At the heart of WITF’s mission to provide trusted news, cultural programming, and educational content lies a dedicated team working behind the scenes: the development department. Leading the charge is Elisa Balestra, Vice President of Philanthropy, who joined the station 11 months ago and has quickly immersed herself in connecting the community to the station’s mission.

At the heart of WITF&rsquo;s mission to provide trusted news, cultural programming, and educational content lies a dedicated team working behind the scenes: the development department. Leading the charge is Elisa Balestra, Vice President of Philanthropy, who joined the station 11 months ago and has quickly immersed herself in connecting the community to the station&rsquo;s mission.

When people come together and talk about really interesting topics, great questions spark better understanding and opportunities for new ideas to form. On The Spark from WITF, host Asia Tabb starts conversations about what’s happening in the world and at home. Share your ideas at https://witf.org/programs/the-spark.

When people come together and talk about really interesting topics, great questions spark better understanding and opportunities for new ideas to form. On The Spark from WITF, host Asia Tabb starts conversations about what&rsquo;s happening in the world and at home. Share your ideas at https://witf.org/programs/the-spark.

The Spark

When people come together and talk about really interesting topics, great questions spark better understanding and opportunities for new ideas to form. On The Spark from WITF, host Asia Tabb start the conversations about what’s happening in the world and at home. Share your ideas at https://witf.org/programs/the-spark.

When people come together and talk about really interesting topics, great questions spark better understanding and opportunities for new ideas to form. On The Spark from WITF, host Asia Tabb start the conversations about what&rsquo;s happening in the world and at home. Share your ideas at&nbsp;<a href="https://witf.org/programs/the-spark">https://witf.org/programs/the-spark</a>.

Behind the Scenes at WITF: How the Development Department Powers Public Media

AI and Applying for Jobs

Spring Cleaning

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As more than 165,000 college students prepare to graduate from Pennsylvania schools this May, the job search looks very different than it did just a few years ago. In this timely conversation, Pamela Hill, Owner of Signature Staffing in Lemoyne, and Dr. Mohammad Rahman, Professor of Marketing and Director of the MBA Program at Shippensburg University, explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping hiring—and why many young job seekers feel shut out before they ever speak to a real person.

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Clutter isn’t just about stuff—it’s about time, money, and stress. In SORT and Succeed, Certified Professional Organizer Darla DeMorrow shares a practical, judgment‑free system that helps people get organized and stay organized using five simple, repeatable steps. Rather than pushing extreme minimalism or quick‑fix solutions, DeMorrow focuses on finding what matters, stopping clutter before it starts, and creating systems that work in real life—even for people who feel overwhelmed or have ADHD.

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As more than 165,000 college students prepare to graduate from Pennsylvania schools this May, the job search looks very different than it did just a few years ago. In this timely conversation,&nbsp;Pamela Hill, Owner of Signature Staffing in Lemoyne, and Dr. Mohammad Rahman, Professor of Marketing and Director of the MBA Program at Shippensburg University, explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping hiring&mdash;and why many young job seekers feel shut out before they ever speak to a real person.
(00:22:14)
Clutter isn&rsquo;t just about stuff&mdash;it&rsquo;s about time, money, and stress. In SORT and Succeed, Certified Professional Organizer Darla DeMorrow shares a practical, judgment‑free system that helps people get organized and stay organized using five simple, repeatable steps. Rather than pushing extreme minimalism or quick‑fix solutions, DeMorrow focuses on finding what matters, stopping clutter before it starts, and creating systems that work in real life&mdash;even for people who feel overwhelmed or have ADHD.

How It Works: Navigating AI Hiring and Spring Cleaning

Cloth of the Nation

Ringling Bros and Barnam and Bailey

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Cloth of the Nation is a podcast hosted by veterans Dale and Jan Hamby, sharing the voices and experiences of military veterans across our region. The podcast will feature honest conversations about military service, life after the uniform and continued service to the community. Through stories of challenge, resilience and purpose, Cloth of the Nation will offer insight and understanding for both veterans and those who want to better understand their experiences.

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The Greatest Show on Earth® is back. Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey return with a high‑energy, music‑driven circus experience featuring world‑class performers, jaw‑dropping stunts, and nonstop audience fun. It’s a modern, family‑friendly celebration of human talent that turns the arena into the ultimate party.

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Cloth of the Nation is a podcast hosted by veterans Dale and Jan Hamby, sharing the voices and experiences of military veterans across our region. The podcast will feature honest conversations about military service, life after the uniform and continued service to the community. Through stories of challenge, resilience and purpose, Cloth of the Nation&nbsp;will offer insight and understanding for both veterans and those who want to better understand their experiences.
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The Greatest Show on Earth&reg; is back. Ringling Bros. and Barnum &amp; Bailey return with a high‑energy, music‑driven circus experience featuring world‑class performers, jaw‑dropping stunts, and nonstop audience fun. It&rsquo;s a modern, family‑friendly celebration of human talent that turns the arena into the ultimate party.

Purpose and Performance: Cloth of the Nation and The Greatest Show On Earth

A new student-led podcast is bringing Pennsylvania history to life in a whole new way.

High school and elementary students are teaming up to research, write and produce original audio stories that explore the people, places, and events that shaped the Commonwealth. The project blends classroom learning with real world media experience, giving students the chance to step into the role of storytellers, researcher, and producers. 

Recorded live in front of a classroom audience at WITF's Public media center, where students got a firsthand look at how public media storytelling happens.

A new student-led podcast is bringing Pennsylvania history to life in a whole new way.
High school and elementary students are teaming up to research, write and produce original audio stories that explore the people, places, and events that shaped the Commonwealth. The project blends classroom learning with real world media experience, giving students the chance to step into the role of storytellers, researcher, and producers.&nbsp;
Recorded live in front of a classroom audience at WITF's Public media center, where students got a firsthand look at how public media storytelling happens.

Behind the Scenes at WITF: How the Development Department Powers Public Media

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