Philly strong: Life lessons from the City of Brotherly Love
We put a spotlight on a few of the people in the Philadelphia area who have found a way to thrive against the odds. We also hear from listeners about finding inner peace.
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Left to right: Rosalind Pichardo, Kellen Matthews-Thompson, and Eli Kulp/
The news cycle these days can feel unrelenting and overwhelming. So many people are turning inward asking, “How can I control the controllable and improve my own life?” We’ll have guests who we hope spark inspiration; people who overcame the odds to find success.
Guests:
Eli Kulp, a chef with High Street Hospitality Group and podcast host who suffered a life-changing spinal injury.
Rosalind Pichardo, an activist and founder of Operation Save Our City, which helps families like hers who have been touched by gun violence and the opioid epidemic.
Kellen Matthews-Thompson discovered his passion for running as he recovered from addiction and founded the Recovery Run Club.
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