These topics air Wednesday December 10, 2014 at noon and 8pm on 90.5 WESA. Join the conversation LIVE between 12pm & 1 pm weekdays at 412-246-2002.
Innovative Learning in Pittsburgh
Last week educational visionaries from the area who are rethinking education gathered for their annual summit. As part of the WESA’s Life of Learning Initiative we’ll explore what’s on the educational horizon with Cathy Lewis Long, Executive Director & President for The Sprout Fund.
WESA Celebrates - Deidre Kane and Dora Walmsley
A shared frustration of living in a food desert resulted in Deirdre Kane and Dora Walmsley opening up a neighborhood market in Lawrenceville that provides fresh, healthy food. The ladies and their effort are profiled in this week’s WESA Celebrates.
Winter Running Events
Like the postman, rain, snow or dark of night can't keep some runners indoors. If you’re a dedicated runner and can’t wait until the nice weather returns we’ve got good news for you. Fitness contributor Joe Vennare joins us with information about seven cold weather races taking place in Pittsburgh this winter.
Exit Interview
Riverlife recently announced the departure of President and CEO Lisa Schroeder. Before she leaves the Steel City we’ve invited her to Studio A for an exit interview about the recreation, economic and ecological aspects of Pittsburgh’s river fronts.
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