
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 witf.org/programs/the-spark.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 143 | Founded | 17 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | News | |||

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Excellent show. Addresses current issues in Pennsylvania. In depth. Interviews with informed persons. Great questions. Not adversarial. Balanced.
What you'd expect from public radio. Calm, cogent discussions on issues important to PA.
This is an excellent program, but the podcast has not been updated lately.
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Focusing on current events, social issues, and community stories, this podcast initiates conversations that delve into various topics with expert guests and local voices. Episodes cover a range of subjects, including healthcare, education reform, environmental issues, and cultural contributions, while highlighting local achievements and challenges. Unique among similar shows, it balances serious discussions with engaging narratives, aiming to foster understanding and stimulate new ideas through inquiry and exploration.
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Recent guests on The Spark include:
1. Kelly McGonnell
2. Mindy Waltemeier
3. Amy Mozilla DeBasco
4. Brittany Mellinger
5. Dr. Joshua Shipley
6. Dr. Mary Zaborskis
7. Gwendolyn Ruth Dickinson
8. Brianna Wilhelm
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