Our Delaware Valley Podcast

Ivan Henderson, VP of Programming discussed The African American Museum in Philadelphia, founded in 1976, the first institution built by a major U.S. city to preserve, interpret and exhibit the heritage and culture of African Americans.  The museum is located at 701 Arch Street Philadelphia,  for more information about visiting, attending online programming or taking a virtual tour, go to aampmuseum.org

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Dr. Kirk Garratt, Medical Director of ChristianaCare’s Center for Heart and Vascular Health and the John H. Ammon Chair of Cardiology at ChristianaCare, discussed heart disease and his concerns that we are not seeking the care we need in gear of the COVID 19 virus quarantine.  For information about heart health and ChristianaCare’s community programming go to ChristianaCares.org

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Rick Solofsky, financial advisor with Solofsky Financial Group and author, 'Medicare Decoded: Shocking Facts to Help You Save Money and Get the Most From Medicare,' discussed what he calls, the Medicare Minefield, explaining the different sections, the filing requirements and coverage each offers.  He pointed out some of the minefields, missing your enrollment window, failing to sign up for gap coverage, that can cost you your savings and your children's anticipated inheritance!  Learn more at solofskyfg.com

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Dr. David Paul, Chair for Pediatrics at the new Center for Womens and Childrens Health at ChristianaCare, discussed the facility, designed for high risk pregnancies and premature births.  He discussed the ‘Couplet’ rooms to allow for mother and baby to stay together after birth, even if the child requires NICU services.  He described the electronic signage for quicker information with each unit and the added facilities for respite and siblings visitation.   We also discussed the programming offered by ChristianaCare for mothers and babies in the effort to reduce premature birth and other complications, noting that ChristianaCare  is a regional center for high-risk pregnancies.   Also, a discussion the future of medical care post COVID.

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Najja Orr, President and CEO of the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging, discussed the federally mandated agency, one of 54 in the state of Pennsylvania, and one of hundreds of Corporation for Aging agencies,  coordinating services that help older residents live as independently as possible.  He discussed the issues facing the elderly, housing, lack of social interaction and access to care.  He described the pathways to care they offer at PCA, safe and secure housing, including heat, safety features and repairs; health and well-being such as nutrition, access to medical care; and social care including legal aid and protection from elder abuse.  We talked about the increased burdens of the COVID crisis, interrupting social services and community interaction obtained through senior centers, loss of food services and isolation.  Director Orr told us about ‘new meal services they are offering, direct delivery and Grab & Go meals they can collect themselves.   He also discussed the eventual reopening of centers and the return of the Senior Farmers Market Voucher program.  There is a Corporation for Aging for every county, you can find it through PCAcares.

For more information, PCAcares.org or call their helpline at 215-765-9040

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Sherri Hope Culver, Associate Professor at the Klein College of Media and Communication in the Department of Media Studies and Production at Temple University

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Author and pyschologist Todd Pressman discussed his new book, Deconstructing Anxiety and how to vanquish the five core fears holding you back.  ToddPressman.com

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Communications Manager Mark Nardone discussed Winterthur, the one of the country’s best loved and respected house museum and gardens, and its vital programming in American artisan work, decorative art and restoration.   We discussed its land and gardens and its work in preserving the fauna,  birds and wildlife and its water programs. For virtual tours and more information go to Winterthur.org

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Jen Yuenling, 6th generation Yuengling brewer andVP of Operations, discussed her family’s business,  from its founding in 1829 by German immigrant David, through the wars, the Depressions and Prohibition when the third generation produced 3% beer and ice cream.   America’s oldest continuing brewery, Jen spoke of her family’s commitment to the craft over the generations, noting that her three sisters are also working at the company.  She also discussed Pink Boots, a program they support to encourage women to enter the field.   She described its expansion over the years, from its origins in Pottsville, to regional favorite and now national recognition with fan merchandise and facilities in Florida and she described the beer business to us, from the brewery, through bottling and distribution, the consumers through stores and their favorite bars, taverns and restaurants.  We talked about the iconic Lager, and new brands, including Flight, just being introduced.  We then talked about their Pandemic recovery efforts, keeping the brewery rolling through bottles instead of kegs, pledging $150,000 in support to HARP – the Hospitality Assistance Response Program, and now, the creation of CheersPA with Brand Ambassador Aaron Nola.  Make a donation to the cause by June 19th – 100% going to HARP, and you can win items signed by the Phillies All-Star pitcher, a chance to meet him, dinner with Larry Bowa, Carson Wence autographed items, and much more.  For more information and to make a donation go to Yuengling.com/CheersPA

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Deborah Brown, American Lung Association Chief Mission Officer brought the results of the just released State of the Air report, an annual 'report card' on air quality. 

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