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Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the upcoming confirmation hearings for President Donald Trump's Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. The Yale and Yale Law educated jurist has strong ties to the Bush family and is seen as a staunch conservative. Democrats have threatened to stall his confirmation in light of recent indictments following the investigation into Russian interference into the 2016 Presidential Election. A power panel of experts digs into the politics behind the Kavanaugh nomination, lays out what will happen during the confirmation hearings and predicts what the outcome of the next court session will be with Kavanaugh on the bench. Panelists include Larry Ceisler of Ceisler Media & Issue Advocacy, Lisa Tucker, associate professor of law at Drexel University and Linda Dale Hoff, partner at Dilworth Paxson who served as counsel to the Senate Judiciary Committee for two years.

The Newsmaker of the week is Kenneth Thomas, founder of Level Dance Complex in Merchantville, New Jersey. When he received positive news about his son Kristian's cancer diagnosis he danced. The moment was caught on video and it went viral, sparking the interest of big names like Ciarra, Halle Berry and many more. Thomas and his family have raised thousands to help them get through the toughest battle of their lives. He discusses his philosophy on healing his son, who also has Down Syndrome and all the good will that has come because of it. To purchase #FightKristian apparel CLICK HERE

Finally, the Changemaker of the week is Mighty Writers, a non-profit that promotes literacy skills by teaching kids in underserved communities how to write with clarity. Founder and executive director Tim Whitaker talks about the organization and its inaugural Mighty Fest, which kicks off September 26th in Philadelphia. The four-day festival is designed to inspire kids by giving them the super power of writing. For more on the organization CLICK HERE

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."

 

SCOTUS confirmation hearings, dancing dad's viral video, Mighty Writing festival

 

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Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the upcoming confirmation hearings for President Donald Trump's Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. The Yale and Yale Law educated jurist has strong ties to the Bush family and is seen as a staunch conservative. Democrats have threatened to stall his confirmation in light of recent indictments following the investigation into Russian interference into the 2016 Presidential Election. A power panel of experts digs into the politics behind the Kavanaugh nomination, lays out what will happen during the confirmation hearings and predicts what the outcome of the next court session will be with Kavanaugh on the bench. Panelists include Larry Ceisler of Ceisler Media & Issue Advocacy, Lisa Tucker, associate professor of law at Drexel University and Linda Dale Hoff, partner at Dilworth Paxson who served as counsel to the Senate Judiciary Committee for two years.

The Newsmaker of the week is Kenneth Thomas, founder of Level Dance Complex in Merchantville, New Jersey. When he received positive news about his son Kristian's cancer diagnosis he danced. The moment was caught on video and it went viral, sparking the interest of big names like Ciarra, Halle Berry and many more. Thomas and his family have raised thousands to help them get through the toughest battle of their lives. He discusses his philosophy on healing his son, who also has Down Syndrome and all the good will that has come because of it. To purchase #FightKristian apparel CLICK HERE

Finally, the Changemaker of the week is Mighty Writers, a non-profit that promotes literacy skills by teaching kids in underserved communities how to write with clarity. Founder and executive director Tim Whitaker talks about the organization and its inaugural Mighty Fest, which kicks off September 26th in Philadelphia. The four-day festival is designed to inspire kids by giving them the super power of writing. For more on the organization CLICK HERE

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."

 

SCOTUS confirmation hearings, dancing dad's viral video, Mighty Writing festival

The legendary R&B band Earth, Wind and Fire will give a group of youth the opportunity of a lifetime on Sunday. KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter and Flashpoint host Cherri Gregg speaks with band member Philip Bailey Bailey about the philanthropic effort to provide support for kids who age out of foster care. Music Is Unity is the foundation he started in 2007.

 

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The legendary R&B band Earth, Wind and Fire will give a group of youth the opportunity of a lifetime on Sunday. KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter and Flashpoint host Cherri Gregg speaks with band member Philip Bailey Bailey about the philanthropic effort to provide support for kids who age out of foster care. Music Is Unity is the foundation he started in 2007.

Host and KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about intimate partners abuse following the recent murder suicide of beloved City Hall staffer Linda Rios Neuby. In America, half of all homicides of women were committed by an intimate partner. However, most of those relationships started out loving. So when does love become abuse? Jeannine Lisistski, executive director of Women Against Abuse joins Tony Lapp, Co-Director of Menergy and Bill Muth, a member of the Board of The Men's Resource Center who has participated in intervention programs. The panel takes a deep dive into the minds and understanding of those most likely to abuse and examine the culture that supports it. If you believe you are in danger while in an intimate relationship contact the Philadelphia Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-866-723-3014.

The Newsmaker of the week is Averill J. Davenport AKA General Rezzy. He was slated to perform in the "Stop the Violence Tour" but was shot during a drive by on August 8th. The 32 year old rapper, as well as 34-yera-old Neisha Cooper died in the incident, four others were injured. More than 800 have been injured and more than 140 have been killed in shootings in Philadelphia this year. Quality Promotions' Chris Jones and rapper Ronny Alright discuss the tour, which begins in Philadelphia the weekend of August 25 and is going regional at area colleges.

Finally, the Changemaker of the week is rising U-Penn freshman Morgan Bacon. The Masterman grad saw a problem in Philadelphia Schools-- the lack of fresh water- and went to city council and presented a solution. The future nurse was honored alongside 13 other youth with the Young Heroes Award at the Liberty Museum this month.

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 community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about intimate partners abuse following the recent murder suicide of beloved City Hall staffer Linda Rios Neuby. In America, half of all homicides of women were committed by an intimate partner. However, most of those relationships started out loving. So when does love become abuse? Jeannine Lisistski, executive director of Women Against Abuse joins Tony Lapp, Co-Director of Menergy and Bill Muth, a member of the Board of The Men's Resource Center who has participated in intervention programs. The panel takes a deep dive into the minds and understanding of those most likely to abuse and examine the culture that supports it. If you believe you are in danger while in an intimate relationship contact the Philadelphia Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-866-723-3014.

The Newsmaker of the week is Averill J. Davenport AKA General Rezzy. He was slated to perform in the "Stop the Violence Tour" but was shot during a drive by on August 8th. The 32 year old rapper, as well as 34-yera-old Neisha Cooper died in the incident, four others were injured. More than 800 have been injured and more than 140 have been killed in shootings in Philadelphia this year. Quality Promotions' Chris Jones and rapper Ronny Alright discuss the tour, which begins in Philadelphia the weekend of August 25 and is going regional at area colleges.

Finally, the Changemaker of the week is rising U-Penn freshman Morgan Bacon. The Masterman grad saw a problem in Philadelphia Schools-- the lack of fresh water- and went to city council and presented a solution. The future nurse was honored alongside 13 other youth with the Young Heroes Award at the Liberty Museum this month.

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."

Flashpoint Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the recent efforts to remove monuments, memorials and signage dedicated to individuals who were once revered but today are seen as "racist." The Newsmaker of the week is Shaurn Thomas, 44. Thomas walked out of prison on May 22, 2017 after 24 years behind bars for a murder he did not commit. He sits down in the Flashpoint exclusive to discuss both the joys and challenges of life after wrongful conviction. The Changemaker of the week is Evoluer House, a non-profit that empowers girls and young women of color. Celebrating its 15th anniversary, the organization is led by Cheryl Ann Wadlington, a fashion journalist and consultant who was named a White House Champion of Change by the Obama White House. Wadlington discusses the ways she and her team "groom girls" from the inside out.

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."

See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Flashpoint Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the recent efforts to remove monuments, memorials and signage dedicated to individuals who were once revered but today are seen as "racist." The Newsmaker of the week is Shaurn Thomas, 44. Thomas walked out of prison on May 22, 2017 after 24 years behind bars for a murder he did not commit. He sits down in the Flashpoint exclusive to discuss both the joys and challenges of life after wrongful conviction. The Changemaker of the week is Evoluer House, a non-profit that empowers girls and young women of color. Celebrating its 15th anniversary, the organization is led by Cheryl Ann Wadlington, a fashion journalist and consultant who was named a White House Champion of Change by the Obama White House. Wadlington discusses the ways she and her team "groom girls" from the inside out.

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."

Dozens of pedestrians have been hit over the past several years at the intersection of Roosevelt Blvd and Somerdale Avenue. On August 18th, the family of Markaylah Jackson, a 17-year-old girl killed at that busy intersection by a hit and run driver in 2016 is hoping to raise awareness about the danger. KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter and Flashpoint host Cherri Gregg spoke to Ophena Walker and Martia Walker founders of LIVE for Kay about the Rossevelt Blvd. Memorial Walk.

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Dozens of pedestrians have been hit over the past several years at the intersection of Roosevelt Blvd and Somerdale Avenue. On August 18th, the family of Markaylah Jackson, a 17-year-old girl killed at that busy intersection by a hit and run driver in 2016 is hoping to raise awareness about the danger. KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter and Flashpoint host Cherri Gregg spoke to Ophena Walker and Martia Walker founders of LIVE for Kay about the Rossevelt Blvd. Memorial Walk.