The BOX Program is a weekly radio program about Pennsylvania's politics and policy. Hear from the headliners, thinkers, and agitators as Matt tackles the hottest political and cultural issues of the day, gets answers directly from the source, and delivers a viewpoint you won't get anywhere else in Pennsylvania talk radio.
Rep. Steve Bloom gets on The BOX to sound the alarm on the four areas of unsustainable growth in state spending and addresses specific measures and principles necessary to improve the Commonwealth’s economic outlook. » Tell a Friend
Despite accusations of wanting to ‘throw the poor out on the street’, the reality is that in order to be able to support those who truly need assistance, reforms to the welfare system must occur. Secretary of Welfare Gary Alexander explains the Corbett Administration’s plan to ‘mend the safety night’, while encouraging individual independence, rather [...]
With the growth of cyber schools, a new generation of parents, and an aging education model, what does the future of education look like? Matt Brouillette sits down with Education Secretary Ron Tomalis to talk about the changes ahead for K-12 education, and the Corbett administration’s plan to best to serve students and reward high-achieving [...]
The cost of corrections is a big expenditure in the Pennsylvania state budget. Is it possible to bring down these costs, while still keeping our communities safe and not lowering the bar? Corrections Secretary John Wetzel certainly thinks so. Matt Brouillette and Sec. Wetzel have a conversation about what has worked in other states, and [...]
Lt. Governor Cawley got on the BOX this week to discuss one of the Administration’s top priorities – Marcellus Shale development. He and Matt discuss misconceptions, an impact fee, and what this development means for job creation for Pennsylvania – including outside of the Marcellus Shale region. » Tell a Friend