On The Spark this week, we explored the fascinating intersection of art, memory, and environmental legacy with two leaders from the Susquehanna Art Museum. Executive Director Alice Anne Schwab and Rachel O’Connor, the museum’s new Director of Exhibitions, joined us in the studio to talk about Future Fossils, their latest exhibition that’s sparking big questions—and imaginations.

On The Spark this week, we explored the fascinating intersection of art, memory, and environmental legacy with two leaders from the <a href="https://susquehannaartmuseum.org/">Susquehanna Art Museum</a>. Executive Director Alice Anne Schwab and Rachel O&rsquo;Connor, the museum&rsquo;s new Director of Exhibitions, joined us in the studio to talk about Future Fossils, their latest exhibition that&rsquo;s sparking big questions&mdash;and imaginations.

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, hosts Scott LaMar and Aniya Faulcon 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 <a href="https://www.witf.org">WITF</a>, hosts Scott LaMar and Aniya Faulcon start the conversations about what’s happening in the world and at home. Share your ideas at <a href="https://witf.org/programs/the-spark">https://witf.org/programs/the-spark</a>.

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, hosts Scott LaMar and Aniya Faulcon start the conversations about what’s happening in the world and at home. Share your ideas at <a href="https://witf.org/programs/the-spark">https://witf.org/programs/the-spark</a>.

Digging Into Future Fossils with the Susquehanna Art Museum

What began as a childhood curiosity led to a lifelong career for Season Daugherty, a cheerleader-turned-executive who’s been part of the competitive cheer world for decades. She now works with Varsity Spirit, one of the largest cheerleading organizations in the country. In a recent interview, Daugherty took us behind the scenes of All-Star Cheerleading—a fast-paced, high-stakes sport that’s often misunderstood.

What began as a childhood curiosity led to a lifelong career for Season Daugherty, a cheerleader-turned-executive who&rsquo;s been part of the competitive cheer world for decades. She now works with <a href="https://www.varsity.com/?direct">Varsity Spirit</a>, one of the largest cheerleading organizations in the country. In a recent interview, Daugherty took us behind the scenes of All-Star Cheerleading&mdash;a fast-paced, high-stakes sport that&rsquo;s often misunderstood.

Inside the World of All-Star Cheerleading

Homer C. Floyd, who led the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PHRC) for over 40 years, passed away on June 9 at the age of 89. Widely regarded as the “Dean of Civil Rights in Pennsylvania,” Floyd leaves behind a monumental legacy of civil rights advocacy, policy reform, and unwavering dedication to fighting discrimination.

Homer C. Floyd, who led the <a href="https://www.pa.gov/agencies/phrc/phrc-news---information/newsroom/phrc-mourns-the-passing-of-former-executive-director-homer-c--fl.html">Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PHRC</a>) for over 40 years, passed away on June 9 at the age of 89. Widely regarded as the &ldquo;Dean of Civil Rights in Pennsylvania,&rdquo; Floyd leaves behind a monumental <a href="https://www.pa.gov/agencies/phrc/phrc-news---information/newsroom/opinion---the-enduring-legacy-of-homer-c--floyd.html">legacy</a> of civil rights advocacy, policy reform, and unwavering dedication to fighting discrimination.

Remembering Homer C. Floyd

As Central Pennsylvania faces one of its soggiest seasons on record, gardeners are feeling the effects—and wondering how to keep their plants thriving. On a recent segment of The Spark, WITF’s resident gardening expert Erica Jo returned to share timely tips and tricks for navigating rain-soaked soil, fungal threats, invasive pests, and more.

As Central Pennsylvania faces one of its soggiest seasons on record, gardeners are feeling the effects&mdash;and wondering how to keep their plants thriving. On a recent segment of The Spark, WITF&rsquo;s resident gardening expert <a href="https://www.wildlycraftedwoman.com/">Erica Jo</a> returned to share timely tips and tricks for navigating rain-soaked soil, fungal threats, invasive pests, and more.

Digging Into Future Fossils with the Susquehanna Art Museum

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