Our Delaware Valley Podcast

About Our Delaware Valley Podcast

Our Delaware Valley introduces you to the people and organizations making a difference in our community, from health and safety issues to education, employment, and even entertainment opportunities. Hosted by Lora Lewis, Our Delaware Valley looks for solutions and positive action to make our region a better place to call home.

Publisher

Our Delaware Valley

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

27 Aug 2018

Latest episode

21 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

405 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   21 Sept 2026

   Musicopia brings Music and Dance to Students Across the Tri-State

   Executive Director Kate Lombardi and Mark Schulz, Director of External Communications, discussed Musicopia’s mission, to inspire, educate, and connect children, youth, and their extended communities through collaborative music and dance experiences. Founded over 50 years ago, Musicopia provides the access to the arts programming that has been cut by many school districts. Today they reach more than 25,000 participants each year across three states (PA, South Jersey and Delaware) and 21 school districts through a wide range of programs including stringed instruments, drumlines, social and ballroom dancing, Tango and more as the local communities look for cultural connection. Taught by over 110 professional musicians and dance instructors, Musicopia introduces students to different music genres and instruments and to partner dancing, teaching teamwork and social skills. Students not only achieve a sense of accomplishment through their classes, their attendance and grades are also affected according to ancedotal reports. Classes are offered to students of all ages, from weekly to intense one-day workshops, in schools or community centers; students who wish to continue with their art are directed to Musicopia’s many partner organizations. In addition to their classroom work Musicopia actively seeks donations of instruments which are refurbished and provided to students in their programs. The Lullaby Project, allows parents and caregivers to create and record a lullaby for their children, allowing the family to share in a music experience. Volunteers are welcome to help with programming and events. They invite everyone to Music in Motion, a benefit on Sunday, November 15 at 4 PM at Loft on Passyunk, to experience the impact of our music and dance programs firsthand.  For more information about programming, volunteer opportunities, instrument donation or the purchases tickets to Music In Motion go to Musicopia.org See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

2. 

   18 Sept 2026

   The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention presents the Out of the Darkness Walk October 10

   Darcy Lindy, Board Chair and Volunteer Coordinator for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) Greater Philadelphia Chapter discussed the volunteer organization that seeks to end suicide. Suicide is now the 10th leading cause of death in the US, AFSP is the leader in research, public education and resources, advocacy and services to those impacted by suicide. AFSP offers programming for schools and organizations, outreach information to vulnerable populations including Black, LBGTQ, Veterans and construction workers. For those struggling they offer 24/7 help and referrals, and grief support for families and individuals who have lost someone to suicide. Darcy tells us that AFSP has just one employee, its mission is accomplished by volunteers, offering a few hours a month or every week. She invites us to donate, volunteer or just participate in an annual Out of the Darkness fundraiser/awareness day. This year the walk is October 10 at the Navy Yard, you can register in advance and fundraise, or on-site and just share in the community spirit. All ages – and pets – are welcome. There will resources available on site and ‘honor’ beads will be provided to acknowledge your support or loss. Chad Rosenburg, a walk sponsor and team participant explained why his company supports AFSP. To learn more about programming, to donate or volunteer, or to join an Out of the Darkness Walk, visit AFSP.org.For the Philadelphia chapter visit AFSP.org/chapter/greater-philadelphia See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3. 

   14 Sept 2026

   Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site

   Dr. Kerry Sautner, President & CEO ofEastern State Penitentiary Historic Site, Inc. discussed the world’s first penitentiary, a misguided 19th century experiment by our founding Quaker fathers for justice reform, the introduction of solitary confinement. We discussed the building’s history as it evolved into a modern penitentiary, its later abandonment and its rescue by preservationists. Today the site is used to deepen our understanding of the American justice system and inspire us to consider how we can build a more just future. Eastern State offers job-readiness training for the recently incarcerated, revolving art installations on justice and tours and historic programing for the public. We discussed the annual Halloween Nights, their major fundraiser each year. The fright attraction, one of the scariest in the country, also gives visitors insights into the criminal justice system.  For more information visit Eastern State Penitentiary online See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Who has been a guest on Our Delaware Valley Podcast

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Kim Hollenback
• Richard AJ Prebil
• Debby Derricks
• Amy Needle
• Rawle Andrews Jr

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

72,924,974

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Podcast Authority Score: 71 / 100

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Quality

94

Social presence

0

YouTube

93

Engagement

27

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