Bridging Philly

Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the economy of cannabis. Patrick Duff, co-owner of Philadelphia Temple of Hemp and Cannabis, Desiree Ivey of Women Grow, Jordan Harris, Pennsylvania State Rep and Tauhid Chappell, a medical marijuana patient and secretary of Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists walk through the flames of this issue. Also, Abu Edwards, national spokeperson for Smart Approcahes to Marijuana makes an cameo.

The Flashpoint newsmaker of the week is the Barbara "Babs" Siperstein, a transgender activist who helped pass the Siperstein law in New Jersey. Commedienne and transgender activist Julie Scotti speaks about her friend and provides insight on Siperstein's life and legacy.

Our changemaker of the week is No More Secrets, Mind Body Spirit, a non-profit working to reduce the stigma around "Period Poverty." Founder Lynette Medley is the guest.

This week on Flashpoint: Host and KYW Community Affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the aftermath of the college admissions scandal. Farah Jimenez, CEO of Philadelphia Education Fund joins Rodney Muhammad, President of the Philadelphia NAACP, Kimberly Lewis Outreach and Engagement Director at Philadelphia Futures and Ester Flavia, a first generation college student who is a junior at Lafayette College.

The Flashpoint newsmaker of the week is the Blanche Carney, the first woman ever to serve as commissioner of Philadelphia Prisons Department.

Our changemaker of the week is Vision 2020, a national coalition wants to ensure that equality for women exists across America. Executive Director Alison Nolan and Communications Director Kathleen McFadden are guests on show.

Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am. 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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This week on Flashpoint: Host and KYW Community Affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the aftermath of the college admissions scandal. Farah Jimenez, CEO of Philadelphia Education Fund joins Rodney Muhammad, President of the Philadelphia NAACP, Kimberly Lewis Outreach and Engagement Director at Philadelphia Futures and Ester Flavia, a first generation college student who is a junior at Lafayette College.

The Flashpoint newsmaker of the week is the Blanche Carney, the first woman ever to serve as commissioner of Philadelphia Prisons Department.

Our changemaker of the week is Vision 2020, a national coalition wants to ensure that equality for women exists across America. Executive Director Alison Nolan and Communications Director Kathleen McFadden are guests on show.

Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am. Subscribe to the Flashpoint Podcast on the Apple Podcast, Radio.com or others apps where you get your podcast by searching "Flashpoint KYW."

Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the age of consent. University of Pennsylvania professor and CEO of "Child USA" Marci Hamilton joins attorney Ryan Hyde who has represented individuals accused of sex crimes, as well as LaQuisha Anthony, a sexual violence survivor who is founder of "A Survivor's Voice".

The Flashpoint newsmaker of the week is the Honorable Blondell Reynolds Brown. Brown discusses her legacy, why she will not seek a 6th term and tells the world who she is hoping will be her successor.

Our changemaker of the week is "Trades for a Difference". Executive Director Jordan Ferrarini speaks about his vision for the non-profit.

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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Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the age of consent. University of Pennsylvania professor and CEO of "Child USA" Marci Hamilton joins attorney Ryan Hyde who has represented individuals accused of sex crimes, as well as LaQuisha Anthony, a sexual violence survivor who is founder of "A Survivor's Voice".

The Flashpoint newsmaker of the week is the Honorable Blondell Reynolds Brown. Brown discusses her legacy, why she will not seek a 6th term and tells the world who she is hoping will be her successor.

Our changemaker of the week is "Trades for a Difference". Executive Director Jordan Ferrarini speaks about his vision for the non-profit.

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."

The 190th legislative district in West Philadelphia now has a new leader- and she'll be breaking barriers. Movita Johnson-Harrell will be sworn into the Pennsylvania House last this month and is believed to be the Commonwealth's first Muslim women to serve. KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter and Flashpoint host Cherri Gregg sat down with Johnson-Harrell to discuss her agenda.

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The 190th legislative district in West Philadelphia now has a new leader- and she'll be breaking barriers. Movita Johnson-Harrell will be sworn into the Pennsylvania House last this month and is believed to be the Commonwealth's first Muslim women to serve. KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter and Flashpoint host Cherri Gregg sat down with Johnson-Harrell to discuss her agenda.

Host and KYW Newsrdio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the anti-vaxx movement fueled hoax and conspiracy theories rampant on the Internet helped to spread misinformation about vaccines. Dr. Paul Offit, Director of the Vaccine Education Center at CHOP joins Dr. Tracy Cassels, Director Evolutionary Parenting and Dittymae Jankaukas, the Gloucester County Public Health Nursing Director is a lively discussion of this important hot topic.

The Flashpoint newsmaker of the week is the Cheyney University, the nation's oldest historically Black institution of higher learning. President Aaron Walton announced that the school will finally have a balanced budget by June 30th. He lays out the final leg of the plan.

Our changemaker of the week is Please Touch Museum. CEO Trish Wellenbach provides discusses exhibition titled, "America to Zanzibar: Muslim Cultures Near and Far."

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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Host and KYW Newsrdio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the anti-vaxx movement fueled hoax and conspiracy theories rampant on the Internet helped to spread misinformation about vaccines. Dr. Paul Offit, Director of the Vaccine Education Center at CHOP joins Dr. Tracy Cassels, Director Evolutionary Parenting and Dittymae Jankaukas, the Gloucester County Public Health Nursing Director is a lively discussion of this important hot topic.

The Flashpoint newsmaker of the week is the Cheyney University, the nation's oldest historically Black institution of higher learning. President Aaron Walton announced that the school will finally have a balanced budget by June 30th. He lays out the final leg of the plan.

Our changemaker of the week is Please Touch Museum. CEO Trish Wellenbach provides discusses exhibition titled, "America to Zanzibar: Muslim Cultures Near and Far."

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."

Host and KYW Newsradio community Affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the abortion rights. Neal Devins, a professor at William and Mary Law School, Yashira "Yaya" Marie Rivera, a reproductive justice and healthcare advocate and Christine Flowers, an attorney and conservative columnist and talk show host walk through the flames on this hot topic.

The Flashpoint newsmaker of the week is the Philadelphia Reign, the city's first professional women's basketball team in 20 years Tamika A. Milburn, Owner and CEO of Playmakers Basketball Royalties and Jimmelle Melvin, Chief Marketing Officer discuss their community-based strategy and upcoming try-outs.

Our changemaker of the week is Women Against Abuse. Katie Young-Wildes, Senior Communications Specialist with Women's Against Abuse, provides details on new measures to help male victims.

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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