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3:36

How The City of Philadelphia Is Moving Forward from Pandemic Challenges

Derek Green, Councilmember At-large, City of Philadelphia, talks with host Tate Blanchard about recovering from the challenges of the pandemic, and about making critical capital investments that will provide job opportunities for citizens in the Commonwealth. Recorded at the 2021 Municipal Leadership Summit, a joint hybrid conference between the PA Municipal League and the PA State Assoc. of Township Commissioners. phlcouncil.com

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5:21

Volunteer Firefighters on the Decline in Central Pennsylvania

Nate Silcox, President, PA State Association of Township Commissioners (PSATC) talks with host Tate Blanchard about the struggle to recruit and retain volunteer firefighters in Central PA, and other issues in Hampden Township. Recorded at the 2021 Municipal Leadership Summit, a joint hybrid conference between the PA Municipal League and the PASTC. hampdentownship.us

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5:06

Speeding: There’s More To The Story In Butler Township

Police in Butler Township are not allowed to use radar. Guest Dave Zarnik, President, Butler Township Board of Commissioners talks with host Tate Blanchard about the reasons why, along with other township issues and the importance of collaborating with leaders. Recorded at the 2021 Municipal Leadership Summit, a joint hybrid conference between the PA Municipal League and the PA State Assoc. of Township Commissioners. butlertwp.org

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6:19

Protecting Coastal Wetlands

Coastal wetlands host some of the richest biodiversity on the planet, yet are among the most threatened ecosystems in the world.

Emily Owen, Manager of the Protecting Coastal Wetlands and Coral Reefs Program at The Pew Charitable Trusts, joins host Tetiana Anderson to explain the importance of coastal habitats — and an opportunity to protect and restore them.

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6:41

Direct Support Workforce Crisis

Businesses across all industries are experiencing worker shortages — including the healthcare and disability services industry that relies on direct service providers.

Peter Berns, CEO of The Arc, joins host Tetiana Anderson to outline the importance of critical care services and their impact on not only seniors and people with disabilities, but for all.

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7:34

What Are ‘Fentapills’? What Young People Need to Know

Counterfeit prescription pills — primarily fentanyl — continue to drive the death toll in America’s opioid epidemic.

Ed Ternan, President of the nonprofit charity Song for Charlie, joins host Tetiana Anderson to share his family’s story — and how their personal experience sparked an educational campaign targeted at teens and young adults.

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6:25

A Path for Diversity on America’s Corporate Boards

In 1905, Alonzo Franklin Herndon — who was formerly enslaved — founded what would become the Atlanta Life Insurance Company.

Roosevelt Giles, Founder of the Herndon Directors Institute, joins host Tetiana Anderson to share how today, Herndon’s legacy serves as an inspiration to many — and how it’s helping to shape efforts to increase diversity on America’s corporate boards.

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5:37

Closing the digital divide in underserved communities

According to Pew Research, 90% say the internet has been essential or important for them personally during the coronavirus outbreak. Zachary Rowe, Executive Director of Friends of Parkside, discusses how they are helping to close the digital divide to residents in Detroit.

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5:45

Reducing unconscious bias and addressing social determinants

The social determinants of health are the non-medical factors that influence health outcomes. Where individuals live, learn, work, and age, along with socioeconomic status and race, all have a tremendous influence on their health. How are things changing in health care when looking at social determinants? Ewa Matuszewski, CEO of MedNetOne Health Solutions, joins host Laurel Hess to discuss the importance of reducing unconscious bias and addressing social determinants.

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8:03

New Jersey is the First State in the Nation to Impose a Permanent Ban on Fl...

New Jersey State Assemblywoman Carol Murphy discusses the state’s ban on flavored vape products and how she hopes it will impact usage among young people. November 19, 2021.

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5:47

Free Tax Preparation Services for Low-Income Families

Joe Cuozzo, Director of Development for Bucks County Opportunity Council, discusses their free tax preparation services and how they benefit low-income families. Recorded November 19, 2021.

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6:07

New Jersey Businesses Continue to Navigate their Way through the Pandemic

Michele Siekerka, President and CEO of the New Jersey Business and Industry Association, discusses how New Jersey’s economy is faring as we continue to navigate our way through the pandemic as well as the programs her organization offers to assist businesses. Recorded November 19, 2021.

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6:26

Recreational and Residential Developments in Belleville

Mayor Michael Melham of the Township of Belleville discusses what a major municipal project means for local athletics, new residential development coming to the municipality, and efforts designed to increase community pride. Recorded November 19, 2021.

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6:28

Mentoring and Service-Based Programs for Veterans Children and Families of ...

Rob Bender, Director of Advancement for the Travis Manion Foundation, discusses giving veterans the opportunity to serve while inspiring others at the same time. Recorded November 19, 2021.

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6:01

Warning Signs of Domestic Violence and Why its so Hard to Leave Abusers

"We know that 30 percent of survivors who leave become homeless immediately after leaving". Casa Myrna CEO, Stephanie Brown, shares about supporting the needs of Domestic Violence Survivors from housing to rent to jobs to children's services.

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5:29

Boston Public School Students Identifying Issues and Solving Them

One Bead provides more than 240 Boston Public School children with lessons in empathy, humility, self-expression and community through its exceptional entrepreneurial enrichment program. Founder, Sara Wroblewski, talks transforming ideas into action.

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