Our first guest in our exciting lineup of guests is Jessica Wood, EL Education’s Director of Experiential Marketing, will be discussing Better World Day and highlighting local participating schools. She'll explore how students and schools can make a positive impact in their communities and beyond. EL Education is announcing the recipients of three $2,000 media grants for partner schools or districts to co-create mini documentaries about their 2024 Better World Day Projects.

Welcome our second guest, Sarah Thompson Riley, Director of On-Demand Services at Frontdoor, will share essential home maintenance chores for this summer and how to get quick help in an emergency or if you're stumped on a project. She'll also provide details on an HVAC replacement program that makes replacements much less intimidating. Did you know routine maintenance can save thousands and is especially crucial for new homeowners?
Our final guest today is Dr. Johanna Contreras, an American Heart Association Volunteer Expert, who will reveal key findings from a new report and offer tips on how women can take charge of their heart health. She'll discuss heart disease statistics, particularly its impact on the Hispanic community, and share insights on how women with a history of pregnancy complications can reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease.
Don’t miss this insightful episode filled with valuable information and practical advice!

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Our first guest in our exciting lineup of guests is Jessica Wood, EL Education’s Director of Experiential Marketing, will be discussing Better World Day and highlighting local participating schools. She'll explore how students and schools can make a positive impact in their communities and beyond. Plus, EL Education is announcing the recipients of three $2,000 media grants for partner schools or districts to co-create mini documentaries about their 2024 Better World Day Projects.

Welcome our second guest, Sarah Thompson Riley, Director of On-Demand Services at Frontdoor, will share essential home maintenance chores for this summer and how to get quick help in an emergency or if you're stumped on a project. She'll also provide details on an HVAC replacement program that makes replacements much less intimidating. Did you know routine maintenance can save thousands and is especially crucial for new homeowners?
Our final guest today is Dr. Johanna Contreras, an American Heart Association Volunteer Expert, who will reveal key findings from a new report and offer tips on how women can take charge of their heart health. She'll discuss heart disease statistics, particularly its impact on the Hispanic community, and share insights on how women with a history of pregnancy complications can reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease.

WNWR The Word 1540 AM Philadelphia -Wood-Riley-Contreras5-25-2024-Lets Just Talk

Our first guest in our exciting lineup of guests is Jessica Wood, EL Education’s Director of Experiential Marketing, will be discussing Better World Day and highlighting local participating schools. She'll explore how students and schools can make a positive impact in their communities and beyond. Plus, EL Education is announcing the recipients of three $2,000 media grants for partner schools or districts to co-create mini documentaries about their 2024 Better World Day Projects.

Welcome our second guest, Sarah Thompson Riley, Director of On-Demand Services at Frontdoor, will share essential home maintenance chores for this summer and how to get quick help in an emergency or if you're stumped on a project. She'll also provide details on an HVAC replacement program that makes replacements much less intimidating. Did you know routine maintenance can save thousands and is especially crucial for new homeowners?

Our final guest today is Dr. Johanna Contreras, an American Heart Association Volunteer Expert, who will reveal key findings from a new report and offer tips on how women can take charge of their heart health. She'll discuss heart disease statistics, particularly its impact on the Hispanic community, and share insights on how women with a history of pregnancy complications can reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease.

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First up, we have Michelle Horn, a U.S. Army veteran and Vice President of Communications at Fisher House Foundation in Rockville, MD. Michelle will share insights on veterans' challenges when transitioning to the civilian workforce.

Next, we welcome Joe Jena, Director of Talent Acquisition at 84 Lumber. Joe will discuss the benefits of hiring veterans and highlight the Top 5 Transferable Military Skills that make veterans valuable assets in the private sector: leadership, self-sufficiency, teamwork, ability to perform under pressure, and problem-solving.

Following that, Social Media Expert Stephanie Hill from Whataburger joins us to unveil the exciting Summer of Savings promotion! Get ready for sweet and savory deals, like FREE coffee with any breakfast entrée, $1 limited-edition Caramel Latte Shakes, and bargain-priced Chocolate Chunk Brownies. Plus, don't miss out on celebrating National Chicken Wing Day on July 29th and National Whataburger Day on August 8th with special menu items!

Lastly, we have Dr. J. Carter Ralphe, a renowned cardiologist and co-director of the Congenital Heart Program at UW Health Kids. As a longtime volunteer for the American Heart Association, Dr. Ralphe will discuss the financial impact of surprise medical bills and how the No Surprises Act protects patients across the country.

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First up, we have Michelle Horn, a U.S. Army veteran and Vice President of Communications at Fisher House Foundation in Rockville, MD. Michelle will share insights on the challenges veterans face when transitioning to the civilian workforce.
Next, we welcome Joe Jena, Director of Talent Acquisition at 84 Lumber. Joe will discuss the benefits of hiring veterans and highlight the Top 5 Transferable Military Skills that make veterans valuable assets in the private sector: leadership, self-sufficiency, teamwork, ability to perform under pressure, and problem-solving.

Following that, Social Media Expert Stephanie Hill from Whataburger joins us to unveil the exciting Summer of Savings promotion! Get ready for sweet and savory deals, like FREE coffee with any breakfast entrée, $1 limited-edition Caramel Latte Shakes, and bargain-priced Chocolate Chunk Brownies. Plus, don't miss out on celebrating National Chicken Wing Day on July 29th and National Whataburger Day on August 8th with special menu items!

Lastly, we have Dr. J. Carter Ralphe, a renowned cardiologist and co-director of the Congenital Heart Program at UW Health Kids. As a longtime volunteer for the American Heart Association, Dr. Ralphe will discuss the financial impact of surprise medical bills and how the No Surprises Act protects patients across the country.

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First up, we have Michelle Horn, a U.S. Army veteran and Vice President of Communications at Fisher House Foundation in Rockville, MD. Michelle will share insights on the challenges veterans face when transitioning to the civilian workforce.

Next, we welcome Joe Jena, Director of Talent Acquisition at 84 Lumber. Joe will discuss the benefits of hiring veterans and highlight the Top 5 Transferable Military Skills that make veterans valuable assets in the private sector: leadership, self-sufficiency, teamwork, ability to perform under pressure, and problem-solving.

Following that, Social Media Expert Stephanie Hill from Whataburger joins us to unveil the exciting Summer of Savings promotion! Get ready for sweet and savory deals, like FREE coffee with any breakfast entrée, $1 limited-edition Caramel Latte Shakes, and bargain-priced Chocolate Chunk Brownies. Plus, don't miss out on celebrating National Chicken Wing Day on July 29th and National Whataburger Day on August 8th with special menu items!

Lastly, we have Dr. J. Carter Ralphe, a renowned cardiologist and co-director of the Congenital Heart Program at UW Health Kids. As a longtime volunteer for the American Heart Association, Dr. Ralphe will discuss the financial impact of surprise medical bills and how the No Surprises Act protects patients across the country.

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Join us on "Let's Just Talk" with our host, Kathryn Raaker, for an inspiring lineup of guests!
First up, we have Michelle Horn, a U.S. Army veteran and Vice President of Communications at Fisher House Foundation in Rockville, MD. Michelle will share insights on the challenges veterans face when transitioning to the civilian workforce.



Next, we welcome Joe Jena, Director of Talent Acquisition at 84 Lumber. Joe will discuss the benefits of hiring veterans and highlight the Top 5 Transferable Military Skills that make veterans valuable assets in the private sector: leadership, self-sufficiency, teamwork, ability to perform under pressure, and problem-solving.



Following that, Social Media Expert Stephanie Hill from Whataburger joins us to unveil the exciting Summer of Savings promotion! Get ready for sweet and savory deals, like FREE coffee with any breakfast entrée, $1 limited-edition Caramel Latte Shakes, and bargain-priced Chocolate Chunk Brownies. Plus, don't miss out on celebrating National Chicken Wing Day on July 29th and National Whataburger Day on August 8th with special menu items!



Lastly, we have Dr. J. Carter Ralphe, a renowned cardiologist and co-director of the Congenital Heart Program at UW Health Kids. As a longtime volunteer for the American Heart Association, Dr. Ralphe will discuss the financial impact of surprise medical bills and how the No Surprises Act protects patients across the country.

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SEGMENT #1: American Heart Association
GUEST: Katie Logan, Nurse Practitioner, Kelly Guerrero, Physician Assistant, Roper St. Francis Hospital
ISSUE: Health & Human Services
The statistics are stunning – 9 of 10 people who suffer a cardiac event outside a hospital don’t survive. The importance of knowing how to perform CPR is growing. Ahead of this year’s Lowcountry Heart Walk, the American Heart Association is focusing on CPR education. Mary Logan, Nurse Practitioner and Kelly Guerrero, Physician Assistant, both at Roper St. Francis Hospital explained how easy it is to receive CPR training, something that can be done in about 4 hours. They provided information on where those resources and provided some tips, including using music – a favorite song – to time compressions. The pair also shared specifics on the 2025 Lowcountry Heart Walk, why people should want to participate and how individuals can register to be a part of the event.

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SEGMENT #2: Lowcountry Rapid Transit
GUEST: Mike Seekings, Chairman, CARTA
ISSUE: Traffic/Transportation
One thing everyone in the Lowcountry can agree on is that traffic is bad. As the area continues to grow, solutions are needed to deal with that growth. Lowcountry Rapid Transit is a project to assist with congestion and provide traffic relief. CARTA Chairman Mike Seekings explained that Lowcountry Rapid Transit is not a bullet train, but an individual corridor being created from Exchange Park in Ladson to the hospital district in downtown Charleston – a 21.3-mile route. The Chairman provided background on the project, stressing that it was happening, as the funding is already in place. He discussed how Lowcountry Rapid Transit would work, the convenience it would provide Charleston County residents, how it may expand after the initial line opens in 2030 and how citizens can provide impact and learn more about the project.

Lowcountry Forever: American Heart Assoc & Lowcountry Rapid Transit - Feb. 2, 2025

SEGMENT #1: Berkeley County School District
GUEST: Natalie Locklear, Director of Recruitment & Retention and Aimee Fulmer, Chief Human Resources Officer
ISSUE: Education and Employment
Berkeley County is one of the fastest growing areas in South Carolina. That means Berkeley County Schools are growing as well. Feb. 22, the District is hosting their “Big Top Hiring Event,” looking to fill teaching and other positions across the district. From the Berkeley County School District’s Natalie Locklear, Director of Recruitment & Retention and Aimee Fulmer, Chief Human Resources Officer provided the specifics on the job fair. Along with the location and hours of the fair, both shared specifics in terms of the need for teachers and what the district offers new employees. They also spoke of the other available positions, the atmosphere within the district, and what individuals need to do not only to apply, but find a position at the event and start their employment in August.

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SEGMENT #2: American Heart Association
GUEST: Rick Hundorfean, 2025 Lowcountry Heart Walk Chairperson, Chief Operating Officer at MUSC Health
ISSUE: Health & Human Services
Heart disease is the number one killer of women in the United States. The American Heart Association’s annual “Heart Walk” is an event designed to raise money for heart disease research, and overall awareness of heart disease. Rick Hundorfean, the Chief Operating Officer at MUSC Health and the 2025 Lowcountry Heart Walk Chairperson, provided the details on this year’s Saturday, Feb. 22 event. In his second year as Walk Chairperson, Hundorfean talked about the previous year’s event, and what is new in 2025. The COO also talked about his family’s experience with heart disease, and the importance of this event. Additionally, he explained how and why this year’s walk is incorporating CPR training.




Lowcountry Forever: Berkeley School District & Lowcountry Heart Walk - Feb. 16, 2025

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