Bridging Philly

Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the recent shootings that claimed at least a half dozen lives and left dozens injured. Bilal Qayyum of Father's Day Rally Committee joins Roz Pichardo of Operation Save Our City, David Harrington of YASP and Theron Pride, Director of the Office of Violence Prevention for the City of Philadelphia to discuss solutions.

The newsmaker of the week is Temple University professor aka "The Rappin' Professor" Dr. Aaron Smith, who just won big on Beat Shazam, a TV game show hosted by Jamie Foxx.

The changemaker of the week is the Welcoming the Stranger, a Bucks County non-profit that provides free services to immigrants and refugees in the region. Board Member and teacher Lois Heist is guest.

Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio.

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Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about climate change. Climate change attorney Robert B McKinstry joins Nicole Karsch of the Sunrise Movement, University of Pennsylvania Professor and Director of Kleinman Center for Energy Policy Dr. Mark Hughes and Philadelphia City Councilman At-Large Derek Green for this weekend's debate.

The newsmaker of the week is Terrance Lewis who was exonerated after spending 21 years behind bars for a 1996 robbery murder. His lawyers Kevin Harden and Shari Maynard also discuss.

The changemaker of the week is the Pennsylvania Juneteenth Festival and Parade, producer Sonni King is guest.

Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio.

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Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about climate change. Climate change attorney Robert B McKinstry joins Nicole Karsch of the Sunrise Movement, University of Pennsylvania Professor and Director of Kleinman Center for Energy Policy Dr. Mark Hughes and Philadelphia City Councilman At-Large Derek Green for this weekend's debate.

The newsmaker of the week is Terrance Lewis who was exonerated after spending 21 years behind bars for a 1996 robbery murder. His lawyers Kevin Harden and Shari Maynard also discuss.

The changemaker of the week is the Pennsylvania Juneteenth Festival and Parade, producer Sonni King is guest.

Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio.

This week on Flashpoint: Host and KYW Community Affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions Michael Froelich, an attorney with Community Legal Services joins Hilary Emerson, Chief Legal, Housing and Zoning Counsel with Councilmember Cherelle Parker and Bernard Wigg, a victim of house stealing. 

The newsmaker of the week is Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. John Fetterman, who just completed a 67 county listening tour focused on marijuana.

The changemaker of the week is the Gateway Horseworks, a Malvern based nonprofit that provides horse psychotherapy to the community.

Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30 p.m. and Sunday at 8:30 a.m. on KYW Newsradio.

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This week on Flashpoint: Host and KYW Community Affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions Michael Froelich, an attorney with Community Legal Services joins Hilary Emerson, Chief Legal, Housing and Zoning Counsel with Councilmember Cherelle Parker and Bernard Wigg, a victim of house stealing. 

The newsmaker of the week is Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. John Fetterman, who just completed a 67 county listening tour focused on marijuana.

The changemaker of the week is the Gateway Horseworks, a Malvern based nonprofit that provides horse psychotherapy to the community.

Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30 p.m. and Sunday at 8:30 a.m. on KYW Newsradio.

Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about Philadelphia's one party political system. Alison Perelman of Philadelphia 3.0 joins Mustafa Rashed, CEO of Bellevue Strategies and Terry Madonna, political pollster from Franklin and Marshall College for this hot discussion.

The newsmaker of the week is Adrianna Branin, a recent recipient of the Joe Biden Courage Award, which recognizes student heroes tackling sexual assault.

The changemaker of the week is the Philadelphia Ramadan and Eid Fund, which will host its inaugural Eid in the Park. Founder Salima Suswell discusses event.

Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio.

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Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about Philadelphia's one party political system. Alison Perelman of Philadelphia 3.0 joins Mustafa Rashed, CEO of Bellevue Strategies and Terry Madonna, political pollster from Franklin and Marshall College for this hot discussion.

The newsmaker of the week is Adrianna Branin, a recent recipient of the Joe Biden Courage Award, which recognizes student heroes tackling sexual assault.

The changemaker of the week is the Philadelphia Ramadan and Eid Fund, which will host its inaugural Eid in the Park. Founder Salima Suswell discusses event.

Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio.

Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions around the rising rate of suicide among youth. Sarah-Ashley Andrews, founder of Dare 2 Hope joins Dr. Dan Romer, a University of Pennsylvania professor who focuses on the connection between mental health and media and Science Leadership Academy freshmen Sasha Mannino and Iris Peron-Ames who tragically lost their friend to suicide in 2017 but are working to keep her legacy alive.

The newsmaker of the week is Luis Berrios, who was shot in the back during a robbery outside of his North Philadelphia home last November. He recently set out on a crusade for forgiveness

The changemaker of the week is the Animal Alliance, a New Jersey based non-profit that provides support to animals that have suffered abuse and neglect. Founder, Annie Trinkle, is the guest.

Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio.

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There has been a sharp spike in suicide rate among youth. KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter and Flashpoint host Cherri Gregg speaks to Dr. Zenida Heath, a mental health expert who digs into some of the reasons why and how parents can become more aware. If you know a young person who may be contemplating suicide, please call the Teen Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273-8255.

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Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the booming video gaming industry. Recently, the World Heath Organization classified "gaming disorder" as a bonafide mental health condition. Locally, stories of gamers who dropped out of school or allowed their lives to become consumed with video play have made headlines. But esports is a business that makes billions and sees double digit growth every year. Gaming is becoming a legitimate athletic sport, with devout players employing training regimens and earning big bucks every year with hundreds of thousands of followers. So where is the line between gaming fan and gaming fiends. John Fazio, CEO of N3rd Street Gamers joins Jordan Shaprio, a Temple University professor and author research into video affects on child and parents... doesn't say the "a" word, prefers unhealthy behaviors . Cam Adair -- founder of Game Quitters, has very emotional video game addiction story.

Our newsmaker of the week is Dr. Derrick Pitts, Chief Astronomer at Franklin Institute. Born and raised in the Nicetown section of North Philadelphia, Pitts grew up studying the stars and planets from his inner city bedroom. He since followed his hear becoming a nationally known astronomer. He recently made headlines when he was named Explorer of the Year. Follow Pitts on Twitter @CoolAstronomer.

The Temple Community Garden is our changemaker of the week.

Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio.

Subscribe to the Flashpoint Podcast on the Apple Podcast, Radio.com or others apps where you get your podcast by searching "Flashpoint KYW."

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