WDIY 88.1 FM

A Closer Look

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The Lehigh Valley is home to over 800 locally focused nonprofits, one of the highest concentrations in the United States. What do they do, who do they benefit, and how are they helping the Lehigh Valley community? Laurie Hackett invites area nonprofit leaders for insightful conversations about their programs, how residents can get involved, and their impact on the region.

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WDIY 88.1 FM

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Business

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www.wdiy.org

Latest episode

Jun 22, 2026

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Episodes

"Finding Community in the Things You Love" with Jared Mast and Rachel Moyer | A Closer Look 22.06.2026

Laurie Hackett welcomes Jared Mast of the GEDP and Rachel Moyer of Turnstone Creative to talk about the successful collaboration taking place across the region.

Leading in Community with Maggie Reilly, Emery Oberholzer, and Dean Donaher | A Closer Look 25.05.2026

Laurie Hackett is joined by Maggie Reilly of City Center and Dr. Dean Donaher and Emery Oberholzer from Bethlehem Catholic High School to talk about giving back in their own communities.

The Power of Showing Up with Matt Tuerk and Jill Wheeler | A Closer Look 27.04.2026

Laurie Hackett welcomes Allentown Mayor Matt Tuerk and Jill Wheeler of the United Way to talk about what showing up for your community looks like in action.

Sharing a Collective Story with Kurt Landes, Karen Buck, and Teri Haddad | A Closer Look 23.03.2026

Laurie Hackett explores what it looks like to aim for new highs each year with the IronPigs' Kurt Landes and "What's So Cool About Manufacturing" organizers Karen Buck and Teri Haddad.

"I Get So Much More in Return" with Vicki Doule, Matthew Kennedy, and Jamie Connell | A Closer Look 23.02.2026

Laurie Hackett sits down with Vicki Doule and Matthew Kennedy, then with Jamie Connell, to talk about their and their companies' wide involvements in community.

"The Secret Sauce Is Our People" with David Ruth and Larry Corcoran | A Closer Look 26.01.2026

Laurie Hackett talks with David Ruth of Northampton Community College and Larry Corcoran of the Chamber's Veterans Affairs Council about their belief in the power of community.

Leaving No One Behind with Alison Pickel, Tony Iannelli, and Pat Witmer | A Closer Look 22.12.2025

Laurie Hackett is joined by Alison Pickel, Tony Iannelli, and Pat Witmer to talk about the wonderful work of the Lehigh Valley Chamber to support every community.

"It's Not I, But We" with Jeff Tkach and Darlene Pors | A Closer Look 24.11.2025

Laurie Hackett welcomes Jeff Tkach of Rodale Institute and Darlene Pors, the newest Philanthropist of the Year, to talk about their values in giving back.

"My Job Is to Help Them Succeed" with Scott Stevenson and Dianne Pagano Manges | A Closer Look 27.10.2025

Laurie Hackett sits down with Phoebe Ministries' Scott Stevenson and Truist Foundations and Endowments' Dianne Pagano Manges to talk about their dedication to community.

"Advocacy Requires Great Storytelling" with Megan van Ravenswaay, Yusuf Dahl, and Teri Haddad | A Closer Look 29.09.2025

Laurie Hackett talks with Megan van Ravenswaay of the Northampton County Historical and Genealogical Society and Yusuf Dahl and Teri Haddad to explore their Emmy award-winning documentary.

"Together We Win, Together We Fail" with Marta Boulos JeBran and Chip Hurd | A Closer Look 25.08.2025

Laurie Hackett talks with Marta Boulos JeBran of Crayola and Chip Hurd of the United Way about their faith in the Lehigh Valley community and their hopes for its future.

"Helping Can Mean Different Things" with Simon Moore and Jason King Jones | A Closer Look 28.07.2025

Laurie Hackett welcomes Simon Moore of the Allentown Parknership and Jason King Jones of the PA Shakespeare Festival to talk about how they're reaching out to the entire Lehigh Valley.

"We Are Barrier Breakers" with Judy Harris and Keith Lampman-Perlman | A Closer Look 30.06.2025

Laurie Hackett is joined by Judy Harris of Norris McLaughlin Law Firm and Keith Lampman-Perlman of ProJeCt of Easton to talk about their dedication to helping the community.

"We Are Connectors and Collaborators" with Chrissy Hixson and Ilene Wood | A Closer Look 26.05.2025

Laurie Hackett sits down with Chrissy Hixson of Capital Blue Cross and Ilene Wood, a longtime volunteer, to talk about finding ways to give back that feed your soul.

"It All Goes Back into Community" with Alison Pickel, Mark Reid, and Amy Saul | A Closer Look 28.04.2025

Laurie Hackett welcomes Alison Pickel of the LV Chamber and Mark Reid and Amy Saul of the Easton Urban Gardening Program to talk about their work in and with the community.

"If You Can Help, Help" with Chip Hurd and Tiffany Sondergaard | A Closer Look 24.03.2025

Laurie Hackett is joined by Chip Hurd of the United Way and Tiffany Sondergaard of ts Brand Elevation to talk about their journeys, inspirations, and love for the Valley.

"Caring Is the Greatest Gift" with Susan Drexinger and Candi Staurinos | A Closer Look 24.02.2025

Laurie Hackett talks with Susan Drexinger of Sincere Event Co. and Candi Staurinos of Zoellner Arts Center about the value of helping to build a community around you.

Finding the Human Thread with Teri Haddad and Jill Wheeler | A Closer Look 27.01.2025

Laurie Hackett welcomes Teri Haddad of eMediaworks and Jill Wheeler of City Center Group to talk about their passion for giving back to the community and their 'why.'

Sharing the Success with Chris Martin and Marci Lesko | A Closer Look 23.12.2024

Laurie Hackett welcomes Chris Martin of Martin Guitar and Marci Lesko of the United Way about their work with this year's United Way campaign, and in the community in general.

"Do It With a Smile" with Kimberly Hein and Jody Piagesi | A Closer Look 25.11.2024

Laurie Hackett sits down with Kimberly Hein of ArtsQuest and Jody Piagesi of the Chamber Foundation to talk about their for their roles as Lehigh Valley natives.

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