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Sunday, December 1, 2013: World AIDS Day By: Tiffanie Stanard, Philly Speaks Producer

Sunday November 24, 2013: Thanksgiving Special By: Tiffanie Stanard, Philly Speaks Producer

Sunday November 17, 2013: Arts & Culture in Philadelphia 

                                                                             

Sunday November 3, 2013 After giving a quick weather, sports and news update, Philly Speaks host Senator Vincent Hughes got right into the Sunday, November 3rd show.  The week’s special guests included Robert C. Nelson, President and CEO of OIC and Chairman of Philadelphia Jobs Commission, as well as Economist, Dr. Julianne Malveaux. The topic […]

Sunday, November 10, 2013 As we are approaching a very special holiday in our country, Philly Speaks host, Senator Vincent Hughes appropriately decided to make Sunday, November 10th show about Veterans Day. Veterans Day will be celebrated on Monday, November 11. Senator Hughes welcomed several special guests to the show to discuss the important topic. […]

Friday, October 18, 2013 On Friday, October 18, our very own Philly Speaks host, Senator Vincent Hughes, took part in an awesome cause to benefit Outward Bound School. He joined local business leaders, fellow politicians, Philebrities, and youth groups as they rappelled 31 stories down One Logan Square in Center City Philadelphia. The ‘Big Adventure […]

Sunday 11/10/2013: African American Theater American Promise (movie) at the Ritz at the Bourse (4th and Chestnut). Playing Now- Through November 14, 2013. The film is an educational coming-of-age tale of two African-American boys. The film aims to assist parents and educators in helping Black boys to close the educational achievement gap. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL: 215-440-1181

Sunday 11/17/2013: Free Computer Classes The office of Councilman Curtis Jones, Jr., Prestige Concepts, LLC and Philadelphia Fight Presents: The Employment Preparation Workshop Series. The Workshops are FREE and are scheduled on Saturdays for 4 weeks to assist individuals in their job search.  Located at Councilman Jones, Jr. Wynnefield District Office, 5398 Wynnefield Ave. First […]

Sunday 11/25/2013: Upcoming Gala Event PA-NJ-DE Minority Supplier Development Council 2013 Choice Awards: Friday, December 6th 6 pm-11 pm; The Hyatt at the Bellevue. Their Signature Black Tie event recognizes minority business entrepreneurs and corporate partners. One of the Honorees includes the Late E. Steven Collins because of his devotion and partnership with PA-NJ-DE MSDC. FOR MORE […]

Sunday 10/13/2013: Lew Klein Awards 2013 Lew Klein Awards Luncheon at Temple University Thursday, October 17, 2013 Temple SMC alumni will receive the Lew Klein Alumni in the Media Award and will be inducted into the School of Media and Communication Hall of Fame, including Radio One’s Late E. Steven Collins. Oscar, Tony, Grammy and […]

Sunday, October 27, 2013 With the November 5th election quickly approaching, Philly Speaks host, Senator Vincent Hughes took the October 27th show to discuss key issues surrounding voting day. The specific issue at hand is the attack on the right to vote, both nationally and locally. Senator Hughes welcomed special guest Roland Martin to speak […]