Dr. Walter Tsou is the former health commissioner of Philadelphia from 2000-2002, and advisor to Physicians for a National Health Program. He joined Amadee Braxton to discuss how a single-payer health care system could transform American healthcare.

This episode profiles William Still, a Philadelphia abolitionist known as the “Father of the Underground Railroad.” Born to formerly enslaved parents, Still rose from clerk to leader of the Vigilance Committee, helping freedom seekers and meticulously documenting their stories. His records reunited families—including his own—and later formed the basis of his landmark 1872 history of the Underground Railroad. Beyond abolition, Still’s legacy includes entrepreneurship, education, and a powerful example of Black family resilience and self-determination.

With New Year's Eve approaching, we'll talk with Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel about staying safe on a night when gunshots and drunk driving are far too common.

WHYY's Zoe Read joins the show. She talks to us about the 144,000 Pennsylvanians who could lose their SNAP benefits under newly passed legislation from the Trump administration.

As we wrap up our "Philly Gives" initiative, Martin Alfaro joins the show. He serves as the PR manager for Philly Gives and recaps our interview series.

The author of "All I see is Violence" Angie Elita Newell comes on to share her experiences that influenced her book.

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/204259476-all-i-see-is-violence

The owner of Vtox Intimate Health and Wellness Spa / BRWN Girl Wellness Studio, Nakea Murray talks about opening a safe space forblack and brown women to relax and take care of themselves safely.

www.Vtoxyourbox.com

www.Brwngrlwellness.com

www.Blkgrlspaclub.com

David A Miller with D.A.M. Good Bodies Elite Personal Training tells us a hown to start to live a healthier lifestyle by choosing preparedness andhealthier options. http://www.damgoodbodies.com/

For the final Evening WURDs with Dr. Peterson, President and CEO of WURD radio joins Dr. Peterson to reflect on 2025 and discuss the rollout of WURD's Freedom Journeys launching tomorrow — Thursday, January 1st.

Natalie Pompilio is an award winning journalist, who has worked on the staffs of The Philadelphia Inquirer, The Philadelphia Daily News and The New Orleans Times-Picayune.

She joined Dr. Peterson for the last Citizen WURD segment of 2025 to discuss her recent Philadelphia Citizen article entitled "Healing the Vicarious Trauma of Jury Duty".

Article link: https://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/jury-duty-post-trial-support/