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Hero Bystanders, Cosby Show Actress Nicolle Rochelle's Message, Advice For Small Business Owners Apr 29, 2018

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This week on Flashpoint: Host and KYW Community Affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about what it takes to break from the bystander mentality to stand up and intervene when needed. James Shaw became a hero when his quick action stopped a gunman who claimed four lives at a Nashville Waffle House. Security Expert, Ed Iannucci, Bystander Intenention Strategist Lucy Duncan and neighborhood hero Ella Best talk about what it takes to stand up for others at a moment's notice. Also, Nicolle Rochelle appeared on four episodes of Cosby Show in the early 1990s, but made headlines in Philadelphia when she ran topless in front of onlookers outside of the Montgomery County Courthouse in Norristown. Her message for the newly convicted serial predator. Finally, it's National Small Business Week and Melinda Emerson a.k.a. Small Biz Lady had advice for those looking to make their small business booms. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio 1060AM. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Starbucks Arrests, Racial Bias, Temple's NFL Draft Prospect, Fighting Rape Culture Apr 21, 2018

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This week on Flashpoint: Host and KYW Community Affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the recent racially charged arrest of two Black men at a Center City Starbucks. Guests Rev. Yvette Davis of POWER, Mary Catherine Roper, ACLU Legal Director and Temple University Professor Gregg Feistman, a PR expert, weigh in on the racial disparities in pedestrian stops in Center City, remedies offered by Starbucks and the bigger issue of racial bias in America Other guests include, newsmaker Leon Johnson, a Temple University Offensive Lineman who is a 2018 NFL Draft Prospect and Women Organized Against Rape executive director Dr. Monique Howard. Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio 1060AM. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Facebook Privacy Scandal, A Christian Focused on Strippers and Friendly Spaces for Teens w/ Autism Apr 15, 2018

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Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about latest Facebook privacy scandal. Experts weigh in on what this means and how to protect your information. Other guests include Christian woman whose mission is strippers and founder of Au-Some Lives, Inc. Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Price of Resistance, Conviction Errors & Fixing School Libraries Apr 08, 2018

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Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the price of resistance. This the country marked the 50th anniversary of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. He was one of the most famous lives lost in the struggle for racial equality, but countless others also made sacrifices. Fast forward, and lives are still being lost. So what is the modern cost of resistance? Guests weigh in. Other guests include, Patricia Cummings, head of Philly DA's Conviction Integrity Unit and Anisha Sinha of West Philadelphia Alliance for Children. Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Poss. Redlining; Trans Visibility; Kidney Disease Apr 01, 2018

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Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about racial disparities in who gets approved for home loans in Philadelphia. This week City Council held a hearing investigating recent what some are calling modern day redlining. All sides weigh in on the impact and what the city can do to ensure equitable lending. Other guests include a Trans Latina activist Naiymah Sanchez and Lynette Luckers of the Marion Luckers Foundation. Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

PA Redistricting, Meek Mill, & A Cultural Showcase Mar 25, 2018

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Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about Pennsylvania's new congressional map. It was drawn by Pennsylvania's Supreme Court after maps by the Republican legislature and Governor Tom Wolf were rejected. The US Supreme Court did not step in. Cherri also discusses the latest on the Meek Mill case and highlights the 15th annual African American History and Cultural Showcase. Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

TU Stadium, Local Social Media Comedian & Maternity Care Coalition Mar 18, 2018

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Host and KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the status of Temple University's proposed on-campus football stadium. This week Council President Darrell Clarke pulled his support after tension with area residents reached a boiling point. The newsmaker is social media comedy sensation GheeFunny and Maternity Care Coalition reps discuss their groundbreaking efforts. Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio 1060AM. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Women's History Month, Philly's Controller & She Can Win Mar 11, 2018

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Host and KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the dearth of women in political office. To celebrate Women's History Month she digs into the momentum behind the pink wave, chats up Philly's history making Controller and a millenial queen maker who training women to get elected. Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Empowered Youth, Defying The Odds & KYW GameChanger Mar 04, 2018

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Host and KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about youth leading the way for gun control following the Parkland mass shooting. Gregg also chats with an 8-year-old girl who's defying the odds of her deadly brain cancer diagnosis and a KYW Black History Month GameChanger. Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

School to Prison, Assets Sold To Comcast & KYW GameChanger Feb 27, 2018

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Host and KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the school to prison pipeline as the guests discuss some of the latest innovations being employed in Philadelphia classrooms. Also, discussion with Wilco Electronic Systems about recent sale of certain assets to Comcast and celebrating a KYW GameChanger. Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

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