Podcast
WURD Radio
Hosted by WURD Radio · EN
WURD Radio is the only African-American owned and operated talk radio station in Pennsylvania, and one of few in the country. Taking a multimedia approach – on-air, online and in the community – WURD is widely recognized as the pulse of the African-American community locally, regionally, and nationally. From mayoral races to presidential elections, from the street corner to the corner suite, WURD has tackled the hard issues as an influential, respected and powerful voice in the marketplace.
21episodes
Episodes
Newest firstAll episodes
Gregory Jenkins on hot Philly weather | ecoWURD Magazine w/ P.O.C. - 7.3.26
2d ago00:12:56Tap to summarizeGregory 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.
Transcribe →Araceli Guenther on the FIFA World Cup | ecoWURD Magazine w/ P.O.C. - 7.3.26
2d ago00:11:42Tap to summarizeAraceli 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.
Transcribe →Thom Nixon on environmental justice | ecoWURD Magazine w/ P.O.C. - 7.3.26
2d ago00:21:28Tap to summarizeThom 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.
Transcribe →
Karen Marie Williams - Martyrs Day - Evening WURDs 7.2.26
2d ago00:23:51Tap to summarizeKaren 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.
Transcribe →Roxanne Patel Shepelavy - America 250 - Evening WURDs 7.2.26
2d ago00:20:27Tap to summarizeRoxanne 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/
Transcribe →Dr. Cheryl LaRoche - President's House Slavery Exhibit - Evening WURDs 7.2.26
2d ago00:12:36Tap to summarizeDr. 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.
Transcribe →Parfait Bassalé - Relationship Building - Evening WURDs 7.2.26
2d ago00:18:14Tap to summarizeParfait 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".
Transcribe →Chrystal Dunkers - Mental Health - Evening WURDs 7.2.26
2d ago00:18:22Tap to summarizeChrystal Dunkers is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She joined Dr. Peterson to discuss National Black Mental Health Month.
Transcribe →Chris Norwood - Birthright Citizenship - Evening WURDs 7.1.26
4d ago00:30:39Tap to summarizeChris 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.
Transcribe →District Attorney Larry Krasner - Bob Brady - Evening WURDs 7.1.26
4d ago00:28:23Tap to summarizeLarry Krasner is the 26th District Attorney of Philadelphia. He joined Dr. Peterson to discuss the reelection of Bob Brady.
Transcribe →