We’re joined by Keir Bradford‑Grey, one of the nation’s leading civil rights attorneys and a partner at Marrone Law. The former Chief Defender of the Defender Association of Philadelphia, Keir has spent her career fighting for justice and equity. In this powerful conversation, we explore the real‑world impact of Trump‑era policies and recent Supreme Court rulings on civil rights — from voting and policing to protest and free speech. What’s at stake, and how can we fight back? Keir breaks it all down.
Connect with Keir:
• Twitter: @KeirBGLaw
• LinkedIn: Keir Bradford‑Grey

Resources::
• ACLU Pennsylvania
• Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission

Despite a little rain, the Overbrook Night Market was back in full swing — celebrating five years of food, music, and community vibes! Held at 63rd & Lancaster Avenue, the event brought out hundreds of neighbors for an unforgettable night of live performances, family fun, and 30+ amazing food vendors. Presented by State Representative Morgan Cephas and Overbrook West Neighbors, the Night Market continues to uplift West Philly with local flavor and hometown pride.
 📲 Follow the hosts:

• State Rep. Morgan Cephas: @morgan_cephas | www.pahouse.com/Cephas
• Overbrook West Neighbors: @overbrook_west_neighbors | www.overbrookwestneighbors.org

🎙️ NRG’s 10th Annual Media Charity Flag Football Game
We kick things off with an on-site interview featuring Dan McCunney, Senior Manager of Communications at NRG, during their 10th Annual Media Charity Flag Football Game. The event supports some of the region’s most impactful nonprofits and highlights how NRG customers can give back through their utility bills or receive rewards like airline miles.
🔗 Learn more or choose to give at: www.picknrg.com/choose-to-give
🎙️ Sheriff Rochelle Bilal – Deputy Sheriff Recruitment Drive
We’re joined by Sheriff Rochelle Bilal, the first African American woman elected Sheriff in Philadelphia. She leads with a focus on transparency, reform, and building stronger community relationships. Sheriff Bilal discusses the Second Deputy Sheriff Recruitment Drive, in partnership with PA Representatives Anthony Bellmon, Darisha Parker, and Senator Sharif Street—an initiative to recruit diverse and qualified candidates to serve the city with integrity. 🗓 Event Details:
Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Sturgis Playground, 200 W 65th Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19126
🔗 More Info: www.phillysheriff.com
📱 Follow the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office:

• X: @philasheriff
• Instagram: @phillysheriff
• Facebook: facebook.com/philasheriff
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/phillysheriff

🎙️ Kelly Richards & Monique Moore Pryor – The Free Library’s Future
Our final guests are Kelly Richards, President & Director of the Free Library of Philadelphia, and Monique Moore Pryor, President of the Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation. They share how the Free Library is evolving as a civic hub—through inclusive programs like the Summer of Wonder, a citywide Strategic Planning Process, upcoming town halls, and surveys designed to engage every Philadelphia neighborhood in shaping the future of the library.
🔗 Get Involved:

• Library: www.freelibrary.org
• Foundation: www.freelibraryfoundation.org
  📱 Social Media:
• Instagram: @freelibrary
• Facebook: Free Library of Philadelphia

 

🎙️ Sheriff Rochelle Bilal Deputy Sheriff Recruitment Driv
Today we welcome Sheriff Rochelle Bilal, the first African American woman elected Sheriff in the City of Philadelphia. She leads the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office with a commitment to transparency, reform, and community engagement. Sheriff Bilal joins us to discuss the upcoming Second Deputy Sheriff Recruitment Drive, a partnership with PA Representatives Anthony Bellmon, Darisha Parker, and Senator Sharif Street. The goal: to attract diverse and qualified candidates ready to serve with professionalism and integrity.
🗓 Event Details:
Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Sturgis Playground, 200 W 65th Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19126 🔗 More Info: www.phillysheriff.com
📱 Follow:

• X: @philasheriff
• Instagram: @phillysheriff
• Facebook: facebook.com/philasheriff
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/phillysheriff

🎙️ Cheryl Ann Wadlington – The Evoluer House
We’re joined by Cheryl Ann Wadlington, founder and executive director of The Evoluer House, a nonprofit that has empowered over 2,000 girls of color through award-winning programs that build self-esteem, leadership, and career readiness. Cheryl is also a nationally recognized journalist, image activist, and mentor. The Evoluer House is now enrolling for its free Summer Youth Workforce Development Programs, open to girls ages 13–18.
 🔗 Learn more and register: www.evoluerhouse.org
📱 Follow: Instagram & Facebook @evoluerhouse

🎙️ Dr. Heather K. Beasley – Sista Strut 2025
We’re joined by Dr. Heather K. Beasley, a leading cancer researcher and MAGEC Fellow at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. As Chair of the AACR Associate Member Council, Dr. Beasley is advancing research on cancer disparities, particularly in underserved communities. This segment is part of our coverage of iHeartMedia Philadelphia’s Sista Strut 2025—a community walk to raise awareness about breast cancer in Black women, honor survivors, and support early detection. 🗓 Event Details:
Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM (Check-in opens at 8:00 AM)
Location: Wells Fargo Center Parking Lot, Philadelphia, PA 🔗 Learn more:
• Sista Strut – www.sistastrutwalk.com
• AACR – www.aacr.org 📻 Presented by: 105.3 WDAS FM, Power 99, and Rumba 106.1

Today’s guest is Dr. Bernadine Ahonkhai—educator, historian, and Founder of Coalition4Justice. A passionate advocate and author, Dr. Ahonkhai joins us to discuss her powerful new book, Reclaiming Our Forgotten Legacy: The African Blueprint for Educational Transformation. The book reclaims African history, examines the global diaspora, and celebrates a legacy of resilience, identity, and contribution.
📚 Learn more: www.coalition4justice.com
📖 Get the book: Amazon link

🎙️ APM’s 21st Annual Sugarcane Festival I speak with Emily Cordero, Director of Communications for Puertorriqueños en Marcha (APM)—a trusted nonprofit serving Philadelphia’s Latino community for over 55 years. Emily joins us to share details about the 21st Annual Sugarcane Festival—a joyful, family-friendly celebration of Puerto Rican heritage, food, music, and culture happening on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 12–4 p.m. at 6th Street & Susquehanna Avenue, in the heart of El Barrio. This free community event honors the legacy of sugarcane workers who migrated to Philadelphia and features live performances, traditional cuisine, children’s activities, community resources, and vibrant cultural pride.
 📅 Event Details:
• Event: 21st Annual Sugarcane Festival
• Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025
• Time: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Location: 6th Street & Susquehanna Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19122
• Host: Asociación Puertorriqueños en Marcha (APM)
• Event Info: apmphila.org/event/sugar-cane-festival-2025-june-14th
• Contact (Sponsorship/Participation): Marilyn Rodríguez – marilyn.rodriguez@apmphila.org | 267-205-7586 🔗 More Info:
• 🌐 Website: www.apmphila.org
• 📱 Instagram: @apmforeveryone
• 👍 Facebook: APM For Everyone
• X/Twitter: @apmforeveryone
🎙️ FreshStartPHL – Helping Renters Bridge the Gap
We’re talking about a new initiative designed to help working Philadelphians move toward stable housing. Joining us is David Thomas, President and CEO of PHDC—Philadelphia’s full-service community development organization. David shares insights about FreshStartPHL, a pilot program that helps renters cover the upfront costs of moving into a new home. Whether it's first and last month’s rent, security deposits, or relocation expenses, FreshStartPHL is bridging the gap for individuals and families ready to take the next step.
 🔗 Learn More:
• 🌐 phdcphila.org/freshstartphl
• 📱 Social Media: @PHLPlanDevelop on all platforms
🎙️ Transparency & Tech in Food with Pick Your Packer
Today we’re diving into the evolving world of consumer goods with two innovators who are reimagining transparency and tech in the food and beverage space. Joining us are Alessandra Aste (ah-LESS-ahn-dra AST-eh), Chief Marketing Officer, and Avery Dante (AY-veree DAN-tay), Chief Technology Officer of Pick Your Packer—a platform helping brands navigate the complex CPG landscape with clarity, data, and AI-driven insights. From shifting health trends to the rise of consumer awareness, we explore how Pick Your Packer is helping companies—and consumers—thrive in the “Age of Truth.”
🔗 Learn More:
• 🌐 Website: www.pickyourpacker.com
• 💼 LinkedIn: Pick Your Packer  

🎙️ APM’s 21st Annual Sugarcane Festival
 I speak with Emily Cordero, Director of Communications for Puertorriqueños en Marcha (APM)—a trusted nonprofit serving Philadelphia’s Latino community for over 55 years. Emily joins us to talk about the 21st Annual Sugarcane Festival—a joyful, family-friendly celebration of Puerto Rican heritage, food, music, and culture happening Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 12–4 p.m. at 6th Street & Susquehanna Avenue in the heart of El Barrio. This free community event honors the legacy of sugarcane workers who migrated to Philadelphia and features live performances, traditional cuisine, children’s activities, and local resources.
📅 Event Details:

• Event: 21st Annual Sugarcane Festival
• Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025
• Time: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Location: 6th Street & Susquehanna Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19122
• Host: Asociación Puertorriqueños en Marcha (APM)
• Event Info: apmphila.org/event/sugar-cane-festival-2025-june-14th
• Sponsorship/Participation Contact: Marilyn Rodríguez – marilyn.rodriguez@apmphila.org | 267-205-7586

🔗 More Info:

• 🌐 Website: www.apmphila.org
• 📱 Instagram: @apmforeveryone
• 👍 Facebook: APM For Everyone
• X/Twitter: @apmforeveryone

🎙️ VOICES of Black Women: A Historic Call to Action
I talk with three extraordinary women—Dr. Anthonise Fields, Plyshette Wiggins, and Dianne Hyman—who are national ambassadors for VOICES of Black Women, a groundbreaking research study by the American Cancer Society. This study aims to better understand how cancer and other health conditions affect Black women—and how we can collectively take action to reduce disparities. Backed by more than 70 years of trusted research, VOICES of Black Women is calling Black women from all walks of life to be part of this vital movement.
🔗 Learn more and enroll today: voices.cancer.org  

🎙️ Healing and Self-Empowerment with Leslie Fletcher
I’m joined by Leslie Fletcher, President and CEO of Leslie R. Fletcher Consulting, Inc., also known as The Love Concierge. A relationship and empowerment coach, Leslie uses Universal principles to help individuals find clarity, confidence, and emotional healing. She’s one of the featured speakers at The Erased Network’s Second Annual Women’s Summit: Life and Love Lessons, happening Sunay June 22 from 2–6 PM at Bensalem Country Club.
🔗 Event Info and Registration:
🎟️ Eventbrite Link
🌐 Leslie’s Contact info:  215.913.6356/novelles929@gmail.com
 🌐 The Center of Peace: www.thecenterofpeace.org

🎙️ FreshStartPHL – Helping Renters Bridge the Gap We’re talking about a new initiative designed to help working Philadelphians move toward stable housing. Joining us is David Thomas, President and CEO of PHDC—Philadelphia’s full-service community development organization. David shares insights about FreshStartPHL, a pilot program that helps renters cover the upfront costs of moving into a new home. Whether it's first and last month’s rent, security deposits, or relocation expenses, FreshStartPHL is bridging the gap for individuals and families ready to take the next step.
🔗 Learn More:
• 🌐 phdcphila.org/freshstartphl
• 📱 Social Media: @PHLPlanDevelop on all platforms

🎙️ Summer in New Hope, PA
Today we’re heading to the vibrant and picturesque town of New Hope, Pennsylvania—a destination known for its charm, culture, and a summer lineup that lights up the night sky and brings the community together. Joining us are Michael Sklar, President of the Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce, and Mary Brashier, Vice President. Together, they lead both the Greater New Hope Chamber and Visit New Hope—the all-volunteer team behind the beloved New Hope Summer Series. From monthly block parties and fireworks to a dazzling new drone light show running through September, this dynamic duo is making New Hope a must-visit summer destination. 🌐 Website: visitnewhope.com
📸 Instagram: @visitnewhope
📘 Facebook: facebook.com/visitnewhope

🎙️ Mütter Museum: Trusted Messengers Exhibition
We’re joined by Erin McLeary (she/her), Senior Director of Collections and Research at the Mütter Museum of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia. Erin discusses the museum’s powerful new exhibition, Trusted Messengers: Community, Confidence, and COVID-19, opening March 15, 2025. Marking five years since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the exhibition explores how trust in public health is built and sustained. It features groundbreaking materials from Penn’s Weissman Lab, stories from local healthcare workers, and community-driven health initiatives. Erin shares insights on the exhibit’s creation, its impact, and upcoming public programs that invite visitors to reflect and engage.
 🗓️ Exhibition runs through February 2, 2026
🌐 Learn more: muttermuseum.org

🎙️ MadCo Creates: Youth Creativity in Action
We’re shining a spotlight on a special moment here at iHeartMedia, where we had the pleasure of hosting Khalea Robinson for her senior project. Her time with us culminated in a heartfelt and inspiring interview with her close friend and entrepreneur Maddy Cohen—the creative force behind MadCo Creates, a brand offering custom clothing design and more. This uplifting conversation celebrates youth empowerment, artistic expression, and the power of friendship.
 🔗 Website: madcocreatesss.weebly.com
📸 Instagram: @madcocreates