Dr. Albert C. Barnes believed that art had the power to improve minds and transform lives. The Barnes Foundation's diverse educational programs are based on his teachings and one-of-a-kind collections—both his art holdings in Philadelphia and the rare trees, flowers and other plants at the Barnes Arboretum.
Through generous support from Arch Street Press and the Institute for Leadership Education, Advancement and Development (I-LEAD), Innovate Podcast is pleased to spotlight innovators and innovations taking shape in the Greater Philadelphia region. Its cultural, business and nonprofit organizations continue to thrive within a model of innovation and philanthropy—key to growth, employment, living standards and vibrant events. The Philadelphia Channel features leaders and organizations across a wide range of collaborative and diverse fields, including education, philanthropy, technology, family life, healthcare, social entrepreneurship, advocacy, the arts and more. When they converge with common goals and a creative spirit, the results are collaborations of lasting financial and social impact.
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Upcoming podcasts feature leaders from the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Pew Charitable Trusts and others within the region.
Access, stream and download The Philadelphia Channel series on the Public Radio Exchange (PRX) and iTunes.
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For questions, comments or to inquire about participation on The Philadelphia Channel, please email Arch Street Press Managing Editor Robert Rimm.
Do we inhabit a multiverse? Do we have free will? Does evolution have an address? Are we are immortal? Was the universe created? What is love?
The Templeton Foundation is optimistic about the power of science and other discovery-oriented disciplines to advance our understanding of life's greatest questions.
Barbara J. Silzle is a mission-driven leader in Philadelphia’s arts and philanthropic communities. Since 2015, she has served as executive director of the Philadelphia Cultural Fund, a nonprofit corporation whose mission is to provide grant funds to enhance arts and cultural organizations throughout Philadelphia.
Serving at one of the country’s largest art institutions, Timothy Rub provides an outstanding model for advocating for the power of art to grow communities, to educate and engage the public, and to enhance the vital role of art in our society.
John J. (Jack) Lynch III has served as president and CEO of Main Line Health since 2005, providing executive leadership to suburban Philadelphia’s most comprehensive healthcare system.
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