John Pearce welcomes Dianne Kareha and Steve Simmons, organizers of the Crop Hunger Walk in Allentown and Bethlehem, to fight hunger worldwide.

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Perspectives
Hosted by WDIY 88.1 FM · society · EN
About this Podcast:
John Pearce welcomes listeners to conversations about local and regional history, religion, and the humanities through interviews with professors, experts and religious leaders. He also invites Lehigh Valley residents to share their stories, and spotlights community organizations doing good in their neighborhoods.
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What is Perspectives about?
John Pearce welcomes listeners to conversations about local and regional history, religion, and the humanities through interviews with professors, experts and religious leaders. He also invites Lehigh Valley residents to share their stories, and spotlights community organizations doing good in their neighborhoods.
What has Perspectives covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Walking the Walk with Dianne Kareha and Steve Simmons | Perspectives" (1 October 2026, 30 minutes), "The Industrial Revolution in Pennsylvania with Martha Capwell Fox | Perspectives" (6 August 2026, 31 minutes), and "The Industrial Revolution in Pennsylvania with Martha Capwell Fox | Perspectives" (6 August 2026, 31 minutes).
How often does Perspectives publish?
Perspectives publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 30 minutes across 20 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Perspectives?
Booking probability for Perspectives is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Perspectives requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Perspectives's contact route on record: verified email.
About the host
Perspectives is a society podcast with 20 episodes published.
Recent episodes
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- Oct 1, 202630 minS0
- Aug 6, 202631 min
John Pearce sits down with historian Martha Capwell Fox for a thumbnail view of the Industrial Revolution worldwide and its presence in the greater Lehigh Valley.
- Aug 6, 202631 minS0
John Pearce sits down with historian Martha Capwell Fox for a thumbnail view of the Industrial Revolution worldwide and its presence in the greater Lehigh Valley.

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The Rebellion History Books Missed with Dan Hertzog and Sarajane Williams | Perspectives
Jul 23, 202630 minS0John Pearce is joined by Dan Hertzog and Sarajane Williams to talk about the locally-produced film 'The Fries Rebellion,' which tells the story of one of America's lesser known parts of history.
- Jun 25, 202630 minS0
John Pearce welcomes Lupe Pearce and Alvaro Díaz, two members of the Hispanic American Organization in Allentown, to talk about the local Hispanic community over the past 50 years.
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The Lehigh Valley's Hispanic Community with Lupe Pearce and Alvaro Díaz | Perspectives
Jun 25, 202630 minJohn Pearce welcomes Lupe Pearce and Alvaro Díaz, two members of the Hispanic American Organization in Allentown, to talk about the local Hispanic community over the past 50 years.
- May 28, 202631 minS0
John Pearce explores the 1876 Philadelphia Centennial Exposition with Dr. John Hepp, who shares what made the event unique from other great World's Fairs.
- Apr 23, 202629 minS0
John Pearce is joined by Rich Daesener and Eileen Gradwell of Villages in Partnership, an NGO working to help improve the quality of life for residents in Malawi.
Mar 26, 202629 minS0John Pearce sits down with Judith Umlas to talk about her book "Soulmates and Strangers," which tells the story of her mother's multi-decade pen pal relationship.
- Feb 26, 202630 minS0
John Pearce brings listeners in on a conversation with George and Martha Washington, exploring their story from their first encounter to their retirement to Mount Vernon.
Jan 22, 202629 minS0John Pearce welcomes back Steven and John Landis, authors of 'Bethlehem Steel: Rusting Relic,' to explore the fall and end of the once great company.
- Dec 25, 202529 minS0
John Pearce talks with Dr. William Donner about the history of PA Dutch culture, and whether we should be calling people Dutch or German.
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"Spirit of Community Collaboration" with Jessica Edris and Megan van Ravenswaay | Perspectives
Nov 27, 202530 minS0John Pearce explores the upcoming Lehigh Valley 250 celebrations planned for next year with project leaders Jessica Edris and Megan van Ravenswaay.
Oct 23, 202530 minS0John Pearce sits down with Dr. James Higgins, author of The War Against Tuberculosis, to explore the history of the bacterial disease.
- Sep 25, 202529 minS0
John Pearce welcomes Dianne Kareha and Steve Simmons, the organizers for the Allentown and Bethlehem CROP Hunger Walks, raising awareness and funds to fight worldwide hunger.
- Aug 28, 202529 minS0
John Pearce is joined by Megan van Ravenswaay, Executive Director of the Northampton County Historical and Genealogical Society, to explore the organization's programming.
- Jul 24, 202530 minS0
John Pearce sits down with Becky and John Tacca to talk about their experiences visiting Africa and the need for assistance in less fortunate nations.
- Jun 26, 202531 minS0
John Pearce welcomes Alisa Dupuy, a historical impersonator who brings women spies throughout history into the studio to tell their stories.
- May 22, 202533 minS0
John Pearce talks with Steven and John Landis about their book Bethlehem Steel: Rusting Relic, including stunning history and photos of the former plant.
- Apr 24, 202530 minS0
John Pearce is joined by Carol Kuniholm, Chair of Fair Districts PA, a group that's pushing to redistricting to ensure residents are effectively represented statewide.
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