As part of World Heritage Week, The Literary Café Books and Events, Global Philadelphia, and the Free Library of Philadelphia are proud to present two unforgettable literary experiences celebrating stories that span continents, cultures, and personal triumphs. Joining me are:

• Annette A. Anthony, author of Always Enough: A Global Food Memoir, who takes readers on a flavorful global journey rooted in Black girl culinary identity.

• Butch Meily, author of From Manila to Wall Street, whose inspiring story of international journalism and leadership highlights what it means to thrive on the global stage.

📚 Literary Event Details: Always Enough: A Global Food Memoir | Booktalk & Tasting
📅 May 20, 2025
🕕 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA
🔗 globalphiladelphia.org/events/always-enough-global-food-memoir-booktalk-tasting-event From Manila to Wall Street | Booktalk with Butch Meily
📅 May 21, 2025
🕡 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA
🔗 globalphiladelphia.org/events/manila-wall-street-booktalk-butch-meily Explore the full schedule of World Heritage Week events at www.globalphiladelphia.org.

We’re also highlighting a dynamic community initiative led by Rodney and Erika McLeod, co-founders of Change Our Future—a youth development nonprofit committed to breaking down barriers in underserved communities. Through leadership, literacy, wellness, and advocacy programs, they empower young people to become agents of change. Join them for the 5th Annual Sneaker Ball, a celebration of fashion, fun, and philanthropy:
📅 Friday, June 6, 2025
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia
🎟️ Tickets & Info: www.changeourfuture.org
📲 Follow @changeourfuturefund on Instagram and Facebook

And we’re honored to be joined by legendary former Eagles Coach Dick Vermeil, who returns as host of the 2025 Coach’s Private Reserve Dinner, benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia. Enjoy an elegant evening of wine, fine dining, and generosity—supporting vital mentorship and safe spaces for Philly’s youth.
📅 Wednesday, May 22, 2025
📍 The Union League of Philadelphia
🎟️ Learn more and get tickets: www.bgcphila.org
📲 Follow @bgcphila on Instagram and Facebook

Today we’re joined by Dan Drake, President and CEO of Trinity Health Continuing Care, to talk about an innovative and compassionate model of senior care—Trinity Health PACE. PACE, which stands for Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, helps older adults remain in their homes while receiving high-quality, nursing-home-level care. With a strong presence in the Delaware Valley under the names Mercy LIFE and Trinity Health PACE, this program delivers medical, social, and transportation support for seniors and their caregivers.
Learn more at TrinityHealthPace.org.

I’m joined by two powerful voices in journalism and education — Yvonne Latty, executive producer of the new podcast MOVE: Untangling the Tragedy and director of the Logan Center for Urban Investigative Reporting at Temple University, and Linn Washington, veteran journalist and podcast host who has reported on the MOVE story for more than 50 years. Their six-part podcast, produced in collaboration with The Philadelphia Inquirer, revisits the 1985 MOVE bombing — when Philadelphia police dropped a bomb on a residential home, killing 11 people (including five children) and destroying 61 homes. It remains the only time in U.S. history that a police force bombed its own city. Through firsthand accounts, rare archival audio, and the voices of journalists, survivors, and community leaders, MOVE: Untangling the Tragedy unpacks a story that Philadelphia — and the nation — must continue to confront.

🎧 Listen and learn more at: inquirer.com/move-bombing
📅 On May 17th at Temple University there will be  a staged reading of Move Mocks Us All, a powerful play written by journalist Maida Odom. The reading brings the podcast’s themes to life and invites deeper reflection on the legacy of MOVE.
📲 Follow the conversation:
@Inquirer (Twitter/Instagram/Facebook)
@TempleKlein and @LoganCenterPHL (Twitter/X and Instagram)

May 8th was Black Teacher Appreciation Day—a national celebration led by the Center for Black Educator Development to honor the “Dreamkeepers” who educate, empower, and inspire every day. Held during National Teacher Appreciation Week, this year’s theme is Radical Well-being, highlighting the urgent need to support the wellness and self-care of Black teachers in and beyond the classroom. Power99 is proud to partner with the Center this month to uplift Black educators and amplify the #WeNeedBlackTeachers movement. Starting at 12:00 AM on May 8th, listeners can visit Power99.com  and WDAS FM.com to nominate a teacher who’s made a difference in just 99 words or less. Selected educators will receive wellness gifts and be featured on-air and across our platforms. Joining us now is Sharif El-Mekki, CEO of the Center for Black Educator Development, to share how we can all join the movement and why supporting Black teachers is a key to educational equity.  

👉 Learn more and get involved at https://thecenterblacked.org/
📲 Follow: @centerblacked on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn
📢 Hashtags: #ThankABlackTeacher • #WeNeedBlackTeachers • #RadicalWellBeing  

I’m joined by two powerful voices in journalism and education — Yvonne Latty, executive producer of the new podcast MOVE: Untangling the Tragedy and director of the Logan Center for Urban Investigative Reporting at Temple University, and Linn Washington, veteran journalist and podcast host who has reported on the MOVE story for more than 50 years. Their six-part podcast, produced in collaboration with The Philadelphia Inquirer, revisits the 1985 MOVE bombing — when Philadelphia police dropped a bomb on a residential home, killing 11 people (including five children) and destroying 61 homes. It remains the only time in U.S. history that a police force bombed its own city. Through firsthand accounts, rare archival audio, and the voices of journalists, survivors, and community leaders, MOVE: Untangling the Tragedy unpacks a story that Philadelphia — and the nation — must continue to confront.

🎧 Listen and learn more at: inquirer.com/move-bombing
📅 On May 17th at Temple University there will be  a staged reading of Move Mocks Us All, a powerful play written by journalist Maida Odom. The reading brings the podcast’s themes to life and invites deeper reflection on the legacy of MOVE.
📲 Follow the conversation:
@Inquirer (Twitter/Instagram/Facebook)
@TempleKlein and @LoganCenterPHL (Twitter/X and Instagram)

Honoring Coach Fred Rosenfeld’s Legacy
If you’re lucky, you’ve had a mentor like Coach Fred Rosenfeld—a Philadelphia legend whose impact as a teacher, track coach, and community builder lives on.
Rachel Berger of the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History and Steven Bayne, a former political consultant and Overbrook Track alum, share efforts to rename a street in Fred’s honor and raise $30,000 to preserve his legacy. 🕊️ A memorial event is planned for this fall at the Weitzman Museum. Every donation supports this tribute to a life of mentorship and service. 🔗 Donate or learn more: theweitzman.org/fred-rosenfeld
📬 Tax-deductible checks can be sent to:
Rachel Berger
Weitzman National Museum
101 S. Independence Mall East, Philadelphia, PA 19106    

Mike Papantonio – Exposing Greed Through Law and Fiction
We’re also joined by Mike Papantonio, renowned trial attorney, legal analyst, and bestselling author. A senior partner at Levin Papantonio Rafferty, Mike has led high-profile legal battles against Big Pharma, tobacco companies, weapons manufacturers, and human traffickers. His latest novel, The Middleman, is a gripping legal thriller that delves into the shadowy world of Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) and their role in skyrocketing drug prices. Drawing from real-life courtroom experience, Papantonio blends legal insight with suspense to shine a light on urgent consumer issues.
📚 Learn more: www.levinlaw.com | mikpapantonio.com
📲 Follow: Facebook | Twitter/X @AmericasLawyer | YouTube: Mike Papantonio

Bridging the Capital Gap
We’re joined by Varsovia Fernandez, CEO of the Pennsylvania CDFI Network—a coalition of mission-driven financial institutions dedicated to closing the capital gap in underserved communities across Pennsylvania. Varsovia shares details on a new grant program designed to support small businesses—especially in regions that have historically lacked access to capital.
🔗 Learn more: pacdfinetwork.org
📲 Follow: Facebook @pacdfinetwork | LinkedIn: PA CDFI Network
💫 Episode: Love, Healing & Entrepreneurship with Hey Girl! Conference
We’re joined by three powerhouse women who are inspiring self-love, healing, and community through creativity and entrepreneurship.

• Cassandra Burnett, founder of the Hey Girl! Conference, returns with this year’s theme: Love, Me—a transformative gathering centered on personal growth and empowerment.
• Myisha Pettigrew, co-owner of Joie Candle Co., brings intention and warmth through her handcrafted products.
• Yolanda Christopher, a speaker, healer, and creative, helps others reclaim their voice and self-worth.

🗓️ The conference kicks off with a sold-out VIP Night Garden on May 16 in Collingswood, NJ, followed by a full day of programming on May 17 at The Story Factory in Philadelphia.
 🌐 Learn more: heygirlconference.com
📲 Follow: Instagram @heygirlconference | Facebook: Hey Girl! Conference
🏅 Episode: Honoring Coach Fred Rosenfeld’s Legacy
If you’re lucky, you’ve had a mentor like Coach Fred Rosenfeld—a Philadelphia legend whose impact as a teacher, track coach, and community builder lives on.
Rachel Berger of the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History and Steven Bayne, a former political consultant and Overbrook Track alum, share efforts to rename a street in Fred’s honor and raise $30,000 to preserve his legacy. 🕊️ A memorial event is planned for this fall at the Weitzman Museum. Every donation supports this tribute to a life of mentorship and service. 🔗 Donate or learn more: theweitzman.org/fred-rosenfeld
📬 Tax-deductible checks can be sent to:
Rachel Berger
Weitzman National Museum
101 S. Independence Mall East, Philadelphia, PA 19106    

Guest host Vanesse Lloyd-Sgambati sits down with Zabeth Teelucksingh, President of the Global Philadelphia Association, to mark a major milestone—Philadelphia’s 10th anniversary as the first World Heritage City in the United States. They discuss how this designation has elevated the city's global profile and the events planned to celebrate its rich heritage.
 🔗 Learn more: globalphiladelphia.org
📲 Follow: Instagram | Facebook | X/Twitter

📚 In her segment “What is Philadelphia Reading?” Vanesse welcomes Veronica Britto, Head Librarian at the Free Library of Philadelphia. They explore current reading trends and highlight upcoming Free Library events tied to the World Heritage celebration.
 📅 Check out events: libwww.freelibrary.org/calendar  

🏙 Affordable Housing & the Housing Trust Fund
In Philadelphia, developers can pay a fee instead of including affordable units in their projects—with those funds intended for the City’s Housing Trust Fund. But communities haven’t seen the housing benefits they were promised. City Councilmember Jamie Gauthier joins us to discuss a ballot question that could help make sure those developer payments actually lead to more affordable housing.
 🔗 Learn more: phlcouncil.com/housingtrustfund
📲 Follow: @councilmemberjg on X, Instagram, Facebook, Threads, and LinkedIn

🎓 Main Line School Night: Lifelong Learning & Visionary Voices
For 85 years, Main Line School Night has offered enriching, affordable classes and experiences to the community. Rebecca Cain, Executive Director, joins us to talk about their 9th Annual Visionary Voices Fundraiser—featuring a live conversation with Ali Velshi and Pat Ciarrocchi.
 🎟 Tickets: $65
📅 Date: Event Details
📍 Location: Rosemont College, Bryn Mawr
🕕 VIP Reception: 6:00–7:15 p.m. | Program: 7:30–9:00 p.m. 🌐 Website: mainlineschoolnight.org
📲 Socials:

• Instagram: @mainlineschoolnight
• Facebook: MLSchoolNight
• LinkedIn: Main Line School Night

🌿 Life, Death & Transformation with Chaplain Candi Wuhrman
Death is something many avoid talking about—but what if facing it could transform how we live? Candi Wuhrman, a Board-Certified Clinical Chaplain, Hospice Chaplain, Death Doula, and Grief Transformation Coach, shares how embracing grief and mortality can open us to healing, purpose, and deeper connection. 🌐 Website: sacredworkwithcandi.com
🎁 Free Gift: bit.ly/FreeGiftFromChaplainCandi
📱 Socials:

• Facebook: Candi Wuhrman | Sacred Work With Candi
• Instagram: @sacredworkwithcandi
• LinkedIn: Candi Wuhrman
• TikTok: @candiwuhrman
• YouTube: Sacred Work with Candi
  👥 Facebook Group: Moxie: A Grief Revolution