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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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150 years later, there are still unknowns surrounding...

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2024/03/13

With St. Patrick’s Day coming up on Sunday, you’ll be hearing a lot of stories about the Irish and many will be celebrating their Irish heritage.One of the most infamous periods in American history, and certainly here in Pennsylvania, involved the Molly Maguires. The Molly Maguires were a secret organization of Irish coal miners in the anthracite coal region of Pennsylvania in the late 1800s. Assassinations and violence grew throughout the area because of poor working conditions in the mines and

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22:33

Jessica Lopez discusses her new found freedom

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2024/03/13

Jessica Lopez, who spent the last 10 months incarcerated for her involvement in violent protests in downtown Lancaster following the fatal police shooting of Ricardo Munoz on September 2020, has emerged from prison to reclaim her place in society. The protests erupted as a response to Munoz's death and were part of a broader movement for equality that had been brewing in Lancaster city and county. Munoz, diagnosed with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, was shot by police after allegedly charging

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21:20

Poultry passes dairy in Pennsylvania ag production

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2024/03/12

Agriculture is one of Pennsylvania’s top industries, contributing more than $132 billion to the state’s economy and employing 593,000 people. The state produces $10 billion in agricultural products and recently passed a historic milestone – as of 2022, Pennsylvania poultry has surpassed dairy as the number one ag product in the state. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, poultry now accounts for $2.6 billion dollars in Pennsylvania compared to dairy’s $2.5 billion dollars.Philip

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21:19

Latin Grass? What is it? Artist Joe Tropp explains

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2024/03/12

Larry Bellorín, a Llanera music legend from Monagas, Venezuela, and Joe Troop, a GRAMMY-nominated bluegrass artist from North Carolina, along with special guests Vinegar Creek Constituency, are set to perform at CWS Lancaster on Friday, March 15, from 5:30 PM to 10:30 PM at West Art. Larry, an asylum seeker in North Carolina, and Joe, stranded in his home state due to the pandemic after a decade in South America, have joined forces. Larry, forced into exile, worked construction while Joe, known for

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21:16

There's a shortage of high school sports officials --...

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2024/03/11

Friday night football games in the fall are a Pennsylvania tradition but more games are being scheduled on Thursday nights or Saturday afternoons because there aren’t enough officials. For high school football, seven officials on the field are what’s ideal, but many times five are calling the games.There’s a shortage of referees or officials in other sports too like lacrosse, soccer and field hockey. On The Spark Monday was Patrick Gebhart, Assistant Executive Director of Pennsylvania

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The Spark Weekly 3.10.24: Kira St. Clair, Olliette...

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2024/03/10

On today's special episode of The Spark Weekly, Marquis Lupton speaks with Kira St. Clair, who lost her brother in a tragic fire, Olliette Murry-Drobot about the murder of her father, and Grief Specialist Deborah Gonzalez about how people can live with tragic loss, and the and the effects it can have on the body.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Update on SOAL

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2024/03/09

In Harrisburg, the historic Lincoln Cemetery on South 30th Street is facing potential intentional damage, as two fallen trees have damaged headstones, according to the preservation group Saving Our Ancestors Legacy (SOAL). The group is seeking assistance to address the situation, emphasizing the cemetery's vulnerable history of vandalism. SOAL, currently assessing the extent of the harm, reveals that the cemetery gate was left wide open, contributing to concerns about intentional

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US 2.0 with Shankar Vedantam

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2024/03/09

NPR's Hidden Brain's host Shankar Vedantam delves into the intricacies of his latest podcast series, US 2.0, challenging the prevailing narrative of a deeply divided America. Vedantam emphasizes that, contrary to popular belief, Americans share more common ground in their political views than it may appear. The insightful discussion explores the nuances of unity amidst perceived polarization, shedding light on the untold stories that bridge political divides.US 2.0, as Vedantam elucidates, aims to

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12:14

WITF's Music Joe Ulrich breakdowns how he started...

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2024/03/08

WITF's music director, Joe Ulrich, takes center stage as he continues to shine a spotlight on regional musical talents through his engaging episodes. As the mastermind behind the WITF Music program, Ulrich provides a platform for local artists to showcase their skills and perform their top hits. If you haven't yet tuned in to WITF Music, you're missing out on a treasure trove of exceptional music and insightful interviews. Joe Ulrich's episodes are a curated blend of diverse musical acts, offering

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21:46

Vegan Soul Food...Yes, it's a thing!

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2024/03/08

Harrisburg Vegan Chef, Chef Marilyn Christian has carved a distinctive niche in the culinary world with her soulful cuisine, marked by an unparalleled infusion of love and devotion in every delectable bite. In an exclusive interview, Chef Christian shed light on her culinary journey, a path guided by an unwavering passion for the art of cooking, and her Nana. What sets Chef Marilyn Christian's soul food apart from the rest is its entirely vegan nature. In a culinary landscape often dominated by

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21:15

Animal cruelty and violence toward humans run...

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2024/03/07

Animal abuse is widely recognized as both a risk factor for and a potential consequence of interpersonal violence. In children, especially, factors such as dysfunctional families, antisocial personality, physical, psychological, or intimate abuse, and frequent exposure to domestic aggression or animal abuse have been confirmed as factors that can predispose young people to perform acts of animal cruelty. That’s according to the National Institutes of Health. The FBI has recognized the connection

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22:10

"A Walking Miracle" Samette George's remarkable story...

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2024/03/07

Sammette George, a self-described "walking, talking, testifying miracle," recounts her remarkable healthcare journey spanning six months, which sheds light on her extraordinary resilience and unwavering faith. It all began with a seemingly innocuous cough after a flight delay in Florida, prompting Sammette's visit to the emergency department where pneumonia was diagnosed. However, her persistent cough led to the discovery of a lung mass, swiftly followed by a devastating stage IV lung cancer

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21:39

Why are Americans still angry about inflation?

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2024/03/06

Almost every poll across the country indicates that the number one issue on Americans’ minds is the economy. Break it down even more and the answer is most often inflation. Inflation has leveled off at about 3%, but that means prices are 3% higher than this time last year. Heather Long, Washington Post Editorial Board member, columnist, former U.S. economics correspondent and Deputy Editor at the Patriot-News in Harrisburg writes that consumers don’t seem to think that way. Long wrote in a recent

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22:07

Doula vs. Midwife: Certified Doula Rae Johnson-Bundy...

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2024/03/06

In a captivating exploration of the ancient Greek concept of "doula's," today on The Spark we featured Rae Johnson-Bundy, the owner of DoulaRight Thing. Originating from Greece, the term "doula" initially referred to a female worker. However, its modern evolution has transformed it into a designation for women who provide crucial support to others, particularly during childbirth. A doula's role extends beyond the delivery room, encompassing continuous physical, emotional, and informational support

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21:20

Where does Pennsylvania stand on marijuana legalization?

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2024/03/05

In his budget address last month, Governor Josh Shapiro called for the legalization of marijuana for recreational purposes. The latest Franklin and Marshall College poll found that almost two-thirds of Pennsylvania voters who were surveyed support marijuana for adult use being legal. Support is a trend that has been growing over the past decade. Several Republicans in key positions in the General Assembly have changed their positions and now favor legalization. Twenty-four states have legalized

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21:25

Women in Welding

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2024/03/05

March being officially declared Women’s History Month by presidential proclamation, is a time dedicated to honoring the significant contributions of women throughout American history. Originally conceived as a local celebration in Santa Rosa, California, Women’s History Week was first observed in 1978, coinciding with International Women’s Day on March 8th. Over the years, this observance has evolved into a nationwide recognition of the achievements and struggles of women in various fields. On The

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21:05

What emotional responses do Pennsylvania have to...

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2024/03/04

We live in a politically polarized country. Depending on where Americans stand on issues, people on the other side are often viewed as the enemy and sometimes in visceral terms. Those feelings can be driven by emotions. The two leading contenders for president – incumbent President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump certainly evoke emotions. Almost every day there’s a poll that shows which candidate voters support, or less frequently, support for or opposition to specific issues. But what

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The Spark Weekly 3.3.2024: Chair of Fair Districts PA...

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2024/03/03

On this week's program... The government reform group Fair Districts PA describes Pennsylvania's state legislature as dysfunctional and unproductive. Best-selling author Harry Maclean talks about his new book Starkweather- The untold Story of the Killing Spree That Changed America.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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41:58

Getting real about grief and sudden loss

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2024/03/01

In a recent exploration of the profound and challenging experience of grief, on today's the focus was on sudden loss. Described by John's Hopkins Medicine as an unexpected and abrupt death, often resulting from incidents like fatal accidents or heart attacks, sudden loss leaves survivors grappling with unresolved issues, pain, and a myriad of emotions, including anger, guilt, and profound sorrow. On The Spark we featured Olliette Murry-Drobot, who shared her poignant story of losing her father to

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21:35

Book chronicles 1958 killing spree that may have...

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2024/02/29

It seems that there’s a mass shooting in America every few weeks. Stories of killing sprees or serial killers are commonplace on TV and in movies and books today.But, it wasn’t always that way. There had to be a first and a time when multiple murders were new to a broad audience. Best-selling author Harry MacLean points to a gruesome series of murders in Nebraska and Wyoming in January, 1958 as that point. Nineteen-year-old Charles Starkweather, accompanied by his 14-year-old girlfriend, Caril Ann

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