS Springboks. From bustling cities to idyllic isles, this engrossing cookbook evokes one of the world's most beautiful countries and its cuisines on every page. Wherever you may roam, The Scottish Kitchen brings you home, planting your kitchen firmly on the shores of Scotland. Also joining us is Newbery and Caldecott honoree, award-winning, and New York Times bestselling author Grace Lin at 19:40 of episode provides a visual and storytelling feast as she delivers a groundbreaking, lushly illustrated, and beautifully written full-color book that explores the whimsical myths and stories behind your favorite American Chinese food in her new book ‘Chinese Menu: The History, Myths, and Legends Behind Your Favorite Foods' published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers. Do you know the stories behind delectable dishes—like the fun connection between scallion pancakes and pizza? Or how dumplings cured a village's frostbitten ears? Or how wonton soup tells about the creation of the world? Chinese Menu makes the perfect gift book for anyone who loves good food—and an even better story. Had fun talking with Chef George Duran, Polylingual chef and comedian, renowned for Food Network's Ham on the Street and TLC's The Ultimate Cake Off at 02:05:20 of episode. Celebrated culinary artist Chef George Duran, renowned for his inventive approach to healthy gourmet cuisine, is concluding the summer and kicking off the Back To School Season, with a delectable 'Labor of Love' recipe collection. This year's tantalizing repertoire features mouthwatering dishes like Grilled Vegetables with Mighty Sesame Tahini, succulent Absolutely Gluten Free Fried Chicken Breasts, and a refreshing Watermelon Mocktail or Cocktail – each infused with Chef Duran's personal touch and incorporating his favorite products such as Mighty Sesame Co.®, Absolutely! Gluten Free®, and Wonder Melon™. Celebrating ‘The Vermont Farm Table Cookbook: 10th Anniversary Edition - 150 Homegrown Recipes from the Green Mountain State' published by Countryman Press we had on author Tracey Medeiros at 05:25 of episode. Now, after 10 years, author Tracey Medeiros has revised and fully updated this culinary tome to highlight the dedication of Vermont's farmers, with brand-new recipes, photos, and local farm profiles. Including feel-good dishes like Vermont Cheddar Soup, Maple-Glazed Sweet Potatoes, Apple-Stuffed Chicken Breasts, homemade Vermont Maple Ice Cream, and so much more, readers can indulge in the comforting, farm-fresh flavors of all this beautiful state has to offer. Loved catching up with Charisse R. McGill Owner/Producer of Lokal Artisan Foods/ French Toast Bites and new Executive Director of Farmers Market Coalition at 01:47:40 of the episode. McGill was hired by the Board of Directors after a nationwide search. McGill now leads the national non-profit that is dedicated to strengthening and supporting 8,000+ farmers markets across the United States, while providing real income opportunities for farmers and expanding access in local communities. Now in its 24th year, NFMW is an annual celebration that highlights the vital role farmers markets play in the nation's food system, showcasing their value to customers, communities, local leaders and legislators. Leading up to and throughout NFMW, McGill will connect with farmers market operators through online town halls and in-person visits, including an in-person visit to the USDA Farmers Market in Washington DC. Fall festival season is here and we talked to Chris Endrikat the Owner/Head Brewer of New Ridge Brewing Company at 01:27:24 of the episode. New Ridge Brewing Co. announces Roxborough's first beer festival with the debut of Taps Under the Towers with a pig roast from Green Meadow Farm on Saturday, September 23, 2023, from 1:00pm to 5:00pm and on the same day they celebrate their return as the official beer vendor for Lincoln Mill Haunted House for the Halloween season. This brand new beer festival will benefit Friends of the Wissahickon, and take place outside the brewery, in the Roxborough Pocket Park. The event will feature unlimited beer samples from 20 local breweries such as Attic Brewing Company • Boardroom Spirits • Brewery ARS • Brewery Techne • Carbon Copy • Chestnut Hill Brewing Company • Dock Street Brewery • Human Robot • Iron Hill Brewery • Kings Road Brewing • Love City Brewing • New Ridge Brewing Co. • Other Half • Punch Buggy Brewing • Sacred Vice Brewing Company • Twisted Gingers Brewing • Two Locals Brewing • Wissahickon Brewing Company • Wrong Crowd Beer. Taps Under The Towers tickets are on sale now for $60 each, which includes unlimited sampling of all beers and a souvenir tasting cup. Food is pay as you go. Reopening on October 4th we talk with Scott Smith the business partner of The Soup Bar in Palmyra, NJ at 02:18:05 of episode. With over 40 years of experience cooking in the finest restaurants, Chef Ed is ready and eager to deliver the best soup and food. That's why they source their fresh ingredients from local farmers' markets. No matter what time of year, you can be sure you're eating the best of the season. Last, but certainly not least we chatted with Dan Schulz and Jennifer Davis at 02:31:55 of the episode. They are part of Banned Camp and winner of the recently announced award of Best Comedy Banned Book Podcast :) a comedy podcast where they read banned books and find out why they were banned in the first place. In each episode, they read a chapter of a banned book and offer our take on why it was banned in the first place. So grab a drink, sit back, and join us as we explore why some folks seem to be in such a rush to take us back to the dark ages, one banned book at a time. You say you STILL NEED MORE!!! The Small Bites team consists of many segment producers and correspondents. Expect culinary tips and events from celebrity Chef Barbie Marshall who was awarded the title of Pennsylvania's most influential chef by Cooking Light Magazine, Season 10 Hell's Kitchen Finalist and appeared on Season 17 Hell's Kitchen All Stars. You'll be provided with latest food news and happenings from John Howard-Fusco who has been featured in the Courier-Post South Jersey (a Gannett newspaper), as a contributor for NJ Monthly Magazine, and a New York Times recognized blogger for Eating in South Jersey. The latest trends and food concepts from Chef Beth Esposito the Chef/Owner of Pink Garlic Private Events and Butcher's Pantry in the Reading Terminal Market and has been spotlighted on The Rachael Ray Show, The Food Network programming, multiple appearances on Fox 29 Good Day, and many more television and radio outlets. Enjoy a funny joke from legendary joke teller Jackie “The Joke Man” Martling, the former head writer for “The Howard Stern Show”. Last but not least we also have freelance writer William Knowles, the personality behind “Around Town” for Bluejeanfood.com doing coverage and blog posts about events. Listen to Small Bites Radio worldwide on Simplecast, iHeartRadio,TuneIn, Stitcher Radio, PodOmatic, Player FM, iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, Audible, Amazon Music, and many more distribution partners. To see a list of everyone who has appeared on the show click below: https://bluejeanfood.com/smallbitesradio/ D & L Coffee Services has an expert staff of highly qualified, certified, and experienced office, technical, and sales personnel. D & L Coffee Services are able to provide your business, home, or special event the absolute best from the beans they sell, vendors they work with, Italian delicacies available for delivery, catering on-site for any sized affair, hands-on barista training, equipment available for purchase, and maintenance/repair services for your espresso and coffee machines. You can stop by their warehouse at 7000 HOLSTEIN AVE, SUITE 3, Philadelphia, PA 19153 during business hours or call the office at 215-365-5521 for an appointment, consultation, or any questions. #FoodRadioShowPhiladelphia #FoodRadioShowSouthJersey #TopPhiladelphiaLifestyle #FoodRadioShow #TopHospitalityShow #FoodShow #TopListed #BestFood #BestPod

Willkommen zurück bei ParaPower Mapping; mein name ist Klonny Gosch. We're taking a road trip today—all aboard the Boston Brahmin Watch tour bus. That's right, we're heading south to Philly to explore the German Pietist & Rosicrucian sect known as the Chapter of Perfection and their communitarian community on Schuylkill River. Get ready for some colonial-era angel/ alien sightings and more alchemical weirdness. patreon.com/ParaPowerMapping This EP includes: The Boston Brahmin Watch bus origin story; an intro to Johannes Kelpius, his birth in Transylvania (harmonizing this EP's vampire theme), matriculation at the Uni of Altdorf, and conversion into the Pietist collegium called the Chapter of Perfection; the Chapter of Perfection's influences (Phillip Jacob Spener, Johannes Valentin Andreæ, Paracelsus, Jakob Böhme, cabalists like von Rosenroth, etc.); the Chapter of Perfection's emigration to the New World; their pansophic & millenarian beliefs; the Chapter's selection of Society of the Woman in the Wilderness as the name for their new commune, inspired by Revelation and the war in heaven; Kelpius's Diarium; the Chapter's purported celibacy; a goofy entry from Kelp's journal that includes a Latin pun on body orifices that seems to hint at possibly antinomian or sexually transgressive practices among the members; the Chapter's vessel Sarah Mariah Hopewell getting marooned on a sandbar and "God's intervention" at Kelpius's behest, saving their voyage by lifting the ship to safety w/ a massive wave; a battle against 3 French ships on the high seas; the Chapter & the British captain seizure of the slaves aboard the defeated French vessel, & the possibility that the Chapter owned slaves; their settlement in colonial Philly; their gematric & numerological beliefs, and their insistence on keeping their order to only 40 members; their 40 sq ft tabernacle, which was built to conform to the holiness of the 40 (the decade of the perfect number); the crude observatory they built on their property; Kelpius's hermit cave, which he hollowed out to serve as his anchorite-esque hermitage & alchemical laboratory; their pursuit of the Elixir of Life; Chapter of Perfection expert Julius Sachse and his comparisons between the Chapter & the Cathars; Cabalistic symbols of numbers; the Monad; 4, the equal perfect number & symbol of deity; the Chapter's attempts at proselytizing to the Indigenous; evidence of the prevalence of historiographical beliefs in Native American Hebrew ancestry among the Chapter of Perfection, and a little speculation that they may have been familiar w/ John Dee's favorite Prince Madoc theories; a momentary detour into discussing Köster's belief that their indigenous neighbors were descended from "Celt-Iberian" or "Celt-Hebrew" peoples / one of the Ten Lost Tribes of Israel; questions of the settler-colonial utility of these kinds of beliefs; visits from emissaries sent by the King of Sweden; more searching for universale menstruum; the Chapter of Perfection's inaccurate apocalyptic timeline; the crazy account of an angel sighting by the Monks on the Wissahickon; multiple stories of remote viewing & teleportation among Chapter of Perfection members; the death of Johannes Kelpius; his assistant's disobedience and attempt to hide his arcanum, which Kelpius saw w/ his 3rd eye; another account of a ship Capt.'s wife visiting Conrad Matthai, who used his abilities to locate her husband; regenerative Elixir of Life rites; a note about vampiric alchemists; and much, much more. Songs: | Willie Nelson - "On the Road Again (Live)" | | Angelo Badalamenti - "Audrey's Dance" (Twin Peaks OST) | | Roky Erickson - "Night of the Vampire" |

On this episode of Running Times, Gagz is joined in studio by friend and listener favorite, Eddie Gieda, along with ultrarunner and bearded wiseman, Michael Koehler.    The trio dissect the cosmic forces that brought them together and ultimately led them to partake in the Howl Ultrarun, a 93-mile spiritual odyssey through NJ & NYC that celebrated the life and legacy of American poet and counterculture icon, Allen Ginsberg.   Later in the conversation, Gagz updates the listeners with a few announcements that you won't want to miss!   Michael is a local photography teacher and ultrarunner who has made the Wissahickon his schoolyard playground. Hear for yourself why Ultrarunning Magazine recently described him as the bearded, wizened soul who runs to a higher vibe.   Eddie is a devotional runner currently ensconced in a 3+ yr streak averaging almost 11 miles per day. He runs for Diadora and is affectionately known as the Cosmic Shuffler. He is also the front man for An Albatross and a treasure within the Philadelphia Running Community.   Please visit  www.ultrarunning.com to read about the Howl Ultrarun.    To learn more about Allen Ginsberg visit  www.allenginsberg.org   To learn more about:    Eddie Gieda visit @ebgiii    Michael Koehler visit @michaelmkoehler    Todd Aydelotte visit @toddaydelotte    Michelle Goldberg visit @mrmribbit   Gagz visit @bdg123    To learn more about Red Bull Wings For Life please visit:  www.wingsforlifeworldrun.com   Running Times with Gagz is proudly sponsored by www.philadelphiarunner.com   Cover photo: Armando Diaz @outtherenj

As urban areas grow, how can we ensure that the link between nature and our cities isn't severed? We visit Bangkok's recently opened Benjakitti Park, discuss Ben Wilson's new book ‘Urban Jungle: Wilding the City' and go hiking in Philadelphia's Wissahickon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are few characters from early Pennsylvania history more mysterious and fascinating than Johannes Kelpius, “the hermit of the Wissahickon” whose intellectual and spiritual life is the stuff of legend, centuries after his death. Kelpius embodied many of the deep traditions of European religious devotional life that found expression in early Pennsylvania—Pietism and mysticism included. In this episode of Cloister Talk, Dr. Timothy Grieve-Carlson welcomes us into the world of Kelpius's spirituality as it connects to early modern understandings of nature and the environment and discusses Kelpius's lasting resonance as a religious pioneer of sorts. Professor Grieve-Carlson also walks us through his research process and reflects on future pathways in Pennsylvania German studies.

Join us on Wednesday, October 19 @ 7pm EST for a special episode discussing on-screen representation and why it matters with a panel of diverse voices and special guest, Kiersten Adams. Kiersten is a Philadelphia-based freelance journalist and creative writer whose work centers Black culture and experience at the intersections of the natural and unnatural world. As a journalist and creative writer Kiersten has written for The Philadelphia Tribune, Grid Philly, Salty Mag, Carefree Black Girl, Midnight & Indigo, and more! Interested in media, entertainment, pop-culture, Kiersten is concerned with how Black entertainment will impact the larger cultural zeitgeist. When she isn't writing she's wandering the woods of Philly's Wissahickon, listening to Sun Ra, and re-reading Blood Child by Octavia Butler. Also, on the panel, Arin Perkins (Univ of Utah Law School) and Tony Shade (Univ of Utah Graduate School) who will share their work and experiences advocating for representation in US graduate and professional schools.  

By Gabriella Raful, WXVU News Director With the new school year back in progress, Villanova's Campus Activities Team is hosting Quizzo this Thursday at 9PM at the Oreo. In addition, Food Truck Fridays are back starting at 9PM this Friday. CAT is also hosting a Penn's Landing Summer Fest Trip this Saturday from 12PM-6PM. Additionally, there will be an arcade night from 8-11PM in COVA. For more information, visit VUgroups.com In other news, the Villanova Outdoors Club is hosting numerous events this weekend. On Saturday there will be a trip to Cape Henlopen State Beach Park in Lewes, DE. The trip will leave at 7:30AM and return no later than 7PM. Additionally, there is a Twin Rivers Tubing trip in Easton, PA on Sunday. The trip will leave at 8:30AM and return no later than 4PM with a $20 fee. Finally, there is also a hike in Wissahickon, PA on Sunday which leaves at 9:30AM and will return no later than 5PM. For more information, email the Villanova Outdoors Club!

On this episode of Running Times, Gagz is joined in studio by accomplished Trail and Ultrarunner, Sophorn Choup. Sophorn has quietly amassed a stout resume tackling some of Ultrarunning's most prestigious and grueling races, including Western States and HURT 100. Sophorn was born in Cambodia but fled the country with her family in the late 70s. By the mid 80s all had settled in Central, PA - but this harrowing experience is more than a footnote in Sophorn's story. Rather, it has become the root of her strength, the source of her power, and the opening lines to The Legend of Sophorn. Whether she's climbing the Rocky Steps for 24 hours, or running her own 100 mile fatass race through the Wissahickon, Sophorn's resolve has been forged in iron and is displayed with a smile for the world to admire. To learn more about Sophorn and support Legacy of Hope PHL 24 STAIRCLIMB please visit: https://bit.ly/3oUy1DN Running Times with Gagz is proudly sponsored by www.philadelphiarunner.com

Jessica came to Wissahickon in 9th grade, and promptly quit playing soccer to get back at her parents for making her move. We talk about bullying for girls, the best *NSYNC member, and how Jessica's undiagnosed ADD affected her learning. As school went on, Jessica began partying at a different level than everyone else. Jessica talks about how drugs changed who she was, what she lost, and making living amends to repay her family.  Full Video @ youtube.com/REDSHIRTPLAYA Facebook: @WWFINHS IG: @WEWERENTFRIENDSINHIGHSCHOOL

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LeeAnn, not her actual name, was Captain of the Cheerleading team. After Kindergarten, she moved to Pittsburgh for 9 years! LeeAnn talks about returning to Wissahickon in 8th grade, the decision to go blonde as a teenager, and how her guidance counselor blew her college admission. Plus, dating a “cool kid” from my class, McDonald's & Chuck E Cheese play areas, and why she left teaching. Check out LeeAnn's Etsy Page https://www.etsy.com/people/phillymeanmugs Full Video @ youtube.com/REDSHIRTPLAYA Facebook: @WWFINHS IG: @WEWERENTFRIENDSINHIGHSCHOOL

https://www.graceandvalorwellness.com/ Andrea is a Philly based full spectrum doula, meal prep chef and founder of Grace and Valor wellness. She completed her doula training with Birthing Advocacy Doula Trainings and values a person-centered approach to reproductive care.She lives in East Falls with her partner, Jordan and their daughter, Grace. When she isn't fangirling over her clients or chasing after Grace, she can be found hiking the Wissahickon trail then enjoying a meal from a local food truck.

The Mayor of Conshohocken joins the podcast to talk about his childhood, moving 10 times before landing at Wissahickon and pulling pranks in school for his Show on WTV. Plus, letting go of his filmmaking dream and the unanswered email that inspired him to run for Mayor. Yaniv takes us inside his first campaign, running against a 4 term incumbent, the end of his “Steelo” character, and the importance his wife played in not only his first term, but winning re-election. Also, insight to the communication and messaging Yaniv utilized with police and the community during George Floyd and BLM demonstrations. Conshohocken Arts Festival - June 4 https://www.conshohockenartsfestival.com/ https://www.yanivaronson.com/conshystrong Full Video @ youtube.com/REDSHIRTPLAYA Facebook: @WWFINHS                                  IG: @WEWERENTFRIENDSINHIGHSCHOOL

Before he became the Varsity Basketball Coach and Middle School English Teacher, Kyle Wilson was a Wissahickon student (Class of '85)! Coach joins the podcast to talk about cutting through the woods in the 80s, playing tough against the older kids at Knight's Park, and why he picked basketball as the sport to pursue. Plus, the complexities of coaching your own kids, memorable players through the years, and the responsibility of being a black teacher/coach. Full Video @ youtube.com/REDSHIRTPLAYA Facebook: @WWFINHS IG:@WEWERENTFRIENDSINHIGHSCHOOL

The Girl I Didn't Know at graduation FINALLY joins the pod, and it turns out we a lot in common!  Lauren discusses her Phoenixville origins, moving to Kentucky in 7th Grade, and how she ended up at Wissahickon in 10th grade.  Lauren shares how she was impacted by her parents' divorce, we compare our tumultuous relationships with our dads.  Plus, her dating app disasters, working at QVC, and moving to Charlotte!  Full Video @ youtube.com/REDSHIRTPLAYA Facebook: @WWFINHS IG: @WEWERENTFRIENDSINHIGHSCHOOL    

Chris begged to go to Wissahickon Middle School, his first public school. But he left the high school for LaSalle because of bullying. Chris talks about the friends he made after leaving Wissahickon, and the bullying that still took place in private school. Plus, the simple beginnings of Chris's struggles with drinking, living a sober life, and helping others learn from his experiences.  Full Video @ youtube.com/REDSHIRTPLAYA Facebook: @WWFINHS IG: @WEWERENTFRIENDSINHIGHSCHOOL

Jen joins the podcast to talk old school Ambler days when kids played outside, memories of Knights Park, and growing up with all sisters. Plus, going tech school with a purpose, her path through nursing, and 20+ years with husband and classmate Sean (Ep. 119). Also, how Jen went form loving hip-hop to becoming a country music fan. Full Video @ youtube.com/REDSHIRTPLAYA Facebook: @WWFINHS IG: @WEWERENTFRIENDSINHIGHSCHOOL

Tucked away in a remote section of Fairmount Park, you'll find the stone framed entrance to a small cave. This enhanced structure, dug into the side of a hill, marks what is believed to be the 17th century home of America's first doomsday cult. Johannes Kelpius and his followers made their home on the Wissahickon and prepared for the end of the world. So, join us in the Kelpius Cave if you want to survive the apocalypse.

In Episode 6, the Mystics from the 40th go deep into their recent trip into the Wissahickon Creek.Ras Ben reveals the how the Wissahickon's mysterious monk may in fact be an Immortal Vampire, shaping historical timelines.Uncle Mike looks at the rift between the Delaware-Susquehanna, Wissahickon-Cocalico, Church of the Brethren-River Brethren.  Plus a deep dive into Lancaster ritual Amish murders. Support Ras BenSupport Uncle MikeIG @susquehannaalchemyVisit My Website Susquehanna AlchemySupport on Subscribe StarBuy Susquehanna Alchemy GearBuy Mikes Book Rites of the 40th Parallel★ Support this podcast ★

Monica was a confused child with an intimidating reputation. We discuss girls beating up boys, first impressions, and going into the work force rather than going to college. Monica also talks about her Egyptian heritage, her old-school upbringing, and summers in Egypt. Plus, Monica opens up about her struggles with addition after school, her path to sobriety, and regaining trust, normalcy, and her daughter! Full Video @ youtube.com/REDSHIRTPLAYA Facebook: @WWFINHS IG: @WEWERENTFRIENDSINHIGHSCHOOL

Cassie was a shy kid who moved with her family to Wissahickon in the middle of 11th grade. Cassie talks about some of her memories of teaching daycare, the awesome block of BET programming after school, and looking back on the death of Aaliyah. Full Video @ youtube.com/REDSHIRTPLAYA Facebook: @WWFINHS IG: @WEWERENTFRIENDSINHIGHSCHOOL

Welcome to a mini-series podcast featuring the music of the Red Shirt Playa. Stories behind my lyrics and production, relation to Wissahickon and beyond.  On this episode..."In The Zone" & "Where I'm From (A-Town)"

The restaurant is closed for renovations during the month of August, but that won't stop us from serving up some tasty specials. Our final renovation meal is another collaborative classic. Lindsay and Madison of Ye Olde Crime are joined by Emily from the Drink, Drunk, Dead podcast. Together they discuss two Doomsday cults - Heaven's Gate and The Hermits of the Wissahickon - as well as the importance of last meal selection, that the Book of Revelations is a great how-to manual, and that living with a bunch of dudes in the woods isn't as cool as people make it out to be.Information pulled from the following sources:2011 Hidden City article by John Vidumsky2015 Chestnut Hill Local article by Kevin DiccianiPhiladelphia Oddities Article on the Historical Society of Pennsylvania website by David AhernAtlas ObscuraWikipediaTo stay on top of all the latest from Pineapple Pizza Podcast, be sure to check out our website at http://www.pineapplepizzapodcast.com (www.pineapplepizzapodcast.com) where you will find links to merch, Patreon and a variety of ways to support the show, as well as detailed episode descriptions and regional specials. Help our show grow by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pineapple-pizza-podcast/id1543640038 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pineapple-pizza-podcast/id1543640038)Or on Podchaser at https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/pineapple-pizza-podcast-1568165 (https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/pineapple-pizza-podcast-1568165)You can also send mail to: Pineapple Pizza PodcastPO Box 341Wyoming, MN 55092Remember, no matter how you slice it, you're awesome and we love you.

John Holback's environmental experience started as a child helping his dad cut invasive vines from the trees in the woods around their home. He learned a broad array of conservation efforts as a young adult in AmeriCorps and continued to build his skills while volunteering and working as a field coordinator with the Friends of the Wissahickon in the Wissahickon Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. John now lives in the San Francisco Bay Area of California and continues to apply his knowledge in his work in the Santa Cruz Mountains as an open space technician for Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District in Los Altos, California. John is also a professional musician and a graduate from the Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/plantatrilliontrees/support

Zach was the always The New Kid. Wissahickon was Zach's 3rd High School in as many years. We discuss why he and his parents moved around a lot, where he spent the most time, and what happened when his parents left the day after graduation. Plus, the legal troubles that pushed Zach to change his life and join the Marine Corps, how he got lucky, and the strong bond between he and his wife, fellow classmate Maria. Full Video @ youtube.com/REDSHIRTPLAYA Facebook: @WWFINHS IG: @WEWERENTFRIENDSINHIGHSCHOOL

Maria came from a strict family and a small Catholic school. Fears entering Wissahickon, the cliques in her small school, and Maria’s strict family Homelife. Dating classmate Zach Rowe, breaking tradition with her marriage, and moving away from Ambler. Plus, returning home to care for ailing father, her unexpected pregnancy, and being the wife of a Marine. Full Video @ youtube.com/REDSHIRTPLAYA Facebook: @WWFINHS IG: @WEWERENTFRIENDSINHIGHSCHOOL

When Max left North Penn High School, he stopped giving a fuck. Growing up in different suburbs, racism and scary cops, and the process of feeling out Wissahickon. His difficult summer of Trade School, why Max didn’t stick it out, and what happened when his teachers and coaches didn’t provide any guidance for the future. Full Video @ youtube.com/REDSHIRTPLAYA Facebook: @WWFINHS IG: @WEWERENTFRIENDSINHIGHSCHOOL

WELCOME back to Episode 13! This episode made me so happy to bring to the podcast because I admire so many things about Brandi and her genuine gift of bringing women together and advocating for women's wellness, no matter your shape, demographic, size or income level. We talk starting a business, walking away from corporate life, following your intuition, and why it's so important to highlight safe spaces within our communities for women. When Brandi began her hiking groups, she intended to create a space for women of color to hike together in a place they may not have knew existed within their own city: The Wissahickon. But then, something magical happened: women of all colors, ages and neighborhoods began joining in on her hikes. In the name of healing and wellness, you can join this beautiful growing community on their weekly hikes, events and retreats (link below) and listen in on this beautiful, creative and courageous journey Brandi is taking to keep showing up for her hunnies! Hike and Heal - sign up! 

Matt moved to Wissahickon in 4th grade following the uncommon amicable divorce of his parents. Hanging out with older kids, getting high, and the Enrichment Program. The 2Pac song Matt lost his virginity to, Slam Books, and the Pool Hall where everything seemed to be happening for Adult Matt. Plus, joining the Carpenter’s Union and how Matt’s path was different than Derek Cataldi’s.   Full Video @ youtube.com/REDSHIRTPLAYA Facebook: @WWFINHS IG: @WEWERENTFRIENDSINHIGHSCHOOL

Brian grew up in a very strict house with expectations for his future, a social network not connected to Wissahickon, and a family instinct for starting his own business. We discuss the tough structure Brian’s parents put in place, consequences for not complying, and College freedom. Plus, dealing with racism in school, Taiwanese vs. Chinese, and doing business today in China and beyond.   How did Brian turn a video game addiction into technology side hustles, racking up $15K selling websites in 11th Grade? We discuss the technology from our childhood, going from Computer Science to the Furniture space, and unhealthy expectations of a start-up business. Visit https://helloraye.com/ for commercial and residential furniture. Full Video @ youtube.com/REDSHIRTPLAYA Facebook: @WWFINHS IG: @WEWERENTFRIENDSINHIGHSCHOOL

Papamutes talks beer with Luke Gill, head brewer for family owned Wissahickon Brewing Company in Philadelphia, Pa. How it all started, the early struggles with mastering the craft of brewing great beer, and how it all came together for the Gill family.  Luke sweats out a round of OJ Trivia, and tackles the Name That Movie segment. Papamutes and Luke enjoy cold Wissahickon brews during the podcast. We recommend doing the same when listening to Episode 2, "All Hopped Up"!

Mike was expelled/asked to leave Wissahickon in 9th Grade. Struggling with dyslexia, no home supervision, and a lack of ability to connect took Mike down a dark path that he’s alive to talk about today. We talk about acting out in school, dealing with trauma and mental illness in the family, and the party life of the freaks and geeks.   Mike’s Art: https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/michael-volpicelli/shop   Full Video @ youtube.com/REDSHIRTPLAYA Facebook: @WWFINHS IG: @WEWERENTFRIENDSINHIGHSCHOOL

Welcome to a mini-series podcast featuring the music of the Red Shirt Playa. Stories behind my lyrics and production, relation to Wissahickon and beyond.  On this episode..."Rhyming Machine" & "I Don't Hear 'Em"

Welcome to a mini-series podcast featuring the music of the Red Shirt Playa. Stories behind my lyrics and production, relation to Wissahickon and beyond.  On this episode..."Red Shirt Playa" & "Yeah..."

George is my first friend to join the show. Hear about our crew and the type of stuff we used to do, but also, what happened prior to Wissahickon: the smaller world of Catholic School, transitioning to public school, and his strong Ambler roots in town. Plus, buying, building, and wrecking cars, playing adult full contact football, finding art, and leaving town almost a decade after graduation. We’re putting layers on the Earth! Check out George’s art at www.georgebarreca.com Facebook: @WWFINHS youtube.com/REDSHIRTPLAYA IG: @wewerentfriendsinhighschool

Hitch and Wally run through a number of topics in this episode including the winter backpacking trip Wally went on recently, the hike Hitch did, and the first outdoor bouldering experience for Wally as well.

Mike is the Band Director at Wissahickon, and the first teacher to join the show! The hiring process & starting in the district for our Freshman Year! Playing with some of the greats - The Temptations, Billy Paul, and yelling at Gwen Stefani before No Doubt broke big. Mike also spent time in the Army, going from Army Band hopeful to Korean Linguist? Plus, the future of music in the district and beyond. On the QT, this is a hip episode! http://www.hoppinjohnorchestra.com http://hankscadillac.com/about/

Kim and I talk about Wissahickon's Foreign Language Program, and I try to sing a song in French. We share our experiences being in "Dreamgirls" in Middle School and our disappointment in the chorus program. Also, Kim talks about being diagnosed with Turner Syndrome and her struggles with weight in school, and her victories in present day. And can there be more than 1 type of person in each group? Facebook: @WWFINHS youtube.com/REDSHIRTPLAYA IG: @wewerentfriendsinhighschool

Lindsay and Madison are joined by Emily from the Drink, Drunk, Dead podcast. Together they discuss two Doomsday cults - Heaven’s Gate and The Hermits of the Wissahickon - as well as the importance of last meal selection, that the Book of Revelations is a great how-to manual, and that living with a bunch of dudes in the woods isn’t as cool as people make it out to be. Information pulled from the following sources:2011 Hidden City article by John Vidumsky2015 Chestnut Hill Local article by Kevin DiccianiPhiladelphia OdditiesArticle on the Historical Society of Pennsylvania website by David AhernAtlas ObscuraWikipediaBe sure to listen to and follow our friends Emily and Joel of the Drink, Drunk, Dead podcast.Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter & Instagram, or message us with the hashtag #YeOldeCrime.Support Our Show with Tee Public Use our special URL to purchase merch and help support our show at the same time!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE Instacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour. Free delivery on your first order over $35.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/yeoldecrimepodcast)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/drinkdrunkdead)

Lindsay and Madison are joined by Emily from the Drink, Drunk, Dead podcast. Together they discuss two Doomsday cults - Heaven’s Gate and The Hermits of the Wissahickon - as well as the importance of last meal selection, that the Book of Revelations is a great how-to manual, and that living with a bunch of dudes in the woods isn’t as cool as people make it out to be. Information pulled from the following sources:2011 Hidden City article by John Vidumsky2015 Chestnut Hill Local article by Kevin DiccianiPhiladelphia OdditiesArticle on the Historical Society of Pennsylvania website by David AhernAtlas ObscuraWikipediaBe sure to listen to and follow our friends Emily and Joel of the Drink, Drunk, Dead podcast.Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter & Instagram, and become a member of our Patreon community for bonus content.Support Our Show with Tee Public Use our special URL to purchase merch and help support our show at the same time!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEInstacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour. Free delivery on your first order over $35.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/yeoldecrime)

Pastor Charlie Jones of Wissahickon Church Order of ServiceWelcome - Pastor Eric McMahon of Watershed ChurchCall to Give - Pastor Crawford ClarkKid's Message - Pastor Ricky Gomez     Parent ResourceSermon - Pastor Charlie Jones of Wissahickon Church “The Purpose Behind The Power" Part 3 - Mark 4:34-41Moment of Response - Pastor Eric McMahon Please, as you always have, continue to bring your tithes and offerings to the Lord. You can do so online at roxboroughchurch.org/give, by texting 'give' to (215) 330-2631, or by mailing your offering to:Roxborough Church8230 Ridge Ave.Philadelphia, PA 19128 Connect with UsShare Prayer Requests Roxborough Churchfacebook.com/roxboroughchurchPastor Ray Garcia revraygarcia.comfacebook.com/raymond.garcia.509 Watershed Churchfacebook.com/watershedphillyPastor Eric McMahonhttps://www.facebook.com/mcmahoneric Wissahickon Churchfacebook.com/wissahickonchurchPastor Charlie Jonesfacebook.com/TheArkChristianWorshipCenter

On Thursday May 28th, 2015 the Hermetic Hour with host Poke Runyon will have as its special guest Frater Julian of the Benjamin Franklin Encampment who is an expert in Pennsylvania folklore relating to witchcraft and magick. We will be discussing his paper on the mysterious Roman family in the colonial Quaker community, Johannes Kelpius "The Wizard of Wissahickon," and his Cave of Kelpius, and Apocalyptic prophecy in the 1690s. The Epherata Rosicrucian Cloister, then moving up toward modern times with Dutch pow-wow, hexcraft, the curious case of the Hexencat and its capture. The York County 1920s Hex murder case. So if you want to catch up on your American occult and witchcraft heritage be sure to tune in for Weird Pennsylvania on the air.

Kelley has literally been all around the world, and for several years, she was at Wissahickon with us. We had some similarities growing up, our love for black culture, struggles to find our black connections socially, and dealing with strict parents, Kelley also shares a lot of very personal stories about losing friendships, struggles in young marriage, and guiding her children through racism. Facebook: @WWFINHS youtube.com/REDSHIRTPLAYA IG: @wewerentfriendsinhighschool

JP was an admitted band nerd, but boy did that pay off. Most of JP's socializing came through music and we talk about our times in Band and Chorus, like the time we had to perform a silent song for over 4 minutes. JP had a career path out of college, but it was taken away on a technicality. He ended up loving his new career so much, he wouldn't even want to go back now! There is some serious Broadway Musical talk as we discuss our favorites, Wissahickon's musicals, and my increased disappointment in the selections. Start of the new course level, and my first Social Distancing pod! youtube.com/REDSHIRTPLAYA IG: @wewerentfriendsinhighschool @redshirtplaya All logos & artwork created by Carrie Stanton (@carriethepanda)

Pastor Charlie Jones of Wissahickon Church Order of ServiceWelcome - Pastor Eric McMahon from Watershed ChurchCall to Give - Pastor Eric McMahonKid's Message - Pastor Ricky GomezParents ResourceSermon - Pastor Charlie Jones from Wissahickon Church     “Finding a Rhythm of Prayer” - Acts 1:12-14Moment of Response - Pastor Ray Garcia Join us for another Online Worship Service next Sunday @ 9:00am.We can not wait to be with you again! Please, as you always have, continue to bring your tithes and offerings to the Lord. You can do so online at roxboroughchurch.org/give, by texting 'give' to (215) 330-2631, or by mailing your offering to:Roxborough Church8230 Ridge Ave.Philadelphia, PA 19128 Connect with UsShare Prayer Requests Roxborough Church roxboroughchurch.orgfacebook.com/roxboroughchurchPastor Ray Garcia revraygarcia.comfacebook.com/raymond.garcia.509 Watershed Church watershedphilly.comfacebook.com/watershedphillyPastor Eric McMahonhttps://www.facebook.com/mcmahoneric Wissahickon Church wissahickonchurch.orgfacebook.com/wissahickonchurchPastor Charlie Jonesfacebook.com/TheArkChristianWorshipCenter

Rachel moved to Wissahickon in 7th grade and it greatly affected her ability to fit in. Coming from a strict Korean Family, Rachel struggled to find her place, eventually entering into a toxic relationship in 10th grade that would lead to dropping out in 12th grade and moving to Texas for college. We discuss the quirks of our random friendship that started in 2012 and how Rachel met her husband Kyle. Rachel also talks about her successful battle against cervical cancer and the importance of preventative care! The Pete Whittaker Story Plus, Disney World, awkward (great) boob talk, and whether my ex-girlfriend was pretty or not. IG: @wewerentfriendsinhighschool Twitter: @wwfinhighschool @redshirtplaya All logos & artwork created by Carrie Stanton (@carriethepanda)

Suzie Spinelli (Mullett) was one of the coolest girls in school in my eyes, but not in her own. We examine that perspective as Suzie shares stories of being a twin and dating the same boys as her sister. Plus, the moment that gave her the push to pursue kinesiology and the Wissahickon teacher that played a role in her path. I compare that to my road as a Communications major starting with Community College. Since Suzie is a teacher now, hear her perspective on school today, flirting, and what lessons she takes from her student career. If you didn’t get enough in the previous episode, you can join in on more of my fears of the modern dating world. We share our first cell phone memories. Also, Suzie just came back from her very first trip to California. She talks about some of her favorite moments on the West Coast while attending a wedding in wine country! Instagram: @wewerentfriendsinhighschool Twitter: @wwfinhighschool @redshirtplaya works pretty much everywhere All logos & artwork created by Carrie Stanton (@carriethepanda)  

Kim didn’t belong to a “clique.” She had an older boyfriend, a job, got stoned, and didn’t worry about what other people thought. We contrast that with my anxieties about the future. We add Kim to the list of students who enjoyed tech school (another mention of Derek Cataldi for a 3rd episode). Plus, since Kim doesn’t like talking politics, I talk to her about not liking to talk about politics. This is a hilarious Take 2 Episode! Instagram: @wewerentfriendsinhighschool Twitter: @wwfinhighschool @redshirtplaya works pretty much everywhere All logos & artwork created by Carrie Stanton (@carriethepanda)

Every booth at the Mt Airy Village Fair offers an interactive experience, and at the Northwest Philly Neighbors Podcast booth we invited fairgoers to sit down and tell a story. Sixteen people (ages 8 to 73) accepted, and their stories spanned the spectrum from poignant to entertaining, informative to funny.Here they are, with links for more about some of the tellers and their projects: 1:11 - Mike Gross - Helping remove a state law loophole that promoted segregation 3:50 - Terry List - The Australian Lilly Pilly and me 6:36 - Evan Mohr - Serving breakfast using a domino run 8:11 - Joanne Fleisher - The hardest thing I’ve faced and overcome12:54 - Nathan Long - My favorite pet, Glenn Bergman13:55 - Leif Taylor - How I got my puppy15:00 - Jen Sheffield - Decades of daily journaling17:10 - Andrew Kirkpatrick - Harry Potter voices, live19:47 - Walt Bader - My son the muralist21:20 - Mila Shane - Climbing a Vermont waterfall23:03 - Keith Murphy - Pete Seeger and the Golden Vanity28:33 - Michele Zipkin - Producing podcasts30:37 - Jan Alter - The highlight of 38½ years as a Philly public school teacher33:15 - Patty Skuster - Women on Wheels in the Wissahickon, and soup35:34 - Dan Vidal - Pain recovery with Neurosomatic Therapy38:11 - Cheri Black - From Kansas farm to Jamaican B&BPodcast website: https://nwphillypodcast.net

In working to clean up one of Pennsylvania's most impaired urban watersheds, the members of the Wissahickon Clean Water Partnership face a daunting challenge. But the coalition also has a major advantage: a shared recognition that working together is the only way forward. As the initiative pivots to focus on community engagement, we drop in on a public forum held recently in Philadelphia.

Join us as we dive into the idea of the landscape as a powerful metaphor for the journey of life that we're all on. As part of Woodmere's "Pennsylvania Landscape in Impressionism and Contemporary Art” exhibition, we’ll hear from various artists and curators like Brian Peterson, Emily Brown, Peter Rose, Keith McManus and Ron Tarver. We'll explore parallel tracks in the way today’s artists view and love the beauty of the landscape, just as the Pennsylvania impressionists had more than a century ago, and how the urgency to preserve it still remains as Maura McCarthy of the Friends of the Wissahickon will share with us. We'll hear about how the Wissahickon Valley Park has inspired a strong sense of place for artists and the general public over the years.

Chip and Jeff enjoyed a lovely run on the very scenic and shady Forbidden Drive with some of their favorite people during their inaugural 10K fun run. The following topics were discussed: Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society (PAWS), whittling, tumbling, the Wissahickon Trail, Friends of the Wissahickon, Le Bus East Falls, Robert Guillaume and Alan Thicke are dead, scuba diving, rowing, running injuries, Philadelphia Mayor’s Cup, Belmont Plateau, dog talk, cat talk, The Kinks, C3PO Cereal, Hulk Hands, bio-composting toilets, junk food, best Steve Martin movies, possible podcast on horseback, Philly 10K, hills and more!

Name your favorite superhero on this FaceBook post and win a pair of 4-day passes to Wizard World Comic Con in Philadelphia:https://tinyurl.com/spaceswizardcon #Marriedlifewithluluanpop(Lauren) Wissahickon Brewary(Mark) Watching Racheal Dozeall The Rachel Divide #thishappenedHow Los Angeles is beating the heathttps://www.mnn.com/earth-matters/climate-weather/blogs/how-los-angeles-beating-heat-white-painted-streets Michelle Wolf..thank youhttps://www.rollingstone.com/politics/news/taibi-michelle-wolf-slays-useless-white-house-correspondents-dinner-w519682 Send all your letters to : luluandpop2016@gmail.comFollow us on instagram:www.instagram.com/mrs.ladyknickers www.instagram.com/Mark_vs_TheUniverse www.instagram.com/luluandPop Please Follow us on Facebook:http://facebook.com/luluandpophttps://www.facebook.com/spacesproductions/ This is a Spaces Productions podcast. www.spacesproductions.com Wondering how you can support the Spaces Production network? Want to contribute to a company built around encouraging inclusivity, diversity, and putting real voices in the media? Spaces Productions has the answer! Please check out our Patreon page, which offers many different options to help us and even some awesome perks for y’all! We are in this for the long run and appreciate ANY contribution. Every bit helps and we appreciate the love. https://www.patreon.com/spacesproductions

Name your favorite superhero on this FaceBook post and win a pair of 4-day passes to Wizard World Comic Con in Philadelphia:https://tinyurl.com/spaceswizardcon #Marriedlifewithluluanpop(Lauren) Wissahickon Brewary(Mark) Watching Racheal Dozeall The Rachel Divide #thishappenedHow Los Angeles is beating the heathttps://www.mnn.com/earth-matters/climate-weather/blogs/how-los-angeles-beating-heat-white-painted-streets Michelle Wolf..thank youhttps://www.rollingstone.com/politics/news/taibi-michelle-wolf-slays-useless-white-house-correspondents-dinner-w519682 Send all your letters to : luluandpop2016@gmail.comFollow us on instagram:www.instagram.com/mrs.ladyknickers www.instagram.com/Mark_vs_TheUniverse www.instagram.com/luluandPop Please Follow us on Facebook:http://facebook.com/luluandpophttps://www.facebook.com/spacesproductions/ This is a Spaces Productions podcast. www.spacesproductions.com Wondering how you can support the Spaces Production network? Want to contribute to a company built around encouraging inclusivity, diversity, and putting real voices in the media? Spaces Productions has the answer! Please check out our Patreon page, which offers many different options to help us and even some awesome perks for y’all! We are in this for the long run and appreciate ANY contribution. Every bit helps and we appreciate the love. https://www.patreon.com/spacesproductions

In 1773 some of the Pietist monks were still living in their rude monastery whose ruins are visible on the banks of the Wissahickon. Chief among these mystics was an old man who might have enjoyed the wealth and distinction warranted by a title had he chosen to remain in Germany, but he had forsworn vanities, and had come to the new world to pray, to rear his children, and to live a simple life. Some said he was an alchemist, and many believed him to be a prophet.

Most people in Philadelphia know Wissahickon Creek as a bucolic setting for outdoor recreation, easily accessed via the city's Fairmount Park. But the real story of the Wissahickon begins 23 miles upstream in Montgomery County, where the picture isn't always so pretty. Repairing years of damage to the stream will be a massive and complex challenge, but communities and organizations throughout the watershed are teaming up to do just that. in the first part of a series examining this collaborative effort, we take a tour of the creek with our friends at the Wissahickon Valley Watershed Association.

You Asked, We Answered! Transcript for the podcast We all live in a watershed – think of it as your ecological address, and no matter where you are on land, any water that falls in that same location has a drainage destination determined by elevation and landforms. A watershed is an area of land where the surface water (including lakes, streams, reservoirs, and wetlands) and the underlying groundwater flows from a higher to lower elevation. Streams and rainfall within a watershed will typically drain to a common outlet, such as the outflow of a reservoir, mouth of a bay, or any point along a stream channel. The word watershed is sometimes used interchangeably with drainage basin or catchment. Watersheds come in all shapes and sizes, and larger watersheds contain many smaller watersheds. For example, the city of Philadelphia is part of the Delaware River Watershed. Its seven main subwatersheds are the Delaware Direct, Schuylkill, Pennypack, Tookany/Tacony-Frankford, Darby-Cobbs, Poquessing and Wissahickon. In the continental United States alone, there are 2,110 watersheds; including Hawaii Alaska, and Puerto Rico, there are 2,267 watersheds. The ridges and hills that separate and define two watersheds are called the drainage divide. The Continental Divide is a prominent watershed in North America that roughly follows the crest of the Rocky Mountain range. Rain, snow and other precipitation falling on the west side of this divide flows into the Pacific Ocean, while precipitation falling on the east side of the divide flows into the Atlantic and Arctic Oceans. Note that watersheds do not know political borders, so watersheds cut across county, state, even national boundaries. For example, the Chesapeake Bay watershed is an area of 64,000 square miles and includes parts of six states (Maryland, West Virginia, Virginia, Delaware, Pennsylvania, and New York) and the entire District of Columbia. It is also important to remember that not all precipitation that falls in a watershed flows on a direct pathway to reach an ocean.  Keep in mind the components of the water cycle – some water may be stored in a water reservoir, some water may evaporate, some water may infiltrate the soil, and some water may be absorbed by the root systems of plants and transpire back into the atmosphere. There are many directions and detours for water as it moves through the global water cycle. One of the reasons watersheds are important to scientists and everyday citizens is that watersheds affect the quality and amount of flow through a stream or river at a given point. Extensive agricultural development throughout the Mississippi River watershed, for example, has led to problems with its water quality. Urban areas are especially committed to protecting and restoring area watersheds to ensure a healthy environment and a clean supply of drinking water for residents. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, more than $450 billion in foods, fiber, manufactured goods and tourism depend on clean, healthy watersheds. So to summarize, watersheds are important because the surface water features and stormwater runoff within a watershed ultimately drain to other bodies of water. It is essential to consider these downstream impacts when developing and implementing water quality protection and restoration actions. Everything upstream ends up downstream. (This audio file was recorded by Laura Guertin on July 26, 2015) Supporting images for podcast [caption caption='Photo taken at the North American Continental Divide in Rocky Mountain National Park, CO (photo by L. Guertin)' align='center'][/caption] [caption caption='Major continental divides, showing drainage into the major oceans and seas of the world (from Wikimedia Commons' align='center'][/caption] In the PAESTA Classroom Mapping Watersheds - where does the water go (in what direction and how does it move)? If you have any follow-up questions about this podcast, please contact the podcast author Laura Guertin (gueritn@psu.edu) https://www.paesta.psu.edu/podcast/paesta-podcast-series-episode-4-what-watershed

On Thursday May 28th, 2015 the Hermetic Hour with host Poke Runyon will have as its special guest Frater Julian of the Benjamin Franklin Encampment who is an expert in Pennsylvania folklore relating to witchcraft and magick. We will be discussing his paper on the mysterious Roman family in the colonial Quaker community, Johannes Kelpius "The Wizard of Wissahickon," and his Cave of Kelpius, and Apocalyptic prophecy in the 1690s. The Epherata Rosicrucian Cloister, then moving up toward modern times with Dutch pow-wow, hexcraft, the curious case of the Hexencat and its capture. The York County 1920s Hex murder case. So if you want to catch up on your American occult and witchcraft heritage be sure to tune in for Weird Pennsylvania on the air.  

aired August 1st, 2014 The “Wissahickon Park” Episode: Musical Guests: Neal Phillips & Sam Rossitto > A few minutes with Ed Feldman - “Fairmount Park” rant > Billy Penn and Chief Teedyuscung speak > Jim encounters mountain bikers, runners, & fishermen > Jim visits the cave of the hermit Kelpius and his band, "The Dittoheads" > Neal & Sam do “Big Rock Candy Mountain” parody Meet: > “The Wissahickon Freak!” > a deer > the Duck of Peace > a worried man > Party at Downturn Abbey > Neal & Sam do “Downton Abbey” parody > Open mic: The Freak sings! > Neal & Sam do “Miss the Wissahickon”

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The 1,800 acres of Wissahickon Valley Park are part of Philadelphia's 10,500-acre park system, one of the largest urban park systems in the world. The mission of the Friends of the Wissahickon is to preserve the natural beauty and wildness of the Wissahickon Valley and stimulate public interest therein. This week Friends of the Wissahickon Executive Director, Maura McCarthy talks about the Park's resources. For more information about Friends of Wissahickon, you can visit their website at http://www.fow.org/ The Northwest Soapbox is a platform for the people of Northwest Philadelphia to offer commentary, share news or make a call for action. Each week a different person speaks to issues affecting our community. Want to get on the soapbox? Contact us at: soapbox@gtownradio.com.