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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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The Spark Weekly: The Importance of HBCU's and Boots...

The Spark ·

2024/07/08

On this week's edition of The Spark Weekly, we speak about the importance of HBCU's and the Veterans holistic health clinic Boots To Health.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Boots to Health, working to improve veterans overall...

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2024/07/05

A nonprofit organization is working to improve the lives of veterans. The Boots to Health Foundation offers life coaching, fitness, training, and nutrition coaching to veterans at no cost. Logan Spiewak is the co-founder and Executive Director of Boots for Health Foundation. Spiewak, a proud Marine Corps Veteran, struggled significantly when he was discharged from the military.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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21:24

Shapiro Administration seeks public input for...

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2024/07/05

The Shapiro Administration sought out the public’s feedback for the proposed 2025 Statewide Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP). The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation also invited the public to comment on the draft. PennDOT’s Executive Deputy Secretary Larry Shifflet says the draft consists of projects like infrastructure, and projects that connects PA residents to opportunities and services that support the Shapiro Administration’s vision of a safe and reliable transportation

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26:58

2nd Annual Fringe Festival Returns

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2024/07/05

The Fringe Fest is an arts festival that takes place across the City of Harrisburg connecting artists, venues, and audiences in a spirit celebration. Co-producers Chris Gibson and Brianna Dow stopped by The Spark to tell us the importance of the festival.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:06

Does Pennsylvania need to prepare for a drought?

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2024/07/05

Meteorologist Dan Tomaso from ABC 27 WHTM joined The Spark to update us on the upcoming weather. We are in another heatwave, and that could possibly impact Centra PA residents with a drought.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:10

New Museum - York County History Center

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2024/07/03

The York County History Center serves as a major cultural anchor and community space in downtown York. A former electricity-generating plant transformed York County 150 years ago. The history center will be opening a new museum this summer. Ron Hershner a longtime volunteer, and former board member of the York County History Center, and Joan Mummert the President and CEO of the center spoke with The Spark’s Asia Tabb about what the public can expect upon reopening. “It’s a unique way of looking at

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21:25

New book tells the pivotal role of HBCU’s

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2024/07/02

Meet Dr. Marybeth Gasman, the Samuel DeWitt Proctor Endowed Chair and a Distinguished University Professor at Rutgers University, and Dr. Levon T. Esters, the Dean of Graduate School and Vice Provost for graduate education at Penn State University. The co-authored HBCU: The Power of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, published by John Hopkins Press. In this program, Gasman and Esters discussed with us their book about the impact of HBCU’s. “A lot of great scholars and athletes and

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22:00

Lancaster Farm Sanctuary

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2024/07/02

The Lancaster Farm Sanctuary offers abused farm animals a second chance at life. The non-profit was founded in 2017 by Jonina Turzi and Sarah Salluzzo when it became obvious there was a need to save farm animals. “Although in some circumstances farm animals are protected from egregious abuse, there are a lot of loopholes where it’s like, if it’s common practice in animal agriculture, then there are exceptions. And so, we found that to be wrong in our perspective, morally wrong. And also,

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21:14

Men's Mental Health Month

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2024/07/01

According to Anxiety and Depression Association of America, one in ten men will experience depression or anxiety. The study also found less men will receive treatment. June was Men’s Mental Health Month. A month dedicated to breaking the stigmas associated with men and their mental health. UPMC Clinical Psychologist Dr. Rafat Omar calls it the silent killer. “It is an important topic. Talking about it is beneficial because it normalizes the idea of not only men struggling with mental health

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The Spark Weekly: Army vet helps others with PTSD and...

The Spark ·

2024/06/30

Ahead of the Fourth of July celebrations, The Spark on WITF had the opportunity of speaking with Sam Peterson, The Director of Veteran Programs for Altior Healthcare. For many veterans, fireworks and loud noises can be triggering for those dealing with Post Traumatic Stress Disorders. According to the F&M Global Barometers team, Pennsylvania received a “C” in human rights issues for the LGBTQ+ Community. Dr. Susan Dicklitch-Nelson, professor with Franklin & Marshall College, and Principal

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11:34

Essential summer pet safety tips

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2024/06/29

Extreme temperatures and loud booming sounds can have big impacts on our pets. Amanda Brunish, the Director of Marketing and Outreach for the Humane Society of Harrisburg joined The Spark on Friday to offer safety tips for pets during the summer months.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:29

Tornado Alley Moves East

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2024/06/28

Scientist is saying Tornado Alley is shifting from the Great Plains to the southern U.S., increasing risks to communities. According to AccuWeather, Tornado Alley is described as an area of the U.S. where there is a high potential for tornado development. Meteorologist Dan Tomaso from ABC 27 WHTM joined The Spark to update us on what that shift means for us in Pennsylvania.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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21:54

Insights into eating disorders

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2024/06/28

Usually the summer calls for cookouts, festivals and jubilees celebrating all the good times. But sometimes for those dealing with eating disorders, those gatherings can feel overwhelming. Behavioral health therapist Elizabeth Sabatino with the UPMC Center for Eating Disorders joins us to shed more light on this topic.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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20:54

F&M Global Barometers and LGBTQ safety

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2024/06/27

The Franklin & Marshall Global Barometer of Gay Rights (GBGR®), Global Barometer of Transgender Rights (GBTR™), and the Global Barometers' LGBTQI+ Perception Index (GBPI) provide a global measure of LGBTI human rights in 204 countries and regions. Dr. Susan Dicklitch-Nelson and Erin Hallenbeck join us to provide insights. Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Officials caution against drunk driving during the...

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2024/06/27

With the 4th of July holiday near, state officials are urging drivers to be safe on the road. PennDot's Fritzi Shreffler and Pennsylvania State Police Lieutenant Adam Reed join us to remind us about the awful realities of driving under the influence.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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21:25

Fireworks and PTSD

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2024/06/26

Fireworks can be a trauma reminder for those whose served in combat, went through a fire, explosion or gun violence. Sam Peterson is a mental health patient-turned program founder at Altior Healthcare. Sam has founded both out-patient and in-patient treatment programs for veterans and first responders to receive more and effect treatment for mental health.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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College Students and Professor reflect on COVID

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2024/06/26

The coronavirus pandemic not only changed everyday learning for high school students, but higher learning education expectations. Grace Halsey was a senior in high school when the COVID19 pandemic struck in 2020. Dr. Carrie Sipes is the Communications, Journalism, and Media Department head and professor at Shippensburg University. Piper Hull graduated from Shippensburg University in May of 2024.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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Tec Centro's Impact on Students looking for a fresh...

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2024/06/26

Tec Centro in Lancaster offers many workforce programs in Central Pennsylvania. It was founded in 2014 through the Spanish American Civic Association. Tec Centro also helps formally incarcerated individuals to reenter into the workforce. Reinaldo “Ray” Rivera is the Associate Director at Tec Centro. Frank Bailey completed the Electromechanical program offered at Tec Centro. Before attending the program, he spent 7.5 years in state prison, and wanted a fresh start. Bailey was convicted of illegal

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21:26

Shiremanstown Borough celebrates 150 years with three...

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2024/06/26

Shiremanstown in Cumberland County is about to celebrate the 150th anniversary of its founding. The borough's mayor, Tammie Dailey, joins us to talk about their celebration and some of the borough's history.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Journalist Roundtable: Election Coverage with Scott...

The Spark ·

2024/06/22

2024 is an election year and WITF is approaching this election differently. WITF’s Director of Journalism Scott Blanchard, and Special Projects Editor Tim Lambert, spoke with The Spark’s Asia Tabb about their commitment to transparent journalism, how they will cover the 2024 election, and the thinking behind their decision. Blanchard also spoke with Asia about The Purple Buck, WITF’s new, weekly journalism newsletter. The Purple Buck offers a platform to talk about the massive amounts of news we

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