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Let's Talk
Let’s Talk is home to hard-hitting but necessary conversations, brought directly to listeners' ears. Let's talk about the tough topics that others shy away from. Let's talk about what's standing in the way of community progress. Let's talk about how we can be better neighbors and residents. Join host Dr. Hasshan Batts for a program that will leave you thinking.
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Episodes
"I'm Alive So I Better Do Something with It" with Johanne Moise | Let's Talk 09.07.2026 30:40
Dr. Hasshan Batts is joined by Johanne Moise, a gun violence survivor whose life mission since that tragic night is to support others experiencing the same violence.
"Look Where You Came From" with Tracy Fauntleroy | Let's Talk 11.06.2026 29:30
Dr. Hasshan Batts sits down with Tracy Fauntleroy, a man whose move to Allentown and mind reset released him from a mental prison he was stuck in.
"I Have a Voice and a Lot to Say" with Vaneese Gibbs | Let's Talk 14.05.2026 29:19
Dr. Hasshan Batts welcomes Vaneese Gibbs, a nonprofit founder who's finding a new voice and strength to serve the community she loves and show people compassion.
"A Regular Person Who's Been Through a Lot" with Joshua Holi | Let's Talk 12.02.2026 29:38
Dr. Hasshan Batts talks with mindset coach Joshua Holi about how prison changed his view of the world and himself, and his drive to be a good human being.
"Follow Your Sense of Direction" with Bless | Let's Talk 08.01.2026 29:31
Dr. Hasshan Batts is joined by Bless, a prison survivor who believes he can change people's minds about him with only a five minute conversation.
"If You Want Support, You Gotta Give It" with Terrence Reid | Let's Talk 11.12.2025 29:39
Dr. Hasshan Batts is joined by Terrence Reid to talk about his love for life, for helping people, for manhood, and for his family.
"My Story Is the Story of Many" with Shawn Bridges | Let's Talk 13.11.2025 30:21
Dr. Hasshan Batts talks with Shawn Bridges, a Reading native who's turning his experience on Death Row into a story of redemption and community.
"On a Journey for Freedom" with Jesse Roldan | Let's Talk 11.09.2025 29:35
Dr. Hasshan Batts welcomes Jesse Roldan, an entrepreneur, real estate agent, and prison survivor who believes in men supporting other men.
"We Must Unite as a People" with John McQuay | Let's Talk 14.08.2025 30:47
Dr. Hasshan Batts sits down with John McQuay to explore how his political view differs from many members of his community and where he feels his community is falling behind.
"It Starts at Home": A Conversation with Miriam Cruz | Let's Talk 12.06.2025 31:01
Dr. Hasshan Batts talks with Miriam Cruz about how growing up in a difficult family environment inspired her to show her daughter extra love.
"Walk This Life with Care" with Sharea Knight | Let's Talk 10.04.2025 30:55
Dr. Hasshan Batts welcomes Sharea Knight, and insurance agent whose goal is to educate her community about the importance of financial stability and life insurance.
"I'm Just a Mom": Finding Solutions with Yahaira Aviles | Let's Talk 13.03.2025 28:58
Dr. Hasshan Batts sits down with Yahaira Aviles, a mother to all and advocate who fights to make sure students receive the resources they deserve.
"I Can Walk So the Next One Can Run" with Yasin Williams | Let's Talk 13.02.2025 28:53
Dr. Hasshan Batts is joined by Yasin Williams to talk about his journey from childhood in a rough area of Allentown to working to improve that same community.
Seeking Your Own Liberation with Phyllis Alexander | Let's Talk 12.12.2024 28:59
Dr. Hasshan Batts talks with Phyllis Alexander, an elder who describes herself as a consultant to liberation, about how she became someone who wants to help her community heal.
"What I Do Matters": Realizing Your Impact with PA Bucks | Let's Talk 15.11.2024 29:47
Dr. Hasshan Batts welcomes PA Bucks, a local rapper and community leader, to talk about how he went from growing up in a shaky home to becoming a role model for kids in similar places.
"Everyone Is a Philosopher" with Wilfredo Melendez | Let's Talk 11.10.2024 30:56
Dr. Hasshan Batts talks with Wilfredo Melendez about his journey to studying philosophy and his love for wrestling with questions that don't always have answers.
A Deep Reflection on Life with Onaje Muid | Let's Talk 13.09.2024 30:12
Dr. Hasshan Batts sits down with Onaje Muid to share the importance of loving those around you, fighting for Black empowerment, and restoring the village.
Lifting As You Climb with Aisha Rilwanu and Florence Nabi | Let's Talk 09.08.2024 29:11
Dr. Hasshan Batts welcomes Aisha Rilwanu and Florence Nabi, two 2024 participants in the Mandela Washington Fellowship, which brings young leaders from Africa annually to the U.S.
"Nobody Handed Me Anything": Black Love, Leadership, and Authenticity with Kumari Ghafoor-Davis | Let's Talk 12.07.2024 30:25
Dr. Hasshan Batts talks with Kumari Ghafoor-Davis, a social worker, wife, and mother, about the importance of positive leadership, the damage of anti-Blackness, and the work of spreading love.
"I Didn't Birth Babies to Bury Them" with Kimberley Alexander | Let's Talk 14.06.2024 30:17
Dr. Hasshan Batts welcomes Kimberley Alexander, Executive Director of Moms of Black Boys United, to talk about the national organization's work and the fear Black moms feel for their sons every day.
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