Rocky’s Stoop
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In a city that has seen dramatic change since Rocky’s time, why do so many still identify with this movie character? We tour the neighborhoods where Rocky lived to understand their modern-day challenges, like development, violence and addiction. Along the way, we meet courageous advocates and public artists who fight every day to bring hope and opportunity to their communities. Show Notes Rocky, original screenplay Michelle Angela Ortiz, Our Market Project Operation Save Our City, Roz Pichardo FB Page Learn more about “Mama Sunshine” Kensington Corridor Trust website Learn to administer Narcan
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