(Recorded in Fall 2024) In this episode of The Uptick, Meg Doyle, Rachel Williams, Joe Habersham, and Brianna Fallon discuss the latest news and events surrounding Temple University and Philadelphia communities and then explore the connection to prominent issues around the globe. The special guest for this episode (taped in December 2023) is Philadelphia City Council Member Elect Rue Landau, who has made history as the first openly LGBTQ+ person elected to the Philadelphia City Council. Tune in to find out how she feels about this historic milestone, her top priorities, what she’s doing to combat housing issues, and much more.

The Uptick, created and produced by Klein College students, shares the latest and most impactful news within the Temple and Philadelphia communities. The program explores how these communities are connected to significant global issues by conducting first-hand interviews with those serving the community.