Philadelphia Community Podcast

Counting down to the AACR Philadelphia Marathon weekend Friday, November 18th - Sunday, November 20th. There's the marathon, half marathon and the 8 k which I'm running with the AACR Runners for Research team on Saturday Nov. 19th. Happy to say that people are still contributing to my race. My goal was a thousand dollars but I'm up to $1225.00 - so thank you! The money is going to the American Ass...

Counting down to the AACR Philadelphia Marathon weekend Friday, November 18th - Sunday, November 20th. There's the marathon, half marathon and the 8 k which I'm running with the AACR Runners for Research team on Saturday Nov. 19th. Happy to say that people are still contributing to my race. My goal was a thousand dollars but I'm up to $1225.00 - so thank you! The money is going to the American Ass...

Vanesse speaks with author Derrick Barnes who is a National Book Award Finalist for his 2022 graphic novel Victory. Stand!-Raising My Fist For Justice. He is also the author of the critically acclaimed, multi-award-winning picture book Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut which received a Newbery Honor, a Coretta Scott King Author Honor, the Ezra Jack Keats New Writer Award, and the Kirkus Prize for You...

We’re less than a month away from the 2022 AACR Philadelphia Marathon. During the weekend of November 19-20 there will be marathon, half marathon and 8k - which is what I'm running. I pledged to raise a thousand dollars for the American Association for Cancer Research the oldest and largest cancer research foundation funding scientists making the big breakthroughs in cancer cures. I'm happy to say...

We’re less than a month away from the 2022 AACR Philadelphia Marathon. During the weekend of November 19-20 there will be marathon, half marathon and 8k - which is what I'm running. I pledged to raise a thousand dollars for the American Association for Cancer Research the oldest and largest cancer research foundation funding scientists making the big breakthroughs in cancer cures. I'm happy to say...

After my dad retired from 36 years in the army - he became the head of security for the National Gallery of Art in DC. During the summer of my teenage years, I would wander the galleries. My love of art started there. That's why I was especially interested in talking with the Pennsylvania Academy of the arts which has a new exhibit called Making American Artists. embracing stories about women arti...

Before we get started - a quick update on my training for the AACR Philadelphia Marathon Weekend where I'll be running the 8k. A little set back - I have a cold and I feel crappy so that ruled out running for the past few days but I'm taking my vitamin c, getting rest and will be back training for the event November 19-20th to benefit the American Association for Cancer Research. Join me or donate...

Before we get started - a quick update on my training for the AACR Philadelphia Marathon Weekend where I'll be running the 8k. A little set back - I have a cold and I feel crappy so that ruled out running for the past few days but I'm taking my vitamin c, getting rest and will be back training for the event November 19-20th to benefit the American Association for Cancer Research. Join me or donate...

Between the pandemic and rising inflation, paying for utilities can be a challenge. The good news is that there are programs to help. I speak to Patricia King PECO Manager, Community Engagement who fills us in on assistance programs that can help meet every customer’s circumstances. www.peco.com/help

I've been keeping you up to date on my training for the AACR Philadelphia Marathon weekend when I'll be doing the 8k to benefit the oldest and largest cancer research foundation in the world. Thanks to you we've already raised nearly a quarter of a million dollars and 35 percent more have signed up for runners for research over last year. Join me in supporting this great organization supporting re...

I've been keeping you up to date on my training for the AACR Philadelphia Marathon weekend when I'll be doing the 8k to benefit the oldest and largest cancer research foundation in the world. Thanks to you we've already raised nearly a quarter of a million dollars and 35 percent more have signed up for runners for research over last year. Join me in supporting this great organization supporting re...

I’ll be speaking with Jane Golden, Executive Director of Mural Arts Philadelphia about Mural Arts Month. For more info: www.muralarts.org . Follow along on social media: @muralarts on Twitter and Instagram, @MuralArtsPhiladelphia on Facebook, and phillymuralarts on YouTube. It’s that time of year again when those that qualify have options for signing up for Medicare Advantage plans. Michael Sheeha...

The 2022 Philly High School Fair will take place in-person with nearly 100 public district, public charter, private and Catholic schools in attendance October 14-15. More than 100 high schools of all types (district, charter, private and parochial). With school representatives on hand to provide one-on-one support, answer questions, and help students apply on the spot, the fair makes the high scho...

The 2022 Philly High School Fair will take place in-person with nearly 100 public district, public charter, private and Catholic schools in attendance October 14-15. More than 100 high schools of all types (district, charter, private and parochial). With school representatives on hand to provide one-on-one support, answer questions, and help students apply on the spot, the fair makes the high scho...

I speak to Carolyn Sims-Nesmith, Founder and Artistic Director and Twana Thomas Bagayoko, General Manager of CSN Productions, LLC which provides performance arts training and a space for artistic and cultural happenings. They also talk about the upcoming Gospel Soul Series ll, October 16, 2022 at 3510 Scotts Lane, Studio 3015A, from 2-4 PM. https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=csn%20productions%2...

A Pennsylvania Legislative Panel working to find grounds for impeaching Philadelphia's District Attorney. The effort is a rare step and Experts say their chances of succeeding are slim to none, but it does speak to the widespread view that cities have become less safe. I speak with Krasner about the move and distinguishing facts from perceptions when it comes to crime in the city. First - as you p...

Floods are one of the most common hazards in the United States. I speak to Kia Evans-Watson, External Affairs Officer and member of the FEMA Region 3 Incident Management Assistance Team about how to become "weather ready." www.fema.gov A Pennsylvania Legislative Panel working to find grounds for impeaching Philadelphia's District Attorney. The effort is a rare step and Experts say their chances of...

Guest Host Vanesse Lloyd Sgambati speaks with award winning children's book illustrator Gordon C. James whose titles include Ode to the Fresh Cut, I am Every Good Thing and Just Like Jesse Owens. https://www.gordoncjames.com/ Jamar Nicholas is an award-winning, Philadelphia-based artist and educator and author of Leon the Extraordinary is this month's "What is Philadelphia Reading." https://jamarn...

An update on the AACR Philadelphia Marathon Weekend November 19-20th. I'm in week 3 of training for the 8 k. I'm excited to support the American Association for Cancer Research the first and largest cancer research organization. I know that 88 cents out of every dollar goes to an organization responsible for funding some of the biggest breakthroughs in cancer research. to find out how you can help...

Before we get started - an update on the AACR Philadelphia Marathon Weekend November 19-20th. I'm in week 3 of training for the 8 k. I'm excited to support the American Association for Cancer Research the first and largest cancer research organization. I know that 88 cents out of every dollar goes to an organization responsible for funding some of the biggest breakthroughs in cancer research. to f...

There are an estimated 30,000 people living with HIV in the Greater Philadelphia Region. Treatments are available but what if you can't afford rent or other basic needs make it harder take lifesaving medications? Gay Bingo is a fun way to support the work the AIDS Fund, which provides micro grants to take care of the things that get in the way of treatment. I speak to Robb Reichard, Executive Dire...

You won't want to miss the PA Conference for Women. It’s in person October 6th and online October 7th. If you want to be inspired, uplifted, nurtured both personally and professionally there's no better place to be. As part of our special series spotlighting Women Leaders sponsored by the PA Conference for Women - I speak to from Bristol Myers Squibb's Catherine Owen, Senior Vice President and Gen...

Children’s Scholarship Fund Philadelphia (CSFP) is once again offering new K-8th grade scholarships to Philly students but this year there are more scholarships available than ever before, and big changes are ahead for the organization. I speak to Keisha Jordan, Executive Director of Children’s Scholarship Fund Philadelphia and Lawanda Fowler Parent Ambassador. Website: www.csfphiladelphia.org Fac...

We're talking education this morning because I believe a quality education opens a world of opportunity, possibility and life sustaining careers. First update - I'm on week two of training for the AACR Philadelphia Marathon Weekend. I'm running the 8k and why? because the American Association for Cancer research is responsible for supporting some of the biggest breakthroughs in cancer treatment. I...

You won't want to miss the PA Conference for Women. It’s in person October 6th and online October 7th. If you want to be inspired, uplifted, nurtured both personally and professionally there's no better place to be. As part of our special series spotlighting Women Leaders sponsored by the PA Conference for Women - I speak to from Bristol Myers Squibb's Catherine Owen, Senior Vice President and Gen...