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Linn Washington Jr., is a Professor of Journalism at Temple, where he is a co-founder of the award-winning Multimedia Urban Reporting Lab. In addition to his Temple degrees, Washington holds a law degree from Yale University. Linn joins the show to talk about the Supreme Court, which has allowed President Trump to restart deportations to countries that migrants have no connection to.

Allen Kukovich is a former Pennsylvania legislator. He spent nearly three decades in the Pennsylvania House and Senate. During his career, Allen worked on issues that directly affected families - from Pennsylvania’s Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) and prescription assistance for older residents to protections for domestic violence survivors, disability independence, food assistance and...

Lara Downes is an American pianist who was recently honored as Classical Woman of the Year by NPR’s Performance Today. She will be featured in a musical performance at Rowan University in their Marie Rader Series, a season that complements the nationwide commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary through a range of programs for multi-generational audiences. In this series, Lara will be featured...

Mary Evelyn Torres is the Executive Director of Action Wellness, an organization committed to providing life-sustaining services to persons with HIV or at high risk of acquiring HIV and their families. Action Wellness is embarking on its 40th anniversary. On October 3rd, Action Wellness will be hosting its 3rd annual Gay Bingo Night. This event serves as a moment for Action Wellness to reflect on...

Kristina Haye is the Senior Manager of Museum Events at the Please Touch Museum, a museum whose mission is to “Change a child’s life as they discover the power of learning through play.” She joins the show to talk about the Please Touch Museum celebrating its 50th anniversary and the programming the mysuem has for its anniversary. The Please Touch Museum is approaching its 50th birthday in October...

The Twin Sister Docs join the show. They talk to us about the dangers of raw milk, the health impacts of marijuana and the risks posed by prescription medications.

The Twin Sister Docs join the show. They talk to us about the dangers of raw milk, the health impacts of marijuana and the risks posed by prescription medications.

Senator Sharif Street joins the show. He talks to us about his recent hearing on decriminalizing adult cannabis use. Pennsylvania will legalize adult-use marijuana if Democrats flip 3 state Senate seats in November

Angelique Hinton is the Executive Director of PA Youth Vote. LaTrista Webb is the Founder and CEO of The Elevation Project. They joined Dr. Peterson to discuss getting young adults registered in time for November's midterm election, and the unique challenges faced by young people impacted by the justice system.

Rel Dowdell is a screenwriter, director, producer and film studies educator whose critically acclaimed feature films include "Train Ride", "Changing the Game", and the documentary "Where's Daddy?" He joined Dr. Peterson to discuss how it feels to be honored with being on the October Gallery Museum's "Black Philly Top 250" list.

Margaret Cooney is the Senior Campaign Manager of Story Telling for Energy and Environmental Campaigns at the Center for American Progress. She joined Dr. Peterson for this week's Center for American Progress segment to discuss the Trump Administration's cuts to FEMA and the National Weather Service, and her recent analysis entitled - "How Trump's Cuts to FEMA and NWS are Leaving Communities Defen...

Alisa Shargorodsky is the e-Executive Director of the local nonprofit ECHO Systems. Suzette Munley is from Beyond Plastics, a movement to end plastic pollution. They joined Dr. Peterson to discuss their work in environmental justice and the Starbucks greenwashing campaign.

Today marks 1000 days in office for Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker. She joins the show to talk about the challenges facing Philadelphia and the future of our city.

Dr. Jessica McClintock is a licensed psychologist with more than 15 years of experience. Dr. McClintock’s experience spans hospital settings, community mental health, behavioral health technology, and private practice. Her clinical work includes anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, maternal mental health, chronic pain, and co-occurring medical and mental-health concerns. She hold...

Christin Kinman works with Allegion Services Group, a global security products and solutions provider with a portfolio of brands serving homes, businesses, schools and institutions. Christin helps schools, parishes, and community organizations turn safety concerns into practical solutions. Christin is one of the organizers for the Education to Action School Security Summit. Presented by Allegion,...

Jeff Coby is a former professional basketball player who is the publisher of the book, “The Cure”, a book that offers a family-supported exploration of the life and teachings of Dr. Sebi. Born Alfredo Bowman, was a Honduran herbalist and self-taught practitioner who promoted a plant-based, alkaline-focused approach to health. Saama Bowman is the daughter of Dr. Sebi, who passed away in 2016. The C...

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Flora Cardoni is the Deputy Director of PennEnvironment Research & Policy Center, about new research on energy efficiency standards in Pennsylvania. She discussed how more efficient appliances and equipment could reduce electricity, gas and water use, lower utility bills, cut pollution and potentially provide savings for households and businesses across Philadelphia.

Alisa Shargorodsky is the Director of ECHO Systems. She joins the show to talk about Philadelphia’s growing conversation around single-use plastics, recycling, and reusable packaging. She discussed a September 29 demonstration outside Starbucks, concerns raised about plastic cups marketed as “widely recyclable,” and what reducing waste could look like for Philadelphia residents, businesses, and wo...

The Rev. Alisa Lasater Wailoo serves as the senior pastor at the First United Methodist Church of Germantown (FUMCOG) in Philadelphia and Sen. Art Haywood, who represents the fourth senatorial district. They join the show to talk about Lawmakers and Faith Leaders, who demand ICE accountability outside of the Philadelphia field office

US Senator Cory Booker joins the show. He talks to us about the state of America, the fallout from the Iran war, and what needs to be done next as we move towards the midterm elections.

Councilman Ronald DeAbreu serves as a Councilman in Lawnside, NJ. He joined Dr. Peterson to discuss the Lawnside Fire Department Centennial Celebration happening September 26 - 27 in Lawnside, NJ.

Evening WURDs launching a new segment called Joyful Reading partnered with Book Trust, which explores what it takes to nurture joyful, motivated readers. For this first segment of Joyful Reading, Evening WURDs host Dr. James Peterson is joined by Alli Lee and Alicia Mole. Alli Lee is the Vice President of Programming at Book Trust, who leads national work to put joyful reading at the center of Pre...

Chantay Love is the Co-Founder and President of EMIR Healing Center, where their dedicated team upholds the mission to provide services and support to family members and friends who have been affected by homicide because Every Murder Is Real! She joined Dr. Peterson to discuss EMIR’s Philadelphia Day Of Hope Saturday, September 26, which will be a space for healing, remembrance, joy, connection an...