Special Edition

Special Edition for June 23 and 24, 2018 Ira Mehlman, Media Director of Federation for Immigration Reform,  Author and psychologist  Dr. Warren Farrell  “The Boy Crisis” discusses his book about raising boys in 2018.  Pauline Makowski , organizer of the BreathDeep walk to raise money and awareness for lung cancer research through the longevity.org foundation.

Special Edition with Sue Henry A discussion why Pennsylvania leads the nation in school strikes with Nate Benefield of The Commonwealth Foundation. The thoughts of Sylvie Beljanski of The Beljanski Foundation about alternative treatments for cancer outlined in her new book, “Winning the War on Cancer: The Epic Journey Toward a Natural Cure.” An interview with biologist Nicola Temple about the tech...

A discussion about prison safety with the father of slain Senior Officer Eric Williams of Nanticoke, and others who are part of the race that honors his memory on May 12 at Luzerne County Community College. Also, an interview with Elizabeth Brassell, director of the Communications Office of the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board regarding their campaign tailored for parents to talk to their young c...

Special Edition with WILK's Sue Henry.  Information about how the Rock Steady Boxing Program in Old Forge and Allied Services are spreading the word about Parkinson’s Disease treatment; details of the upcoming Opioid Fact Forum set for April 19 at the Pittston Memorial Library and a discussion with Anthony Davenport, author of “Your Score: An Insider’s Guide to Understanding, Controlling and Prote...

Special Edition with Sue Henry  April 7 and 8:  An interview with the screenwriters Andrew Logan and Taylor Allen of the film, “Chappaquiddick;”a discussion of the HBO production “Paterno,” with Harrisburg Patriot reporter John Luciew, whose book, “Hear No Evil,” was the basis for the movie and coverage of an event held by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. ?

Special Edition with WILK's Sue Henry, March 31 and April 1: An interview with Georgetta Potoski, first cousin of Mary Jo Kopechne and her son, William Nelson, regarding Mary Jo’s death in 1969 in a car driven by Massachusetts Sen. Ted Kennedy. The events are the subject of an upcoming movie, “Chappaquiddick.” Also, a discussion with inspirational speaker Iyanla Vanzant, host of the television sho...

March 24 and 25: A discussion with Dr Warren Farrell about the importance of father figures in the lives of boys and his book, “The Boy Crisis: Why Our Boys Are Struggling and What We Can Do About It;” an interview with Stanford University Professor Jeffrey Pfeffer about his book, “Dying for a Paycheck: How Modern Management Harms Employee Health and Company Performance _ And What You Can Do About...

Special Edition with Sue Henry March 17 and 18: Information on the upcoming “CASUAL Day,” hosted by the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute to foster a discussion about testing for colon cancer; an interview with Angela Little of the Pennsylvania Family Support Alliance about their efforts to educate the public about child abuse through their Front Porch Project and a discussion with Max Eden, sen...

Special Edition with Sue Henry March 10 and 11: A discussion with U.S. Sen. Pat Toomey about legislation he’s sponsoring in response to the Parkland School Shooting in Florida; an interview with Baroness Juliane Von Schmeling, who uses mediation to resolve conflicts with corporations and believes it could be applicable in resolving conflicts in schools and the thoughts of Joseph Califano Jr., a fo...

Special Edition with Sue Henry March 3 and 4: An interview with principles from the Keystone Mission in Scranton and Wilkes-Barre, serving the homeless and those living in poverty in our region; a debate between Pennsylvania Auditor General Eugene DePasquale and U.S. candidate for congress Joe Peters on the merits of legalizing recreational marijuana.

Special Edition with Sue Henry February 24 and 25: The thoughts of lawmakers and advocates from Pennsylvania about what can be done regarding gun violence and school shootings; an interview with Scranton psychologist Dr. Lauren Hazzouri about an event meant to raise self esteem in young women and a discussion with Amy Cuddy, who has a highly viewed Ted Talk and is the author of Presence: Bringing...

February 17 and 18: An interview with travel author and television personality Rick Steves with advice on going abroad without fear; a discussion with psychologist Dr. Daniel Siegel, author of “The Yes Brain: How to Cultivate Courage, Curiosity and Resilience in Your Child,” and a talk with psychotherapist and co-founder of the High Conflict Institute Bill Eddy about his book, “Five Types of Peopl...

Special Edition with Sue Henry February 10 and 11: Pennsylvania U.S. Sen. Pat Toomey talks about tax cuts, the Russia investigation and the possibility of some companies offering innovative health care plans for their employees;  an interview with the iconic champion of novelty records, Dr. Demento and suggestions on how you can take betting tips to the boardroom with professional poker player and...

Special Edition Sue Henry February 3 and 4: Reaction from U.S. Congressman Lou Barletta and Corporal Seth Kelly of the Pennsylvania State Police, who attended the State of the Union speech;  an update on fiscal matters involving the Scranton School District, the Pa. Lottery and the revenue potential of recreational cannabis from Pennsylvania Auditor General Eugene DePasquale; and details of some c...

Special Edition with WILK's Sue Henry  January 20 and 21: Insight into the community service projects of the Leadership Wilkes-Barre class of 2018; an interview with John Hersker of Flashback Cinema regarding a movie series regarding the 80th anniversary of the F.M. Kirby Center and an interview with Dr. Ruth about her book, "Stay or Go: Dr. Ruth's Rules for Relationships." 

January 13 and 14: A discussion with Gary Tennis, former Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs regarding the state's opioid addiction crisis; coverage of the Boy Scouts of America's "Merit Badge College" in Wilkes-Barre and an interview with Sara Zaske about her book, "Achtung Baby," looking at the way Germans raise their children.

Special Edition with WILK's Sue Henry January 6 and 7: An interview with Pennsylvania State Rep. Aaron Kaufer about welfare reform legislation he's introduced; a discussion with author Gregory Wrightstone about his book, "Inconvenient Facts," which questions global warming and predictions from mentalist Kreskin about 2018.

December 30 and 31: Review of 2017 with a recap of the inauguration of President Trump; an interview with Ben Bradlee Jr., who is writing a book about the election with Luzerne County residents as the subjects and an interview with former WNEP TV anchor, producer and reporter, Marisa Burke.  

December 23 and 24: An interview with U.S. Congressman Lou Barletta about tax cut legislation; acting Pennsylvania Insurance Commissioner Jessica Altman discusses money saving tips for seniors on their automobile insurance and an interview with abuse prevention specialist Nancy Martin with ideas on how women can avoid harassment situations.

December 16 and 17: An interview with Charles Brandt, author of “I Hear You Paint Houses” about Russell Buffalino, an NEPA mafia figure thought responsible for the hit on Jimmy Hoffa; holiday lending hints from Katrina Boyer of the Department of Banking and Securities about predatory holiday lending and an interview with IRA Mehlman, of the Federation of American Immigration Reform.

December 9 and 10: A discussion with local principals of a CBD oil distributorship on the benefits of cannabinoid oils; a talk with Dr. Edward Scahill, who signed a letter of support for the Trump tax cuts and an interview with Tina Brown, author of “The Vanity Fair Diaries.”

November 25 and 26: An interview with Scranton psychologist Lauren Hazzouri about an empowerment event in Scranton on Dec. 1; a discussion with U.S. Sen. Pat Toomey about tax cut legislation and a discussion with National Review contributor Dr. Victor Davis Hansen regarding international affairs.  

November 18 and 19: Highlights from former presidential candidate Hillary Clinton’s remarks at a health symposium at Geisinger in Danville; a discussion with Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro about the ongoing opioid problem in Northeast Pennsylvania; an interview with Cara Drinan about her book on Juvenile Justice reform, “The War on Kids: How American Juvenile Justice Lost Its Way.”

December 2 and 3:  Coverage of the Family Service Association lecture on opioids featuring speaker Alexis Johnson; a discussion with NBC reporter Jeff Rossen about his book, “Rossen to the Rescue” and a talk with Chris Matthews about his book, “Bobby Kennedy: A Raging Spirit.”

November 11 and 12: A discussion with U.S. Sen. Bob Casey; an interview with Christopher Scalia, son of the late Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, about his new book, “Scalia Speaks: Reflections on Law, Faith and a Life Well Lived,” and hints on better eating with Dr. Aaron Carroll, author of “The Bad Food Bible: How and Why to Eat Sinfully.”