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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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50 STATES OF MURDER: An Atlas of American Crime; a...

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2025/10/09

In50 STATES OF MURDER: An Atlas of American Crime, true crime masterHarold Schechter, reveals lesser known, darkly fascinating cases that, taken together, form a unique criminal history of all 50 states in the US! Filled with hundreds of dark tales of murderous mayhem,50 STATES OF MURDERis a chilling work of storytelling and an authoritative survey of the United States’ homicidal history. Schechter explores each state’s most grizzly, gruesome, and notorious murders that have passed into

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International Saxophone Quartet Brings “Edge of the...

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2025/10/09

The internationally acclaimed saxophone quartet Ensemble du Bout du Monde — whose name translates to “the ensemble at the edge of the world” — will bring their genre-bending blend of classical, contemporary, and experimental music to Perry County on October 11.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:27

Pennsylvania’s Fall Foliage Season Is One of the...

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2025/10/08

Pennsylvania’s fall foliage season is officially underway, and according to the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), it’s shaping up to be one of the most colorful — and longest — in the country.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:37

Lebanon Valley College Jazz Orchestra Releases Second...

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2025/10/07

The Lebanon Valley College Jazz Orchestra (VJO) has released its second commercial album, Jungle Book, showcasing the talent and dedication of student musicians under the direction of Dr. Jeff Lovell and Dr. Justin Morrell. The album features four original compositions by Morrell and highlights guest performances from multi-Grammy-nominated trombonist Alan Ferber and New York-based saxophonist Hashem Assadullahi.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for

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21:57

DoorDash’s Project Dash Expands Food Access for...

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2025/10/06

DoorDash is helping transform food access in Pennsylvania through its community initiative, Project Dash. The program partners with organizations like Hunger Free Pennsylvania to deliver meals and essential items to those who need them most — particularly seniors with limited mobility or transportation options.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Spark Weekly 10.05.2025: Independent Courts and...

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2025/10/05

On October 6, as part of a partnership with the Dauphin County Bar Association, Keep Our Republic (KOR) will host a public forum titled“The Independent Court: What It Is and Why It Matters”at Widener Law School in Harrisburg. The panel will feature former United States Court of Appeals Judge Andre Davis, former District of New Jersey Federal District Court Judge Robert Kugler, and President Judge Emerita Bonnie Leadbetter of the Commonwealth Court. Together, they will discuss why

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22:13

Braver Angels Monthly Conversation Explores the...

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2025/10/04

On this month’s Braver Angels segment on The Spark, the focus was on a principle often discussed but not always fully understood: free speech. Host Asia Tabb was joined by Wilt Wilkinson, host of the conservative podcast Derate the Hate and national Braver Angels leader, and Ron Chadwell, a retired Pennsylvania attorney and local Braver Angels organizer.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:39

Journalist Roundtable: Counties Consider Borrowing...

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2025/10/03

As Pennsylvania enters its fourth month without a state budget, at least six counties are exploring lines of credit to cover essential services, according to Spotlight PA reporters Katie Meyer and Stephen Caruso.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:04

Harrisburg Book Festival Returns October 15–19

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2025/10/03

The Harrisburg Book Festival is back this year, running October 15–19, bringing together authors, readers, and literary enthusiasts from across the region. The festival promises panels, book signings, and special presentations that highlight a wide range of genres and creative voices.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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21:43

Students Ride Historic Steam Train to School in...

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2025/10/02

For more than a century, the East Broad Top Railroad has been a lifeline for central Pennsylvania. Built in the 1870s, it is the oldest surviving narrow-gauge railroad east of the Mississippi — and it still runs on its original track and steam locomotives.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:36

Judges Stress Importance of Judicial Independence...

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2025/10/02

On October 6, as part of a partnership with the Dauphin County Bar Association, Keep Our Republic (KOR) will host a public forum titled “The Independent Court: What It Is and Why It Matters” at Widener Law School in Harrisburg. The panel will feature former United States Court of Appeals Judge Andre Davis, former District of New Jersey Federal District Court Judge Robert Kugler, and President Judge Emerita Bonnie Leadbetter of the Commonwealth Court. Together, they will discuss why

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22:21

Greensky Bluegrass Dobroist Anders Beck on 25 Years...

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2025/10/01

Anders Beck, the dobroist for acclaimed bluegrass-americana band Greensky Bluegrass, recently shared the story of how he stumbled into the instrument that would define his career. “I was a guitar player, getting into bluegrass, and realized flat-picking guitar just wasn’t my thing,” Beck said. “Then I found the dobro—played with a slide, lots of sustain—and I just fell in love. I played six hours a day.” Beck also reflected on the band’s longevity as

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22:20

Creative Works of Lancaster Brings “Dead Inside” to Life

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2025/10/01

Theatergoers in Lancaster are in for a unique experience this October as Creative Works of Lancaster presents the world premiere of Dead Inside, a new play by local playwright Gwen Tulin. Known for its innovative approach to performance, Creative Works specializes in nomadic theater, bringing productions to unconventional spaces around the city.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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21:35

Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery: A Taste of History in...

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2025/09/30

Visitors to Lititz may find themselves twisting their own pretzel while stepping back in time at the Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery, America’s oldest commercial pretzel bakery. Founded in 1861, the bakery’s origins are said to be a happy accident.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Shining a Light on Student Mental Health During...

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2025/09/30

As schools across Pennsylvania welcome students back to classrooms, mental health experts are using Suicide Awareness Month to highlight a growing concern: youth suicide and the importance of supporting students’ social-emotional well-being.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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From Slapstick to Stoogeabilia: Inside the World’s...

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2025/09/29

For fans of classic comedy, the Three Stooges have long been a source of laughter, from their slapstick antics to their timeless humor. In Ambler, Pennsylvania, one man has turned that love into a museum experience unlike any other. Gary Lassin, founder and executive director of theStoogeum, has curated the world’s only museum dedicated entirely to the Three Stooges.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Spark Weekly 9.28.2025: Family’s Story Highlights...

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2025/09/28

Pancreatic cancer is among the deadliest forms of cancer, and Pennsylvania has one of the nation’s highest rates. For families like the Crosbys of Cumberland County, the disease has left a lasting mark — one they hope can spark more awareness, early detection, and support. The beginning of the school year is an exciting time, but many children will fall behind academically, developmentally and socially because of undetected vision issues. That is the concern of the Pennsylvania

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WPSU Faces Difficult Decisions After Loss of Support

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2025/09/27

For decades, WPSU has been a trusted public radio and television station for central and northern Pennsylvania. But now, the NPR and PBS affiliate based at Penn State University is facing a wind-down plan that would close its doors by June 30, 2026—a decision that has left staff and community members shocked.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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21:58

Undetected Vision Problems Can Affect Learning: One...

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2025/09/26

As students head back to school this fall, many families are celebrating new beginnings—but for some children, undiagnosed vision problems can create hidden barriers to learning, development, and social growth. That is the concern behind the Pennsylvania Children’s Vision Bill, which calls for mandatory eye exams at key educational milestones. For Laura Koenig of Pennsylvania, the issue hit close to home. Her son, Nathan, struggled with reading from the time he entered kindergarten

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21:46

Historic Sheepford Road Bridge to Be Preserved After...

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2025/09/26

The Sheepford Road Bridge, a 19th-century engineering landmark connecting York and Cumberland Counties, is set for restoration after years of community advocacy and preservation efforts. Built in 1887 by the Phoenix Bridge Company, the bridge features innovative Phoenix Columns, a wrought-iron construction technique that also supported projects like the New York City subway, Independence Hall, and the Washington Monument.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener

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