Across Pennsylvania, drivers pass them every day without a second thought. The blue and gold roadside signs shaped like a keystone are part of the state’s identity, but many people do not realize they carry nearly a century of history.

Public broadcasting and the legacy of Fred Rogers continue to shape generations, according to educator and broadcaster Ed Arke, who recently reflected on the children’s television icon during an interview.

Across Pennsylvania, drivers pass them every day without a second thought. The blue and gold roadside signs shaped like a keystone are part of the state&rsquo;s identity, but many people do not realize they carry nearly a century of history.
Public broadcasting and the legacy of Fred Rogers continue to shape generations, according to educator and broadcaster Ed Arke, who recently reflected on the children&rsquo;s television icon during an interview.

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>.

The Spark Weekly | March 29 | Keystone Markers and Fred Rogers

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.

Keystone Curious | A New Podcast by Susquenita High School and 4th Grade Students

In this episode, we’re joined by Jasmine Rivera, Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Immigration Coalition, and Andrew Brananoksi, Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Immigration Resource Center, with additional insight from Lize Miller of PIRC’s Removal Defense Team.

Together, they break down how Pennsylvania’s immigrant advocacy and legal defense organizations support individuals and families facing immigration enforcement. Our guests explain the distinct roles their organizations play—from statewide policy advocacy and community coordination to direct legal representation for people in detention or at risk of removal.

The conversation explores how their work has shifted amid an escalation of immigration enforcement, who qualifies for legal defense services, and the constitutional rights immigrants—including undocumented immigrants—continue to have. Listeners will hear practical guidance on what to do (and not do) if questioned by immigration officers, what documents people should have ready, and which documents should never be shown without legal advice.

We also cover critical issues around home entry and warrants, including the difference between judicial warrants and administrative immigration warrants, and why that distinction matters. The episode closes with guidance for families on preparing in advance, creating emergency plans, and taking immediate steps if a loved one is detained.

This episode is essential listening for immigrants, allies, and anyone seeking clear, grounded information about rights, risks, and protections under today’s immigration enforcement landscape.

In this episode, we&rsquo;re joined by Jasmine Rivera, Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Immigration Coalition, and Andrew Brananoksi, Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Immigration Resource Center, with additional insight from Lize Miller of PIRC&rsquo;s Removal Defense Team.
Together, they break down how Pennsylvania&rsquo;s immigrant advocacy and legal defense organizations support individuals and families facing immigration enforcement. Our guests explain the distinct roles their organizations play&mdash;from statewide policy advocacy and community coordination to direct legal representation for people in detention or at risk of removal.
The conversation explores how their work has shifted amid an escalation of immigration enforcement, who qualifies for legal defense services, and the constitutional rights immigrants&mdash;including undocumented immigrants&mdash;continue to have. Listeners will hear practical guidance on what to do (and not do) if questioned by immigration officers, what documents people should have ready, and which documents should never be shown without legal advice.
We also cover critical issues around home entry and warrants, including the difference between judicial warrants and administrative immigration warrants, and why that distinction matters. The episode closes with guidance for families on preparing in advance, creating emergency plans, and taking immediate steps if a loved one is detained.
This episode is essential listening for immigrants, allies, and anyone seeking clear, grounded information about rights, risks, and protections under today&rsquo;s immigration enforcement landscape.

The Spark Weekly | March 29 | Keystone Markers and Fred Rogers

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