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The Spark

When people come together and talk about really interesting topics, great questions spark better understanding and opportunities for new ideas to form. On The Spark from WITF, host Asia Tabb starts conversations about what’s happening in the world and at home. Share your ideas at https://witf.org/programs/the-spark.

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23:18

Living the Experience’ Brings Lancaster’s Underground...

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2025/07/18

For more than two decades, Living the Experience has invited audiences to take a powerful walk through history—right into the heart of Lancaster’s role in the Underground Railroad. What started as a church initiative has grown into an immersive reenactment that’s now drawing new attention under the direction of Ondra Haywood.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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21:48

What’s at Stake for WITF and Public Media as Senate...

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2025/07/17

A bill that could reshape the future of public media in the U.S. is one step closer to becoming law. Early Thursday morning, the U.S. Senate passed H.R. 4 – The Recessions Act of 2025, a measure that would completely eliminate federal funding for public media, including funding for WITF in Central Pennsylvania. Now, with the bill heading back to the House for a final vote—expected as soon as Friday—the potential consequences are looming large for stations across the country and for

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23:15

Shippensburg’s Storied Past: From Colonial Frontier...

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2025/07/17

As Pennsylvania towns go, few can rival the historical breadth and regional impact of Shippensburg. Founded in the early 1730s, Shippensburg began as a frontier settlement and grew into a critical transportation, military, and industrial hub. This week on The Spark, John Miller of the Shippensburg Historical Society joined host Asia Tabb to shed light on the borough’s deep historical roots and the people who helped shape it.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See

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23:50

Immigration Enforcement on Pennsylvania Farms Raises...

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2025/07/16

As federal immigration enforcement ramps up across the country, Pennsylvania’s farms are increasingly on edge—and experts say the ripple effects could impact everything from food prices to local economies.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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27:15

Immigration Enforcement on Pennsylvania Farms Raises...

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2025/07/16

As federal immigration enforcement ramps up across the country, Pennsylvania’s farms are increasingly on edge—and experts say the ripple effects could impact everything from food prices to local economies.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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28:40

"It's Never Too Late": Carla Fisher’s Award-Winning...

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2025/07/15

At age 60, Carla Fisher never expected to begin again. But after losing her husband, she pivoted from a long career in finance to become an award-winning fiber artist with her work exhibited in London, Italy, South Korea, and beyond. Her story isn’t just about art—it’s about courage, healing, and proving that transformation can begin at any stage of life.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:36

York County Astronomical Society Shares the Stars...

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2025/07/15

The York County Astronomical Society (YCAS) is helping residents of all ages and backgrounds discover the wonders of the night sky—whether through the lens of a telescope or simply with the naked eye.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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23:05

Beat the Heat: Summer Gardening Tips from Erica Jo

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2025/07/14

As Central Pennsylvania swelters under a July heat dome, many gardeners are left wondering how to care for their plants in extreme heat. Gardening expert and landscape designer Erica Jo joined The Spark to share essential tips for summer plant care, from watering techniques to fertilizing container gardens. One of her biggest takeaways: you still need to water your plants—especially the new ones.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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The Spark Weekly 07.13.2025: Dam Removals and The...

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2025/07/13

Coming up on the Spark Weekly: With thousands of dams scattered across its waterways, Pennsylvania has a complicated relationship with its aquatic infrastructure. But a growing number of those dams—especially small, aging, and obsolete ones—are being taken down. And for good reason. Also, on the program The Pennsylvania State Police’s Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement (BLCE) is responsible for far more than checking IDs at bars or inspecting bottles at restaurants. Officer

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23:09

Inside Bethlehem’s National Museum of Industrial History

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2025/07/12

The story of American industry is deeply woven into the steel beams, machine tools, and echoes of labor found inside the National Museum of Industrial History in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. On The Spark, host Asia Tabb spoke with museum curator Andria Zaia and historian Mike Piersa about the museum’s roots, its Smithsonian affiliation, and how it brings the legacy of industrial America to life.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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23:05

New Discoveries About Early Humans Offer Insight into...

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2025/07/11

On a recent episode of The Spark, Dr. Chrissy Senecal joined host Asia Tabb to uncover new and evolving discoveries about early humans—from our earliest ancestors in Africa to the impact of DNA inherited from long-extinct relatives like Neanderthals and Denisovans. The conversation explored groundbreaking insights into how humans evolved and what modern science is teaching us about our ancient past.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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22:26

Inside the Pennsylvania Science Olympiad

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2025/07/11

For students across the Keystone State, the Pennsylvania Science Olympiad offers more than just a test of knowledge—it’s a hands-on, high-energy academic experience that encourages critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity in science, technology, engineering, and math.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:50

Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts Promises...

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2025/07/10

The Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts is returning this summer with a vibrant and inclusive lineup that organizers say will reflect the region’s artistic spirit while drawing visitors from far and wide. Executive Director Pamela Snyder Etters says this year’s event is bigger, more diverse, and more accessible than ever before.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:05

Harrisburg Fringe Festival Celebrates Bold,...

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2025/07/10

Now in its third year, the Harrisburg Fringe Festival has quickly become a vibrant celebration of bold, experimental, and uncensored art that’s energizing the capital city’s creative community.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:08

PA Liquor Control Enforcement Officer Shares the...

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2025/07/09

The Pennsylvania State Police’s Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement (BLCE) is responsible for far more than checking IDs at bars or inspecting bottles at restaurants. Officer Kristyn Plowden, who works in the bureau’s Training and Recruitment Unit for the Central Section, joined The Spark to share the behind-the-scenes role BLCE officers play in promoting public safety across the Commonwealth.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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22:44

Art of the State Exhibition Celebrates 58 Years of...

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2025/07/09

Now in its 58th year, Art of the State continues to serve as a cornerstone of Pennsylvania’s rich and vibrant arts community. Hosted by the State Museum of Pennsylvania in cooperation with the Pennsylvania Heritage Foundation, this annual juried exhibition features an impressive range of work—painting, photography and digital media, crafts, sculpture, and works on paper—highlighting the diverse artistic voices from across the Commonwealth. This year’s exhibition includes 94

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Connecting Kids to the Farm: PA Dairy and Agriculture...

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2025/07/08

From the rich scent of homemade vanilla ice cream to the creak of wooden barn doors, farm life runs deep for Brittany Snyder and Charlene Espenshade—two Pennsylvania women working to make agriculture education more accessible for the next generation.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Why Pennsylvania Is Removing Its Dams—And How It’s...

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2025/07/08

With thousands of dams scattered across its waterways, Pennsylvania has a complicated relationship with its aquatic infrastructure. But a growing number of those dams—especially small, aging, and obsolete ones—are being taken down. And for good reason.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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UPMC Nurse Practitioner Aims to Break the Silence...

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2025/07/07

As more women seek answers about the physical and emotional changes that come with aging, UPMC Nurse Practitioner Melissa Laidacker is helping lead the conversation through a new podcast series dedicated to menopause and perimenopause.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Spark Weekly 7.6.2025: The Peyton Walker...

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2025/07/06

Coming up on this week's edition of The Spark Weekly. David Blankenhorn, a Harvard graduate and cofounder of Braver Angels, has stepped down after nine years as President of the nonprofit organization he helped launch in response to America’s growing political polarization. also, on the program. More than a decade after the loss of 19-year-old Peyton Walker to sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), the foundation created in her name is saving lives across Pennsylvania and beyond.Support WITF:

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