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Gregory Jenkins works as the Director of the Alliance for Education, Science, Engineering, and Design with Africa at PSU. He joins the show to talk about the hot weather, which has sometimes reached over 100 degrees Fahrenheit, in the past few days in Philadelphia.

Araceli Guenther is the Board Chair of the Mexican Cultural Center Philadelphia. She joined the show to talk about how the FIFA World Cup is creating new opportunities for Philadelphia's Mexican community. On the eve of Independence Day, we explored how culture, environmental justice, and economic equity intersect, highlighting the importance of building neighborhoods where every community can thrive, be seen, and share in the benefits of global investment.

Thom Nixon is an Environmental Justice advocate. He joins the show to speak on the topic of Environmental Injustice in Delaware County, about the ongoing fight for environmental justice in Chester and surrounding communities. Our conversation explored the lasting impacts of industrial pollution, community-led advocacy, and why residents are calling for stronger protections to ensure every Pennsylvanian has access to clean air, safe water, and healthier neighborhoods.

Karen Marie Williams is an Assistant Principal in the School District of Philadelphia, where she serves as the school’s equity champion and community outreach lead. She joined Dr. Peterson to discuss Martyrs Day.

Roxanne Patel Shepelavy is the executive editor and co-executive director for The Philadelphia Citizen. She joined Dr. Peterson for this week's Citizen WURD segment to discuss her article, "How Soccer Saved Our 250th". Article Link: https://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/world-cup-soccer-saved-250th/

Dr. Cheryl LaRoche is an associate research professor in Historic Preservation in the School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation at the University of Maryland, College Park. She joined Dr. Peterson to discuss The President's House Slavery Exhibit.

Parfait Bassalé is a belonging strategist, singer-songwriter, and author dedicated to fostering belonging and transforming systems through the power of friendship. He joined Dr. Peterson to discuss his book, "The Way of Befriending: Transforming Relationships and Organizations for Belonging".

Chrystal Dunkers is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She joined Dr. Peterson to discuss National Black Mental Health Month.

Chris Norwood joined Dr. Peterson for this week's Critical Commentary segment to discuss the Supreme Court denying the Trump administration's request to end birthright citizenship.

Larry Krasner is the 26th District Attorney of Philadelphia. He joined Dr. Peterson to discuss the reelection of Bob Brady.